Public transport, driving, buying a car, cycling and long-distance.
Every capital has its own contactless smartcard. Opal, Myki, go card, SmartRider, metroCARD, Greencard, MyWay — what you tap, the discounts, and whether your bank card now works instead.
Published 17 May 2026
Drive on the left. Speed limits, the rules around mobile phones, demerit points on overseas licences, and the cameras you might not see. How to convert your overseas licence.
New vs used, what the three layers of insurance actually cover, what 'rego' includes, and why a PPSR check matters before handing over money.
Helmets are compulsory. E-bikes and e-scooter rules differ by state. Uber, DiDi and Ola in cities. Domestic flights, tourist trains, coaches, and what to think about before driving across the Nullarbor.
