Travel Tips
Road condition information is available from the Tennant Creek Visitor Information Centre.
- Phone (08) 8962 3388
- Fax NT Road Conditions Hotline 1800 246 199
STOP, REVIVE, SURVIVE.
Fatique is one of the greatest causes of serious motor accidents.
Stop at regular intervals for a break - get out of the car, walk around, have some refreshment.
The highway has plenty of rest areas where you can take a short break.
Caravan park faciliities are spaced regularly along the highway.
Remember that Truck Parking areas are for heavy vehicles only - truck drivers need to have a break too. Cars and caravans are not permitted in truck bays.
Speed is a significant factor in many road accidens.
While there are no speed restrictions on most highways in the Northern Territory, drivers should drive at a speed that allows them to stop safely.
Be particularly wary of your speed on unsealed roads.
Seat belts save lives.
Northern Territory law requires that everyone in the vehicle must be wearing a seat belt.
It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure all passengers are wearing a seat belt.
The Northern Territory is well known for its road trains, some of which have four trailers and can be up to 50 metres in length.
Due to their length it is advisable to ensure you have at least one kilometre of clear road ahead when attempting to overtake.
While our climate is mostly dry, heavy rains can cause flooding during the wet season.
Do not attempt to cross flooded bridges or causeways unless you are sure of the depth, flow rate any underlying road damage.
Generally, water across causeways and crossings rise and fall in a relative short period of time.
Most roads outside towns are not fenced and stock and wildlife feed on the road verges.
Cattle, horses, kangaroos, donkeys, camels and birds often wander onto the roads without warning.
When possible, it is best not to drive at night, but if you must, please reduce your speed and take extra care.
In general, dogs and cats cannot be taken into Northern Territory National Parks.
Some parks allow dogs on a leash in certain parts of the park.
The Visitor Information Centre can provide details and advice about kennels available in Tennant Creek.