emergency vehicles road rules qld Page 7

In Queensland, if an emergency vehicle is coming with lights and sirens, you give way—pull left, make space, and don’t play rolling roadblock hero. You’re not allowed to run a red light to help; if you’re stuck, stay put until it’s safe or directed by an officer.

When passing stationary emergency, enforcement or breakdown vehicles with flashing lights, slow to 40 km/h and move over a lane if you can do so safely. Keep your eyes up for directions from police or traffic controllers, and merge early instead of last-second heroics. Fines and demerits apply, and yes, they do use cameras. Basic rule: help them help others, and everyone gets home for tea.