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                    Share Our Streets

                    A cyclist on a Melbourne street
                    Around a million people use our streets every day. The Share Our Streets campaign encourages road users to show courtesy and respect, making their journey safer and more enjoyable – for everyone.

                    Share Our Streets addresses issues such as how to use shared spaces, the impact of distractions and car-dooring. There are some simple things you can do to move around the city safely.   

                    Tips for using shared spaces

                    When you’re riding a bicycle:

                    • Ride at a slow speed, especially in shared and busy areas.
                    • Indicate to others when you’re about to pass – ring your bell or say ‘passing’.
                    • Give way to people walking.   

                    When you’re walking:

                    • Stay to the left.
                    • Mobile phones and headphones can distract you – be alert to what’s going on around you. 
                    • Look out for people riding bikes when you change direction.   

                    Tips for crossing the street

                    • Mobile phones and headphones can distract you – stay alert to what’s going on around you.    
                    • Always remember to look up and around when crossing the street and walking along the footpath. 
                    • Keep to the crossings where possible and only cross on green.   

                    Tips to avoid car-dooring

                    • Always use your mirrors before getting out of a vehicle – expect people on bicycles to be passing.   
                    • If you’re a driver, open the car door with your left hand – turning your head this way helps you to look over your shoulder to see people on bikes coming.    
                    • Open your car door slowly.

                    Share Our Streets is part of our Road Safety Plan. The plan aims to improve safety for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.

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