Car Security
- Always remember to lock all doors of your vehicle.
- It’s worthwhile to invest in a steering wheel lock.
- Keep valuables hidden or take them with you.
- If possible take the face off of your CD player.
- If possible park in well lit and secure areas.
- Security may be available from some venues to walk you to your car at night, don’t be too proud to ask for help.
Driving in the city
This can be scary for the first time. Keep in mind that there are heaps of cars confined to a smaller area.
It can help to check a street directory before commencing your drive, driving is a lot less stressful if you know where you’re going.
Generally try to avoid driving between 8am to 9am and 5pm to 6pm. These are the peak hours, when there will be most traffic on the road.
Petrol prices can vary greatly in the city, keep your eye on the prices and shop around.
HINTS
If you haven’t had any experience driving in the city, it might be useful to have a lesson with an instructor or an experienced driver.
Generally it is cheaper to fill up with petrol at the start of the week rather than on the weekends.Remember that driving whilst talking on a hand held mobile phone or whilst under the influence of alcohol or a drug is illegal.
Consider RAA and ambulance cover. These are great Christmas and birthday presents from your parents.
Public Transport
If you’re living in a country area, contact your local council or information centre for details of available public transport options. You can also visit Bus SA for more information on regional bus services throughout South Australia.
In major cities there are generally many options available for travel.
In Adelaide, public transport is both convenient and affordable. On some routes it may even be quicker to travel by public transport during peak hour than to drive. Options in Adelaide are buses, trains, the Glenelg tram and the O-Bahn.
Students receive a discount off tickets and there are two free bus routes provided to get around the city. You will need to show your concession card to receive this discount. Have your student/concession card with you when travelling as you may be asked to show proof.
You are able to save money by purchasing a Multitrip ticket. A single trip is valid for 2 hours, you are able to use this as many times as you like within these 2 hours. With the Metroticket system, you can use the same type of ticket on any bus, train or tram.
You can buy tickets from most post offices, many delis, newsagencies, and the Passenger Transport Information Centre. Single Metrotickets can be purchased on board buses and trams. However, multi-trip tickets will need to be purchased prior to travel.
For timetables, route information (i.e. where to get on and off) and other practical information, e.g. how to stop the bus, where to get tickets etc visit Adelaide Metro Ph 1800 182 160 or call into the Infocentre at the corner of King William and Currie Streets, Adelaide.
HINTS
Have change or a small note when purchasing a ticket from the bus driver.Purchase a ticket, validate the ticket by inserting your ticket into the validating machine and keep your ticket until your journey has ended.
Don’t be afraid to ask the bus driver for help if you’re not sure how to validate your ticket.
To exit the bus you must ring the bell after the stop before you wish to get off.
Buses are generally a safer mode of transport than trains and trams after dark.
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