Q. I'd like to know whether the road rule stating that one may not park on the right-hand side of the road except in a one-way street still holds. I live out in Flat Bush which is a newish suburb with a lot of people new to the country. I know we have a law where it is illegal to park on the "wrong" side of the road, but many other countries allow this.
Dave Parker, Flat Bush.
According to the Road Code, last updated in October 2012, this rule still holds. Policing such rules, especially in the suburbs, would require more staff than the council and other law enforcement bodies could afford. Where such parking causes an obstruction or poses a danger, steps to deter them will be taken.
Q. I hear a lot of complaints that bus lane fines are too common. But what about cycle lane fines? Do cars, trucks and especially buses get fined for driving or parking in cycle lanes? As a cyclist, it would help me a lot on Mt Albert Rd. The worst examples are inevitably at the Sandringham Rd intersection.
John Groynk, Mt Albert.
The good old Road Code states very clearly that you must not (note: must not, not 'may not') stop or park your vehicle in a cycle lane. As far as it is possible, this rule is enforced, but see answer above.