Pedestrians and walking

Crossing the road safely

Pedestrians have to share the road with vehicles so it is important they take care when crossing the road. As a pedestrian, plan where you will walk and always choose the safest place to cross a road.


Pedestrian community resources

We have developed a set of engaging video and print resources to inform the community about pedestrian safety when crossing roads.

Stop, Look, Listen, Think

Follow the safe road crossing procedure – STOP, LOOK, LISTEN and THINK.

  • STOP one step back from the kerb or shoulder of the road if there is no footpath. 
  • LOOK in all directions for approaching traffic. 
  • LISTEN in all directions for approaching traffic. 
  • THINK about whether it is safe to cross the road – when the road is clear or all traffic has stopped. 

When crossing, walk straight across the road. Keep LOOKING and LISTENING for traffic while crossing.

This information is particularly relevant to young people learning to cross roads. But it also provides a useful reminder to everyone particularly to those who may be distracted when crossing the road.

Video animations

Department of Transport and Planning has produced five video animations that explore different road crossing situations that can be incorporated into a community education session. These are supported by fact sheets on the same topics. You can view the animations on the Department of Transport and Planning YouTube Channel.

Fact sheets