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Blacktown #131 Pro

AUDrive
Online
03 Jul 2023
837
6 km
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12 min
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The shortest route from Blacktown at just 6 km, taking only 12 minutes across two stages. Despite its short distance, it includes 5 roundabouts and reaches 70 km/h on Prospect Highway and Blacktown Road. Most of the route is at 70 km/h, with brief 50 km/h residential sections.

Watch Out For

  • Merging traffic on Blacktown Road. When turning from St Martins Crescent onto Blacktown Road, watch for traffic merging from the left. Also be alert for any active roadwork speed limits in this area.
  • School zone near Saint Martins Crescent. 40 km/h during school hours (8:00-9:30am and 2:30-4:00pm). Speed drops from 50 km/h residential to 40 km/h.
  • Lock Street pedestrian crossing. Slow down and be prepared to stop for pedestrians when approaching Lock Street.
  • Lock Street natural curve into Rutland Street. The road curves naturally to the right. Do not signal for this bend as it is not a turn. Many learners make the mistake of indicating here.
  • Stop sign near Lancelot Street. Come to a complete stop, check all directions before proceeding. This stop sign comes up quickly after a turn.
  • Speed transitions. Quick changes between 50 and 70 km/h. With such a short route, these happen frequently.

Route Features

  • 7 left turns, 7 right turns, 5 roundabouts, 4 sets of traffic lights.
  • 5 roundabouts, 4 traffic signals, 1 stop sign.
  • Speed limits: 50 and 70 km/h, plus 40 km/h school zone.
  • The quickest of all Blacktown routes at 12 minutes.

Test Manoeuvres

  • Kerbside stop near Stanley Street/Malgi Street area. The examiner may ask you to pull over on a quiet residential street.

Key Tips

  • Short route means fewer opportunities to demonstrate skills. Every action counts from the first turn.
  • With 5 roundabouts in only 6 km, they come up quickly. Signal left when exiting each roundabout, and give way to vehicles on your right.
  • At each roundabout, check mirrors before entering and signal your exit. Consistent technique across all 5 roundabouts shows the examiner good habits.
  • Practise this specific route at least 3-4 times to get comfortable with the flow of traffic, school zones, and pedestrian crossings.
Step-by-Step Directions (2 stages)

Stage 1

1 Drive south. 60 m
2 Turn left onto Saint Martins Crescent. 184 m
3 Turn right onto Blacktown Road. 617 m
4 Turn right onto Keyworth Drive. 705 m
5 Turn left onto Lock Street. 130 m
6 Turn left onto Rutland Street. 61 m
7 Turn right onto Stanley Street. 284 m
8 Turn left onto Mulgi Street. 64 m

Stage 2

1 Drive south on Mulgi Street. 307 m
2 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Lancelot Street. 180 m
3 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Lancelot Street. 305 m
4 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Pendant Avenue. 490 m
5 Turn right onto Keyworth Drive. 157 m
6 Turn right onto Templar Street. 95 m
7 Turn right onto Bedivere Street. 170 m
8 Turn left onto Pendant Avenue. 383 m
9 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Lancelot Street. 392 m
10 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Lancelot Street. 162 m
11 Turn left onto Prospect Highway. 998 m
12 Turn left onto Saint Martins Crescent. 172 m
13 Turn right. 41 m