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Mitcham #14 Free
An 8.5 km two-stage route from Mitcham VicRoads, taking about 18 minutes through Mitcham, Ringwood, and Heathmont. This route has zero roundabouts and only 1 traffic signal, relying almost entirely on give way junctions (14) and stop signs (7). Speed limits reach 80 km/h on Canterbury Road, with 5 school zones adding frequent speed changes.
Watch Out For
- School zone near Ireland Street. Five school zones on this route. The eastern residential area has multiple zones close together, making speed management challenging.
- School zone near Molan Street. 40 km/h during school hours. Coming off the 80 km/h Canterbury Road, the speed drop is severe.
- Canterbury Road (80 km/h). Extended high-speed section heading east. Build speed confidently. Driving too slowly is a serious fault.
- Give way junctions on residential streets. 14 give way junctions in the Ringwood/Heathmont residential area. Give way to the right at each uncontrolled intersection.
Route Features
- 10 left turns, 14 right turns, 1 set of traffic lights.
- Zero roundabouts and only 1 traffic signal. Almost entirely give-way and stop-sign controlled.
- 5 school zones, tied with Route #17 for the most after Route #13.
- Speed range: 50-80 km/h. Four speed tiers to manage across the route.
- 14 give way junctions, concentrated in the Heywood/Barkly Street residential grid.
Test Manoeuvres
- Kerbside stop near Catherine Street in Heathmont.
Key Tips
- With only 1 signal, you must rely on give way rules and stop sign discipline throughout. VIC rule: give way to the right at uncontrolled intersections.
- The 5 school zones spread across the eastern loop are the main challenge. Memorise where they are to avoid late braking.
- Right turns at Reilly Street and Wantirna Road require gap selection in traffic. Do not rush.
Other Information
Mustang Driving Centre
Ringwood / Mitchem Drive Test Route Tutorial #001
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48lWGoB7hlM
Step-by-Step Directions (2 stages)
Stage 1
| 1 | Drive north on Heatherdale Road. | 725 m | |
| 2 | Turn right onto Molan Street. | 627 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto New Street. | 152 m | |
| 4 | Turn left onto Barkly Street. | 256 m | |
| 5 | Turn right onto Heywood Street. | 87 m | |
| 6 | Turn right onto Keith Grove. | 255 m | |
| 7 | Turn left onto New Street. | 178 m | |
| 8 | Turn left onto Inez Avenue. | 255 m | |
| 9 | Turn right onto Heywood Street. | 90 m | |
| 10 | Turn right onto Catherine Street. | 69 m |
Stage 2
| 1 | Drive east on Catherine Street. | 66 m | |
| 2 | Turn left onto Heywood Street. | 355 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Barkly Street. | 125 m | |
| 4 | Turn right onto Maidstone Street. | 121 m | |
| 5 | Turn left onto Kirk Street. | 221 m | |
| 6 | Turn right onto Wantirna Road/9. | 32 m | |
| 7 | Turn left onto City Road. | 127 m | |
| 8 | Turn right onto Ireland Street. | 494 m | |
| 9 | Turn left onto Reilly Street. | 67 m | |
| 10 | Turn right onto Philip Street. | 285 m | |
| 11 | Turn left onto Daisy Street. | 36 m | |
| 12 | Turn right onto Vale Street. | 265 m | |
| 13 | Turn left onto Westmore Drive. | 125 m | |
| 14 | Turn right onto Jarma Road. | 124 m | |
| 15 | Turn left onto Canterbury Road/32. | 523 m | |
| 16 | Make a right U-turn at Great Ryrie Street to stay on Canterbury Road/32. | 2.1 km | |
| 17 | Turn right onto Heatherdale Road. | 713 m |
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