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Newcastle #203 Pro
A 10.5 km single-stage route through Hamilton, Broadmeadow, and Hamilton North, taking about 23 minutes. This route has 22 traffic lights, the second most of any Newcastle route (behind Route #206 with 25). Speed limits range from 40 to 60 km/h, with 60 km/h making up about half the distance along Lambton Road and Broadmeadow Road.
Watch Out For
- School zone near Broadmeadow. 40 km/h during school hours (8:00-9:30am and 2:30-4:00pm). Located on the western section of the route.
- Give way intersections near Parry Street. 7 give way intersections on this route, the most of any Newcastle route. Several clustered near the start.
- Beaumont Street, Hamilton. A busy shopping strip with pedestrians, parked cars, and side street traffic. Speed limit 50 km/h but be ready to slow down.
- Speed changes on Parry Street. Transitions between 40, 50, and 60 km/h occur within a short stretch near the centre.
Route Features
- 8 left turns, 10 right turns, 4 roundabouts, 22 sets of traffic lights.
- 4 roundabouts and 22 sets of traffic lights.
- 8 left and 10 right turns. Well balanced.
- Speed range: 40-60 km/h with 60 km/h dominant (49% of route).
- 7 give way intersections, 3 stop signs, and 1 pedestrian crossing.
- Covers a wide area from Cooks Hill to Broadmeadow.
Test Manoeuvres
- Kerbside stop near the service centre.
Key Tips
- With 22 traffic lights, expect frequent stops. Watch for yellow lights and brake early.
- On Beaumont Street, check for pedestrians stepping out from between parked cars.
- The 7 give way intersections require constant scanning. Approach each one slowly and be ready to yield.
Step-by-Step Directions (1 stage)
| 1 | Drive northwest on Parry Street. | 206 m | |
| 2 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Parry Street. | 252 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto National Park Street. | 67 m | |
| 4 | Turn left onto King Street. | 721 m | |
| 5 | Turn left onto Tudor Street. | 263 m | |
| 6 | Turn left onto Gordon Avenue. | 95 m | |
| 7 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Gordon Avenue. | 239 m | |
| 8 | Turn right onto Everton Street. | 111 m | |
| 9 | Turn right onto Beaumont Street. | 554 m | |
| 10 | Turn left onto Lindsay Street. | 648 m | |
| 11 | Turn left onto Blackall Street. | 40 m | |
| 12 | Turn left onto Buchanan Street. | 181 m | |
| 13 | Turn right onto Samdon Street. | 112 m | |
| 14 | Turn right onto Belford Street. | 576 m | |
| 15 | Keep right to take Lambton Road. | 387 m | |
| 16 | Turn right onto Curley Road. | 572 m | |
| 17 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Broadmeadow Road. | 199 m | |
| 18 | Turn right onto A15/Griffiths Road. Continue on A15. | 2.3 km | |
| 19 | Turn left onto Tudor Street. | 153 m | |
| 20 | Turn right onto Hunter Street. | 480 m | |
| 21 | Turn right onto Steel Street. | 124 m | |
| 22 | Turn left onto King Street. | 244 m | |
| 23 | Turn right onto Union Street. | 411 m | |
| 24 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit. | 17 m | |
| 25 | Exit the roundabout onto Parry Street. | 123 m |
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