Driving in Queensland: Road Tips for Lady Musgrave Island Trips

Quick summary: Driving in Queensland means keeping left, planning for long distances between towns and taking regular breaks. On the coast road to Bundaberg and the Town of 1770, watch for wildlife around dawn and dusk, give way to cyclists in bicycle lanes, and use approved child seats for children under seven. Visitors need a full licence, plus an International Driving Permit or official English translation if it isn’t in English. In the wet season, roads can flood, so never drive through floodwater.

At a glance
Driving side	Left
Licence	Full licence; IDP if not in English
Distances	Long; plan regular breaks
Wildlife	Most active at dawn and dusk
Children	Approved seats under seven
Tours	Lady Musgrave Island tours

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What licence do you need?

A full, valid licence from your home country. If it isn’t in English, carry an International Driving Permit or an official English translation.

How should you handle long distances?

Plan your route before setting off, take a break every couple of hours, and refuel when you can, as towns can be far apart.

What hazards should you expect?

Kangaroos and other wildlife, especially around dawn and dusk, plus trucks on the highway. If you’re new to driving on the left, practise for an hour or two before heading onto busy roads.

What about wet-season driving?

Heavy rain can flood roads. Check conditions before you go, and never drive through floodwater.

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