RoundaboutNew Zealand
14. Roundabout
A roundabout is a circular road arrangement in which traffic travels around a central island in one designated direction. Vehicles enter and leave through connecting roads, and traffic signs or local rules determine who has priority.
Drivers should reduce speed, choose a suitable lane, observe all road users and signal as required when leaving. The direction of travel, entry priority, lane use and rules for cyclists and pedestrians depend on local traffic signs and regulations.
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Who has priority at a roundabout in New Zealand?
New Zealand’s Road Code requires yielding to vehicles that will cross your path from the right as you enter the roundabout. Follow the signs, markings and any signals, and do not enter until the gap is safe.
🔗 nzta.govt.nz • New Zealand, NZTA official Road Code — roundabout
Warning for a roundabout.
English • W11-1 • Roundabout ahead. A roundabout is ahead. Reduce speed and prepare for its give-way control.
Sources
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🔗 Nzta.govt.nz • NZTA sign specifications • W11-1
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How should you choose a roundabout lane in New Zealand?
Choose your intended exit before entering and follow the lane arrows and destination signs. Keep to the marked route and make any permitted lane change only when safe; having priority over entering traffic does not give you priority to change lanes.
🔗 nzta.govt.nz • New Zealand, NZTA official Road Code — roundabout
What should you check when leaving a roundabout in New Zealand?
Signal left for a left exit, do not signal on approach for straight ahead, and signal right for an exit more than halfway around. Signal left after passing the exit before yours, if practicable. Follow the lane arrows and check other road users.
🔗 nzta.govt.nz • New Zealand, NZTA official Road Code — roundabout

Traffic rules
New Zealand