Australia vs Ireland: Driving Rules Compared

Pick up a phone behind the wheel in Australia and the fine can reach AUD 1,000 plus five demerit points; the same offence in Ireland costs a flat EUR 60 and three points. Rural roads open up more in Australia too, with a 100 km/h limit against Ireland’s 80. Both countries share the left-hand lane, so steering position is one thing visitors do not need to relearn.