To Ronald - those references to definition of light rail in the 1988 and
2013 legislation do not override the Road Rules. However, once a line
leaves a road reserve it is relieved of road traffic obligations, but the
RMS is giving out a clear message that in the interest of public safety,
signage and terminology should be consistent in a way that is understood by
the public. It's a bit of common sense after all these years of that "light
rail" bs that we've had to endure!

I note that in the PR graphics for Canberra (which is also
strictly-speaking a Tramway under the Road Rules), at intersections where
they need to stop people accidentally driving onto the tramway (Gold Coast
style!), instead of painting "Trams Only" on the pavement, the
illustrations show "LRVs Only"! Now the average member of the public
wouldn't have a clue what an LRV is and no doubt many would think it's some
sort of SUV. I'd interpret that sign as an invitation to drive one's Land
Rover vehicle along the tramway for a quick trip home! ;)

Tony P