• Section 1 - Purpose
• Section 2 - Scope
• Section 3 - Principles 
• Section 4 - Conditions of Vehicle Access
• Section 5 - Liability
• Section 6 - Traffic on Campus
• Section 7 - Parking on University Land
• Restricted Parking Conditions
• Parking Management Conditions
• Designated Parking Areas
• Parking Fees and Charges
• Parking permits
• Casual Parking
• Authorised Vehicle Parking
• Mobility (Disabled) Parking
• Part A - Electric Vehicle Charging
• Section 8 - Offences and Fines
• Traffic Offences
• Parking Offences
• Impounding of Bicycles
• Appeals
• Section 9 - Roles and Responsibilities
• Section 10 - Definitions

Section 1 - Purpose

(1) The purpose of this Policy is to:

1. outline the responsibilities for persons accessing, parking or operating a vehicle or bicycle on University Land; 
2. facilitate effective management of parking and traffic on University Land; and
3. provide a mechanism to ensure that the University’s parking system is fair, consistent and enforceable.

Section 2 - Scope

(2) The University is considered a Declared Organisation under the Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013 and subsequently has the authority to regulate the entry, operation and parking of vehicles on University Land.

(3) Where the University’s operations are in areas outside those specified under the Declared Organisation authority, the Vice-President Operations may direct the Executive Director, Infrastructure and Property Division to implement other control and enforcement measures to manage or restrict parking access.

(4) A Driver operating a vehicle or bicycle on University Land, or anyone who enters University Land with a vehicle or bicycle, is required to comply with this Policy.

(5) This Policy should be read in conjunction with:

1. the NSW Road Transport Legislation including Road Rules 2014 the Road Transport Act 2013 (NSW), and Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013 (NSW);
2. the Campus Access and Order Rules;
3. the University parking webpages at UOW Parking Info and any pages that link or are referred to on that page.

Section 3 - Principles 

(6) Subject to compliance with the provisions of the Campus Access and Order Rules and this Policy, pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles may have access to University Land for legitimate University-related activities and recreational activities.

(7) Parking on University Land is restricted and parking conditions, as prescribed in this Policy, will be applied appropriately to ensure effective parking and traffic management. All University land across locations, falls within the scope of this Policy, including Student Accommodation Residences and other facilities, such as the Graduate School of Medicine Accommodation (Bowral).

(8) University Land is private property. Internal roads, carparks and access roads are defined as roads or road related areas within restricted parking areas.

(9) Non-compliance with the provisions of this Policy, may result in penalties being applied.

(10) The University reserves the right through the Authorised Person to withdraw and/or cancel permission to park on the basis of this Policy.

Section 4 - Conditions of Vehicle Access

(11) Drivers who access, travel on and/or park a vehicle on University Land do so at their own risk and are responsible for their vehicle and any valuables left unattended in their vehicles.

(12) Entrants who bring a vehicle onto University Land, acknowledge that they are the owner, or an agent of the owner, for that vehicle and that they are aware of, and bound by this Policy.

(13) Whilst the University takes all due care, drivers are responsible and liable for any injury, damage, theft or loss (including consequential loss) to any person or vehicle while travelling, standing or parked on University Land, no matter how it is caused, contributed to, or sustained, including by the fault and neglect or negligence of the University.

(14) Heavy vehicles (i.e. greater than 4.5 tonnes) requiring access on paved or pedestrian areas must receive prior approval from an Authorised Person.

(15) If a bollard is removed for access, it must be immediately replaced to restrict access of other vehicles.

Section 5 - Liability

(16) As a condition of entry to University Land, all Drivers indemnify (that is, secure and compensate against loss) the University (including its officers and employees) from all claims, actions or demands brought by, for, or on behalf of the Driver or any third party for injury, damage or loss sustained to the Driver or the Driver's Vehicle caused by the fault or negligence of the Driver in the use or operation of parking a Vehicle or Bicycle on University Land.

(17) To the extent that any liability arises under the Australian Consumer Law or the Competition and Consumer Act, 2010 (Cth), then the University’s liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted to the resupplying of the relevant goods and services.

(18) Drivers must remove the vehicle from University Land if requested to do so by an Authorised Person.

Section 6 - Traffic on Campus

(19) At all times on University Land pedestrians have right of way and must act in accordance with the Road Rules 2014. Cyclists and pedestrians are responsible for themselves, and must be aware of vehicles and follow the directions of Authorised Persons.

(20) The Road Rules 2014 and the Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013 apply at all times. The Driver may be fined or penalised under those Rules.

(21) Drivers operating, or in control of a vehicle or bicycle shall at all times:

1. observe posted speed limits; and
2. comply with all road markings, signs and directions of Authorised Persons; and
3. give way to pedestrians.

(22) Bicycles are permitted to be ridden within carparks, on roads and suitable paths. Bicycles must be ridden in a safe manner and in accordance with the Road Rules 2014.

(23) Electrically power-assisted bicycles may only be used on University Land in accordance with the Road Rules 2014.

Section 7 - Parking on University Land

Restricted Parking Conditions

(24) University Carparks are signposted, where approved, as Restricted Parking Areas under the Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013. 

(25) Parking restrictions apply as signposted. 

(26) The use of all carparks remains at the absolute discretion of the University.

(27) The erection of parking signs on University Land must be approved by the Infrastructure and Property Division in accordance with the NSW Roads and Maritime Services Guidelines. Fines cannot be issued for failure to observe any signs not approved by the Infrastructure and Property Division.

(28) All University carparks are monitored and parking conditions may be enforced by Authorised Persons.

(29) The vehicle number plate must be detectable via electronic scan or by physical sighting by an Authorised Person.

Parking Management Conditions

(30) Parking conditions vary, depending on the area of University Land and within designated carparks. Hours of parking operations are stated on signage and the University parking website (www.uow.info/parking).

(31) Parking is limited on University Land. With the exception of Reserved Parking, where a designated space is allocated, there is no guarantee that a parking space will be available, even if the driver holds a valid Permit, has an active CellOPark session, has been issued a QR code, or holds a valid ticket.

(32) Any Vehicle parked in a University Carpark must have paid for parking where required to do so, as stated on signage.

(33) Access to parking on University Land, where signposted as such, is via the purchase or acquisition of a Permit or Casual Parking. There is limited non-fee access to parking for designated categories.

(34) The Authorised person has discretion to:

1. determine the number of permits issued and to whom;
2. exercise discretion over the number of bays assigned to the different categories of parking areas; and
3. determine the criteria for applicants for reserved parking bays to ensure efficient utilisation of space.

Designated Parking Areas

(35) The provision of parking bays and allowed areas varies across University Land in accordance with available space and operational requirements. Designated areas and the parking restrictions within each carpark is outlined on the University Parking Website.

(36) Drivers must ensure that their vehicle is not standing, waiting or parked for a period that exceeds the time shown on approved signage, or contrary with this Policy.

(37) Unless authorised to do so by an Authorised Person, all Vehicles must be parked within the lines designating a parking space and must not, at any time:

1. occupy more than one parking bay; 
2. obstruct the University roadways, carpark access lanes, or be placed in a manner that obstructs the safe path of travel for a pedestrian or another vehicle;
3. occupy any footpath, reserve, landscaped area or grassed area; or
4. impede or prevent the safe movement of entrants from any building at any time by standing or parking across, near, or adjacent to any entrance or exit.

(38) At all times vehicles must be parked in accordance with this Policy.

(39) Bicycles may only be parked in areas where the University has provided appropriate bicycle stands or within a Bike Base.

(40) Bicycles must not be attached to trees, railings, light posts or stored inside buildings except within a University provided Bike Base. 

Parking Fees and Charges

(41) Drivers are responsible for payment of the relevant parking fee for the carpark they are parked within.

(42) Conditions for the payment of fees are outlined on the University Parking Website.

(43) Parking fees and charges may be adjusted and approved by the Authorised Person.

(44) All fees and charges paid under this Policy are non-refundable.

Parking permits

(45) Permits are issued for access to parking on University Land to eligible drivers. Eligibility, areas of use and conditions of parking are outlined on the University Parking website.

(46) Drivers can apply for a permit through the vPermit portal, and must meet requirements detailed on the University Parking Website.

(47) Where payment is required, the driver or vehicle owner must pay the prescribed fee.

(48) It is the responsibility of the permit holder to ensure all details, including vehicle registration details are current for the Vehicle parked on University Land. 

(49) Only one vehicle may use an allocated permit on University Land at any one time.

(50) It is the responsibility of the vehicle owner to change or update the active vehicle status on the vpermit application.

(51) Failure to change the ‘active vehicle’ status in vPermit, is not a valid reason to seek to rescind any fines issued to a vehicle.

(52) Permits cannot be resold, transferred to another person, or purchased on behalf of another person.

Casual Parking

(53) Anyone with a legitimate reason for parking on University Land may access casual parking areas, provided they have parked their vehicle in accordance with this Policy, the conditions outlined on the University Parking Website, signposted conditions, and have paid the prescribed fee.

(54) Pay and Display tickets and CellOPark sessions are only valid in designated casual parking areas as signposted and outlined on the University Parking Website. 

(55) Where a driver is accessing parking in a parking station, they must pay the required fee and abide by the conditions as outlined on the University Parking Website.

(56) If a visitor has been issued a QR code via a business area or tenant, they may only use this in the area advised at the time of issue. The business area must notify the visitor where they are authorised to park.

Authorised Vehicle Parking

(57) Certain University vehicles are exempt from having a permit or having paid parking, provided the vehicle is clearly identified and badged.

(58) Certain vehicles belonging to Authorised Contractors and public utility service vehicles are exempt from having a permit or having paid parking, provided they are clearly identifiable with the organisation’s logo, and are one of the Authorised Contractors outlined on the University Parking Website.

(59) Where a vehicle is not classified as exempt, or is exempt, but is not clearly identifiable with the organisation’s logo, the driver must pay for parking in accordance with this Policy.

Mobility (Disabled) Parking

(60) Vehicles displaying a valid mobility parking permit may park in designated areas on University Land without charge.

(61) Under this Policy, a current mobility parking permit must be displayed.

Part A - Electric Vehicle Charging

(62) Charging of electric vehicles is permitted in designated electric vehicle charging areas, for the duration and conditions as outlined on signage and on the University Parking Website.

(63) In designated publicly available electric vehicle charging areas, parking is only permitted in the bay while the vehicle is actively charging. Once charging is complete, the vehicle must be moved from the electric vehicle charging bay. 

(64) Fines may be issued to those who park in the designated bays when not charging their vehicle, and for those who park a non-electric vehicle in a bay designated for electric vehicles.

Section 8 - Offences and Fines

Traffic Offences

(65) Vehicles breaching the traffic provisions in this Policy may be stopped by an Authorised Person. Drivers may be reported for non-compliance with the Campus Access and Order Rules or, where appropriate, reported by an Authorised Person to the nearest police officer.

Parking Offences

(66) Mobile licence plate recognition is used by the University to validate vehicles parked in a University carpark or car parking area to ensure vehicles meet paid parking requirements.

(67) Vehicles that are not parked in accordance with signage, the Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013, or the Road Rules 2014 may be issued a fine processed by Revenue NSW on behalf of the University. 

(68) Fine amounts are set by the State of New South Wales. The University has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NSW Commissioner of Fines through Revenue NSW for the processing of fines.

(69) A fine will be issued in accordance with the Self-Enforcement Infringement Notice Scheme (SEINS) requirements, as outlined by Revenue NSW.

(70) Any person may request a review of a fine by Revenue NSW. Advice on the ‘request for review’ process is available on the fine or via the Service NSW website.

(71) Where a ‘request for review’ is received, Revenue NSW may contact the University to provide information relating to the fine.

(72) Persistent or blatant violation of this Policy may result in a Permit being revoked, and/or vehicular access to the University denied by an Authorised Person.

Impounding of Bicycles

(73) Bicycles which are not parked in a designated bicycle rack or Bike Base provided by the University or appear to have been abandoned (4 weeks without use), may be impounded and disposed of by Authorised Persons in accordance with local operating procedures.

Appeals

(74) Requests for review and appeals of parking fines should be directed to Revenue NSW.

Section 9 - Roles and Responsibilities

(75) UOW Security are responsible for:

1. Enforcement: Ensuring compliance with the Traffic and Parking Policy by monitoring parking areas and roadways, issuing penalties for violations.
2. Assistance: Providing guidance to students, staff, and visitors on parking regulations and traffic management.
3. Response: Addressing parking violations, traffic incidents, and safety concerns promptly.
4. Reporting: Documenting and reporting traffic and parking incidents in accordance with University policies and legal requirements.

(76) Students are responsible for:

1. Compliance: Adhering to this Policy, including obtaining and displaying valid parking permits and following traffic signs.
2. Respect: Parking in designated areas and respect the rights of others using University parking facilities.
3. Awareness: Staying informed about parking regulations and report any issues or violations to UOW Security.

(77) Staff are responsible for:

1. Adherence: Following the Traffic and Parking Policy, ensuring compliance with parking permit requirements and traffic rules.
2. Support: Assisting UOW Security by reporting parking or traffic issues and adhering to parking designations.
3. Role Model: Demonstrating adherence to traffic and parking rules as an example for students and visitors.

(78) Members of the Public are responsible:

1. Respect: Observing the Traffic and Parking Policy while on university premises, parking only in designated areas and following posted regulations.
2. Cooperation: Complying with instructions from UOW Security and other Authorised Personnel regarding parking and traffic management.
3. Responsibility: Avoiding activities that disrupt traffic flow or compromise the safety of the University community.

Section 10 - Definitions