Road Line Marking
From subdivision handovers to council maintenance programs, we've marked thousands of kilometres of roads across Australia. Every job follows AS 1742 to the letter, uses retroreflective materials that perform at night, and is completed with full traffic management. VicRoads approved. Transport NSW certified.
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What is Road Marking That Stands Up to Australian Conditions?
Quick answer: Line Marking Australia marks public and private roads for councils, developers and civil contractors across Australia. We mark centre lines, edge lines, lane lines and intersections to AS 1742.2:2022, in paint or thermoplastic, and usually work at night with full traffic management. We are VicRoads and Transport for NSW approved and quote within 48 hours.
A civil contractor in Pakenham called us last year mid-project. Their previous line marking subcontractor had pulled off the job, leaving a subdivision half-finished with council handover deadline in two weeks. They needed 4.2 kilometres of centre lines, edge lines, and intersection markings completed before the clock ran out.
We mobilised within 48 hours. Our crews worked six consecutive nights with full traffic management. Every marking met AS 1742 specifications. The subdivision passed council inspection first time. That's the kind of turnaround we're set up for.
We made costly mistakes early on. In 2013, we quoted a job in Ballarat without accounting for the steeper terrain. Crews took twice as long as estimated on the hill sections. That project taught us to always do proper site assessments, especially for regional work. We haven't underquoted a road job since.
Road marking standards and specifications
Line widths, colours and patterns come from AS 1742.2:2022. Paint and thermoplastic meet the AS 4049 series, and glass beads for night visibility meet AS/NZS 2009. State road jobs also follow the local spec, such as VicRoads Section 721, MRWA Specification 604 in WA or TMR MRTS45 in Queensland. Find out more about thermoplastic line marking, traffic management works and temporary line marking for staged road works.
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Quality Assurance
Final inspection and compliance sign-off
Compliance Standards
Centre Line & Lane Marking Specifications
AS 1742.2:2022, Manual of uniform traffic control devices Part 2: Traffic control devices for general use. Specifies line widths (100mm standard, 150mm barrier), colours, patterns, and dimensions for centre lines, edge lines, and lane lines.
Pavement Marking Material Standards
AS 4049 series, Paints and related materials: pavement marking materials. Part 1 covers solvent-borne paint, Part 2 thermoplastic, Part 3 waterborne paint and Part 4 high-performance systems. Performance requirements for durability and colour.
Night-Time Visibility & Retroreflectivity
AS/NZS 2009, Glass beads for pavement-marking materials. Sets the glass bead types that make road markings visible at night.
Traffic Management During Road Works
Austroads AGTTM, Australian Guide to Traffic Management. Comprehensive guidance on traffic management during road works. We follow AGTTM requirements for all road marking projects to ensure worker and public safety.
Pedestrian Crossing & School Zone Marking
AS 1742.10:2024, Manual of uniform traffic control devices Part 10: Pedestrian control and protection. Specific requirements for marked foot crossings, children's crossings, and school zone pavement markings.
Intersection & Roundabout Marking
AS 1742.14:2014, Manual of uniform traffic control devices Part 14: Traffic signals. Includes pavement marking requirements for signalised intersections and approach markings to roundabouts.
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All our work meets or exceeds Australian Standards and state road authority requirements
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AS 1742
Traffic Control Devices
Specifies line colours, widths, arrow designs, and placement for road markings. Ensures all traffic control devices meet national safety standards.
AS/NZS 2890
Parking Facilities
Covers bay dimensions (2.4m × 5.4m standard, 2.4m × 5.4m accessible plus a 2.4m shared zone), aisle widths, and traffic flow requirements for compliant parking areas.
AS 4586
Slip Resistance
Defines slip resistance classifications (P rating) for pedestrian surfaces. Critical for wet areas, ramps, and high-traffic zones.
AS/NZS 1428
Access & Mobility
Sets requirements for accessible parking bays, tactile indicators, and mobility access. Essential for DDA compliance and accessibility audits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Thermoplastic is a hot-applied material that's thicker (2-3mm vs 0.3mm for paint) and far more durable. It lasts 4-6 years on high-traffic roads versus 1-2 years for paint. Paint is more economical for low-traffic residential streets. Most councils specify thermoplastic for arterial roads.
AS 1742.2 specifies 100mm width for standard broken centre lines and 150mm for barrier lines. Edge lines are typically 100mm. Lane lines vary between 80mm and 100mm depending on road classification.
We handle everything. Our crews include traffic control certified personnel and we provide all signage, cones, and barriers. Traffic management plans are prepared and submitted to relevant authorities as part of our service.
Thermoplastic sets within minutes as it cools, and traffic can usually return within 10 to 20 minutes. Waterborne paint needs 20-30 minutes in good conditions. We manage traffic around freshly marked areas until surfaces are safe.
Yes, we mark private roads in industrial estates, body corporate complexes, and commercial properties to the same standards as public roads. This is important if your private road connects to public roads or if council has conditions on your development.
We provide completion certificates, compliance documentation referencing AS 1742, material specifications, retroreflectivity test results if required, and photos. Everything councils need for Statement of Compliance sign-off.
Expert Guides
In-depth compliance guides and resources related to road line marking .
Line Marking Paint Types Compared: Thermoplastic vs Epoxy vs Water-Based
Thermoplastic, two-pack epoxy or waterborne? We compare the three main line marking paint types by durability, cost, application and best use cases.
Read guideRoad Line Marking Standards Australia: AS 1742 Complete Guide
Complete guide to Australian road line marking standards — AS 1742, Austroads AGTM, state authority requirements and material specifications for councils and contractors.
Read guideHow to Start a Line Marking Business in Australia
Practical guide to starting a line marking business in Australia — equipment, licensing, insurance, costs and how to land your first clients. From a network operating since 2009.
Read guideRecent Projects
Real road line marking projects completed by our team.
Shared Path Line Marking: 2.4 km in Catherine Fields NSW
Catherine Fields, NSW · About 2.4 km of line
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Industrial Car Park and Entry Marking: Acacia Ridge QLD
Acacia Ridge, QLD · 2 sites
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Council Road Marking: 15km Residential Streets Ballarat VIC
Ballarat, VIC · 15 kilometres
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We provide road line marking across these industry sectors.
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