It is not strictly illegal to reverse out of a residential driveway in New Zealand, provided you do so safely and without endangering other road users or pedestrians. However, New Zealand road rules explicitly state that when leaving a driveway, property, or parking space, you must give way to all moving traffic and pedestrians using the road. Drivers are legally accountable if an accident occurs due to an unsafe or obstructed reverse maneuver. While legal, many local safety campaigns encourage backing into driveways when possible so you can drive forward onto the street for improved visibility.
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