While many spent the long weekend attending a range of activities and events throughout the state, we were busy ensuring motorists were on their best behaviour and staying safe on the roads.
Almost 5000 traffic offences were detected over the four-day road policing operation, with speeding offences contributing to almost half.
Police conducted 69,166 preliminary breath tests, with 152 drivers detected over the limit. 197 drivers returned a positive roadside drug test.
Sadly, two lives were lost on the roads, bringing the total to 61, up from 58 at the same time last year.
With plenty of warm weather still on the horizon, we’re asking all road users to remain vigilant, and remember:
🛏️ Get plenty of sleep before a long drive.
🗺️ Plan ahead and take regular rest stops.
🍺 Organise a designated driver or alternative travel if you’re drinking.
📱 Put your phone away and avoid distraction.
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