While double demerits won’t apply during the operation, additional police will be deployed across both metropolitan and regional areas in NSW, to keep the community safe over the busy period.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Police, Paul Toole, says the absence of double demerits isn’t an excuse for drivers to flout the rules.
“Police will take a zero-tolerance approach to road users endangering the lives of others through careless behaviour such as drink driving and speeding,” he said.
“We want everyone to arrive at their destination safely and enjoy Australia Day and the remainder of the holidays before school returns.
“In the spirt of Australia Day, let’s show camaraderie and look out for each other on our roads by slowing down, driving to the conditions, being patient and not driving under the influence.”
Commander of Traffic and Highway Patrol Command Assistant Commissioner, Stephen Hegarty, said the operation had been extended this year to cover the days leading up to school returning.
“We are expecting roads across the State to be busy as people celebrate Australia Day and families return from travel destinations ahead of the start of school early next month,” he said.
“Traffic and Highway Patrol Command will be targeting everything from drinking and drug driving to speeding and fatigue, in a bid to keep you and your loved ones safe.
“But we need your help – if you see anyone breaking the rules and endangering lives, please report it to Crime Stoppers and police will investigate.”
The operation ends February 1.
Step up patrols to boost road safety
EXTRA police have hit the roads in a high-visibility traffic operation during Australia Day and for the remainder of the school holidays.
