NSW Police are urging motorists travelling to this weekend’s Bathurst 1000 to travel safely and leave racing to the processionals
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With more than 200,000 visitors expected at the event, general duties and specialist police will be out in force targeting speeding, drink and drug driving, mobile phone use and seat-belt offences.
Acting Western Region Commander Assistant Commissioner Greg Moore said road safety was everyone’s responsibility and motorists should avoid putting themselves and other road users at risk.
“There is no excuse for poor or dangerous behaviour on our roads but – unfortunately – there are some drivers who continue to break the law and not only put their own lives at risk, but the lives of every other motorist, cyclist, rider or pedestrian around them,” A/Assistant Commissioner Moore said.
“Motorists can expect to see our Traffic and Highway Patrol officers conducting random breath tests and roadside drug testing, as well as targeting unsafe driver behaviour to ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely.”
Motorists making their way to the championship event are warned to plan ahead and be patient as delays are expected – particularly around the Great Western Highway and Bells Line of Road.
Operation Hoist, a high-visibility police operation – which targets anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related violence – began yesterday and will conclude Sunday October 7.
NSW Centre for Road Safety Executive Director Bernard Carlon, said it was important that everyone driving to and from Bathurst drive to the conditions and travel safely.
“Speeding, drink and drug driving, fatigue and not wearing a seat-belt remain the four biggest killers on our roads,” Mr Carlon said.
“Make sure you drive carefully, stick to the speed limit and buckle up and don’t drive if you are tired or have been drinking.”
Police have also reminded residents to take extra care on the roads as school holidays continue, with wet-weather warnings forecast for much of NSW over the coming days.
Further information about the Bathurst 1000 – including venue maps, transport and parking availability – may be accessed at the event’s website.
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