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Motorists across Northern NSW are being urged to take extra care on the roads this long weekend as double demerits come into effect from Friday 4 October to Monday 7 October.

Aileen MacDonald MLC urged drivers to follow the road rules as they travel. ‘As the weather warms up, many people will be on the road enjoying the holiday period, please remain vigilant on the roads and stick to the sign-posted speed limit,’ she said.

‘Double demerits will come into effect Friday morning, 4 October, at 12:01am and end at 11:59pm on Monday 7 October.

‘Higher fines and double demerit points will apply for those offences committed such as speeding, not wearing a seatbelt, driving under the influence or using a mobile phone illegally,’ said Ms MacDonald.

Slow down

Shadow Minister for Police Paul Toole said safety is the number one priority.

‘The last thing we want to see over this period is an increase in road trauma, which is why double-demerits will be in place to deter people from doing the wrong thing and putting lives at risk,’ said Mr Toole.

‘It is vital everyone slows down, pays attention to the road and doesn’t drink and drive so that everyone on the road can arrive at their destination safely.

‘Speeding, fatigue and drink and drug driving remain the biggest killers on NSW roads and the NSW Police Force will be out in numbers ensuring that if you do the wrong thing, you will be caught.’



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