The state government are teaming up with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to remind motorists to take extra care during the upcoming long weekend.
With 24 people already killed on Victorian roads so far this year, the TAC is continuing with its The Lucky Ones Get Caught campaign.
Driver Reviver Australia will also be working with Victoria State Emergency Services (VICSES) and Lions Club volunteers to operate rest stops across the state where motorists can take a break, stretch their legs and change drivers.
Roads and Road Safety Minister Melissa Horne said the state government will continue to campaign for more road safety initiatives across the state, but that was only part of the puzzle.
“We all need to take ownership and heed the message to drive safely – especially over Australia Day,” she said.
Seatbelt enforcement remains a problem, with 95 per cent of all drivers of all drivers and passengers who died on Victoria’s roads last year not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident.
Transport Accident Commission acting chief executive Liz Cairns said planning ahead is a key part of reducing risk.
“Get a good night’s sleep before you drive, take regular breaks, allow for extra travel time, and share the driving if you can,” she said.
