Increased traffic flows expected this long weekend

Increased traffic is expected this long weekend. File photo.

With Labour Weekend fast approaching, police are looking ahead and putting plans in place to make sure roads are safe with the increased long weekend traffic.

Inspector Matt Scoles, is urging motorists to play their part too.

"Road safety is everyone's responsibility and Labour Weekend is a very busy time for our roads, so people should expect traffic.

"We're urging people to keep calm and be patient.

How you behave on the road impacts everyone around you, says Scoles.

"Speeding, distractions, and bad-decision making on the road can have devastating consequences.

"We want everyone to enjoy their long weekend and return home safely, that's why it's so important to slow down, phone down, buckle up, and drive sober."

Motorists can expect a concerted effort by police to keep the roads safe, with increased presence and visibility planned over the upcoming holiday weekend.

There will be checkpoints across the district anytime, anywhere, targeting and preventing unsafe behaviour.

"We can't be everywhere 24/7, but we will be putting extra effort into deterring unsafe behaviour."

Motorists can also play their part by reporting unsafe driving they witness on their travels - If you see any dangerous driving behaviour or immediate risks on the road when you are travelling please call 111 and report it to police.

Otherwise, if you witness inconsiderate driving, or want to report a non-life threatening driving incident, call 105 or go online www.police.govt.nz/105support.

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1 comment

30kmh

Posted on 20-10-2021 11:03 | By Yadick

And all the 30kmh signs will be left up despite no work happening, no loose metal, causing massive hold ups. Why, no reason. Same as Cameron Road heading towards the Mount. All the roadworks are on the other side and separated by a blimmen great traffic island. Absolutely ridiculous and unnecessary.


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