Letters to the Editor

Summer holiday road safety

Jan 21 2025 Updated 23 hours ago

Sentinel-Times

1 min read

THE MRAA’s summer holiday message to all road users starts with be nice to one another. Share the road. Stay alert.

If you look for hazards, you’ve got a chance to avoid them.

All road users can make mistakes.

Some of our roads are neglected and dangerous, particularly in country areas. Wildlife on the road is a serious problem too.

A safe trip makes for a happy holiday.

Damien Codognotto OAM, The Motorcycle Riders Association Australia

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