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Lives lost strengthens focus on tackling road trauma

The Victorian Government has reaffirmed its focus on tackling road trauma after the state recorded an increase in the number of lives lost on the state’s roads.

236 people died on Victorian roads in 2021

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21 Sep 2022

TAC Annual Report tabled in State Parliament

The Transport Accident Commission’s Annual Report was tabled in State Parliament today, showing the agency has emerged stronger and more resilient following two pandemic-affected years.

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01 Sep 2022

New data highlights confronting motorcycle safety habits

New data from a survey of almost 1,000 motorcyclists has highlighted concerning attitudes toward speeding and protective gear, prompting a safety reminder from the Victorian Government.

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19 Aug 2022

Encouraging night driving practice to save young lives

The number of young people dying on Victorian roads, particularly at night, is behind a renewed safety plea from the Victorian Government and Transport Accident Commission (TAC).

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11 Aug 2022

New data reveals attitudes towards safe driving

The Victorian Government is urging Victorian motorists to consider the cost of speeding, as new research reveals an increase in the number of people who ignore the risks

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Lives lost on our roads to date

Lives lost 2022

182

14%

Lives lost 2021

160

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Victorians urged to slow down as speed drives up road deaths.

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24/09/2022 12:00

Unfortunately we don’t get 9 lives on the road. This AFL Grand Final, focus on the road and not on the game. #AFLGF https://t.co/Mc8mPDoEsw

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24/09/2022 09:00

Whether you’re from South Melbourne or have come down from Sydney, make sure to keep your mind on the road this Sep… https://t.co/xfdLmQQ2c4

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23/09/2022 14:00

Long weekends can be a dangerous time on the roads. This 4- day weekend, make sure you concentrate on the task at h… https://t.co/LsC3lFLzo7

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Lives lost strengthens focus on tackling road trauma

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TAC Annual Report tabled in State Parliament

New data highlights confronting motorcycle safety habits

Encouraging night driving practice to save young lives

New data reveals attitudes towards safe driving

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Victorians urged to slow down as speed drives up road deaths.

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