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Road policing boost to deliver more drug test

The Victorian Government is making Victorian roads safer with a $20 million boost to road policing operations, which will see more roadside drug tests and improved technology to catch those doing the wrong thing.

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Victorian clubs rewarded for road safety leadership

More than 300 grassroots football and netball clubs have shared a total of $700,000 for leading the way in promoting road safety in their communities.

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Making it easier to find safer cars

The Victorian Government is making it easier for those in the market for a second-hand car to find the safest vehicle possible using the updated Used Car Safety Ratings (UCSR).

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20 years in the saddle: TAC keeps racegoers on track

The TAC is today launching the 20th year of its partnership with Country Racing Victoria, continuing to help racegoers plan ahead, travel safely, and to avoid the deadly risks of drink driving.

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Campaign reminds e-scooters are not child's play

The Victorian Government along with the TAC has relaunched its powerful road safety campaign this week to remind parents that it is illegal for people under the age of 16 to ride e-scooters.Last year, five people including one person under 16 years of age, lost their lives while riding an e-scooter on Victorian roads.

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TAC Annual Report shows a strong and sustainable scheme

The TAC’s Annual Report was tabled in State Parliament today, highlighting a strong and sustainable accident insurance scheme, delivering critical support to people impacted by road trauma in Victoria.

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Road safety film competition tackles speed and seatbelts

The TAC's Split Second Competition is returning to inspire young people to play a role in reducing road trauma. In its seventh year, the initiative is designed to engage young creatives aged 18-30, calling for compelling short films that capture the devastating consequences of a split-second decision on the roads.

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Community road safety grants ready to hit the road

More than $363,000 from the TAC will deliver projects that improve local community road safety outcomes, including professionally fitted car seats to families experiencing disadvantage, while another will support the development of inclusive road safety resources for children with disabilities, families and therapists.

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