Double demerits for June long weekend

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May 30 2025 Updated May 30, 2025

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Parkes Highway Patrol Sergeant Mitchell Gage has indicated that police will also be targeting the 'four Ds' of road users including drink, drug, dangerous and distracted driving. PHOTO: Supplied

Motorists are being reminded to drive safely over the King's Birthday long weekend as double demerit points come into force.

Double demerits will be in operation from Friday 6 June until Monday 9 June (inclusive) for all speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences.

School zones are in operation on Friday 6 June and additional penalties can apply for certain offences committed in ...

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