Rural Road Safety Month – Speeding

September 24, 2024/by Marketing & Communications

Speeding is a factor in nearly 50% of all fatalities on country roads. Stay under the speed limit, drive to the conditions and slow down at curves.

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/topics-tips/speeding

NSW RFS Declares Bushfire Danger Period

September 23, 2024/by Webmaster

NSW RFS Declares Bushfire Danger Period

Tuesday the 1st of October 2024 will mark the official start of the Lower Western statutory Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) with the RFS urging residents to ensure they are as prepared as possible.

Lower Western District Manager Superintendent Steve Walker is reminding Wentworth and Balranald Shire residents that fire permits will be required throughout the Bush Fire Danger Period.

View the full media release and Fact Sheet below:

NSW RFS Media Release – Bushfire Danger Period Commencement Download

NSW Rural Fire Service – Guardian Portal Fact Sheet Download

Rural Road Safety Month – Rural Roads Statistics

September 20, 2024/by Marketing & Communications

Whether you’re a local or a visitor, it’s important to take care while driving through rural or regional areas to help reduce this statistic.

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/topics-tips/speeding

Rural Road Safety Month

September 18, 2024/by Marketing & Communications

The reality is, 85% of fatal crashes on country roads involve a country resident. We all have a part to play in keeping each other safe. Road safety starts with you this Rural Road Safety Month.