The Australasian College of Road Safety (ACRS) welcomes the Australian Government’s $7.2 billion commitment to upgrade the Bruce Highway in Queensland, acknowledging it as a much-needed investment in saving lives.
However, the ACRS emphasises that such essential funding should not be delayed or offered as an election promise alone. Immediate action is required to address critical road safety issues now.
“This commitment is a positive step, but road safety cannot wait,” said Dr Ingrid Johnston, Chief Executive Officer, ACRS.
“We urge all governments to prioritise evidence-based road safety measures, ensuring that this and future investments are implemented swiftly to prevent avoidable deaths and injuries.”
The ACRS further recommends that the government publicise the road star safety ratings for sections of the Bruce Highway as they are upgraded, ensuring transparency and increasing public awareness of safety improvements.