In Victoria, Operation Nexus starts on Thursday, April 2 and ends on Monday, April 6, which will see an increase in police activity across Campaspe.
At the same time NSW Police will launch Operation Easter 2026 alongside a double demerits period, targeting speeding, mobile phone use, seatbelt and helmet offences.
Victorian police will particularly target regional and major roads to holiday destinations, where more than half of all road deaths occur.
Speed enforcement will be a priority, following the detection of 2900 speeding offences during the recent Labour Day weekend.
Victorian Road Policing Acting Assistant Commissioner Justin Goldsmith said motorists can expect “major police presence” on the state’s roads.
“The reality is, we only issue infringements if an offence has been detected, so it’s quite simple – comply with the road rules, and you will avoid a penalty,” he said.
“At the end of the day, we just want everyone to make it home safely to their families this Easter, and we’ll be doing everything we can to ensure that happens.”
NSW Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner David Driver, said the message for motorists was clear: slow down.
“Police are imploring drivers to do their part to stop the number of lives lost from climbing any higher,” he said.
Boaters are also being urged to put safety first as visitors flock to the Murray to cool down over Easter.
Safe Transport Victoria strongly recommends that anyone planning to go boating should prepare thoroughly before leaving shore.
Stay prepared by:
- Maintaining your vessel, engine and equipment, check the boat battery before you go
- Check the weather, avoid heading out during extreme weather
- Ensure you have enough fuel
- Tell someone where you plan to go – they can raise the alarm if you don’t return.
- Ensure you have a way to call for help
- Always wear a life jacket
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