Rally behind Road Safety Round

So far this year, 132 people have lost their lives on Victorian roads, with 77 of those in regional areas – a concerning rise on the 59 regional deaths at the same time last year.

Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said local football and netball clubs are at the heart of their communities and play a significant role in influencing attitudes and behaviours on our roads – especially when it comes to their younger players and members.

“Tragically, most football and netball clubs across Victoria will have felt the impact of road trauma firsthand. This Road Safety Round is an opportunity to remember those we have lost and educate the community on the importance of road safety,” Mr Dimopoulos said.

There has also been a worrying rise in young people dying on Victorian roads, with the number of lives lost in the 18-25 age group currently at 24, compared to 16 this time last year.

The TAC’s partnership with AFL Victoria provides the perfect platform to speak directly to thousands of Victorians who are travelling hundreds of kilometres on the state’s road network for games and training every year.

“The TAC is renowned for using its standing in the community to engage with Victorians on key road safety issues. Road Safety Round is a great way to share our message on a local level and remind each other that we all have a role to play in keeping the roads safe,” TAC Head of Road Safety Samantha Cockfield said.

Clubs can extend their support and involvement in the TAC Road Safety Round, with all AFL Victoria-affiliated clubs given the opportunity to take part and earn up to $10,000 in funding by promoting road safety to their community as part of the TAC Club Rewards Program.

Find out more about TAC and AFL Victoria Road Safety Round at https://www.tac.vic.gov.au/road-safety/band-together/band-together.