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Ready to talk road safety!
Today as part of Queensland Road Safety Week my colleagues and I from Indooroopilly Road Policing Unit conducted some Random Breath Testing (RBT) and some Coffee with a Cop engagement at Zarraffa’s Grovely.
Getting the safety message out to everyone
In support of Road Safety Week, Zarraffa’s had printed a number of ‘free coffee’ cards reminding people of the Fatal Five, and we were able to hand these out to motorists who had a zero BAC on their breath test.
These thoughtful and useful cards were very well received by the drivers!
It was great to talk to drivers and passengers about road safety in a different manner, and to be able to offer free coffee as well.

These road safety materials included a brief refresher on road rules (it’s always great to keep up to date with road rules!), a small torch that can be attached to car keys and,

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The Queensland Police Service (QPS) have launched specially designed patches to again demonstrate its support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) youth throughout Queensland through its involvement in this year’s Wear it Purple Day.
Wear it Purple Day was established to demonstrate to young people that there is hope, that there are people who support and accept them, and that they have the right to be proud of who they are.

To demonstrate our support, officers may wear their boots with purple laces and wear the newly developed LGBTI Load Bearing Vest (LBV) patch on Wear It Purple Day.
Commissioner Ian Stewart said this was a great way for rainbow youth everywhere to know that their support base included police.
 
“’Wear it Purple’ is a simple message: you have the right to be proud of who you are and sexuality or gender identity does not change this – ‘Wear it Purple’ if

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Bicycle riders have less protection than motorists and are more likely to be injured if there is a crash. In 2017, 8 bicycle riders died and 390 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
We all need to be aware and share the road safely. Bicycle riders are legitimate road users and have the right to be treated with courtesy and care by others.
Similarly, bicycle riders must obey the general road rules as well as the rules for cyclists.

Ride consistently and remember to use clear hand signals. Your hand should be open, with your palm facing forward.
Use a footpath if you are not confident on the road – it is legal in Queensland unless there is a ‘no bicycle’ sign.
Ride the right bike for your size and ability and wear a helmet – it could save your life.
Consider a high-visibility vest to help you be seen on the roads.
Motorists

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Driving a heavy vehicle requires extra care and attention on the roads.
In 2017, 6 heavy vehicle drivers died and 135 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Not all road users understand how to interact with heavy vehicles.
Be aware of other road users – they don’t always know your blind spots.
If you’re driving a long vehicle, you can legally use more than one lane to turn. Just make sure to give other road users enough warning by indicating as early as possible.
Driver fatigue or drowsy driving is a safety hazard for the road transport industry, often involving heavy vehicle operation.
Fatigue doesn’t only relate to falling asleep at the wheel – even brief lapses in concentration can have serious consequences.
Driver fatigue is one of the Fatal Five, along with speeding, drink and drug driving (including medications), seatbelts and distraction.
If you have a big journey ahead, plan your rest stops by

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As motorists, we must consider many factors when driving and be aware of our constantly changing environment.
In 2017, 101 motorists died and 3,528 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
But it’s not just the driver at risk when we take a chance with safety.
In 2017, 52 passengers died and 1,210 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
That’s why we must focus on the Fatal Five – the major factors involved in road fatalities: speeding, drink and drug driving (including medications), seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
We need to be at our best when we’re out on the roads, for everyone’s safety.
Remember to share the road safely with other road users – follow the road rules, be patient and courteous.
Give other road users the extra space they need, especially heavy vehicles – they take longer to stop.
Tailgating increases your risk of a crash.
The speed limit is the

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Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey joined Acting Superintendent Ivan Sikorsky, Road Policing Command and RACQ Head of Technical and Safety Policy Steve Spalding to launch the ‘Be aware – Cross with care’ pedestrian campaign today.
The initiative is designed to remind pedestrians to be vigilant when crossing the road. Pedestrians in Brisbane’s CBD will be reminded to cross the street with care, with life-saving safety reminders chalked onto footpaths at several city crossing locations.
Mr Bailey said people crossing the street mid-block or metres away from traffic lights was only part of the problem.
“While it is legal to cross the street more than 20 metres from the closest crossing, people should look at their surroundings before stepping out onto the road at any time,” Mr Bailey said.
“The safest place to cross the road is at traffic lights, and sometimes this means walking a few extra metres and waiting patiently. Being alert in

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Break and Enter Dwelling
The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was 5.
Offence locations:

Suburb
Street
Time
Entry Method
Property
Stolen
Date

Indooroopilly
Central Avenue
Morning
Front door – SNEAK BURGLARY
Game console, LP records, Lap top, suitcase, turntable
20/08/2018

 
Musgrave Road
Afternoon
Side window
Lap top, hair dryer
24/08/2018

Gaythorne
Redgum Place
Day
Front door forced
Nil
20/08/2018

Samford Valley
Mayfair Drive
Day
Front door forced
Nil – Offenders disturbed
20/08/2018

Moggill
Moggill Road
Day
Window forced
Jewellery, passports, wristwatches
21/08/2018

 
Steal from Premises
The total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was 3.
Offence locations:

Suburb
Street
Time
Type
Date

Everton Park
Everton Park State School
Overnight
School
20/08/2018 to 21/08/2018

Taringa
Swann Road
Overnight
Garage
20/08/2018 to 21/08/2018

Fig Tree Pocket
Fig Tree Pocket Road
Unknown
Childcare centre
17/08/2018 to 21/08/2018

 
Steal from Motor Vehicle
The total number of unlawful entries into motor vehicles this week was 7.
Offence locations:

Suburb
Street
Time
Location
Property Stolen
Date

Everton Park
Ashmore Street
Overnight
Street
Mobile phone
21/08/2018 to 22/08/2018

 
Newhaven Street
Early morning
Driveway
Purse
22/08/2018

 
Little Street
Overnight
Driveway – left unlocked
Coins, sunglasses
21/08/2018 to 22/08/2018

Mitchelton
Taltarni Circuit
Overnight
Driveway – left unlocked
Nil
20/08/2018 to 21/08/2018

 
Princess Street
Overnight
Driveway – left unlocked
Sunglasses, keys
20/08/2018 to 21/08/2018

Taringa
Broomfield Street
Overnight
Driveway
Nil entry gained
24/08/2018 to 25/08/2018

Kenmore
Twilight Street
Overnight
Street – left unlocked
Wallet and contents, sunglasses
25/08/2018 to 26/08/2018

 
Motor Vehicle Theft
The total

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Pedestrians share the road with vehicles, but have no protection in an impact.
In 2017, 35 pedestrians died and 357 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility for all road users.
Pedestrians should stop, look and listen before crossing the road.
Be aware of your surroundings and avoid distractions like headphones and mobile phones.
Use designated crossings wherever possible, as this is where drivers and riders are expecting you to cross.
Be aware and cross with care.
Vehicles must be prepared to give way to pedestrians and be aware of crossings, refuges and traffic signals where pedestrians may cross.
Travel at a speed that allows you to stop safely at these when needed.
Reduce your speed at night around entertainment venues where people gather.
Observe school zone speed restrictions and travel carefully in other areas with children, such as around playgrounds.
By changing behaviours and increasing awareness, we can make Queensland roads

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Police from the Inner West Patrol Group are conducting the Mt Zero campaign this weekend.
It all started up in the mountains and ended at Brookside Shopping Centre on Saturday morning.
Police and members of the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads attended Indooroopilly Shopping Centre on Sunday to continue spreading road safety messages to road users.

Mt Zero is a campaign created to raise awareness of the dangers of Mt Coot-tha, Mt Nebo and Mt Glorious roads.
Common factors contributing to accidents on these roads are speed, lack of rider experience, rider error, visibility and collision with other vehicles.
Police appeal for all road users to slow down and drive to the ever-changing conditions, as the weather affects road surface and debris making it slippery.
Police would like to remind all road users of the dangers of the mountain roads and thank those who came by for their positive contribution and helping to get Road Safety Week

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