FAQ
Why do we need a road safety group in Mackay, Isaac & Bowen Basin Regions?
The Mackay, Isaac and Bowen Basin regions have one of the highest number DIDO workers, coupled with an extensive highway network. Our roads are busier than ever, with tourism also increasing leading to a high number of road crashes, especially compared to non-regional areas. We are passionate about reducing the road toll and ensuring everyone reaches home safely.
How does RAAG aim to reduce the road toll?
Through advocating for better roads, educating drivers and road users on how to drive safely and the specific issues faced on our regional roads. We do this through providing resources that can be shared throughout the community to help educate on safe road behaviour. These can be viewed here and are free for use: View Resource
How can I promote road safety in my community?
Raise awareness through sharing RAAG (and other road safety) resources, advocate for better road infrastructure, support and participate in community programs promoting safe driving, and set a positive example by following road safety rules. If you would like to be more involved, please check out our ‘Get involved’
Partnership
Volunteering
How can I report unsafe road conditions?
Contact local authorities or transportation agencies to report potholes, damaged signs, or other hazards. Many places have online platforms or hotlines for reporting road safety concerns. Contact information for many of these agencies are supplied on the website. Get Assistance
What should I do if I witness or am first on scene to a road accident?
Call emergency services immediately. If it’s safe to do so, provide first aid or comfort to those involved. Avoid moving injured persons unless there’s an immediate danger (e.g., fire). Get Assistance
Important Links
National Road Safety Strategy
https://www.roadsafety.gov.au/nrss/fact-sheets/vision-zero-safe-system
AusRAP and Road Road Safety – RACQ
http://www.racq.com.au/motoring/roads/australian_road_assessment_program_ausrap
Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics
https://www.bitre.gov.au
International Road Assessment Program
www.irap.org
Australasian College of Road Safety (ACRS)
http://acrs.org.au/
Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC)
www.monash.edu/muarc
National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP)
www.nrspp.org.au
Centre for Accident Reasearch & Road Safety – Queensland (CARRS-Q)
https://research.qut.edu.au/carrsq/
Department of Transport & Main Roads (QLD)
www.tmr.qld.gov.au
ANCAP
www.howsafeisyourcar.com.au
DTMR Marketing and Comms
https://streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au/
Roads 2 Survival
www.roads2survival.com.au