There’ll be extra police on our roads as Operation Scoreboard kicks off today
They’ll be out in force and across the Grand Final long weekend with a focus on drink driving.
It will include an extended police presence around Geelong as police warn fans to be on their best behaviour.
Assistant Commissioner Road Policing Glenn Weir says unfortunately the grand final is often a horror weekend on our roads.
“History shows that impaired driving is a significant issue over the AFL Grand Final weekend, and the last thing we want to see is further road trauma caused by something that is completely avoidable,” he said.
“The message is clear – alcohol, drugs and driving don’t mix, so if you’re celebrating over the AFL Grand Final weekend, plan ahead and leave the car at home, arrange a designated driver or utilise alternative transport options.
“Let’s ensure this long weekend remains memorable for all the right reasons – not for the wrong ones.”
