News
25 September, 2025
Police amp up presence on Bribie
Police will be targeting the Fatal Five on the roads and beaches from Bundaberg to Petrie, during one of the busiest times of the year for the region.
Traditionally the September school holidays see a significant increase in traffic on roads and beaches. Moreton North Highway Patrol will be focused on beach drivers on Bribie Island.
Police will also be conducting roadside drug and breath testing, and proactive high-visibility and covert patrols across the region, from main roads and highways to rural roads and back streets.
North Coast Region Assistant Commissioner Kevin Guteridge said police take a zero-tolerance approach to reckless behaviour on our roads and beaches.
“Once drivers hit the sand, unfortunately we can see a lapse in responsibility and respect for the road rules,” Assistant Commissioner Guteridge said.
“The offences we tend to see on the beach are drink or drug driving, speeding, not wearing seatbelts, and dangerous driving. Tragically, we’ve seen these actions result in serious injury or death.
“Please take into consideration your environment, the unpredictable terrain, tide times, the condition of your vehicle, and most importantly the campers and beachgoers around you. Whether you’re driving on the bitumen, a dirt road or the sand, the same road rules apply.”
Police are expecting high traffic volume across the next two weeks, as people travel through the region for the school break, so police will be out in force to strengthen road safety.
