Queensland aims for zero motorcycle road toll
Motorcycling can be dangerous but there are ways to make it safer, and the Queensland Government is tipping in some money to helpThe Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has formally backed a new Queensland Government initiative that aims to cut the motorcycle road toll to zero.
Funded by the Queensland Government through its Community Road Safety Grants program, the Motorcycle Ride to Zero Grants strategy is designed to help local organisations provide more opportunities for rider safety education and post-licence training courses.
While the program only consists of one-off funding for up to 100 motorcycles riders with subsidised participant fees to attend a post-licence training course, the FCAI has recognised it as a positive step forward for motorcycle safety.
“The initiative enhances road safety by equipping riders with improved motorcycle skills and rider knowledge,” said FCAI chief, Toby Weber. “Whether for experienced riders looking to refine their skills or those returning to their motorcycles after a hiatus, these training courses play a pivotal role in enhancing on-road behaviours.
“We strongly support the Queensland Government’s commitment to road safety and rider education, and believe this initiative is a significant and worthwhile investment,” Weber concluded.
According to Queensland Police, there have been 51 motorcycle-related deaths on Queensland roads so far in 2023, compared to 40 in 2022 during the same timeframe. The organisation also states that 31 per cent of the state’s road fatalities up to July 2023 were motorcyclists, which is above the national average.
The police are reminding riders to ride to the conditions, maintain riding skills through regular training and riding, plan ahead, wear the right safety gear, and don’t ride when fatigued.
For more information on how to apply for the Motorcycle Ride to Zero Grants, visit the Queensland Government’s Community Road Safety Grants page.
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