Australia records highest road toll in over a decade

[simon varley]

Originally Posted by Rallye Sport

No mention of the actual human cost though.
Question answered.

I think we all know and care, and perhaps even more so about anyone badly injured, but the truth is, this is not a zero risk activity. We should all strive to minimise accidents, injuries and death, but any agency that thinks they can eliminate it all together is ****ing in the wind.

the TAC's Safe System, recognises that drivers and riders make mistakes, and that the roads should be resilient to that, but unfortunately, the only tool they seem to have, is to reduce speeds, so as to reduce injuries. That's understandable in a government agency, as any other solution incurs costs. Understandable, but also unforgiveable! Safety should not have a price tag, and if the best solution is to redesign the road or junction, fix the potholes, or even trim the verge, then Council, TAC or RRV should spend the money!