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# How NSW Drivers Are Dangerous
- URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-nsw-drivers-are-dangerous/
- Published: 2025-06-10T09:43:25.000Z
- Updated: 2025-06-10T09:43:25.000Z
- Description: NSW police blitz nets 4K speeding fines, 275 drink-drivers, 655 drug-drivers and 3 fatalities over King’s Birthday long weekend.
- Author: Dylan Anderson
- Tags: Car News, NSW, New South Wales

During the King’s Birthday long weekend, [NSW](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/nsw/) Police and transport authorities conducted a statewide operation focusing on speeding, drink driving, drug driving, mobile phone use, and other high-risk behaviours.

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## Key Infringement Statistics

- **4,000+** speeding fines issued
- **275** drink-driving charges
- **655** positive roadside drug tests
- **Almost 400** mobile phone infringements
- **221** seatbelt offences
- **6,665** total fines for other offences

## Major Crash Response

Officers attended **287** significant crashes over the long weekend, resulting in **75** injuries and **3** fatalities. Increased traffic volumes and holiday travel contributed to the high incident rate.

## Notable Police Pursuits and Arrests

- A 31‑year‑old driving a stolen 4WD led police on a chase through Dunedoo, crashing after driving through wire fences and was subsequently arrested.
- A 27‑year‑old was stopped by tyre‑deflation spikes after a 190 km pursuit through the Hunter Region.
- A driver in Budgewoi was pulled over in a van with false plates and found carrying drugs, lock picks, and counterfeit cash.
- Multiple drivers recorded high blood alcohol readings following crashes or attempts to evade breath tests.

[NSW Massive Warning On SpeedingNSW drivers warned: speeding rules, camera types, penalties, and school zone limits explained to keep roads safe and fines avoided.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2548.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/NSW-Warning-for-Speeding-1.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/nsw-massive-warning-on-speeding/)

## Impact on Community and Safety

Authorities emphasised that while most motorists complied with road laws, a minority engaging in reckless behaviour pose significant risks to all road users. The crackdown aimed to deter dangerous driving and reinforce the importance of obeying traffic regulations.

## Ongoing Road Safety Efforts

NSW Police urge motorists to drive with care and attention, particularly during holiday periods. Continued enforcement operations, public education campaigns, and infrastructure improvements are part of the state’s broader strategy to reduce road trauma.

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**Disclaimer:** *This article is based on information from official NSW Police and transport sources and is intended for general informational purposes only.* 

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