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Posted on Thursday 14th of May, 2026,
Greater Shepparton City Council is encouraging residents to make the Road Safety Pledge during National Road Safety Week 2026, running from Sunday 17 May 2026 to Sunday 24 May 2026.
National Road Safety Week is an annual initiative led by the Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) Group in partnership with road safety organisations and the Australian Government. The week raises awareness about road trauma and encourages safer behaviour on and around roads.
Nationally, around 1,200 people lose their lives and more than 40,000 people are seriously injured on Australian roads each year. Traffic injuries also remain one of the leading causes of death for children and young people across the country.
Throughout the week, daily themes will focus on improving road safety for motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, emergency service personnel and roadside workers.
To mark National Road Safety Week, Council assets across Shepparton and Mooroopna will be illuminated in yellow throughout the week in memory and support of the people impacted by road trauma.
Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali, encouraged the community to get involved and commit to safer driving behaviours.
“Road safety is everyone’s responsibility and even small decisions behind the wheel can make a significant difference. By making the pledge, people are committing to driving without distraction, avoiding speeding and never driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs or while fatigued,” he said.
As part of the week, National Walk Safely to School Day will take place on Friday 22 May 2026. The initiative encourages primary school-aged children to walk safely to school while promoting positive pedestrian behaviour, health and wellbeing, public transport and environmental awareness.
National Road Safety Week 2026 themes
For further information about National Road Safety Week or to make the Road Safety Pledge, visit National Road Safety Week
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