In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

 

[Observer]

Should be across all States

 

[Col@45]

Should be across all States

To encourage safe driving habits, would be a good idea if they brought in a discount system on car Registration for people who have a 12 month flawless driving record.

 

[Janice McKay]

In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

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Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

This is a good idea, but if you are a good driver, then you would not need to have a demerit point scrubbed from your record? Should they not give the good driver's an extra point onto their demerit points? That makes more sense to me.

 

[Suzanne rose]

I don't see the benefits of this for those who have and have kept a clean record
Maybe for seniors who have held a clean record for 10 years or more should have complete rego for free

 

[Furbaby]

All states should be involved in the trial but I would be more in favour of those people who have never received any demerits should be given cheaper insurance. My husband has been driving for 60 years and included driving buses and myself for 45 years and have never received any demerit points, so points taken off do nothing for us but a reduction in insurance costs would be more beneficial.

 

[glennkidd]

I agreee with lots of the above..
Free/Discounted Rego, Licence, Insurance would be a MUCH greater incentive than getting back demerit points you havent lost because of your good driving record.

 

[Oaklegs]

In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

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Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

 

[Oaklegs]

In Western Australia I recently received a $70 gift to spend at Woolworths because I have the RAC free App on my phone. it somehow monitors my driving whenever I drive and lets me know how safe I am.

 

[glennkidd]

Not Woolworths!
Not that "Scumbag Multinational Company" !
Lol.
But really. That's a great idea

 

[Trudi]

In Western Australia I recently received a $70 gift to spend at Woolworths because I have the RAC free App on my phone. it somehow monitors my driving whenever I drive and lets me know how safe I am.

No thanks! I wouldn't like anyone looking over my shoulder all the time that I am driving, no matter how good a driver I am!

 

[Mina vriesekolk]

Safe drivers should also have cheaper insurance as well because you not claiming any damage . Unless your car is damaged and you someone else damaged your car. This happened to our better car and it needs to be repaired , 4 months waiting , insurance goes up, hire car taken out . We did ring the insurance company and they stated that some people have 4 times a year a hire car . I reckon the insurance should go up for the people who claim frequently and look after the people who have a good driving record . There is no loyalty anymore .

 

[Jennypat]

In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

View attachment 26603

Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

i dont think this is a reward for good drivers as they already have all their points so wheres the reward ?

 

[Squizzy1]

In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

View attachment 26603

Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

Why not extend it to all drivers, so you can bank points for those accidental road offence incidences.

 

[croz]

In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

View attachment 26603

Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section bel

i think its a great idea , and to have it in all states =yes why not,

 

[Da Freddo]

I don't see the benefits of this for those who have and have kept a clean record
Maybe for seniors who have held a clean record for 10 years or more should have complete rego for free

Suzanne Rose FOR PRIME MINISTER.
You have my vote.

 

[Suzanne rose]

Suzanne Rose FOR PRIME MINISTER.
You have my vote.

I would love to be Prime Minister, I would do a better job than the current and past ones.

 

[featherfour]

Seems weird. Save up your perfect driving record so that you can have a go at driving badly. I like that as a reward for my lack of demerits, I saved 25% on my license renewal.

 

[bschulze]

In welcome news for upstanding model citizens behind the wheel in NSW, drivers with flawless records are about to get quite the unexpected reward.

A new measure enacted by the state government, aimed at 'rewarding safe driving', now allows drivers to recover lost demerit points.

The law allowing the trial passed through parliament on August 2. It promotes an Australian-first trial, making it possible for NSW drivers who maintain a spotless driving record for over a year to have one demerit point scrubbed from their record.

A year from January 17, 2022, will be the starting point for the period covered by the measure.

Demerit points are scheduled for removal from mid-April 2024 onwards, while the government has flagged a three-month administration period to finalise offences. This is a massive leap from the past, when it took three years for a driver to remove a demerit point.

Around 1.7 million drivers in NSW are seen to potentially benefit from the program.

View attachment 26603

Officials hope the trial encourages better driving on state roads. Image Credit: Pixabay.

This only applies to full-licence holders and does not affect learner and provisional licence holders.

As per Roads Minister John Graham's words, this novel approach to driving safety has been launched to encourage safe driving habits among the public.

‘The demerit trial is an important carrot for drivers to remain offence-free over a 12-month period,’ he said.

‘We will closely watch the results to see if there is a net safety benefit for motorists, pedestrians, and communities… We haven’t tried the idea of using incentives.'

'Drivers who’ve committed very serious offences will find themselves off the road, in most cases. Obviously, in those instances, they’re just not going to be eligible. But for drivers who have accumulated a significant number of points, we want them to drive better.'

The trial program was initially planned for a July 1 rollout; however, the government managed to expedite the program to backdate eligibility to January 17 as part of Labor election promises.

Key Takeaways

• NSW drivers with a flawless driving record from January 17, 2022, will be eligible to have one demerit point removed from their record under a new trial.
• This initiative, an Australian first, will see demerit points removed from mid-April 2024 onwards.
• The trial is only available to full-licence holders and is intended as an incentive for safe driving.
• The NSW government and Roads Minister believe that the trial will encourage more conscientious driving while also ensuring road safety remains the key focus of traffic legislation.

NSW Premier Chris Minns threw his weight behind the initiative with his statement: 'Reducing the road toll and rewarding safe driving across the state is the aim of this trial and I am pleased the parliament agreed, with bipartisan support.'

'It’s time we put safety back at the centre of our road rules, not revenue raising,' he added.

In conclusion, the perfect record does not just reflect your skill and responsibility as a driver and now fetches you a surprising reward from the government.

So why wait? Let’s hit the road for safe driving–it may lead us to an unexpected benefit! Keep those seat belts buckled, the speed limits respected, and your hands off those phones!

Not all heroes wear capes, some just drive safely. Safe driving, folks!

Do you think this measure should be implemented in all states and territories across Australia? Or are you interested to see how it goes in NSW before you decide whether or not it should be open to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comment section below.

 

[bschulze]

australia is the only country in the world where people are double punished for driving offences set by politicians to improve the revinue base this obscene point system should and must be abolished