There were two drink-drivers; one disqualified driver; four unlicensed drivers; five unregistered vehicles and one vehicle impoundment.
In the Northern Grampians PSA, incorporating Northern Grampians, Ararat and Yarriambiack municipalities, there were 58 offences, including one drink-driver and three drug drivers.
There were also two disqualified drivers; three unlicensed drivers; and nine unregistered vehicles detected.
There were two lives lost on Victorian roads during the five-day period – in Arcadia and Everton Upper.
Road Policing Assistant Commissioner Glenn Weir said there was a clear lack of regard for the rules despite continuous warnings from police.
“Anzac Day is an important time of reflection and paying our respects, however it’s a shame we don’t see this extended to people’s behaviour on the roads,” he said.
“Of particular concern is the high number of people we are catching who should not be behind the wheel – these individuals show a blatant disregard for the road rules and to the safety of all other road users.
“The number of people fined for things that are so easily avoidable, like using a mobile phone or failing to wear a seatbelt, also remains baffling.
“Police will continue to be out enforcing anywhere, anytime, so if you’re think you won’t be caught doing the wrong thing, there’s a good chance we’ll catch up with you.”
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