Increased Fines for Disobeying Road Closures
Main Roads Western Australia has announced a penalty increase to $10,000 for accessing closed roads or interfering with "road closed" signs.
"Fires, floods, cyclones and extreme weather can sometimes lead to roads being closed or restricted, for safety reasons,"
According to Main Roads WA, these hazards are not only inconvenient but also extremely dangerous. The authority emphasizes that road closures are put in place for safety reasons and should be respected.
Remember: CLOSED means CLOSED.
Author's summary: Fines increased to $10,000 for disobeying road closures.