Double Demerits This Easter & ANZAC Day: What Every Driver Needs to Know
As the Easter and ANZAC Day long weekends approach, Tynan Motors is reminding drivers across Australia—especially in New South Wales, Western Australia, and the ACT—to stay safe and alert on the roads. Why? Because double demerits are back.
Whether you’re heading out for a family getaway or cruising to your local beach, it’s essential to understand when these penalties apply—and how to avoid them.
🕛 Key Double Demerit Dates
Double demerits are in place across two key periods:
- Easter Long Weekend 📅 From 12:01am Thursday, April 17 ⏱ To 11:59pm Monday, April 21
- ANZAC Day Long Weekend 📅 From 12:01am Thursday, April 24 ⏱ To 11:59pm Sunday, April 27
That’s a total of nine days where traffic offences could cost you twice the usual demerit points, making it much easier to lose your license.
🚦 Which States Enforce Double Demerits?
| State or Territory | Double Demerits? |
|---|---|
| New South Wales (NSW) | ✅ Yes |
| Western Australia (WA) | ✅ Yes |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | ✅ Yes |
| Queensland | ⚠️ Yes* (see note) |
| Victoria | ❌ No |
| South Australia | ❌ No |
| Tasmania | ❌ No |
| Northern Territory | ❌ No |
🚨 Important: Double demerit rules follow your licence. For example:
- NSW licence holders driving in Victoria can still be penalised under NSW double demerit rules
- Victorian licence holders driving in NSW are penalised under Victoria’s standard rules
🚔 What Offences Attract Double Demerits?
In NSW and ACT:
- Speeding
- Using a mobile phone illegally while driving
- Not wearing a seatbelt
- Motorcycle helmet offences
👉 The ACT also applies 1 extra demerit point to all other offences.
In WA:
- Speeding
- Drink or drug driving
- Failing to wear a seatbelt or child restraint
- Using a mobile phone while driving
- Using a radar detector or evading speed cameras (up to 14 points!)
In QLD (different system):
- Double demerits apply if you commit the same offence twice within 12 months, including: Speeding by over 20km/h Mobile phone use Seatbelt or helmet offences
- Speeding by over 20km/h
- Mobile phone use
- Seatbelt or helmet offences
✅ Stay Road-Ready with Tynan Motors
At Tynan Motors, your safety is our priority. With dealerships across Wollongong, Kirrawee, and beyond—including Tynan Chery Wollongong—we’re here to help get your vehicle in top condition before you hit the road.
Whether you need a pre-holiday service check or you’re considering a new Chery with advanced safety features like lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring, our team is ready to assist.
💡 Quick Tips to Stay Safe This Holiday Season
- 📵 Keep your phone out of reach while driving
- 🛑 Stick to the speed limit
- 👨👩👧 Buckle up—everyone, every trip
- 🪖 Always wear a helmet on two wheels
- 🧭 Plan your route and allow for delays
Wishing you a safe and enjoyable Easter and ANZAC Day long weekend from all of us at Tynan Motors.
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Credit: CarExpert.com.au