Operation Scoreboard

September 22, 2022 BY Lachlan Ellis

Victoria Police

We’ve got some fun facts for your Grand Final weekend, with the big match being contested by Geelong Cats v Sydney Swans

– Swans have a top speed of 88kmph

– Cats conserve energy by sleeping for an average of 13 hours a day.

So, while the Swans may have the speed, the Cats have been saving their energy so they can continue playing until they have a full squad of 300 gamers.

We’ve also got some not fun facts:

Victoria has recorded 182 lives lost on our roads so far in 2022 – that is 24 higher than 2021, and trending well above the five-year average of 166.

There has been a very concerning number of motorcyclist fatalities on our roads this year – we’re on track for a five-year high in motorcyclist deaths.

Operation scoreboard kicked off at midnight last night, and police will be on the road across the extra-long weekend.

Before you hit the road make sure you:

– leave your car at home and get public transport

– where you can take regular breaks while driving

– drive to conditions.

Remember: If you have been drinking, feeling sober is not a safe indicator of whether or not you are under the legal limit.

More on staying safe on the roads this weekend: