Motorists are being reminded to take it easy on country roads and avoid taking risks that could lead to a crash this Easter long weekend.
Operation Tortoise, the state's Easter long-weekend road safety operation, will start at 12.01am on Thursday 18 April 2019 and will run until 11.59am on Monday 22 April 2019.
Police will be targeting all speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and motorcycle-helmet offences.
Western Region Traffic Tactician, Inspector Ben Macfarlane, said police in the state's west would continue focusing on arterial roads, many leading to some of the major routes in and out of NSW.
"This includes feeder roads leading to major routes such as the New England, Newell, Barrier and Mitchell highways," Insp Macfarlane said.
"With Easter and Anzac Day holidays so close together this year, we will see more cars on the road, so allow extra travel time and don't let impatience push you into taking risks.
"Drive to the conditions, stick to the speed limit and get a good night's sleep before you travel."
Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott, said police will be out in force ensuring motorists obey speed limits.
"This is an exciting time of year when families get together and enjoy themselves. We want everyone to have a great time during the break.
"Often families hit the road for a holiday with the kids, so we want every motorist to take great care behind the wheel this Easter and Anzac Day and ensure they arrive safety at their destination."
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole, said it was important everyone took responsibility on the road.
"We want everyone to make it to their destination safely over the break and help us drive the road toll Toward Zero," Mr Toole said.
"If you're travelling over the next week make sure you plan ahead, get a good night's sleep, drive to the conditions, stick to the speed limit and never ever risk driving if there's a chance you could be affected by drugs or alcohol."
Double demerits will return on 12.01am Wednesday 24 April 2019 until 11.59pm on Sunday 28 April 2019 as part of Operation Go Slow during Anzac Day.
