More than 13,000 traffic infringement notices were issued across Queensland during the September school holidays, as police targeted dangerous driving behaviour as part of Operation Yankee Spring Break.
Queensland Police say thousands of motorists were caught breaking the law during the two-week enforcement campaign, with speeding remaining one of the biggest concerns on the state’s roads.
Acting Assistant Commissioner Timothy Partrige said officers focused on dangerous driving behaviours throughout the school holiday period, with the operation aimed at improving road safety and reducing the risk of serious crashes.
Across Queensland, nearly 7,000 drivers were detected speeding during the operation. Police also recorded significant numbers of drink and drug driving offences as officers conducted roadside checks across the state.
In the local region, police issued more than 1,000 traffic infringement notices, including 306 speeding offences and 94 drink or drug driving offences during the school holiday crackdown.
The results come as students return to classrooms this week for the final school term of 2026, prompting police to remind motorists to slow down and remain alert around school zones.
Acting Assistant Commissioner Partrige thanked the majority of drivers who do the right thing, while urging all road users to continue making safe choices behind the wheel.
Police are reminding motorists to obey speed limits, avoid driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and take extra care near schools as children return to school for Term 4.
