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An operation conducted on September 13 resulted in 50 infringements, including nine Transit Lane offences.  Please think before entering a transit lane. Improper actions defeat the purpose of having the lane there in the first place. The aim is to make things easier for everyone, so please consider the consequences for all other road users if you don’t do the right thing and use the T2 lanes appropriately.

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A transit lane is a marked lane with beginning and end signs. Eligible vehicles can pass across the continuous line at any time to move in and out of the transit lane. If you need to turn left at the next intersection, you may enter the transit lane within 100 metres of that intersection to make your turn. You may also enter a transit lane to access an emergency stopping bay or if there is a need to avoid an obstruction on the road.

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The QPS acknowledges the First Nations – Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as the Traditional Owners of the lands throughout Australia, and their connection to country and community. We pay our respect to all Traditional Owners, and to their Elders past, present and emerging. We pay our respects to the First Nations’ ancestors of this land and their legacy. The foundations by these ancestors — our First Nations people — gives strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous.

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Transit lanes are becoming a major feature on many arterial routes and it’s important to understand what they are all about. Essentially, they are put in place to increase the carrying capacity and improve travel times along congested road corridors. They also encourage drivers to consider taking in passengers and reduce vehicle usage or perhaps consider taking public transport.

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There are certain obligations placed upon drivers if they wish to use a transit lane. A driver must not drive in a transit lane unless they are on a bicycle, in public transport or on a motorbike, or, if a T2 lane, have at least one other person with them or if a T3, two other people.

If you do not comply with the regulations, including trying to use a mannequin, doll or pillows wrapped in blankets to try and pretend you are carrying extra passengers you could be fined $110.  The T2 lane on Anzac Avenue Rothwell features quite heavily in complaints from the public because of some people abusing the privilege. Police have in the past and will continue to conduct enforcement in the T2 lanes.