Live to play another day!
September 10th 2015
The Motor Accident Commission and Adelaide Crows Football Club player James
Podsiadly are urging fans driving to Melbourne for the AFL Elimination Final this
Saturday to take regular breaks to ensure they get to the game safely.
James is a Motor Accident Commission Game Changer Ambassador and says
motorists should rest for 15 minutes every two hours to avoid fatigue.
“We want everyone travelling to the Elimination Final to stay alert and have a safe
journey,” James Podsiadly says.
“If you drive tired you are not only putting yourself at risk, you are putting others at
risk.
“As footballers we take pride in our preparation, we go into each game well rested
and mentally prepared – and if you’re long-distance driving, preparation is important
too. Plan ahead and share the driving task if you can.”
MAC General Manager of Road Safety Michael Cornish is also appealing to motorists
to avoid distractions and enjoy a safe footy finals experience.
“It can be tiring and tedious to drive long distances such as the Adelaide-Melbourne
route,” Michael Cornish says.
“We have just launched our ‘Mobile Distraction – it’s not a good look’ campaign where
we are asking motorists to remain focused and avoid tempting distractions like
accessing their mobile phones while driving.
“Switch off your phone and concentrate on the road ahead because one moment’s
distraction puts your safety and the safety of other road users at risk.”
The Crows will play the Western Bulldogs at the MCG on Saturday September 12 at
7.20pm AEST.
Contact:
Katrina McLachlan
Corporate Communications & Policy Manager
Phone: 08 8422 8108 Mobile: 0414 972 537
Email: [email protected]