'Terrifying' roadside assistance ordeal sparks national change
Comedian Laura Johnston's distressing roadside assistance incident led to national changes in identification protocols for roadside contractors. The NRMA confirmed an ID code system will roll out in weeks after over 27,000 people signed Johnston's petition. Other organizations, including RACQ, have also strengthened their identification processes following her viral campaign.
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Published 06 Jul 2026, 05:51 UTC · Updated 06 Jul 2026, 06:00 UTC
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