'Zero tolerance' in crackdown on drug, drink driving
Queensland's government introduced harsher penalties for drug and drink driving on Monday. Attorney General Deb Frecklington emphasized a zero tolerance approach, stating the maximum imprisonment for fatal offenses increases from 16 to 25 years. The reforms come as Queensland anticipates 150 road crash deaths in 2026, reflecting a need for stricter laws amid rising drug driving incidents.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 09:02 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 09:10 UTC
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