Community safety to be main priority this Rod Run weekend

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As seen in previous years, alcohol consumption will again be prohibited from designated public areas of the Bright CBD during the Rod Run event from 10pm on Thursday, 9 November until 7am on Monday, 13 November. 

Alpine Shire Council's Director Customer and Community Helen Havercroft said Council's main priority is always the safety of all residents and visitors. 

"Council and Victoria Police have committed to providing additional resources to enforce the restrictions and keep our community safe when admiring all of the great cars that come to town," she said.  

"The enforcement of the alcohol restrictions goes a long way in ensuring families and particularly children are safe when enjoying this exceptional event." 

Alcohol consumption in the designated public areas risks an on the spot $200 fine under Council's Community Local Law.  

Ms Havercroft said as with all events, we are working closely with the Rod Run organisers and local businesses to ensure this year’s event remains fun, family-friendly and safe for our community. 

“The event brings benefits to all of our towns as participants often stop over or visit other townships outside of Bright over the weekend,” she said.  

“Alcohol restrictions were first introduced during the Rod Run event in 2019, in response to safety concerns around vehicles and alcohol consumption.” 

Alcohol restrictions are recommended each year by the Events Risk Assessment Panel, which includes representatives from Victoria Police, Ambulance Victoria, Alpine Health, Council and other emergency services.