The Traffic Management Association of Australia (TMAA) is pleased to see our persistent advocacy for the safety of traffic controllers resonating with the Victorian government, which has now launched the impactful "We're People Too" awareness campaign. This initiative serves as a vital reminder for drivers to slow down, exercise patience, and show respect for those who work tirelessly to maintain our roads.

Our research has shown the troubling reality of physical and verbal aggression faced by roadworkers, highlighting an urgent need for increased awareness. This campaign will amplify these concerns by sharing the stories of Victorian roadworkers, reinforcing that these workers are, above all, people with families and lives beyond the work zone.

Thank you, Victoria, for taking this step to ensure every roadworker can feel safer at work. Let’s continue working towards a culture where everyone makes it home safely at the end of the day.

Read the media release here.