The Sydney Swans has renewed its partnership with Transport for New South Wales to continue promoting road safety, following several road safety campaigns including “Get Your Hand Off It” and “Don’t Fly Blind”.
Chadi Chalhoub, Executive Director, Transport Safety at Transport for NSW, said that this year marks the 10th anniversary of the partnership with the Sydney Swans, making the renewal a significant milestone.
“We’re proud to have the women’s team now join the effort, influencing both current and future generations of road users in Sydney,” said Chalhoub.
“Road crashes have claimed the lives of 321 people in NSW so far this year (as of Wednesday, 11 December 2024), two more than at the same time last year.
“The partnership renewal with the Sydney Swans comes at a crucial time as the holiday season approaches, with increased travel as people visit family and friends. It’s also when many young drivers get the chance to log hours behind the wheel for the first time.”
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Swans players Isaac Heeney, Nick Blakey, Logan McDonald, and Cynthia Hamilton, recently led an AFL skills session for students aged 15-17, highlighting the importance of road safety leading into the holiday season.
The session blended football drills with discussions on making safe and informed choices on the road, especially during the festive season when roads are often busier.
Tom Harley, Chief Executive Officer, Sydney Swans said, as proud partners of Transport for NSW, the club is excited to continue its commitment to road safety.
“We know that our members, fans and the broader community look to us as role models, and through this partnership, we have the unique opportunity to influence safe driving behaviours across New South Wales,” Harley said.
“Together, we aim to make a lasting impact on road safety by reaching out to all generations of drivers, inspiring them to make safer choices behind the wheel.”
For more information, https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/
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