Police will target speeding, drink and drug driving, mobile phone use and fatigue as double demerits return across NSW.

Drivers are being urged to report dangerous behaviour on the roads as police prepare for a major road safety crackdown across NSW over the King’s Birthday long weekend.

Operation King’s Birthday 2026 runs from midnight Friday until midnight Monday, with police targeting speeding, drink and drug driving, mobile phone use, fatigue and seatbelt offences.

Double demerit points will apply for speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences throughout the long weekend.

Police say 156 people have died on NSW roads so far this year, 11 more than at the same time last year.

Traffic and Highway Patrol officers will be out in force across the state, supported by general duties and specialist police.

Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander Assistant Commissioner David Driver said speeding remained the leading cause of fatal crashes.

“If a driver is travelling at 100km/h and is confronted with a sudden hazard, it could take about the length of a football field to stop,” he said.

Police say a vehicle travelling at 60km/h typically requires more than 40 metres to stop, while at 80km/h that distance can increase to more than 60 metres, depending on conditions.

Assistant Commissioner Driver said every kilometre above the speed limit increased the risk of a serious or fatal crash.

Drivers are also being reminded to allow extra travel time, take regular breaks and drive to the conditions.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police say information from the public can help identify drivers who put other road users at risk.