Calls to name our bad roads

RACQ has called on motorists across the Darling Downs to identify the worst roads in their region.

Information about the dodgy roads will inform the club’s 2020 Unroadworthy Roads Survey.

RACQ spokeswoman Lauren Ritchie said the survey was now open to the public and encouraged all motorists to call out roads in poor condition and in need of an upgrade.

“Whether it’s a road riddled with potholes, with poor signing, prone to flooding or those that are too narrow or hazardous, we want motorists to have their say so we can advocate for a fix,” she said.

“Every driver is familiar with the frustrating and troublesome locations in their area and it’s that local knowledge which will help us get those roads upgraded.

“In our previous survey, more than 1600 responses nominated more than 600 substandard roads across Queensland.”

The Bruce Highway was rated Queensland’s most unroadworthy road in 2019.

The survey found a several hot spots along the 1600km route, from congestion in the south east, to flooding risks and rough surfaces.

“It’s clear drivers want it fixed,” Ms Ritchie said.

The Warrego, New England and D’Aguilar Highways also featured prominently in the club’s 2019 survey.

“RACQ used the information from the survey to lobby for additional and accelerated improvements to be completed as part of the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program,”

Ms Ritchie said.

Results from the 2020 survey would be used to help identify further improvements and ensure local, state and federal governments took action.

“By taking part you can point out current road issues and we can highlight these to our politicians so they can look to allocate funding to improve the condition of these roads and make them safer,” Ms

Ritchie said.

“The survey ends at midnight November 3 and fully digital with a Google Maps pinpoint function to locate those troublesome spots, accessible from any device.

Participants can also go into the draw to win one of two $250 EFTPOS gift cards.”