Hello, Welcome to the April Newsletter. This is Easter month. Which means a holiday break for many. A vacation, no matter how short usually means people hit the highways, and rush for a break.So, whether you are a holiday maker, or simply a pedestrian, take care. Driving long distances always means fatigue. Grab a sleep before heading off. Take regular breaks en route. Share driving as much as possible. If you can, plan not to drive into the sun which is tough on eyes and visibility. Long term sunshine leads to cataracts and poor vision. Make sure windscreens are clean, tyres in good condition, and car not overloaded. Check kids in the back belt up too.

Driving can become hypnotic hour after hour, specially on straight roads. Take bottles of water. Nobody owns the roads, we all do. Think of the other person, and show some courtesy. Most road accidents are due to speeding, rudeness, inattention and often alcohol. Don’t cross double lines or try and pass on bends. Many do.

When walking, use your eyes before crossing roads. Zebra crossings are not entirely safe, neither are safety zones in the middle of roads. Standing on median strips is crazy. The old fashioned advice Stop Look Listen is still very relevant, and could save your life. Wet roads and pathways are invariably slippery, so take care.

Pay us a visit at “Vimiera Village”, Sydney’s newest lifestyle resort for the retired, at 217 Vimiera Road, Eastwood. Talk to David or Robyn on 9868 7544. I am often there also. By the way, catch our programme on Radio 2UE 7-9 pm Sundays.