Today marks the start of Light Rail Safety Week, which aims at promoting safe behaviour on and around the light rail network.

Canberrans are being reminded about the shared responsibility in creating a safe and reliable transport network for the community.

As part of Light Rail Safety Week, Transport Canberra has released a new near-miss video highlighting the importance of staying alert around the light rail network and onboard services.

Minister for Transport Tara Cheyne says to stay safe around light rail, follow traffic signals, signs and road markings, stay alert and avoid distractions like mobile phones and headphones.

Winning designs from students from Burgmann Anglican School, Daramalan College, Dickson College and Gungahlin College will be displayed on light rail vehicles wraps across the network during Rail Safety Week and throughout the year.

The Canberra community is invited to vote for their favourite poster design through the People’s Choice Award.

This year’s competition features 32 creative poster designs from local students, each promoting the importance of rail safety in our community.

Voting opens today and will be open for three weeks, closing at 11:59 pm on Monday 31 August.

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