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RACQ car helps Ayr teen get licence

An RACQ vehicle donated to Ayr State High School has been the key to success for Indigenous student Denaya Carney, who used the car to complete her 100 hours of driving experience and pass her driver licence test.

Hundreds caught with mobile phones on first day of roll out

RACQ has expressed serious concern after 417 drivers were caught on their mobile phones or not wearing a seatbelt by covert cameras on their first day of operation in Queensland.

RACQ Bank enhancements offer more for members

RACQ Bank members may have recently noticed a number of improvements to their banking services and products, including faster bank transfers.

The evolution of RACQ’s corporate governance

It has been nearly 50 years since RACQ’s constitution introduced some of the ways members elect the Club’s directors, but in the lead up to the 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM), members will hear more about upcoming changes to RACQ’s corporate governance and how it will benefit them.

RACQ still here to help during lockdown

RACQ has assured its members critical services would remain available as 11 local government areas entered a three-day lockdown to try to stop the spread of COVID-19.

RACQ infrastructure wishlist ahead for Brisbane to reach Olympic gold

With Brisbane confirmed as host of the 2032 Olympic Games, RACQ urged State, Council and Federal leaders to work together to ensure not only a successful event, but that Queensland would be left with world class legacy infrastructure.

What you need to do now for next tax time: RACQ

As many Queenslanders were finalising their 2021 tax return, RACQ Bank has encouraged them to take the time now to get organised for next year’s return to save a potential headache in the future.

New distraction laws as mobile phone cameras rollout

Queenslanders have been warned mobile phone and seatbelt enforcement cameras would go live this month across the State as police rolled out new tactics to stem the loss of lives on our roads.

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New mobile phone laws and cameras launched in Qld

RACQ has warned motorists new laws to prevent drivers being distracted by their mobile phones would come into force on Monday, accompanying the roll-out of new seatbelt detection and distraction cameras to improve road safety across Queensland.

New sponsorship to support north Queensland students

RACQ has encouraged local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in north Queensland to apply for its new local scholarship program, which would see the Club fund 10 TAFE course places, worth $50,000.

Major road closures in Brisbane this weekend

Drivers have been warned to expect major road closures and traffic delays in Brisbane this weekend as 6,000 cyclists took to the streets for the Tour de Brisbane charity bike ride.

Triple whammy puts fuel at all-time record high

Records in Brisbane and the Gold Coast have tumbled as the average cost of fuel hit more than 173 cents per litre (cpl), prompting RACQ to urge drivers to avoid the bowser.

Mandatory number plate labels for electric and hydrogen vehicle owners by October

RACQ has warned drivers of electric, hybrid and hydrogen vehicles to ensure they had the correct label displayed on their vehicle’s number plate, with grace period due to end.

Queenslanders fall victim to scams: RACQ Bank

RACQ Bank has issued a warning about the rise in financially damaging scams, as its new research revealed more than 62 percent of Queenslanders surveyed had been personally targeted or knew someone who had been targeted by scammers.

Be aware of 1 July cost increases: RACQ

The State’s peak motoring body has warned drivers of a raft of increases to transport costs in Queensland that came into effect from the start of the new financial year.

RACQ still here to help during lockdown

RACQ has assured its members critical services would remain available as 13 local government areas entered a three-day lockdown to try to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Changed traffic conditions for State of Origin clash in Brisbane

Motorists in Brisbane have been warned to expect major road closures on Sunday (27 June) as Queensland takes on New South Wales in the State of Origin.

Holiday warning as 1700 drivers fail to restrain kids

RACQ has revealed thousands of drivers had risked the lives of children by failing to properly restrain them, prompting an urgent safety warning in the lead up to school holidays.

RACQ submission outlines Club's wishes for Reinsurance Pool

RACQ has continued its commitment to north Queensland members, tendering a submission to Treasury on the design of the Federal Government’s northern Australia reinsurance pool.

Queenslanders saving this year’s tax refund

As tax time approached, new RACQ Bank research has revealed Queenslanders have made the call to put potential tax returns towards savings or paying down debt, after an uncertain 12 months economically.

RACQ Bank says NO to cyberbullying

RACQ Bank has encouraged its members to make their online safety a top priority, at the same time announcing the Bank had implemented measures to prevent online bullying and harassment.

New charging stations to drive Queensland's EV market: RACQ

The State’s peak motoring body has welcomed the expansion of Queensland’s Electric Vehicle Super Highway (QESH) to inland areas, enabling drivers to confidently explore more of the State’s regions.

Brisbane City Council Budget delivers on infrastructure improvements

RACQ was pleased Brisbane City Council had announced in today’s Budget it would invest $3.6 billion over the next three years to improve infrastructure across the River City.

Drivers warned of full Riverside Expressway closure

RACQ has warned drivers of changed road conditions this weekend when Brisbane’s busy Riverside Expressway closed for three nights while major construction works took place on the Queen’s Wharf development.

State Budget's transport winners and losers: RACQ

RACQ has welcomed the State Government’s $27.5 billion investment in roads and transport infrastructure over the next four years, announced in today’s Budget.

How to get to RACQ MotorFest

Motoring enthusiasts heading to RACQ MotorFest this Sunday have been urged to plan their trip ahead of time with this year’s event held at a new location.

Survey to pinpoint urgent upgrades for the Bruce

RACQ has urged motorists to have their say on upgrades to Queensland’s longest route, to help inform funding priorities for the Bruce Highway.

Brisbane fuel most expensive in the country

RACQ has revealed Brisbane was the most expensive capital city in Australia to fill up the tank in May after the average cost of petrol soared to a new 16-month high.

Budget must stem congestion, hike public transport lull

RACQ has urged the Palaszczuk Government to deliver congestion-busting infrastructure projects and prioritise public transport in the upcoming State Budget with new data confirming Greater Brisbane traffic is worse in some areas than pre-COVID levels.

RACQ Bank issues urgent scam warning, as online fraudsters take millions

RACQ Bank has urged Queenslanders to be aware of online scammers, after new data from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) revealed Australians lost more than $851 million to scammers in 2020 as more people moved online due to COVID-19.

Countdown on to catch Queensland's driverless bus

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