TARGA Tasmania 2016

Thursday, 7 April 2016 - 11:57 am.

TARGA TASMANIA 2016

 Tasmania Police wish to remind members of the public that Targa Tasmania motorsport event will be conducted in most areas of the State between Monday 11th and Saturday 16th April 2016.

Targa Tasmania begins in the municipality of West Tamar on Monday 11thApril 2016.  A record number of competitors will are expected to participate in the 25th anniversary of the event.  Targa stages will be conducted state-wide with the final stage held in the Municipality of Kingborough, on Saturday 16th April 2016.

All Targa vehicles will proceed to Princess Wharf No.1 for a presentation ceremony after the conclusion of the final stage.

Targa is popular with spectators of all ages and Tasmania Police encourage everyone to enjoy the event, but to be mindful of the dangers that can be associated with any form of motorsport.

Given the larger scale of the event, motorists will experience some flow-on effects in associated road closures, as well as more traffic and spectator movements in their local area.

Members of the motoring public are urged to be patient, and allow more travelling time if they are likely to be affected by road closures.

Below are some tips for motorists who may be affected by some of the Targa stages, as well as spectators.

Motorists –  

  • Plan ahead so that you are not going to be delayed unnecessarily and risk being placed in a position where you may be tempted to hurry home or to your destination;
  • Increase concentration as spectators and more traffic than usual may be moving and travelling around your area. Targa officials may also be placing safety signs and barriers on or near road-related areas.

For a full list of road closures visit www.targa.com.au

 Spectators –

  • Please be aware of vehicles competing at all times i.e. avoid distractions when vehicles are in your area;
  • Stay alert and stand in a safe location;
  • Always closely supervise children;
  • Listen for approaching cars and remain alert; and
  • Obey officials – they have your safety in mind.
  • Don’t stand on the road;
  • Don’t sit too close to the road;
  • Don’t stand in front of objects which may prevent you from moving out of the way quickly, i.e. fences;
  • Don’t stand in front of or interfere with signs.