Home News Startling statistics: seatbelt non-compliance on the rise Seatbelt noncompliance is increasing across the region, raising concern among authorities. Photos: Zoe Askew News Startling statistics: seatbelt non-compliance on the rise By Zoe Askew 07/11/2023 FacebookXEmail Police have expressed mounting concern about seatbelt non-compliance as authorities record a concerning spike in motorists failing to buckle up. […] Let's Stay Connected There’s no better way to stay connected with your local community than with a digital subscription to the Gippsland Times. Please subscribe or login to access all content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password Latest News Zoe Blandford’s skills an asset for Meerlieu brigade 20/05/2026 After moving home to her local town of Meerlieu, just two kilometres from the fire shed, Zoe Blandford jumped at the opportunity to volunteer... Big returns for the Gippsland Lakes’ small birds 20/05/2026 Frank conversations about women’s health at Mewburn Park, Maffra 20/05/2026 Wear orange today for the SES 20/05/2026 Farrer shows voters not happy: Greg Hansford 20/05/2026