SUNSHINE Coast police are putting the handbrake on motorists who want to engage in antisocial driving activities and have warned them that they are on notice as part of a new targeted operation.

Operation Redline has been launched to crack down on traffic offending, including excessive noise and smoke, speeding and other dangerous driving behaviour.

The highly visible operation will see enforcement activities conducted across the entire district in conjunction with community stakeholders, with a focus on known areas of concern like Mooloolaba and Maroochydore.

The operation has already seen vehicles impounded.

Police intercepted a white Toyota Hilux on October 23, where it is alleged they observed a 33-year-old Buderim man conducting a burnout on David Low Way at Diddillibah.

The man was charged with wilfully making unnecessary noise or smoke and is due to face Maroochydore Magistrates Court on November 24. The Hilux was also impounded.

On October 31, a black Holden Commodore was observed conducting burnouts on Kronk Court in Bli Bli.

Following subsequent investigations, a 55-year-old Bli Bli man was issued a Traffic Infringement Notice (TIN) for wilfully start or drive vehicle in a way that makes unnecessary noise or smoke, and was fined $552. The Holden was also impounded.

Sunshine Coast Support Services Acting Inspector Jonathan McBride said this type of reckless driving places all road users at risk and will not be tolerated.

“Members of the public who engage in this type of dangerous driving behaviour can expect a target on their back during Operation Redline,” he said.

“We are committed to enhancing community safety and protecting the lifestyle we enjoy on the beautiful Sunshine Coast,” Inspector Jonathan McBride said.

“Police are also urging residents to capture video of what you are seeing and hearing in your neighbourhood to help us identify offenders and target resources to areas of concern.”

Report dangerous or suspicious activity

Queensland residents are encouraged to report dangerous driving behaviour directly to 13HOON (134 666) or Policelink (131 444). The information you provide is relayed to police for further investigation and allows officers to locate hotspots and take action to prevent it from recurring.

You can also report online and upload photos and videos here.

Road safety 101

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads. Every choice you make behind the wheel matters. Driving under the influence, speeding, driving distracted or while fatigued, or not wearing a seatbelt puts your life – and the lives of others – at serious risk. These dangerous behaviours will not be tolerated.

Queenslanders can expect police – anywhere, anytime.

Road safety starts with you.

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