The usual holiday hindrances are already being felt on the Pacific Highway with large large volumes of traffic passing through the north coast.
Motorists are being urged to plan their Easter trips and allow extra time for congested conditions.
Traffic bottlenecks at Buladelah, Kempsey, Macksville and Coffs Harbour will increase travel time and police are urging drivers to be patient.
Double-demerit points apply for the entire long weekend with extra police patrols underway to target drink driving and speeding.
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