Easter Operation 2021 will begin at 12.01am on Thursday, April 1, 2021 and run until 11:59pm on Monday, April 5.

Double-demerit points are in force throughout the period for speeding, seatbelt, mobile phone and motorcycle helmet offences.

Acting Sergeant Gregg Hopkins from Chifley Highway Patrol said police will also be targeting other high-risk driver behaviour, including the Four Ds: drink, drug, dangerous and distracted driving.

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Sergeant Hopkins also reminded drivers to be aware of driver fatigue and take regular rest stops every two hours.

"Fatigue is a major factor [in crashes]" he said.

He said faced with long travelling distances, some drivers can tend to speed, but warned motorists police will be out in force.

He also reminded motorists to drive to conditions, and ensure everyone in the vehicle is buckled in.

"Especially your kids."

He said police often pull over cars where children aren't strapped in, or have pulled their arms out of their restraints.

"If you're in a crash, the bottom strap won't keep them restrained," he said.

Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner Karen Webb, also reminded road users to be extra careful, with NSW roads expected to be busy over the long weekend.

"With COVID19 restricting travel last Easter, we expect people to take full advantage of being able to holiday across NSW and interstate this year," said Assistant Commissioner Webb.

"We want you to enjoy our beautiful state, but please drive carefully, particularly where roads may be unfamiliar.

"At the heart of our policing is always public safety. We want all of you to arrive at your destination."

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole, said anyone travelling regionally should ensure they plan their trip well in advance and drive to the conditions.

"A large-scale clean-up and recovery operation is underway around the state, but especially in regional NSW where many major roads remain closed or effected by flood damage," he said.

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