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1300 Australians died in road accidents last year. Northern Territory is the worst, with death statistics 4 times higher than the national average.Many deaths occurred in water, with a number of toddlers drowning in backyard pools.


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By Vladimir Dubossarsky

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1300 Australians died in road accidents last year. Northern Territory is the worst, with death statistics 4 times higher than the national average.Many deaths occurred in water, with a number of toddlers drowning in backyard pools.


The Government is calling for better safety measures like proper fencing, swimming lessons etc.


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