BRISBANE, Queensland, Oct. 1 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release:

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is reminding all road users that road safety is a shared responsibility as Motorcycle Awareness Month begins in October.

Tragically, two motorcyclists have lost their lives in separate crashes in the last 24-hours, bringing the total number of motorcyclists fatalities in Queensland this year to 46.

Motorcycle riders are among the most vulnerable on our roads, alongside pedestrians, cyclists and e- mobility users. Tragically, when a crash occurs, riders are far more likely to suffer serious life changing injuries or lose their lives.

Inspector Gareth Bosley, of QPS's Road Policing and Regional Support Command ...