The Mayor of Robe says the South Australian Government has failed to recognise the importance of reducing thick roadside scrub, in its draft road safety strategy.
Peter Riseley says dense scrub along country roads causes fatigue because drivers are constantly on the lookout for wildlife that could run out of the bush.
He says the strategy overlooks funding to control roadside scrub.
"We're constantly forced to concentrate for very long periods and very intense concentration which adds to driver fatigue," he said.
"Rather than these big ticket items, it's these smaller items where you can get the biggest impact on road safety for the smallest outlay.
"That's the first and initial concern that can be addressed to have the greatest effect."