By LYNN ELDER and EMMA OLIVER
The Mansfield Highway Patrol was out in force last Saturday in the heart of Merrijig as part of the Early Bird operation.
Running from 6am to early afternoon, police were urging drivers to the snow to slow down and get there safely.
Officer in charge Sgt Paul Barker said it had been a busy morning for the five uniform members based outside the CFA building.
"Up to midday ...
