The speed limit changes we are proposing are based on local road risk profiles and community feedback.
In our urban areas and coastal villages of Ngunguru, Tūtūkākā, Hikurangi, Matapōuri, and Ōakura, speed limits are proposed to be changed to 30km/h and 40km/h to make a safe environment for pedestrians and cyclists.
We are proposing to lower the speeds on all rural roads in the Tūtūkākā Coast area to better reflect the road conditions and surrounding environment. On many roads, drivers are already travelling at these lower speeds.
Some roads are proposed to be 60km/h, while others are 80km/h. Individual speed limits are based on the risk profiles of each road.
We are also focusing on speeds around six schools in the area. These roads have been assessed as a high priority because children are particularly vulnerable road users.
Currently, lower speed limits are focused around small areas directly outside the school gate. We are looking to extend the area of these speed limits to focus on children's journey to and from school taking an area-wide approach, using a mix of 30km/h and 60km/h speed limits to keep children safe when travelling to and from school.