There’s no excuse for speeding around two busy education precincts after flashing signs were installed to warn motorists.
The 40km/h signs were erected near Chancellor State College on Sippy Downs Drive at Sippy Downs, and on Peter Crosby Way outside the Palmview school precinct, which includes a high school, primary school and special school.
Member for Buderim Brent Mickelberg said he was happy to see the signs installed after years of advocacy.
“It’s better late than never,” he said.
“I had approached the former Main Roads Minister on many occasions to have these signs installed. The safety of our children should be top priority.
“Our community continues to grow rapidly and with that comes the need to improve road safety around our local schools.
“There were almost 10,000 drivers caught speeding in Queensland school zones last year up to September. That’s a scary number when we’re talking about the lives of children.”
Data supplied by Mr Mickelberg’s office said that 36,507 Queensland drivers were fined for speeding in school zones between 2021 and September last year.
Sunshine Coast Council Division 6 Councillor Christian Dickson said he had received many requests from locals to improve traffic safety.
“Residents have asked for improved visibility and better enforcement of the 40km/h school zone along Peter Crosby Way,” he said.
“There is a large desire to see vehicle speeds reduced to improve safety around our school precincts, and these signs will greatly assist.”
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