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Speed limits - North Region

16 December 2021

This is advanced notice of speed limit changes that will take effect within the next two weeks. Speed limits will not change until the new speed limit signs are installed. Please ensure that you always observe the posted speed limit signs on the road.

Road name From To Local Government Area Current speed limit km/h New speed limit km/h Reason for change
Brooms Head Road 1.6 kilometres southeast of Australia Drive, Gulmarrad 1.29 kilometres south east of Tailem Drive, Brooms Head Clarence Valley 100 80 This is a predominantly rural road with towns along its length. Previous crash history and the number of intersections and driveways have been taken into consideration. The speed limit change is expected to improve safety for residents and road users.