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Speed limits - North Region

23 February 2023

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
Empire Bay Drive, Bensville 300 metres northeast of Wards Hill Road 210 metres north of Kallaroo Road Central Coast 70 60 This speed limit change better reflects recent development and improves safety for residents and road users.
Wardell Road 120 metres north of Marom Creek Road, Meerschaum Vale 40 metres south of Lumleys Lane, Wardell Ballina 80 60 This change reduces the speed limit at this location in response to local community concerns.
New England Highway, Greta 150 metres Northwest of Oxford Street 350 metres Northwest of Oxford Street Cessnock 80 60 This speed limit change better reflects recent development and improves safety for residents and road users.
New England Highway, Branxton Wine Country Drive 570 metres northwest of Wine Country Drive Cessnock 80 60 This speed limit change better reflects recent development and improves safety for residents and road users.