Queensland motorists who speed in school zones and at roadworks are being put on notice, with new speed camera technology to target drivers from next month.
The new speed camera technology will be installed in specially designed, stationary school zone signs.abc.net.au/news/new-speed-cameras-in-qld-school-zones-and-roadworks/101351344New speed camera technology is being deployed across Queensland school zones and roadworks to target lead-footed motorists.
"I'm pleased to announce that new cameras will target speeding drivers in both school and roadworks zones to keep Queensland kids and workers safe," he said. "We asked the contractor to design and build the solar-powered roadworks speed cameras to sit on top of a mobile platform to allow for manoeuvrability around a work site," he said.
Speeding is one of the leading causes of fatalities and serious injuries on Queensland roads, with 74 deaths and thousands of injuries in 2021 involving speed.Peak motoring and traffic bodies welcome pilot
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