Central Coast Council and NSW Police Force are ramping up efforts to reduce speeding on local roads, as part of a road safety push across the region.
Speeding remains the leading contributing factor in fatal crashes on the Central Coast, with most incidents involving local drivers occurring on everyday suburban roads.
NSW Police Inspector, David Prevett, said dangerous driving behaviours continue to have serious consequences for families and communities.
“Speeding, not wearing seat belts, using a mobile phone while driving and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a choice that costs lives,” Prevett said.
“Highway Patrol officers will continue to patrol and enforce speed limits on roads across the Central Coast, but we need everyone to play their part and drive like your life depends on it, because it does.
“If people choose to speed or ignore the rules, the message is simple – stop it or cop it.”
Central Coast Mayor, Lawrie McKinna, said the campaign is focused on encouraging safer behaviour on familiar roads close to home.
“Council is working closely with NSW Police and Transport for NSW through the Local Government Road Safety Program to improve safety on Central Coast roads this May,” McKinna said.
“Most serious crashes happen on roads we use every day. Even driving a little over the speed limit gives drivers less time to react and requires more distance to stop.
“We want everyone to get where they’re going safely and make it home at the end of the day.”
The campaign reinforces that even small increases in speed can significantly impact stopping distances and reaction times, increasing the risk of serious crashes.
Residents can find more information on council road safety initiatives via Central Coast Council.
