Speeds lowered

New speed limits in the Mangawhai and Kaiwaka, including Hakaru, Kaiwaka West, Oneriri Road and Oruawharo Road areas, came into effect on June 13.

The speed changes are the outcome of Kaipara District Council and Northland Transportation Alliance’s (NTA) speed review, triggered by the Government’s Road to Zero national strategy.

The amendments include new speed limits for Estuary Drive and Moir Point Road in Mangawhai.

It was originally proposed that they change to 50km, but after community feedback and detailed design, these have changed to 40km, which means drivers can maintain a consistent speed while in this area.