Illawarra Schools Speed Zones in force

Motorists are being urged to slow down to save kids’ lives, as Illawarra school zones kick in again this morning.

Since 2019, 106 pedestrians aged 5 to 16 years have been hit by vehicles in active school zones, two kids have been killed and 38 seriously injured.

Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said there’s no excuse for speeding around schools.

With a few exceptions, School Speed Limit Zones are in force from 8am to 9:30am, and 2:30pm to 4pm on school days.