Police issue school zone reminder following targeted operation

Sign saying childrens crossing erected outside a school where children are crossing a road
Publish date: Friday, 23 February 2024, Publish time: 10:38am

ACT Policing is reminding Canberra motorists that school zones are again in force in the Territory. 

The reminder comes following a targeted operation in school zones in Tuggeranong and Gungahlin on Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 February, 2024.  

During this operation, ACT Road Policing officers issued 30 infringement notices, as well as conducting over 100 alcohol screenings and two roadside drug tests.    

Police want to remind motorists of the importance of slowing to 40km/h between 8.00am and 4.00pm around schools during the week. This reduced speed limit contributes to the safety of all students, staff, parents and other family members when moving around school precincts.    

Fines for exceeding the posted 40km/h speed limit in a school zone are greater than non-school zones. 

 

MEDIA ENQUIRIES  

POLICE MEDIA — (02) 5126 9070,  act-police-media@afp.gov.au  

Back to top ▲
Quick Exit