A new Police speed zone crackdown for Victoria

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But with a twist!

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/vic...-1225909847862

Originally Posted by Herald Sun

ANNOYING roadworks speed zones in force where workers have knocked off will be axed under a State Government clampdown.

Roads Minister Tim Pallas said motorists were frustrated when signs were left up despite roadworkers having finished for the day.

“We expect drivers to do the right thing when travelling through work zones, but it is just as important that contractors adjust or remove their speed limit signs in a timely manner,” Mr Pallas said.

Under new guidelines to come into force on September 1, roadworks speed limits can be no more than 20km/h below the normal limit, barring exceptional circumstances.

Contractors who fail to comply will be banned from government work.

RACV public policy manager Brian Negus said the organisation had been inundated with complaints from members about roadworks speed zones.

“The past record of VicRoads in these matters has not always been 100 per cent and monitoring from VicRoads has been inadequate,” said Mr Negus.

“This plan requires thorough monitoring and quick action from VicRoads to follow through on implementing these changes to ensure safer conditions for road users and an easing of the frustrations they face when travelling on Victorian roads.”

Australian Workers’ Union Victorian secretary Cesar Melhem said more respect for speed limits would mean a safer workplace.

“We hear stories from our members every day of incidents and near-misses that could, and sometimes do have serious consequences,” Mr Melhem said.

Motorists who see inappropriate speed zones have been asked to report them to VicRoads on 131170.

Oh my god they're doing something FOR motorists and making life easier.

Love the " roadworks speed limits can be no more than 20km/h below the normal limit, barring exceptional circumstances." bit.

Exceptional.