Repeater speed signs

[fangq]

Had a bit of a win after approaching our local member re increased signage along a 5km stretch of road. The road in question ( about 25 kms of it ) has varying linear speed limits and carries a LOT of tourist traffic. The stretch that concerned me had the limit dropped from 100 to 80 km/h, and quickly became a happy hunting ground for law enforcement.

The reply I had back from Main Roads notes that speed signs in 8o km/h zones are generally spaced at intervals of no greater than 2 mins travel time, which equates to approx 2.7 kms between signs. Looks like someone didn't do their homework when they reduced the speed limit.i.e 5 kms between signs You can have a look see at section 5.2.6 at site (http://www.mainroads.qld.gov.au/Busi...l-devices.aspx )

I'll let the lawyers in the group debate traffic infringement legality in an area where the road signage doesn't meet recommended criteria :-)

I'm also betting that the mobile speed cameras in that area will vanish as the new data flows through the system.

I'm aware that people exceed recommended speeds for all sorts of reasons, but in my opinion, the road in question is confusing, particularly if you aren't a local.

Steve