New variable speed limits activated outside schools in Auckland and Northland

NZ Herald1NewsMonday 24 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Electronic speed signs are being switched on outside six schools along state highways in Northland and north Auckland. The variable limits will display lower speeds during peak school traffic times to improve safety for children during drop-off and pick-up periods.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 24 Nov 2025, 12:53pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 7 minutes
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Drivers to slow down to 30km/h as new school highway speed zones activated in Auckland, Northland (opens in new tab)

  2. 1News1News

    Here's where variable speed signs outside schools are switching on (opens in new tab)