Martinborough speed limit review stalled following fatal crash
Friday 14 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
A fatal accident occurred on Puruatanga Rd in Martinborough on Thursday, resulting in one death and three injuries. The road is part of a group of locations where speed reductions have been proposed. Local councillors previously warned that delays to these safety changes could affect community safety.
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