Police officer’s from across the Ipswich District would like to remind motorists that school zones will be back in operation next week with the commencement of the 2018 school year.
Whilst travelling through school zones in your area be aware of speed limits, as these are in place to create a safer environment for our children around schools.
School zones are in force between 7am – 9am and 2pm – 4 pm, however, some school zones speed limits are in force all day, between 7am to 4pm. The speed limit is reduced to 40 km/hr and is displayed by a flashing light school zone sign.
During pick up and drop off times parking in school areas can become busy and congested. Drivers should always check their surroundings for any of the following signs:
parking limits (i.e. 15 minutes);
no stopping;
yellow line (stopping and parking is prohibited);
no parking;
loading zones; and
school crossings.
Some schools across the Ipswich
