Ticking the compliance box is only the beginning of government tenders in local government. The underlying driving forces are much deeper for government engineers, who are often tasked with balancing tight budgets, social pressures, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals. There is always one that does

When councils invest in traffic calming or public safety infrastructure, one of the most overlooked decisions is the choice of material. For decades, asphalt has been the default. It's familiar, used everywhere, and seemingly cost-effective. But modern rubber alternatives are quickly gaining ground across Australia's

When it comes to installing traffic calming near schools or parks, getting the location right is everything. Poor placement can backfire, creating blind spots, failing to reduce vehicle speeds, or even increasing driver frustration without improving safety. Councils, facility managers, and even P&C groups know

Not every council site needs a full-sized speed hump. Some locations call for something less aggressive but still effective. Whether it's a shared driveway, a laneway behind a community centre, or a car park next to a childcare facility, using the right traffic calming product

Council owned roads carry a unique responsibility. They are not just for traffic. They often run through parks, sports precincts, community hubs and residential zones. But here’s the issue. Despite good intentions, some safety hazards consistently slip through the cracks. Whether it’s an internal access

When a driver speeds through a council-owned car park, access road, or shared space, it’s easy to treat it as just another public nuisance. But what many councils underestimate is how deeply that one careless action can ripple through their legal exposure, insurance premiums, and

When councils invest in traffic calming infrastructure like speed humps, rumble bars, and wheel stops, they’re not just looking for a product, they’re buying reliability, compliance, and long term performance. There’s a reason the term “council grade” exists. Not all products are made equal, and

Signs are essential, but they're not enough. That's the reality that councils, property managers, and residents are starting to accept, often after an incident has occurred. Passive signage, such as "10 KM/H" or "Children at Play," might tick a compliance box, but it doesn't stop

When councils take on a multi-site traffic calming project, ordering speed humps, rumble bars, and wheel stops in bulk is often the most cost-effective route. But here’s the catch, it only works if the order is structured properly. Too often, we see councils place fragmented