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Common Hazards Missed on Council-Owned Roads

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
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4.2M Round Top Rubber Speed Hump with Fixings

How Speeding Impacts Council Liability and Risk Exposure

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
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What Makes a Traffic Calming Device “Council-Grade”?

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
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Why Local Roads Need More Than Just Signs to Stay Safe

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
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Bulk Ordering? How to Save on Freight and Fixings

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
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How Our Free Council Site Assessments Work

When it comes to traffic safety, councils are under constant pressure to improve outcomes with limited budgets, community expectations, and ticking clocks. That’s why at Speed Humps Australia, we offer free site assessments to councils across the country. These assessments are practical, fast, and no-obligation—but
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Speed control in residential areas

Before-and-After: Visual Proof That Speed Humps Work

Talk is cheap. Data is useful. But sometimes, nothing beats a photo. When it comes to reducing speeding, improving safety, and calming traffic in strata complexes, decisions are often guided by feedback, incident reports, and resident complaints. But in this post, we’re taking a different
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