We are taking a new approach to speed management in New Zealand. Our aim is to have a consistent and evidenced-based approach that is supported by community engagement and better conversations on road risk. We have developed resources and tools to support this new process, and to support RCAs. New materials will be added as they are developed.
The Speed Management Guide
A national framework that helps RCAs make informed, accurate and consistent speed management decisions in their communities:
Better Conversations on Road Risk message bank
This is how we talk about road risk and is for anyone who wants to contribute to a better conversation on road risk in New Zealand:
Engagement Handbook
Supports the Speed Management Guide and helps RCAs successfully implement speed management initiatives, by providing tips and resources for engaging with stakeholders, community and the media:
Engagement resources
Resources that help RCAs engage with their communities and learn from each other's successes:
- Key insights about New Zealanders’ views on speed and road risk
- Making our roads safer poster
- Not All Roads Are Created Equal speed management webinar
Consultation resources
The following tools and resources are available to assist with your formal consultation process:
- Engagement and consultation process flowchart RCA
- Exemplar consultation letter and checklist
- RCA written consultation prompts
Speed in the community
Resources for members of the public who want to know more about how speed is managed in their communities, and how they can have their say:
- Safer journeys for schools– a guide to help communities improve road safety around schools