New Zealand increases speed limits, prompting memorial ceremonies and safety concerns.

New Zealanders mourn "The Future Fallen" at memorial ceremonies held by Bike Auckland and Cycling Action Network, as the government increases speed limits under the new "Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits Rule 2024". Safer speed limits have reduced deaths and serious injuries, but critics argue that increasing speed limits will result in more fatalities. Consultation on the rule closes on 11 July.

July 06, 2024
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