Heffron Park in Maroubra will welcome volunteers for free community planting sessions as part of National Tree Day, giving locals the chance to help grow native habitat while contributing to one of Australia’s biggest environmental initiatives.
National Tree Day takes place on Sunday 26 July, with two sessions running from 8:30am to 10am and 10:30am to 12pm. Places are free but bookings are required via Humanitix.
Australia’s biggest community tree planting event
Planet Ark started National Tree Day in 1996 as a single annual occasion for Australians to plant trees and connect with their local environment. It has since become Australia’s largest community tree-planting and nature care event, drawing around 300,000 volunteers each year.
This year, National Tree Day falls on Sunday 26 July — the last Sunday of the month — while Schools Tree Day is on Friday 24 July.
Planting for a greener heffron park
Volunteers at Heffron Park will plant trees and groundcovers as part of a wider effort to increase native and indigenous vegetation across the Randwick area.
Photo Credit: Humanitix
The morning is hands-on and social — no experience needed, and all ages are welcome.
The 44-hectare park on Fitzgerald Avenue is one of the largest open spaces in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, and adding native planting to its grounds contributes to habitat for local wildlife as well as shade, stormwater management and community amenity for Maroubra residents.
What to bring
Wear sturdy shoes, a hat, long sleeves and long pants. Bring your own gloves and a water bottle. All planting materials are provided.
Photos and videos may be taken at the event for community communications purposes. Attendees who prefer not to be photographed can request this on arrival.
Coming back in September
A Father’s Day planting celebration follows on Sunday 6 September 2026, also at Heffron Park. Bookings for that event are available here.
Both events are part of the Plant With Us series. More planting opportunities across the Randwick area can be found be through this link.
Des Renford Leisure Centre at the corner of Robey Street and Jersey Road in Maroubra is getting a purpose-built reformer Pilates studio, with a $1.2 million investment set to deliver a 13-bed studio within the centre’s ground-level atrium.
The new Pilates studio will be constructed within the existing ground-floor atrium space at DRLC, with classes available through an all-inclusive DRLC membership or on a casual booking basis. The project was formally approved in early 2025, with construction beginning later that year. The 2026 announcement confirms the studio is coming to fruition, adding a dedicated reformer space to a leisure centre that already runs group fitness classes including yoga, Pilates mat sessions and Les Mills programmes across its existing studios.
For eastern suburbs residents who have been making their way to private studios in Randwick, Coogee or further afield to access reformer Pilates, the addition at DRLC puts a high-quality option inside one of the area’s most accessible and well-priced public leisure facilities.
What Reformer Pilates Is and Why It Has Grown So Fast
Reformer Pilates uses a sliding carriage machine fitted with springs and straps to create resistance and support during movement. Unlike mat Pilates, the reformer allows for a much wider range of exercises targeting strength, flexibility, balance and posture simultaneously, all within a low-impact format that suits people recovering from injury, older residents, pregnant women and serious athletes alike. Classes typically run for 45 to 50 minutes and are led by an instructor in small groups.
The format has become one of the fastest-growing fitness trends in Sydney over the past three years, driven by strong word of mouth, a surge in private studio openings across the eastern suburbs and growing awareness of its rehabilitation and preventive health benefits. Locals are flocking to private studios like KX Pilates and Platinum, and with CorePlus Randwick about to open its doors, it’s clear the area’s appetite for reformer shows no sign of slowing down. The arrival of a reformer studio at DRLC brings the option into the public leisure centre setting, where membership prices and no lock-in contracts make it accessible to a much broader cross-section of the community than private studio pricing typically allows.
DRLC’s Growing Suite of Facilities
Des Renford Leisure Centre has been expanding its amenity steadily in recent years. The splash park that opened in October 2023 added a family-focused outdoor water play space to a precinct that already includes three heated indoor and outdoor pools, one of Australia’s largest swim schools, a fully equipped upstairs gym with panoramic views, group fitness studios and an on-site crèche. The reformer Pilates studio continues that trajectory, bringing a genuinely in-demand fitness format into the centre’s programme for the first time.
DRLC currently offers Pilates classes through its group fitness timetable, but those sessions are mat-based. A dedicated 13-bed reformer studio is a significantly different offering, allowing for structured small-group reformer sessions that are currently only available at private studios in the area at considerably higher price points.
Why This Matters to the Maroubra Community
For Maroubra residents, the reformer Pilates studio at DRLC closes a gap that has sent locals elsewhere for a fitness modality that is now mainstream rather than niche. The eastern suburbs Pilates market is busy and well-served by private studios, but access is heavily influenced by cost. A session at a private reformer studio in the eastern suburbs typically runs between $30 and $45 casually, or around $25 to $35 per class on a membership. DRLC’s all-inclusive membership model and no lock-in contracts bring reformer access to a price point that makes it viable for families, older residents, students and anyone else who wants to take it up without a significant financial commitment.
The ground-level atrium location also means the studio will be easily accessible from the centre’s main entry, removing any barrier around navigating a large facility to reach a new space.
For more information on the upcoming reformer Pilates studio or DRLC memberships and casual access options, visit randwick.nsw.gov.au/drlc or call the centre on (02) 9090 3630. DRLC is located at the corner of Robey Street and Jersey Road, Maroubra.
A life-size bronze statue of South Sydney Rabbitohs winger Alex Johnston now stands outside the Rabbitohs’ training centre at Heffron Park in Maroubra, unveiled on Monday 16 March after Johnston became the greatest try-scorer in NRLpremiership history just three days earlier.
Johnston crossed for his 213th NRL try in the first minute of the second half against the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium, edging past Ken Irvine’s record that had stood for more than half a century. The try came from a brilliant set-up by Latrell Mitchell, with Johnston sprinting away from 40 metres to finish an 80-metre team movement that drew thousands of fans onto the field in celebration, a moment that the NRL had explicitly asked supporters not to create, but which produced one of the competition’s most extraordinary scenes regardless.
Three days later, Johnston stood in front of his bronze likeness at Heffron Park, surrounded by teammates, club officials, family and a delegation from the Randwick community, with local Bidjigal and Gweagal Elder Aunty Barbara Simms-Keeley welcoming the crowd to Country before the statue was officially unveiled. The statue, which depicts Johnston running with ball in hand, was created by artist John Cabellon and commissioned by club donor Danny Taibel.
A Record Years in the Making
The statue had been completed three years ago in Thailand and had been waiting for its unveiling as Johnston steadily closed in on the record. It will be the first statue in South Sydney Rabbitohs history.
Johnston’s path to the record is inseparable from Maroubra and the broader Randwick community. He is a South Sydney junior who grew up playing for the La Perouse United jersey, attended and graduated as dux from Endeavour Sports High School, and has remained a one-club player since making his NRL debut for the Rabbitohs on Anzac Day in 2014. His 213 premiership tries have all been scored in cardinal and myrtle, making the placement of the statue at Heffron Park a fitting permanence for a career that has never wandered from its roots.
Johnston is a proud Koedal Klan Saibai man of Torres Strait Islander and Papua New Guinean heritage, and celebrations of his record extended well beyond Sydney, with jubilant scenes reported throughout Papua New Guinea as the country’s rugby league community joined in marking the achievement. PNG Prime Minister James Marape joined Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in formally congratulating Johnston, and plans are underway to honour him when he returns to PNG later this year.
What the Moment Meant
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo described Irvine’s record as one that many had considered untouchable, given that it had stood for more than half a century, and said Johnston’s achievement made him one of the finest finishers the game had ever seen.
Johnston himself took the weight of the occasion in stride. He described the past few days as pretty crazy and called the statue the cherry on top of his celebrations, before joking that it would give the local wildlife the opportunity to have their say on his performances.
Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly credited Taibel for the statue’s existence, noting that Taibel never doubted Johnston would break the record and ensured the design, build and transportation were completed before the record was actually broken. Solly described it as a lasting tribute located in a sporting precinct that draws a million visitors a year, and expressed hope it would inspire the young athletes who train and play at Heffron.
Why This Matters to the Maroubra Community
Heffron Park is Maroubra’s sporting heartland. The precinct draws junior and senior athletes from across the eastern suburbs week after week, and the Rabbitohs’ move to the site has made it one of the most visited sporting facilities in the Randwick area. A permanent bronze statue at the entrance to the Rabbitohs’ centre of excellence gives the park a landmark that connects its daily visitors to one of rugby league’s greatest individual achievements.
For the Maroubra community, Johnston’s story is also a deeply local one. He grew up playing football in the streets and parks of the area, attended school in the eastern suburbs and has built his career in the community that shaped him. The statue at Heffron Park is not simply a monument to a sporting record. It is a marker of what the eastern suburbs, and Maroubra specifically, can produce when a young person grows up with the right environment around them.
The statue stands permanently outside the Rabbitohs’ training centre at the Heffron Centre, Heffron Park, Maroubra, and is accessible to visitors to the precinct.
The Coogee Randwick Wombats, a grassroots rugby league club from Marcellin Fields in Maroubra, reached the grand final of the Vegas 9s tournament in Las Vegas on Saturday 28 February 2026, falling 30-14 to the Titans of Coal in the decider.
The result capped a massive shift for the Maroubra boys, who fought through six matches in 48 hours, toppling five different opponents to earn their spot in the big dance.
What Is the Vegas 9s
The Vegas 9s is an open-registration nines rugby league tournament held in Las Vegas prior to the United States national team games and the main event at Allegiant Stadium. Teams from across the world compete across two days at New Silver Bowl Park, with the tournament designed to grow rugby league’s footprint in North America while giving community clubs access to an international stage.
The Coogee Randwick Wombats entered the 2026 tournament as part of their annual end-of-season trip, travelling from Sydney with 21 players after a vote in the squad’s group chat produced a unanimous preference for Las Vegas. Manager Geoff Tunks said the club had made previous trips to America, Canada and Thailand, and that preparation at training had been strong in the lead-up, with more than 30 players attending Wednesday night sessions.
Day One: Solid Foundation
The Wombats entered the tournament placed in a pool alongside the Brooklyn Kings, Atlanta Copperheads and Riverton Seagulls. Their opening game against the Brooklyn Kings produced a narrow 12-8 defeat, with Luke Hennessy and Lycolan Bakri crossing for tries. The squad responded immediately in game two, running over the Atlanta Copperheads 30-18, with Hennessy and Bakri again scoring alongside Jake Roberts, Jake Tobin and Tyrell Mayfield. A 30-6 win over the Riverton Seagulls to close out the pool stage gave the Wombats a favourable seeding heading into the finals.
Day Two: All the Way to the Final
Day two began with a 30-10 dismissal of the Toronto Saints, before the Wombats advanced to the final four with a tense 24-22 victory over the Rabbitahz. That semifinal win set up a rematch with the Brooklyn Kings, who had beaten them on day one. The result was reversed, with the Wombats winning 18-8 to book their place in the grand final.
Their opponents in the decider were the Titans of Coal, who had dominated the pool stage with wins of 50-0, 48-0 and 32-4. While the Titans of Coal ultimately took the chocolates with a 30-14 victory, the Wombats’ clinical run to the final exceeded all expectations. For a club making its maiden voyage to the Vegas stage, coming home with the silver medal is a massive result for the Souths Juniors nursery.
The Wombats travelled with an 18-man playing squad plus two injured players. Captain Harrison Marsh led the side, with coach Anthony Marsh directing from the bench. The squad included Harrison Marsh, Luke Hennessy, Pat Rabbitt, Colan Bakri, Jack Hassanein, Joshua Chan, Cash Adams, Jono Bong, Eden Potter, Mikey Mitsias, Robbie Hunt, Jake Roberts, Costa Sanidas, Corey Stevens, Jake Tobin, Zach Kambos, Tahi Sue, Nathan Vigilante, Tyrell Mayfield and Tyler Melville. Officials were coach Anthony Marsh, managers Geoff Tunks and Nicole Tobin, and trainers Scott Bramham and Matt O’Shea. Lachlan Rabbitt played for Boston across the tournament weekend.
Eden Potter, aged 20 and returning from more than 12 months on the sideline following a knee injury, was one of the squad’s standout stories. Tunks said Potter had come back fitter than before and had been eager to prove himself throughout the campaign.
The Maroubra club was not the only local connection at the Vegas weekend. Former Wombats junior and current New South Wales State of Origin and international player Jess Sergis appeared for the LA Roosters, while Ethan O’Neill featured for Leeds in the Super League clash at Allegiant Stadium.
Why This Achievement Matters for Maroubra
The Coogee Randwick Wombats are a community club in the truest sense. They train and play at Marcellin Fields in Maroubra, draw their playing roster from the local area, and rely on volunteers, families and local sponsors including Julian Fadini Property 360, Command 51 Cleaning and Grounds, Mellick Wealth Management, NG Farah Real Estate and The Bay Hotel and Diner.
For a club of this size and resource base to field a competitive squad at an international tournament and reach the grand final demonstrates the depth of talent and commitment that exists within the Maroubra and Coogee rugby league community. The achievement gives local junior players a visible example of the pathway available through the Wombats and demonstrates what the club’s culture of commitment and community can produce at the highest level it has yet attempted.
The club has already signalled its intention to return for the 2027 Vegas 9s, giving this year’s campaign a lasting legacy beyond the result itself.
Free car parking at Maroubra and other eastern beaches is under threat following a proposal to introduce paid visitor parking across seven of Sydney’s most popular eastern beaches, with community feedback open until 5pm on 15 April 2026.
While Maroubra currently stands as Sydney’s best-value beach destination, offering three free car parks including one at Mahon Pool, that advantage may not last. A formal proposal to charge visitors for beach parking across the Randwick area has sparked a public debate about who should fund the $23.5 million annual cost of maintaining the beaches that millions of Sydneysiders enjoy each summer.
Maroubra: Sydney’s Free Parking Champion
Maroubra currently offers the best beach parking deal in Sydney’s eastern suburbs by a wide margin. Three free car parks serve the beach and its surrounds. These sit adjacent to the main beach at Jack Vanny Reserve on the northern headland near Mahon Pool and at South Maroubra Beach. Free street parking also remains available along Maroubra Parade with a four hour limit while surrounding side streets carry no time restrictions.
Maroubra Parade offers free parking with a four-hour limit, side streets are free with no time limit, and free public car parks sit next to the main beach, at Jack Vanny Reserve slightly further north, and at South Maroubra Beach. That combination makes Maroubra the easiest beach in the eastern suburbs to visit by car without opening a wallet.
The beach itself adds to the value. Maroubra is an official National Surfing Reserve with a spectacular one-kilometre stretch of sand wrapped by rocky headland, natural bushland and expansive green parks with barbecue facilities, a shaded kids’ playground, a skate park and a free outdoor gym. At the southern end, the Eastern Beaches Coastal Walkway connects through Malabar Headland National Park to Malabar Beach.
Other Free Options in the Randwick Area
Maroubra is not the only free option for eastern suburbs beachgoers. Clovelly Beach has one free car park that also services Gordon’s Bay, though it fills quickly on warm days. Malabar, Little Bay and La Perouse all currently offer free parking. Meanwhile, Coogee Beach Parking and Coogee Parking Oval charge $5.50 per hour, though free parking is available along Arden Street and surrounding streets.
Clovelly Beach. Photo Credit: Google Maps
Further afield, Tamarama, Brighton-Le-Sands, Ramsgate, Kurnell and North Cronulla Beach all offer free parking, as does the area surrounding Cronulla more broadly.
The Northern Beaches Premium
The second most expensive beach parking in Sydney sits across the Northern Beaches, where $10 per hour applies at Manly, Freshwater, Curl Curl, North Curl Curl, Dee Why, Collaroy, Narrabeen, Mona Vale, Newport, Avalon and Palm Beach. At Balmoral Beach in Mosman, the rate sits at $8 per hour along the foreshore.
The rationale across all paid parking zones is consistent: high visitor demand, limited spaces, and the cost of maintaining foreshore infrastructure. At Coogee, 1,781 parking spaces record an average 88 per cent occupancy on summer weekends, with approximately 4,700 vehicles per day staying for an average of 203 minutes each.
Why Maroubra’s Free Parking May Not Last
Randwick City’s free beach parking could soon be history at seven popular spots including Maroubra, Clovelly, Malabar, Little Bay, La Perouse and Yarra Bay, with a community consultation period running from 4 March 2026 as part of a proposal to introduce paid visitor parking. Under the proposal, local residents would be exempt through a free annual permit system, but visitors would pay. Rates have not yet been set, though comparable Sydney beaches currently charge between $7 and $11 per hour. If approved, paid parking could be introduced in late 2026 or into 2027.
Photo Credit: Sam Ruttyn
The rationale behind the proposal is financial. Maintaining Randwick’s beaches costs approximately $23.5 million per year, covering lifeguard services, beach cleaning, rubbish collection, coastal walkways, toilet facilities and surf club support. Up to 84 per cent of beach visitors in summer come from outside the Randwick area, yet local ratepayers currently fund the entire cost.
Why This Matters for Maroubra Residents
For Maroubra residents, free beach parking is both a practical daily convenience and a point of genuine local pride. The suburb’s parking advantage over neighbouring Coogee and Bondi attracts beachgoers from across the city, supporting local cafes, restaurants and businesses along Marine Parade and McKeon Street. If paid parking is introduced following the consultation, the resident permit exemption means locals would retain free access — but the broader accessibility that has made Maroubra a popular destination for Sydney families on a budget would change.
The community consultation on the paid parking proposal closes at 5pm on 15 April 2026. Residents can complete the survey online or return the paper survey mailed to every household. Drop-in sessions for questions are available at Coogee Beach Promenade on Saturday 21 March and McKeon Street Plaza, Maroubra Beach on Saturday 28 March, both from 10am to 12pm. Enquiries can be directed to 1300 722 542.
A proposed upgrade of Snape Park in Maroubra is up for community feedback. The renovation includes a new indoor sports facility and amenities that aim to enhance local sporting infrastructure and improve park facilities for residents and sporting clubs.
Snape Park, a well-utilised district-level park in Maroubra, is set for a significant redevelopment to improve sporting and recreational facilities. The proposed upgrades will be delivered in two stages, with the first stage focused on constructing an indoor training facility for cricket and rugby league clubs. This stage is jointly funded by Randwick city authorities and a $1 million grant.
The second stage of the project will see the replacement of the existing kiosk, public toilets, and changerooms with a modern, all-in-one amenities building. The surrounding area will also be improved with upgraded pathways, landscaping, and parking. Community feedback for the first stage is currently open, with future consultation planned for stage two.
The new indoor training facility will include synthetic flooring for year-round use and will be positioned among existing trees in a low-lying area to reduce visual and noise impacts. The facility will be located adjacent to outdoor cricket nets and sports fields, with pathways linking it to Snape Street and the car park.
The building has been designed with sustainability in mind, incorporating natural ventilation, filtered light, and energy-efficient features such as potential solar panels and battery storage. The materials and colours will be inspired by the natural landscape, with possible Indigenous artwork to celebrate culture and connection to Country.
Photo Credit: Snape Park Masterplan
Addressing Local Concerns and Park Access
City officials have considered various factors to minimise disruption to the surrounding residential area. Measures include positioning the building to limit its visual impact, ensuring pedestrian accessibility, and implementing security lighting and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles. Temporary facilities will also be provided to ensure continued access for park users and sporting clubs during construction.
Other key considerations include flood management strategies, sustainable material choices, and traffic and site access planning for deliveries and waste management.
Photo Credit: Snape Park Masterplan
Community Feedback Process
Residents and park users can provide feedback on the proposed Snape Park redevelopment. Feedback is open from 3 February to 3 March 2025, allowing the community to review the Stage 1 Indoor Training Facility Plan and the Snape Park Masterplan (Stages 1 & 2) before making submissions.
Community input will help refine the masterplan and ensure that the new facilities meet the needs of local sporting clubs, park visitors, and the wider community.
From fresh local produce to artisanal crafts, Maroubra Beach Markets has attracted over 63,000 visitors to Broadarrow Reserve since its launch earlier this year. The popular monthly event will continue operating at its current location until August 2025, offering residents a diverse shopping experience just steps away from Maroubra Beach.
To avoid conflicts with surf life saving nipper events, the markets will switch from Sunday to Saturday operations. Following the extension period, Randwick City Council plans to trial an alternative location at Heffron Park, Maroubra.
The monthly event, featuring more than 120 stalls at Broadarrow Reserve, brings together local vendors and artisans. Located at 292–310 Fitzgerald Avenue, the markets offer residents a diverse shopping experience just steps away from Maroubra Beach.
Maroubra Beach Markets highlights
Photo Credit: Facebook/Cambridge Markets
Every month, Broadarrow Reserve transforms into a vibrant marketplace where over 120 local vendors and artisans create an unforgettable shopping experience. Fresh seasonal produce and gourmet delicacies from local farmers and food artisans tempt visitors at every turn.
Photo Credit: Facebook/Cambridge Markets
The market’s artistic heart beats through stunning displays of handcrafted homewares, bespoke ceramics, and unique jewellery pieces, all created by talented local designers.
Photo Credit: Facebook/Cambridge Markets
Food enthusiasts can explore a diverse dining precinct offering everything from authentic Middle Eastern flavours to gourmet organic dishes. Comfortable dining areas invite visitors to relax and soak in the bustling community atmosphere, making it more than just a market—it’s a monthly celebration of local creativity and cuisine.
A significant milestone has been achieved in environmental sustainability after a Maroubra family, the Lissendens, proudly became the 1000th recipients of a rebate program.
The Randwick City Council’s innovative Sustainability Rebates program not only highlights the individual efforts of Maroubra residents but also reflects a broader commitment to environmental stewardship across the region.
The Sustainability Rebates program, introduced by the Randwick City Council, has been a cornerstone in promoting eco-friendly practices among its residents. Over the past three years, the program has successfully incentivised the adoption of sustainable technologies and practices in homes and businesses.
From electric vehicle chargers to solar panels, the initiative covers a wide array of rebates, fostering significant community investment in renewable and sustainable improvements.
Impact and Outreach
The Lissenden household, like many others in Maroubra and beyond, has experienced firsthand the benefits of the program. With the council’s financial assistance, they installed a solar battery, a decision initially hindered by cost concerns.
This rebate not only reduced their upfront expense but also facilitated a deeper engagement with energy management. The program’s impact extends beyond individual households, as it has leveraged over $6 million in community investment and significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
A Wider Australian Movement
Maroubra’s story is part of a larger narrative unfolding across Australia, where local councils are leading the charge in sustainability. From Adelaide’s carbon neutrality goals to Melbourne’s Renewable Energy Project, councils across the nation are implementing innovative strategies to reduce carbon footprints and promote renewable energy.
The collective efforts of these councils, including Randwick’s initiative in Maroubra, symbolize a growing commitment to sustainability in Australia. These programs not only address immediate environmental concerns but also lay the groundwork for a more sustainable and resilient future.
Following a long consultation with the community, the Maroubra Junction makeover has finally started with the greenery planting, which will be followed by the actual construction of the central plaza.
More than $1 million has been set aside to develop the Maroubra Junction Oasis Project which will see the planting of over 1,000 trees at the park. These trees are predominantly of the native variety that requires little tending to and maintenance. These are also meant to provide a new habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies to thrive.
The funding is part of New South Wales’ Your High Street Projects to create a public space at the heart of Maroubra. Per the NSW Planning and environment, this revitalisation will merge “two halves of a divided town centre by converting a wide median strip into an urban oasis with a raised turf platform, seating, lighting and landscaping.”
The Maroubra Oasis Photo Credit: RCC
The tree planting initiative is expected to take over six weeks and then the plaza construction is expected to kick off in early 2023. The work will include new seating areas, picnic tables, bike racks, and pavements.
“This project is the beginning of our journey to improve the entire town centre,” Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker said.
“Maroubra Junction is a bustling centre but sections are tired, uninviting and in need of a makeover. This project is a first step towards cleaning up the area by creating a greener and more inviting space for everyone across our community to enjoy.”
In May 2021, Randwick City Council presented the Maroubra Junction Masterplan that identified three key areas in need of revitalisation, including Bunnerong Road and Flower Street. Nearly 300 locals responded to the survey.
A number of school zones in NSW, including Maroubra and Randwick, saw an alarming jump in speeding fines within a 12-month period, according to the National Roads and Motorists’ Association, the country’s largest member organisation offering roadside assistance, car servicing, and motoring advice.
In February 2020 speeding fines in NSW totalled 8,937 but that number increased to 17,494 during the same month a year later. Some 85 per cent of the fines were for motorists who drove at least 10 km/hr above the speed limit.
Among the 10 roads with doubled speeding fines year-on-year include:
WHERE
2020 FINES
2021 FINES
Malabar Road, Maroubra
48
149
Avoca Street, Randwick
170
397
Botany Road, Alexandria
237
447
Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens
525
1,057
Edgar Street, Condell Park
83
228
Fitzwilliam Road, Old Toongabbie
41
103
Hume Highway, Ashfield
63
136
Pennant Hills Road, Oatlands
28
73
The Boulevard, Strathfield
240
492
Victoria Road, Ryde
53
1,131
Based on these statistics, NRMA spokesman Peter Khoury warned motorists to take heed and do the right thing as the school zone speed limit of 40km/h has been enforced yet again with the start of the new school term for 2022.
“If you are driving to take kids to or from school, or just happen to be driving through a school zone – follow the road rules,” Khoury said. He also asked parents to be on the alert when dropping off or picking up their children at the school by following parking rules and practicing safe behaviours.
NSW Metropolitan Roads Minister Natalie Ward also said that there is no excuse for speeding in school zones. She urged every single person behind the wheel to pay close attention and be more vigilant when driving near schools. She is hoping to see the number of speeding fines go down this year.
