{"id":629979,"date":"2026-10-14T03:52:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T03:52:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/629979\/"},"modified":"2026-10-14T03:52:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T03:52:11","slug":"average-speed-cameras-switched-on-at-stretch-of-lower-north-island-highway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/629979\/","title":{"rendered":"Average speed cameras switched on at stretch of lower North Island highway"},"content":{"rendered":"

A set of new average speed cameras have been switched on at a section of State Highway 1 in Manawat\u016b-Whanganui. <\/p>\n

The two cameras, which measure how long it takes motorists to drive between them, were set up between Sanson and Foxton. <\/p>\n

One camera is set up just south of Motuiti Road, with the other just north of Speedy and Penny Roads near the intersection with SH3. <\/p>\n

The cameras can determine a vehicle’s average speed by recording the time it takes to pass each one. <\/p>\n

“Expect to be fined if your average speed is over the speed limit \u2013 in other words, if you\u2019ve travelled between the cameras too quickly,” NZ Transport Agency said. <\/p>\n

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A map showing the locations of the two new average speed cameras. (Source: Supplied)<\/p>\n

Signs were installed before the cameras, giving drivers a chance to check their speed. <\/p>\n

“Exceeding the speed limit is illegal,” NZTA said. “Our aim is to reduce the number of people travelling over the speed limit and lessen the likelihood of a serious or fatal crash. <\/p>\n

“If you travel at or below the speed limit, you won\u2019t be fined.” <\/p>\n

All fines from camera-issued infringements would go into the Government Consolidated Fund, not to NZTA. <\/p>\n

The agency has installed dozens of average speed safety cameras<\/a> across the country, and has touted their effectiveness<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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