Filtered permeability restricts through traffic while keeping streets accessible for residents, walking and cycling. It’s one of the most effective — and affordable — ways to create quieter, safer neighbourhoods. So why is Australia so slow to adopt it?

Who decides speed limits in Australia? Learn how states set default speeds, why local streets are 50 km/h, and how 30 km/h can save lives.

Two tragic crashes — one on the Sunshine Coast, one in inner Sydney — have once again exposed how quickly Australia defaults to individual blame while ignoring the systems that create danger.

Better Streets invites you to a briefing to help us craft a plan for a national Safer Speeds campaign. Registration detils.

Victoria has just released an updated Speed Zoning policy — that officially includes 30 km/h limits for activity centres, local streets, and around schools.