> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.carexplore.com.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # How WA Cuts Speed Limits - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-wa-cuts-speed-limits/ - Published: 2025-05-22T01:38:04.000Z - Updated: 2025-05-22T01:38:04.000Z - Description: WA cuts speed limits in Jindalee, Butler, and proposes major reductions across the South West to improve safety and reduce road trauma. - Author: Dylan Anderson - Tags: Car News, Western Australia [Western Australia](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/western-australia/) is continuing to implement speed limit reductions across both metropolitan and regional areas in response to rising road safety concerns. [How WA Plans To Deliver Electric Election PromiseWA retires its last diesel bus as all new public transport buses go electric, fulfilling a major election promise and boosting local manufacturing.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2372.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-Buses-Now-All-Electric.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-wa-plans-to-deliver-electric-election-promise/) ## New Speed Limits in Jindalee and Butler As of May 2025, the **City of Wanneroo** has successfully reduced the speed limit from **50km/h to 40km/h** along two key suburban roads: - **Jindalee Boulevard** (Jindalee) - **Kingsbridge Boulevard** (Butler) The decision followed a community-led request and a comprehensive traffic assessment. These changes aim to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. Similar reductions have recently been implemented in **Gnangara**, **Jandabup**, **Yanchep**, and the **Wanneroo Town Centre**, as part of the City’s **Road Safety Management Plan 2024–2030**. ## Proposed South West Speed Reductions A broader **Safer Speeds Trial**, proposed by the **Shire of Augusta Margaret River** and the **City of Busselton** in partnership with the **RAC**, could see speed limits reduced on over **1,800 roads** across the South West. Key proposed changes include: - **Sealed rural roads** west of Bussell Highway: reduced from **80–110km/h to 70–80km/h** - **Urban major roads** (e.g. Bussell Highway, Bayview Drive): reduced from **60–70km/h to 50–60km/h** - **Peri-urban residential roads** (e.g. Quedjinup, Margaret River–Prevelly): reduced to **60km/h** - **Town centres and residential streets** (e.g. Augusta, Busselton): reduced to **40km/h** [WA Cuts Speed Limits on 1,800 RoadsWA launches Australia’s largest speed limit trial, cutting limits on 1,800 roads in Margaret River and Busselton to improve road safety.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2369.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-Speed-Cuts-7.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/wa-cuts-speed-limits-on-1-800-roads/) The proposal comes in response to road trauma data from **2019–2023**, which recorded **136 deaths or serious injuries** in Busselton and **59 in Augusta Margaret River**. ## Statewide Safety Programs WA remains the only state with a **default 110km/h speed limit**, while more than **60% of road fatalities** occur in regional areas. Since 2020, the government has invested over **$1 billion** through the **Regional Road Safety Program**, upgrading 10,000km of state roads. Additional initiatives include: - A proposed **$552 million High Speed Local Country Roads Program** (RAC and WALGA) - A **$276 million funding pledge** from the WA Nationals - A current **$20 million allocation** by the WA Labor Government - A **$1.38 billion road funding agreement** signed in 2023 with WALGA ## Enforcement and Next Steps Main Roads WA has supported the Safer Speeds Trial, with funding requests now being reviewed by the **Road Safety Council**. The WA Government is conducting a wider review of default speed limits across the state. Authorities stress that any changes must be: - **Practical** - **Enforceable** - **Backed by evidence** The government also acknowledged enforcement challenges on remote roads with low traffic volumes. **Disclaimer:** *This article is for informational purposes only. For official updates, refer to your local council or Main Roads WA.* --- [WA Rolls Out New Speed CamerasWA rolls out AI-powered cameras from Jan 26 to detect drivers using phones or not wearing seatbelts, with fines starting in April 2025.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2370.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-New-Speed-Cameras-AI-1.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/wa-rolls-out-new-speed-cameras/) [WA Fines Are About To IncreaseWA drivers face tougher penalties from July 2025, with increased fines, licence suspensions, and stricter enforcement under new national road safety laws.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2371.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/WA-Drivers-New-Fines-4.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/wa-fines-are-about-to-increase/)