Mitchell Shire Council is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert near school crossings to help keep children, families and crossing supervisors safe.
Children can be unpredictable and are still learning the road rules. With dozens of school crossings operating across the Shire each school day, it's important that all road users take extra care.
Key tips for drivers:
- Stick to the 40km/h speed limit in school zones
- Never use your mobile phone while driving
- Always follow instructions from crossing supervisors
- Allow extra time so you're not rushing
- Consider parking a few streets away and walking
Council employs 31 dedicated school crossing supervisors across the 19 school crossings in Mitchell Shire.
Rain, hail or shine, they're out on the crossing every morning and afternoon helping children get to and from school safely. They also build strong connections with local families and help teach children about road safety.
This important service is part of Council's broader commitment to community safety, which also includes local law enforcement, food safety audits, emergency management, and fire prevention efforts like roadside slashing and property inspections.
Together, these programs are part of the more than 80 services delivered across the Shire and funded through the 2025/26 Council budget.
