Local nurse starts petition over fatal State Highway 25 intersection near Coromandel
A local nurse in New Zealand has launched a petition to improve safety at a dangerous intersection on State Highway 25 following numerous crashes. The intersection has seen 31 accidents since 2013, prompting calls for government intervention and infrastructure upgrades.
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This highlights the role of grassroots activism in addressing local infrastructure safety and the tension between budget constraints and public safety.
The fatal State Highway 25 and Hauraki Rd intersection near Thames. Photo: Screenshot/Google maps
The article provides a balanced account of local concerns, government data, and the proposed solutions.
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