Think before you stop or park when dropping off or picking up students from the school bus.
That's the message from the Western Bay of Plenty District Council parking team who see many instances of motorists parking and stopping dangerously around buses at drop-off and pick-up times.
During the week of 16-20 October you'll spot posters around Katikati and Te Puke alerting to the dangers of parking in the wrong place around school buses.
The message is: Avoid pedestrian crossings, broken yellow lines, double parking, vehicle entrances and general inconsiderate parking - as this may block the view for students and other drivers.
Taking extra care may prevent a fine of $60!
During the week-long campaign police officers will be doing speed checks and parking wardens will be present in Katikati, Te Puke and Pahoia to raise awareness, check WOF and registrations and enforce the rules where necessary.
And remember - 20km/hr is the speed limit when passing a school bus.
