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Help Shape Safer Roads in Coffs Harbour

We’re inviting Coffs Harbour residents and workers to take part in an exciting community research project focused on reducing speeding and creating safer local roads.

The Community Action for Safe Speeds (CASS) study, led by researchers from The George Institute for Global Health and supported by the City of Coffs Harbour, is your chance to have a real say in how we encourage safer driving behaviours in our region. More about the CASS Study.

A mix of metro and regional Local Government Areas have been chosen for the CASS study. In addition to Coffs Harbour, they include City of Sydney, Mid-Western Regional Council, City of Canterbury-Bankstown, Port Stephens Council, City of Ryde and Parkes Shire Council.

PHASE TWO - The George Institute - CASS Online Survey - Extended until 15 August 25

The next phase in the pilot is a community survey which will examine community attitudes to road safety issues, including speeding.

Contribute to this innovative study by participating in the online surveys. It involves completing a 20-minute online survey, on two occasions, 6 months apart.

The survey contains questions about your demographics and attitudes to road safety issues including speeds in your community.
Upon completing both the initial and 6-month follow up surveys, participants will enter a draw to win 1 of 4 $250 e-gift vouchers (per LGA).

To learn more and to participate please visit the CASS Online Survey

To be eligible to participate you must:

  • Aged 18 years and older;
  • Be able to complete the survey in English
  • Be willing to complete two surveys, 6 months apart
  • Live or work in a participating LGA - City of Coffs Harbour

The Education and awareness of safe speeds in communities project is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.

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PHASE ONE - Be Part of a Community Jury - CLOSED

Thank you to everyone who submitted an EOI to be part of the Community Jury to take part of this important community research project focused on reducing speed and creating safer local roads.

We’re looking for everyday residents from Coffs Harbour to join a Community Jury — a diverse group that will come together to learn, discuss, and develop community-driven recommendations around safe speeds. You’ll hear from leading experts in road safety, share your views, and help shape local education and awareness initiatives that could be trialed in Coffs Harbour.

What’s Involved?

  • Four jury sessions over four weeks (14 hours total) - further information can be found on the side panel.

  • Expert presentations on speeding, road safety, and behaviour change

  • Group discussions and the opportunity to propose your own ideas

  • Contribution to a final report of community-led recommendations

Who Can Apply?

You’re eligible if you:

  • Are 18 years or older

  • Live, work, or frequently drive in the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area

  • Are willing to commit to attending all four sessions

  • Are comfortable communicating in English

Note: People with professional experience in road safety are not eligible. Demographic diversity will be considered, and a waitlist may apply once target numbers are met.

Want to know more?
Contact the research team at (02) 8052 4431 or email carsafety@georgeinstitute.org.au

The Education and awareness of safe speeds in communities project is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.

Help Shape Safer Roads in Coffs Harbour

We’re inviting Coffs Harbour residents and workers to take part in an exciting community research project focused on reducing speeding and creating safer local roads.

The Community Action for Safe Speeds (CASS) study, led by researchers from The George Institute for Global Health and supported by the City of Coffs Harbour, is your chance to have a real say in how we encourage safer driving behaviours in our region. More about the CASS Study.

A mix of metro and regional Local Government Areas have been chosen for the CASS study. In addition to Coffs Harbour, they include City of Sydney, Mid-Western Regional Council, City of Canterbury-Bankstown, Port Stephens Council, City of Ryde and Parkes Shire Council.

PHASE TWO - The George Institute - CASS Online Survey - Extended until 15 August 25

The next phase in the pilot is a community survey which will examine community attitudes to road safety issues, including speeding.

Contribute to this innovative study by participating in the online surveys. It involves completing a 20-minute online survey, on two occasions, 6 months apart.

The survey contains questions about your demographics and attitudes to road safety issues including speeds in your community.
Upon completing both the initial and 6-month follow up surveys, participants will enter a draw to win 1 of 4 $250 e-gift vouchers (per LGA).

To learn more and to participate please visit the CASS Online Survey

To be eligible to participate you must:

  • Aged 18 years and older;
  • Be able to complete the survey in English
  • Be willing to complete two surveys, 6 months apart
  • Live or work in a participating LGA - City of Coffs Harbour

The Education and awareness of safe speeds in communities project is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.

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PHASE ONE - Be Part of a Community Jury - CLOSED

Thank you to everyone who submitted an EOI to be part of the Community Jury to take part of this important community research project focused on reducing speed and creating safer local roads.

We’re looking for everyday residents from Coffs Harbour to join a Community Jury — a diverse group that will come together to learn, discuss, and develop community-driven recommendations around safe speeds. You’ll hear from leading experts in road safety, share your views, and help shape local education and awareness initiatives that could be trialed in Coffs Harbour.

What’s Involved?

  • Four jury sessions over four weeks (14 hours total) - further information can be found on the side panel.

  • Expert presentations on speeding, road safety, and behaviour change

  • Group discussions and the opportunity to propose your own ideas

  • Contribution to a final report of community-led recommendations

Who Can Apply?

You’re eligible if you:

  • Are 18 years or older

  • Live, work, or frequently drive in the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area

  • Are willing to commit to attending all four sessions

  • Are comfortable communicating in English

Note: People with professional experience in road safety are not eligible. Demographic diversity will be considered, and a waitlist may apply once target numbers are met.

Want to know more?
Contact the research team at (02) 8052 4431 or email carsafety@georgeinstitute.org.au

The Education and awareness of safe speeds in communities project is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.

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