The new speed zones

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As you all know, recently there has been a cut in speed zones. As in, 90 is now 80, 50 is now 40 etc. Now along a stretch of highway about 10 minutes from me, the highway speed was once 100. It eventually dropped to 90, and now under this new thing they have brought in, is now 80.
People have always done 100 along it, as that is what they were used to. However, now that it is 80, all the 'new' drivers are promptly doing this speed, while everyone else is trying to do 100. This in itself, presents a new risk. The good ol' road rage.
Today I drove passed a fatal. Wasn't nicest to say the least, but one thing I need to get used to (will tell in future). The first fatal since I have been living here (17 years) and am currently 19. Coincidence or not, I am a firm believer that having speed limits DROPPED, is a sure fire way to cause more accidents, and as a lot of people say, revenue. Take this article for example, this is the one I drove passed today

http://www.maitlandmercury.com.au/st...-crash/?cs=171

BREAKING: One dead in Lochinvar crash Save
Oct. 2, 2012, midnight

The accident scene at Lochinvar.

The accident scene at Lochinvar.

Emergency services have confirmed one person has died in a crash between a water truck and a ute at Lochinvar this morning.
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Northbound lanes of the New England Highway are shut however alternating traffic conditions means motorists can pass the scene.

Three paramedic units and multiple police cars attended the scene.

The truck driver is reported to have suffered minor injuries. He was taken to Maitland Hospital for mandatory blood and urine testing.

Central Hunter Police are investigating the crash and are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.
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Motorists using the New England Highway at Lochinvar are advised to allow additional travel time due to the accident.

Authorities have warned delays may be experienced for some time.

More to come

Now, have a look at the photo that accompanies this.
What are peoples opinions on the current sspeed zones?

Please no flaming or over the top behaviour, I would like this to stay open