May I suggest that anyone driving through Omokoroa make two New Year's resolutions. Get their eyes tested - and have their speedometers recalibrated. Because it appears one or both are in urgent need of attention.

Recently, the speed limit along Omokoroa Rd was reduced from 70 km/h to 60 km/h just before the Omokoroa Fire Station to Tralee St/Margaret Drive roundabout.

Huge green signs were erected with Omokoroa 60 km/h in large letters – obviously not big enough. There are also 60 km/h lollipops further along.

But it seems some drivers can't read them, or don't see them – because they're driving too fast or just don't give a big rat's butt, which can only result in serious injury or worse if they have to apply their brakes in a hurry.

Omokoroa is a growing community, with young and senior citizens aplenty. Parents walking children in strollers, seniors walking pets, children cycling to and from school, people cycling for exercise, much like other communities but with one difference – the speed of some drivers.

Omokoroa Rd is not a main highway; it leads into a suburban community. Please check your speedos occasionally. It could save a life one day.

Shirley Gussey, Omokoroa .