The newly-installed electronic billboard on State Highway 1 at the intersection of Ranui Ave in Timaru. A busy Timaru intersection has become the home of the district’s first electronic billboard. “We are excited because we think it’s a good initiative, especially when businesses are struggling with Covid-19.”Bejon Haswell/Stuff The electronic billboard in action on the corner of Ranui Ave and State Highway 1 through Timaru. But South Canterbury road safety co-ordinator Daniel Naude expressed concerns the billboard could distract motorists. “When traffic is stopped to turn right into Ranui Ave, the sign and the secondary traffic light signals will appear close.

Source: Stuff July 05, 2020 03:45 UTC