Road and public space lighting schemes’ primary aim is the safe movement of people whether in motorised vehicles or as pedestrians. Lighting is critical to creating a public area that is safe and inviting for users and appropriate lighting can provide significant community benefits. Standards Australia has released a draft standard DR AS/NZS 1158.1.1:2026 Lighting for roads and public spaces, Part 1.1: Vehicular traffic (Category V) lighting – Performance and design requirements, a revision of the 2022 edition. This document forms part of the AS/NZS 1158 series covering lighting schemes for roads and outdoor public areas.
DR AS/NZS 1158.1.1:2026 Lighting for roads and public spaces, Part 1.1: Vehicular traffic (Category V) lighting – Performance and design requirements is Open for Public Comment until 17 June 2026. Standards Australia encourages views and input from a wide cross section of the public on a draft publication during the Public Comment stage. Create a free account when you Login to Drafts Open for Public Comment and search for DR AS/NZS 1158.1.1:2026. More information on How to Open, Browse, and Comment on a draft standards in the Standards Australia Public Comment Portal Guide. Submit your comments by 17 June 2026.
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