How NSW Speed Camera Signs Returned

by Dylan Anderson

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Founder @ CarExplore

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May 06, 2025

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3 min read

All mobile speed camera vehicles in NSW are now equipped to carry portable warning signs, making the state’s mobile speed camera program one of the most visible and transparent in Australia and globally.

This update reflects the full implementation of changes first initiated in 2023. By May 2025, all vehicles in the program continue to operate with clear signage requirements, maintaining consistent enforcement across the state.

What’s Changed

Previously, in 2020, the former NSW Government removed warning signs from mobile speed cameras. This decision led to a sharp rise in fines and community backlash. Although warning signs were partially reintroduced in 2021, they remained mounted only on top of vehicles, providing no advance notice to drivers.

In October 2022, it was announced that full signage — including advance and after-positioned signs — would return. However, a technical delay in modifying camera vehicles to carry the signs meant the rollout took time.

As of 1 January 2024, every active session has included the required signage:

Two portable signs on the approach to the mobile speed camera vehicle.
One portable sign positioned after the vehicle.
A retractable rooftop sign on the vehicle itself.

This retrofit was completed in late 2023. By May 2025, the signage policy is fully embedded across the program.

NSW Premier Chris Minns (2023 statement):

“I’ve always said I would rather people slow down in the first place than receive a fine in the mail two weeks after they committed the offence.”

Roads Minister John Graham (2023 statement):

“This is finally the end of a two and a half year warning sign debacle.”

Current Context (2025)

These signage reforms remain active and unchanged as of May 2025. Mobile speed cameras continue to operate with visible warnings in place. The NSW Government has not announced any further modifications to the program, reinforcing its long-term commitment to speed deterrence over revenue collection.

Further information on NSW speed camera policies and site locations can be accessed via the official NSW Government transport website.