> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.carexplore.com.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # How NSW Turned On These Speed Cameras - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-nsw-turned-on-these-speed-cameras/ - Published: 2025-05-05T23:05:50.000Z - Updated: 2025-05-05T23:05:50.000Z - Description: NSW trials average speed cameras for light vehicles from May 1, aiming to cut regional road deaths with full enforcement from July 1. - Author: Dylan Anderson - Tags: Car News, New South Wales, NSW New average speed camera enforcement is on the way for all drivers in [New South Wales](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/new-south-wales/), with a trial officially begun on the **1st of May 2025**. For the first time, **light vehicles** will be monitored under average speed systems on two regional highway stretches, in a bid to reduce serious injuries and road deaths. [How NSW Holden Driver Lost His LicenseDisqualified NSW teen hit with $5,818 in fines and has ute confiscated after reckless burnout stunt in Kemps Creek sparks court action.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2183.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/Holden-Driver-Lost-His-License-8.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-nsw-holden-driver-lost-his-license/) ### Where and Why The trial will target: - **Pacific Highway** between Kew and Lake Innes (15km stretch) - **Hume Highway** between Coolac and Gundagai (16km stretch) These locations were selected based on a history of serious crashes. Between **2018 and 2022**, these two areas alone accounted for: - **6 fatalities** - **33 serious injuries** Previously, average speed cameras in NSW only monitored **heavy vehicles**. But despite being just 20% of traffic incidents on these corridors, heavy vehicles were the only ones penalised. The NSW Government is now shifting its approach in line with other Australian states and international best practices. ### The Timeline - **1 May to 30 June 2025** – Warning mode only (no fines, just letters) - **From 1 July 2025** – Full enforcement begins (fines + demerits) [How NSW Holden Driver Lost His LicenseDisqualified NSW teen hit with $5,818 in fines and has ute confiscated after reckless burnout stunt in Kemps Creek sparks court action.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2184.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/Holden-Driver-Lost-His-License-9.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-nsw-holden-driver-lost-his-license/) ### What Makes This Fair Unlike single-point cameras, average speed systems detect a pattern of speeding over a longer distance. According to **Minister for Roads John Graham**, "Speed remains our biggest killer, contributing to 41% of all road deaths in the last decade." Supporting evidence: - **NSW 2024 survey**: 68% of people support average speed cameras - **Norway (2015)**: 49% reduction in serious injury/fatal crashes - **UK (2016)**: 36% reduction after average speed camera rollout ### Why It’s Regional Regional NSW, while only home to 1/3 of the state’s population, accounts for **2/3 of its road deaths**. As **Minister for Regional Roads Jenny Aitchison** explained: > "We know this trial is a change, especially for regional people. But we’re committed to helping communities adjust and save lives." There will be extensive signage, mobile billboards, VMS alerts and a multi-channel media campaign before fines begin. ### Other NSW Safety Changes This trial is part of a broader suite of safety initiatives, including: - Seatbelt enforcement via mobile phone detection network - Foreign licence conversion within 6 months - Demerit return trial (rewarding safe driving) - Doubling mobile speed camera locations (enforcement hours unchanged) - Hosting NSW Road Safety Forum with global experts - Signing National Road Safety Data Agreement with the Commonwealth ### Legal Backing This trial was made possible by changes to the **Road Transport Act 2013** in **October 2024**, allowing average speed enforcement to apply to all vehicle types. It will run for **14 months total**, with a formal report to be delivered to Parliament in 2026. ### Summary - **Trial starts 1 May 2025** - **Warning mode until 30 June 2025** - **Enforcement starts 1 July 2025** - **Applies to light vehicles on Hume & Pacific Highways** - **Backed by international safety research** NSW joins other Australian states in expanding average speed enforcement to all drivers, with the aim of saving lives on long regional stretches. **Drivers are urged to watch their speed and look for signage starting this May.** --- [NSW Speeding Fines Drop 88%NSW speeding fines dropped 88% after mobile speed camera signs returned. Fewer fines, safer roads—drivers respond to visible warnings.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2182.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/NSW-Speed-Sign-Return-88--10.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/nsw-speeding-fines-drop-88/) [How NSW Teen Lost License InstantlyA NSW teen lost her license after being caught speeding three times in one day—twice over 200km/h. Police say she now faces multiple court charges.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-2185.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/How-NSW-Teen-Lost-License-21.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-3/)