The $473 million collected from Victorian road safety camera fines in 2023–24 isn’t disappearing into government pockets. Every dollar is directed into the Better Roads Victoria Trust Account, directly funding essential infrastructure and safety initiatives across the state.
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Where the Money Goes
Revenue from these fines is reinvested into projects that benefit Victorian drivers, including:
- Road restoration and surface replacement
- Construction of overtaking lanes
- Upgrades to roundabouts for improved safety
- Bridge strengthening projects
These projects are particularly critical in regional areas, where infrastructure upgrades are often most urgently needed.
The Broader Context
Despite the significant revenue, road trauma costs Victoria far more each year. Accidents related to speeding, mobile phone use, and failure to wear seatbelts cost the state an estimated $4 to $6 billion annually. Road safety cameras are seen as an effective tool in changing driver behaviour and cutting these costs.
Research from the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC) has found that casualty crashes drop by 47% on roads where fixed speed and red-light cameras are installed.
Majority of Drivers Comply
Approximately 99% of motorists pass road safety cameras without incident, adhering to speed limits and traffic signals. Only a small percentage of drivers are fined, but those fines fund significant safety improvements for everyone.
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2025 Speeding Penalties in Victoria
| Speed Over Limit | Fine | Demerit Points | Licence Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 10 km/h | $247 | 1 | No |
| 10–24 km/h | $395 | 3 | No |
| 25–29 km/h | $543 | - | 3 months |
| 30–34 km/h | $642 | - | 3 months |
| 35–39 km/h | $741 | - | 6 months |
| 40–44 km/h | $840 | - | 6 months |
| 45+ km/h | $988 | - | 12 months |
| 20–24 km/h (110 km/h zone) | $395 | - | 3 months |
Focus on Safer Roads
The ultimate goal of these fines is not revenue generation, but a reduction in road trauma. Through continuous investment in road upgrades and deterrence measures, Victorian authorities aim to keep drivers safer and reduce fatalities on the state’s roads.
For additional information, visit the Better Roads Victoria or VicRoads official websites.
Dylan Anderson
Dylan Anderson
