Western Australia is to roll out a new generation of advanced road safety cameras designed to catch dangerous driving behaviours, including illegal mobile phone use, seatbelt offences, and speeding.
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Launch and Operation Timeline
Six mobile safety camera trailers will be deployed across the state over the next six months. Additionally, two fixed camera sites on the Kwinana Freeway will be upgraded with the new technology.
Starting back on the 26 January 2025, drivers caught by these cameras for mobile phone or seatbelt violations will receive caution notices. This grace period allows motorists to adjust their driving habits without incurring penalties.
Capabilities of the New Cameras
The new cameras are capable of detecting:
- Illegal mobile phone use
- Seatbelt offences
- Spot speed
- Average (point-to-point) speed violations
These multi-function capabilities make them the most sophisticated safety cameras introduced in Australia to date.
Enforcement and Funding
Once the caution period ends, enforcement will commence, and drivers in violation will be fined. All revenue generated from these fines will be allocated to the Road Trauma Trust Account, which funds initiatives aimed at reducing road injuries and fatalities in WA.
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Background and Safety Objectives
This initiative complements WA Police Force's existing automated speed camera network. The new safety camera program is part of a broader effort to tackle high-risk behaviour and improve safety on the state's roads.
Authorities have emphasised the importance of changing driver behaviour now, before the enforcement phase begins. The message to motorists is direct: slow down, wear a seatbelt, and keep your phone out of reach.
For more information, visit the WA Road Safety Commission website or follow updates from the Department of Transport.
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