> ## 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. # NSW Drivers on Notice: New Speed Cameras Start Now - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/nsw-drivers-on-notice-new-speed-cameras-start-now/ - Published: 2025-03-18T07:27:02.000Z - Updated: 2025-03-18T07:27:02.000Z - Description: NSW is cracking down on speeding with a new average speed camera trial. Find out where, when fines start, and how it impacts all drivers. - Author: Dylan Anderson - Tags: Car News, New South Wales, NSW The New South Wales (NSW) government is rolling out a game-changing speed enforcement trial that will expand average speed camera monitoring to all vehicles, not just heavy trucks. This marks a significant shift in road policing and could mean big fines for unsuspecting drivers. [NSW Drivers Can Erase a Demerit Point Under New SchemeNSW drivers can now remove a demerit point under a new scheme by maintaining a clean record. Find out how to qualify and stay penalty-free.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-1350.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/NSW-License-23.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/nsw-drivers-can-erase-a-demerit-point-under-new-scheme/) ## **Speed Camera Crackdown Begins – What You Need to Know** From **May 1, 2025**, two key regional highway sections will begin testing the new enforcement method. These locations were selected due to high accident rates, with **six fatalities and 33 serious injuries recorded between 2018 and 2022**. ### **Where Are the New Speed Cameras Located?** The trial will take place on: - **Pacific Highway:** 15km stretch between Kew and Lake Innes (Port Macquarie) - **Hume Highway:** 16km stretch between Coolac and Gundagai These highways have been identified as dangerous zones where excessive speeding contributes to a significant portion of road accidents. ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2025/03/NSW-Average-Speed-Camera-Map-2.webp) [NSW Police Bans Driver Until the Year 2117NSW Police arrest a 73-year-old driver banned until 2117 for driving while disqualified. 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If your speed exceeds the limit, you’ll be fined automatically. ## **When Do Fines Start?** The enforcement rollout will occur in two phases: - **May 1 – June 30, 2025:** Drivers caught speeding will receive warning letters. - **July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026:** Full enforcement begins, and drivers will face fines and demerits. [NSW Driver Loses His License in 7 SecondsNSW driver loses license in just 7 seconds after reckless overtaking, speeding, and crossing double white lines, only to be caught by police.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-1352.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/NSW-DRiver-loses-License-27.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/nsw-driver-loses-his-license-in-7-seconds/) ## **How Much Could You Be Fined?** Speeding fines in NSW are among the highest in Australia. If you exceed the speed limit, you could face penalties such as: | **Offence** | **Fine** | **Demerit Points** | **License Suspension** | | ------------------------ | -------- | ------------------ | ---------------------- | | Exceed by 10km/h or less | $137 | 1 | No | | Exceed by 10-20km/h | $316 | 3 | No | | Exceed by 20-30km/h | $542 | 4 | No | | Exceed by 30-45km/h | $1,036 | 5 | 3-month minimum | | Exceed by 45km/h+ | $2,794 | 6 | 6-month minimum | ## **Why Is NSW Expanding Speed Cameras?** For years, NSW has been the only Australian state that restricted **average speed cameras to heavy vehicles only**. However, studies show that light vehicles are responsible for **80% of fatalities** in areas where these cameras operate. International research also supports the effectiveness of average speed enforcement: - **Norway (2015):** Reduced fatal crashes by **49%** - **UK (2016):** Reduced fatal and serious injury crashes by **36%** - **NSW (Heavy Vehicles):** Reduced fatalities by **50%** where average speed cameras were installed With speeding responsible for **41% of all road deaths** in NSW over the past decade, the government is taking stronger measures to improve road safety. [NSW Massive Trail Bike BustTrail bike chaos in NSW ends in arrests and impounds. 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