Victoria has now completed the rollout of 35 new road safety cameras, with the final unit activated at the busy Dandenong and Clayton Roads intersection in Clayton.
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$49.4 Million Camera Rollout Complete
This marks the conclusion of a $49.4 million investment by the Allan Labor Government aimed at reducing crashes and road trauma by improving traffic law enforcement.
The newly activated cameras monitor red-light running and speeding, two of the most common factors in intersection crashes.
Evidence-Backed Safety Results
According to the Monash University Accident Research Centre, intersections fitted with speed and red-light cameras see a 47% drop in crashes. Speed remains a major contributor to road trauma in Victoria, responsible for roughly 100 deaths and 2,000 serious injuries each year.
Small increases in speed have a significant impact:
- Driving 3km/h over the limit raises crash risk by 25%
- Travelling 65km/h in a 60km/h zone doubles the crash risk
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Where the Revenue Goes
Revenue from road safety camera fines is directed to the Better Roads Victoria Trust, where it funds road upgrades, bridge repairs, and safety improvements across the state.
Road Safety Action Plan
The new cameras form part of the Government’s second Road Safety Action Plan, which includes:
- Over $1.1 billion in funding over four years
- $350 million targeting distracted driving and seatbelt enforcement
- Expansion of camera programs to high-risk areas
These initiatives are designed to reduce fatalities, serious injuries, and unsafe driving behaviours across Victoria.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. For more information, visit the official websites of the Department of Transport and Planning or Better Roads Victoria.
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