NSW Average Speed Cameras Now Enforced for All Drivers from July 1 – What You Need to Know | Tynan Motors
From July 1, 2025, average speed cameras in New South Wales are no longer just for trucks and buses. For the first time, light vehicles are now subject to speeding fines, demerit points, and potential licence loss based on their average speed over monitored stretches of road.
Here at Tynan Motors, we’re committed to keeping our customers informed and safe on the road. Whether you’re driving a new vehicle or a trusted family car, these changes impact every driver in NSW.
The End of the ‘Warning Period’
The NSW Government’s average speed camera trial for light vehicles officially moved out of its “warning mode” on July 1. That means:
- Between May 1 and June 30, drivers caught going up to 30km/h over the speed limit received a warning letter.
- From July 1, 2025, any speeding offence—no matter how small—will result in enforcement penalties: Fines Demerit points And in serious cases, licence suspension
- Fines
- Demerit points
- And in serious cases, licence suspension
These changes are being clearly communicated with signage marked “AVERAGE SPEED SAFETY CAMERA,” along with mobile billboards, radio alerts, social media campaigns, and digital traffic signage.
Where Are the Cameras Located?
Currently, the average speed cameras are operational in two regional NSW locations:
- Kew to Lake Innes – a 15km stretch near Port Macquarie
- Coolac to Gundagai – a 16km section of the Hume Highway
Both areas were selected due to high accident rates: ➡ Between 2018 and 2022, these roads recorded 6 fatalities and 33 serious injuries.
Why the Change Matters
Until now, NSW was the only Australian state to restrict average speed cameras to heavy vehicles only. But the data told a different story:
- 80% of crashes at camera-monitored sites did not involve heavy vehicles
- Two-thirds of all NSW road fatalities occur outside metro areas, despite only a third of the population living regionally
With speed accounting for 41% of all road deaths in the last decade, the change was inevitable. The NSW Government and Minister for Roads, John Graham, say the move is grounded in both fairness and evidence.
“Speed remains our biggest killer on the roads. International research consistently shows that average speed cameras dramatically reduce accidents and fatalities,” said Minister Graham.
What Makes Average Speed Cameras Different?
Unlike traditional speed traps that target a brief moment of speeding, average speed cameras calculate your speed over a long stretch of road. This means drivers can’t just slow down for a camera and then speed up again.
According to Transport for NSW:
“Two cameras take time-stamped images of your vehicle at different points. If your average speed between those points exceeds the limit, you receive a penalty.”
This method is considered fairer and more effective. In fact, NSW studies show that 68% of drivers believe average speed cameras improve road safety.
Proven Results from Around the World
The NSW trial is being closely watched, but global data already paints a positive picture:
- Norway reported a 49% drop in serious accidents after implementing average speed cameras.
- The UK recorded a 36% reduction in major crashes on monitored routes.
The NSW trial is expected to run for 14 months, with results reported to Parliament in 2026.
Drive Smarter with Tynan Motors
As road rules evolve, so should your vehicle. At Tynan Motors, we offer a wide range of modern vehicles equipped with smart safety features, including adaptive cruise control and real-time speed limit detection—features that help you avoid infractions and keep you and your passengers safe.
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Credit: MyNRMA.com.au