Canberra’s motorists can expect to receive camera-generated speeding fines from Monday (5 July) when the education period for drivers using the new 40 km/h zones on Northbourne Avenue and Barry Drive in the city comes to a halt.
According to the Minister for Transport and City Services, Chris Steel, over 5,000 motorists were identified speeding in the area in one 48-hour period last week.
Minister for Business and Better Regulation, Tara Cheyne said the existing road safety cameras were adjusted last Monday (21 June) to capture traffic in the new 40 km/h zone as part of a staged implementation of the speed limits.
“The education period for drivers about the new speed limits is coming to an end,” Ms Cheyne said.
“From Monday 5 July 2021 all offences, including those between 40 km/h and 60 km/h, will have an infringement notice issued from speed cameras in the area,” she said.
“The sheer number of motorists speeding in such a high-density area is concerning.”
Ms Cheyne said the 40 km/h zones were introduced to create a safer environment for everyone who used the roads but “it seems the message hasn’t sunk in”.
The Minister said motorists caught speeding by 15 to 30 km/h over the speed limit could face fines of over $438 and three demerit points.
“This means that some motorists will lose their licence if they don’t change their behaviour,” Ms Cheyne said.
“Speeding not only puts lives in danger, but motorists exceeding the speed limit can face significant fines or even the loss of their licence,” she said.
Further information on the 40 km/h zones in town and group centres can be accessed on the Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate’s website at this PS News link.
