How many new speed cameras will NSW add each year?

The government plans at least 10 new locations annually. For the current financial year, 14 sites are already approved. Each new unit costs about $300,000 to install, excluding maintenance. The staged rollout supports broader enforcement coverage while allowing Transport for NSW to adjust placement based on risk data and compliance trends.

How much did NSW collect from camera fines last year?

Cameras generated $283 million in fines last year. This sets a clear baseline for future estimates. Actual revenue will depend on driver behaviour, enforcement mix, and site selection. The figure will likely inform Treasury forecasts and the 2026 NSW Budget approach to road safety and enforcement capability.

Who manages speed camera deployment in NSW?

Transport for NSW oversees delivery and integration with broader safety programs. The agency coordinates site selection, installation, and performance monitoring. It works with contractors for hardware, connectivity, and maintenance. Clear reporting on detections and safety outcomes helps assess effectiveness and guides future deployment priorities across the network.

What does the expansion mean for the NSW Budget?

A larger network may lift detection volumes, supporting own‑source revenue. That can inform 2026 budget settings and transport priorities. Capital outlays are moderate against revenue, though operating costs and policy shifts matter. Investors should watch procurement plans, maintenance contracts, and any legislative reviews that could affect deployment or penalty structures.

Will fine amounts increase with more cameras?

More cameras increase enforcement coverage, not the legal fine amounts. Penalties are set by law and can change only through government decisions. The expansion may raise total detections if compliance does not improve. Clear public communication on safety goals and site criteria can support compliance and reduce overall infringements.

Law and Government

NSW Speed Cameras February 4: Government to Add 10 Per Year Across NSW

ByDanny Kontos February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

NSW speed cameras are set to expand, with at least 10 new locations added each year. The government has already approved 14 sites this financial year at about $300,000 each. Cameras generated $283 million in fines last year, shaping NSW fines revenue and policy choices. We explain the rollout, costs, and investor angles, including how Transport for NSW may prioritise road safety policy and budget settings ahead of 2026.