Mobile speed cameras have been approved for use on the Darling Causeway as authorities respond to speeding on the Great Western Highway detour route.
Traffic on the road has increased since Victoria Pass closed in March. Transport for NSW says it has worked with NSW Police to address unsafe driving, with police adding patrols along the route over the past six months.
Transport for NSW executive director Chadi Chalhoub said most motorists were driving safely, but speeding remained a problem.
“Despite all the warnings and increased police presence on the detour route, speeding remains a real problem and we’re pleased to announce additional resources to help combat this behaviour,” Mr Chalhoub said.
He said mobile speed cameras would be clearly signposted when operating. Transport has not specified in its announcement when camera operations will begin or where they will be stationed.
The approval follows other monitoring measures introduced since Victoria Pass closed, including drone trials, additional mobile CCTV units and traffic behaviour cameras.
Mr Chalhoub said the NSW Government had committed $50 million to improve the resilience of the detour route, including work on pavement, road shoulders and safety measures. Extra towing and traffic control crews have also been allocated to help clear incidents.
“We acknowledge the inconvenience, extra distance and extra time involved in using the detour route during the ongoing closure of Victoria Pass,” he said.
Transport also reminded drivers that mobile phone and seatbelt detection cameras operate across NSW, including in the Hawkesbury Blue Mountains and western region. Drivers should keep their phones away and ensure everyone in the vehicle wears a seatbelt correctly.
