Mobile road safety cameras deployed across Tasmania have caught out almost 60,000 drivers in the past year and raked in $9.5 million in fines.
Speeding was the most common offence, with lead-footed drivers accounting for the vast majority of violations.
In the 12 months to October 1, 2024, 53,249 speeding tickets were issued, resulting in around $7.12 million in fines.
Seatbelt violations ranked a distant second, with 3,732 notices issued and $1.46 million in fines imposed.
Mobile phone offences followed, with 1,622 generating $635,750 in penalties and 1,253 registration offences contributing approximately $309,600.
The figures, provided to Pulse by the Department of State Growth, show the fleet of mobile cameras are a significant source of revenue for the state government.
Although they line the coffers, the government maintains the cameras are an effective deterrent against speeding and other risky driving behaviours.
However, critics argue they are primarily a revenue-generating tool and do little to enhance road safety.
A total of 16 mobile speed cameras are available for deployment across the state.
That number has fluctuated in recent months due to a string of arson attacks, prompting a review of camera placement and restrictions on operating hours.
