Sneaky detail in this photo that could cost drivers hundreds of dollars - and Aussies are furious
Drivers have been left outraged after footage emerged of a mobile speed camera nestled in bushes and hiding from unsuspecting motorists.
Drivers have been left outraged after footage emerged of a mobile speed camera nestled in bushes and hiding from unsuspecting motorists.
The camera was caught mounted on a trip on a road at Yugar on the outskirts of Brisbane.
A passerby snapped a photograph of the sneaky set-up and claimed there were no warning signs raised within the area.
Social media users were left furious with some labelling the act revenue raising.
If (speed cameras) are hidden, its not about safety, its about revenue, one argued.
Remember, its definitely for safety and not to raise money, another echoed sarcastically.
One joked the revenue raising was essential to make up for the money lost after the state government slashed public transport fares.
(Theyve) got to pay for 50c public transport somehow, they wrote.
A safety camera tucked away under the dappled light of a eucalyptus tree has sparked debate
Other motorists defended the move claiming there was no issue for those who were following the speed limit.
A speed camera is kind of pointless if you have enough time to slow down and then just speed up again, one said.
The point is to not speed cause you know you wont spot it before you get done.
How about just (do) not speed. Wont have an issue if you dont, another seconded.
Many were confused about the legality of the camera placement, comparing NSWs mobile camera laws with Queenslands.
In NSW, the state government instructs that motorists must be alereted that they are approaching a fixed digital speed camera.
Camera vehicles are marked in both states - however around 30 per cent of them in Queensland are not.
Queensland Police said they were unable to verify the exact location or camera in the footage, but said their TruCam speed camera can be tripod-mounted and has been used by the force for several years.
Queensland police use a range of different speed checking devices to monitor motorists
Speeding in Queensland attracts heavy fines, getting caught driving between 11 and 20km/h over the speed limit can lead to fines of $464 and three demerit points.
Driving within 20 and 30km/h over the speed limit carries fines of $696 and a penalty of four demerit points.
Stuart Thistlewood, CEO of the company behind EasyAs driver school, said the clip was posted as a light-hearted observation with a serious bottom line.
These types of cameras are becoming more common and while we understand the need for enforcement, their sudden appearance can catch drivers off guard, particularly newer drivers who may feel less confident, he told Yahoo.
Mr Thistlewood advised learner drivers to be cautious when on the roads.
Learner drivers and P-platers in particular should always drive slightly under the speed limit as they have fewer points to spare.
