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AI Cameras Cut WA Road Offences by 80%
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Western Australias AI-powered road safety cameras have significantly reduced offences, with an 80% drop since implementation. The cameras have led to substantial behavior changes, particularly in phone use and seatbelt compliance. Over the next four years, an estimated $440 million in fines will bolster the Road Trauma Trust Account. Despite some driver complaints, the system has shown success, with speeding now the top offence, followed by phones and seatbelts. The oppositions road safety spokesperson hails the fine windfall as a game-changer, urging targeted funding for high-risk groups like regional men aged 30-60. The budget allocates $339.9 million for infrastructure, school safety, and enforcement, focusing on saving lives through smarter roads.
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