The NSW State Government has announced changes to the demerit point system. From 1 July, the following demerit point system will apply for unrestricted licence holders:

• 1 to 10kmh over the speed limit will attract one demerit point and an $84 fine;
• 11 to 20kmh over the speed limit will attract three demerit points and a $197 fine;
• 21 to 30kmh over the speed limit will attract four demerit points and a $338 fine;
• 31 to 45kmh will result in a three month suspension, five demerit points and a $647 fine;
• Over 45kmh will result in a six month suspension, six demerit points and a $1,744 fine.