Western Australia Road Rule Changes from July 2025: What You Need to Know

Starting July 1, 2025, Western Australia will roll out a number of major changes to its road rules and penalties. These new regulations are designed to improve road safety, bring enforcement into the digital age, and clarify existing policies that impact drivers every day. If you drive in WA, now is the time to get familiar with what is changing.

Using a mobile phone while driving will now come with a $700 fine and five demerit points, even if the car is stationary at traffic lights. Repeat offenses within a 12-month period may attract doubled penalties or possible license suspension.

Speeding and red light violations have also seen substantial penalty increases. Drivers exceeding the speed limit by 10 to 20 kilometers per hour will face a $580 fine and three demerit points, while running a red light will cost $950 and carry the same demerit penalty.

There are also stricter rules around seatbelt use and child restraints. Failing to wear a seatbelt now carries a $600 fine and six demerit points. Improper use of child restraints attracts a fine of up to $1,000 and the same number of points. These rules will be backed by random roadside compliance checks, particularly in school zones and among rideshare services.

The state is also expanding its use of AI-powered enforcement cameras. These cameras will monitor speeding, mobile phone use, and seatbelt compliance, and they will be active across both urban and regional locations. The goal is to improve detection accuracy and reduce the burden on manual enforcement.

Speed limits in high-risk areas are also being reduced, with some zones dropping by as much as 40 kilometers per hour. This change is aimed at protecting pedestrians and vulnerable road users, particularly in crowded or built-up areas.

From December 1, 2025, new restrictions will apply to red P-plate drivers. They will only be allowed to carry one passenger, with limited exceptions. Breaches of this rule will result in a $200 fine and two demerit points. These new limits are part of a broader strategy to protect younger, less experienced drivers and reduce the risk of fatal accidents.

Please note: The information in this post is based on the latest available updates at the time of writing. Rules, fines, and policies may have changed since publication. Please refer to official Western Australian Government websites for the most current information.

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