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The Bloke Mar 23rd 2008 11:58 am

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by annqldau (Post 6094974)

Police here just don't seem to have or have the freedom to think for themselves. They are sneaky in getting people for speeding so think it's only fair to be sneaky in police trap avoidance to level up the playing field.

Then they get you for having an illegal detector device fitted.;)



Originally Posted by annqldau (Post 6094974)
Get yourself a UHF radio either fixed or hand held and put on channel 40 well worth the money it will save you $1,000's in the long run.

Then they can have you for driving without due care or attention.;)

The Bloke Mar 23rd 2008 12:06 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by annqldau (Post 6069739)
Exactly 'a sign' not multiple signs at spaced differences to remind people.

In UK they found those flashing signs that reminded you of your speed and didn't fine you had a more drastic effect on peoples speed than cop cameras.


If you actually take the time to look, they do have speed signs spaced out along
the roads and streets in this fair land, but then maybe you are going too fast to notice them. If in doubt, get a vehicle that has a speed alarm fitted to tell you if you are exceeding the set limit. We've got one.

The Bloke Mar 23rd 2008 12:08 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by Reedy (Post 6069190)
The Aussies seem to speed here, they are always overtaking me when I am cruising at the speed limit- they just brake for the cameras as they know where they are......

Jazzy take note, us Aussie remember locations.

perksy Mar 23rd 2008 12:09 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 
I've got the all the speed cameras and the locations where the radar sites are, downloaded onto my tomtom here in the uk.....It must be possible to get the same for the australian tomtoms

The Bloke Mar 23rd 2008 12:11 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by perksy (Post 6101875)
I've got the all the speed cameras and the locations where the radar sites are, downloaded onto my tomtom here in the uk.....It must be possible to get the same for the australian tomtoms


Pity they randomly alter the locations slightly though, isn't it?

perksy Mar 23rd 2008 12:14 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 
There must be a web site where the sites are listed.

Theres plenty for uk speed traps

And they are often broadcast on local radio and local press

perksy Mar 23rd 2008 12:17 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 
Didnt take long to google http://www.policespeedcameras.info/

jazzys Mar 23rd 2008 12:18 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by perksy (Post 6101892)
There must be a web site where the sites are listed.

Theres plenty for uk speed traps

And they are often broadcast on local radio and local press

Its the mobile ones that are the problem, cops hiding in bushes etc.
And NO, I'm not joking.

Jazzys

perksy Mar 23rd 2008 12:20 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by jazzys (Post 6101906)
Its the mobile ones that are the problem, cops hiding in bushes etc.
And NO, I'm not joking.

Jazzys

Not sure what the laws are for oz but in the uk police have to state where the mobile ones will be operating on any given day

jazzys Mar 23rd 2008 12:23 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by perksy (Post 6101916)
Not sure what the laws are for oz but in the uk police have to state where the mobile ones will be operating on any given day

I'm not sure either but i'm not sure they stick to the rules anyway. They are a bit of a law unto themselves over here.

you can argue or even go to court to contest their decision but i don't think you'd ever win.

Maybe someone can provide evidence to the contrary but i have my doubts.

Jazzys

perksy Mar 23rd 2008 12:28 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 
If you look at the site I posted a link to above it lists all speed camera locations both fixed and mobile for every state in australia...should come in handy

The Bloke Mar 23rd 2008 12:47 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by cresta57 (Post 6069627)
Please Miss,
I'm a reformed speedster I've learned my lesson after my nine points in nine days excursion a number of years ago:o
I've been really good, really careful or really observant I can't decide which:huh:
I do know I developed the ability to spot a yellow safety jacket at 500m fairly quickly.
I have to get my new licence soon, I object to forking out every five years for one but I'm going to brush my hair & get a wash for this one, I may even shave:eek:

Hasn't the Gympie police got your ute listed among their 10 most wanted vehilces to book list?:D

PaulandNic Mar 23rd 2008 2:05 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by The Bloke (Post 6101843)
Then they get you for having an illegal detector device fitted.;)

I was always told you can ONLY get done if it's fitted, and IN USE. Fitted and powered by a cable to cig lighter, which accidently fell out just before you got pulled over, and they can't do nowt! ... :D

Prob different over here tho knowing Australia! ... :(


Originally Posted by perksy (Post 6101875)
I've got the all the speed cameras and the locations where the radar sites are, downloaded onto my tomtom here in the uk.....It must be possible to get the same for the australian tomtoms


Originally Posted by jazzys (Post 6101906)
Its the mobile ones that are the problem, cops hiding in bushes etc.
And NO, I'm not joking.

Jazzys

Yeah or just around the bend on a motorway!

They move about all the time and I fail to see how any website can keep up with locations!

>Trigger< Mar 23rd 2008 8:34 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 
14,731.......Looks like you weren't the only one mate,well maybe the only one caught twice..:rofl:

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/news...206981376.html

jazzys Mar 23rd 2008 8:47 pm

Re: I got nicked for speeding.
 

Originally Posted by >Trigger< (Post 6102855)
14,731.......Looks like you weren't the only one mate,well maybe the only one caught twice..:rofl:

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/news...206981376.html

Thanks for that trigger, not even sure if i've been done yet. But i am expecting it.

Jazzys:frown:


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