Demerit points overseas

SCMRubix

SCMRubix

SCMRubix

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I'm currently living/working/travelling in Australia at the moment with my girlfriend.
A couple of days ago we received a not so pleasant letter from the police after my girlfriend was caught speeding by an mobile speed camera at the side of the road. :(

To be fair, she was only 3 car lengths away from a speed change (going from 60 zone up to 80kmph zone) and was caught just before the sign - seems a bit harsh.

The fine is $150 and 2 demerit points.
My question is, do those demerit points transfer on to a UK license once we arrive back home?

From a small amount of research via the internet the general talk is that she won't get any points on her UK license as Australia and Britain aren't really connected.

Anyone with any overseas speeding experiences?
 
Some of this has gone a little off topic but I really appreciate the replies.

There's no problem with paying the fine, just more of a worry for the demerit points.
My girlfriend is looking in to becoming a Paramedic and they need a clean license to be accepted I beleive.

Another question on the topic:
I'm am an Australian citizen, but have indefinite leave to remain in the UK - quite similar to having dual citizenship.
I have a British driving license and will be planning on staying in Australia for aprox a year. As far as I'm aware I don't have to change my license over as I have no intention for staying any longer.
Am I right in thinking this?
 
Might just tie up this thread by saying thanks to those helpful responses without swaying off topic too much :)
And I think the double demerit points are a great idea, just wait until you hear about the 'Double or nothing' option you get if you get 12 points ;)
 
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