The changes, which come into effect on October 15, are part of a red-tape reduction initiative and will result in a more streamlined process for motorists.

Drivers involved in traffic crashes where their vehicle needs to be towed - where no one is injured, all parties exchange particulars and no one is under the influence of drugs/alcohol - can now organise their own tow and leave the area and later report the crash to the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.

In addition, drivers will no longer need to report minor collisions to police, even for insurance purposes.

Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander Assistant Commissioner John Hartley said these changes would result in a more streamlined process for motorists. "The changes will mean drivers involved in tow-away only collisions will now be able to safely make their way off the road and organise their own tow from the area," he said.

"The safety of drivers will also improve as they will be able to move from the crash site as soon as practicable, minimising the likelihood of any injury from a secondary impact as well as unnecessary wait time.

Currently they attend and investigate where a person is killed or injured, parties fail to exchange particulars, a driver is under the influence, or a vehicle involved requires towing from the scene.

Also, from October 15 reports of 'minor' traffic crashes -where vehicles do not require towing - will no longer require a police record to be made.

Police event numbers will no longer be issued for these incidents.