An inquiry was established by NSW Parliament on 6 June 2024 to inquire into and report on the use of e-scooters, e-bikes and related mobility options.
The closing date for submissions is 18 August 2024. Individual contributors may prefer to complete an online questionnaire rather than make a submission.
The use of e-bikes and e-scooters help relieve traffic congestion and enhance mobility. With considerate use, they work well in our community. However, their use and convenience should be balanced with the need for pedestrians to walk safely, especially in shared areas.
If you are interested in making a submission, here are some suggestions:
- Establish a regulatory framework with standardised rules for share e-bike and e-scooter operators.
- Empower local councils to penalise share e-bike operators for breach of such rules.
- Allow councils to limit the number of share e-bikes and e-scooters in their LGA.
- Establish designated pick-up and drop off zones for share e-bikes and e-scooters.
- Set speed limits for e-bikes and e-scooters.
- Consider restrictions on the use of e-bikes and e-scooters and other related mobility options in areas with high pedestrian traffic.
Please ensure that you complete the online questionnaire or submit your submission by 18 August 2024.
