NSW Looks to Legalise E-Scooters and E-Bikes

Published on October 29, 2024

New South Wales (NSW) Transport Minister Jo Haylen is rallying behind a push to legalise e-scooters in the state despite concerns from the public. Statistics released by the government reveal 1 million residents in Australia’s most populous state have ridden an e-scooter, while there are 570,000 e-bikes and 459,000 e-scooters in homes. Despite these e-scooters being widely available in NSW, they are unable to be used on public streets. Minister Haylen said allowing people to ride an e-scooter to the shops or nearby train stations would take pressure off roads and reduce competition for parking. “It’s a big win for everyone, we just have a bit more work to do to get the balance right,” she said....

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