Sydney to get parking zones for shared ebikes in bid to stop ‘wild west scenes’ of blocked footpaths
Summary
The New South Wales government in Sydney is spending $6.6 million to create special parking zones for shared electric bikes (ebikes) to stop them from blocking sidewalks. Local councils will get funds to mark these parking areas and can fine operators who don’t follow the rules.Key Facts
- Sydney has seen a big increase in shared ebikes, from 13,000 in January to over 20,000 in May.
- The government is giving $6.6 million to 16 local councils to make dedicated parking bays for ebikes.
- Ebike operators pay a 60 cent fee per trip that helps fund this program.
- Councils can set “no-go” zones and fine operators up to $55,000 for improper parking.
- Trials at train and metro stations have shown marked bays reduce bikes blocking sidewalks by half.
- Authorities can now seize and destroy private ebikes that go faster than 25 km/h.
- The government is also looking into setting a minimum age to ride an ebike.
- The program is meant to improve pedestrian safety amid more ebike injuries and chaotic parking.
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