“I welcome many of the recommendations from the Inquiry but there are a few things that must be called out. In regards to the speed limit, the Inquiry recommendations represent a shift when it comes to existing bike on footpath laws and now e-bikes on footpaths. We’ve gone from only allowing under 16s and accompanying parents to ride bikes on footpaths to a free for all for e-bikes, with everyone, including adults, allowed to ride e-bikes and e-scooters on footpaths.  Footpaths shouldn’t be treated like shared paths and should remain limited to under 16s with a speed limit that’s enforced.” 

You can read the full article here: Pittwater Life March 2025 Issue