From 1 July 2026, tougher laws for e-scooters and e-bikes will be rolled out including:
- new police powers to seize and destroy illegal devices
- riders must be aged 16+ and hold a licence from 31 August (some exemptions apply)
- parents can be fined if children under 16 ride illegally
- fines of more than $500 for offences including not wearing a helmet, doubling and careless riding
- 12km/h speed limits on footpaths and when passing pedestrians on shared paths.
Families are encouraged to check the new rules and talk to their child before they ride: https://streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au/e-bikes-e-scooters/