Australia news live: Minns flags new regulations halving ebike top speeds as rider dies in Sydney collision

New regulations are being considered in Australia to reduce the maximum power of ebikes from 500 watts to 250 watts. This announcement follows a fatal collision in Sydney involving an ebike rider.

NV Nick VisserThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2025-12-01 · 22:47 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min

Australia news live: Minns flags new regulations halving ebike top speeds as rider dies in Sydney collision

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New regulations are being considered in Australia to reduce the maximum power of ebikes from 500 watts to 250 watts. This announcement follows a fatal collision in Sydney involving an ebike rider. The proposed changes aim to enhance safety for riders and pedestrians. In related news, the New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) is urging holidaymakers to create fire safety plans due to 36 active fires across the state. The NSW RFS advises families to discuss evacuation strategies and safety measures in case of fire threats during the summer months.

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NSW RFS urges holidaymakers to have a fire plan while traveling.

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36 fires burning across NSW at 6pm yesterday.

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A rider dies in Sydney collision involving an ebike.

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New rules for ebikes would see maximum power reduced from current 500 watts down to 250 watts.

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New rules for ebikes would see maximum power reduced from current 500 watts down to 250 watts. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast NSW RFS urges holidaymakers to have a fire plan while traveling With 36 fires burning across NSW at 6pm yesterday, the NSW Rural Fire Service told Guardian Australia it’s important for anyone living or travelling in a fire-prone area to have a discussion with their families about what you will do should a blaze threaten your location over the warm summer months. Continue reading...

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