The Queensland Government has launched a parliamentary inquiry into personal e-mobility devices in a bid to improve safety and address community concerns.
Personal e-mobility device use has increased over recent years, with many people now using e-scooters, e-skateboards and e-bikes to get around.
The availability and use of illegal e-mobility devices – some with high-powered motors and throttle control – has expanded in tandem.
In turn, e-mobility device-related injuries and fatalities have grown. Between 2021 and 2024 there was a 112% rise in injuries to e-mobility device riders, passengers and pedestrians.
Eight e-mobility device users died last year in Queensland.
The parliamentary inquiry will be established by the State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee and will focus on the:
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Benefits of e-mobility devices (including e-scooters and e-skateboards as well as e-bikes)
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Safety risks
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Current rules and how they compare with other jurisdictions
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Enforcement approaches
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Importation laws
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Communication and education
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Stakeholder views
"The increase in injuries and deaths we are seeing because of unsafe and unlawful riding cannot be ignored and I share the community's concern," said Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg.
"The Crisafulli government will hold a parliamentary inquiry to ensure we are doing everything we can to boost safety for both pedestrians and riders.
"It's important we consider all research and opinions, to ensure a safe and reliable future for e-scooters and e-bikes, especially as we welcome visitors from all over the world for the 2032 [Olympic] Games."
The state government is calling for feedback from all those affected.
"We want to hear from community members, road use groups, disability advocates, health and trauma experts, academia, the e-mobility industry and all levels of government," said Minister Mickelberg.
Instructions for making a submission can be found on the state government website.
Online submissions are due by noon on Friday 20 June 2025.
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