Communities and conveyancers have been invited to comment on the use of private e-scooters and other personal driving devices on the State’s road networks.
According to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport (DIT), e-scooters are only permitted for use under trial conditions, with trials currently operating within Adelaide’s CBD and North Adelaide, the City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters, the City of Charles Sturt and the City of Unley under a partnership between local councils and commercial e-scooter fleet operators.
DIT said that privately owned e-scooters, e-skateboards and other personal mobility devices (PMDs) are not currently allowed on South Australian public roads and paths.
It said that as part of the Road Safety Action Plan 2023-25, a wide consultation with private e-scooter users to local communities is committed to move beyond the trial phase to an ongoing model that allows riders to use their personal devices.
“A YourSAy survey will be launched and is seeking feedback on whether PMDs should be allowed, and if allowed,” DIT said.
“And if allowed, what kinds of devices should be permitted? Where should they be used? How big should they be? How fast should they be allowed to travel? What rules should apply to riders? And should they be registered and insured?” it said.
“The results of this consultation will allow the State Government to ensure any future framework for personal mobility devices, including for private purposes and on public roads and paths, is safe for all road users.”
DIT said community members have until Sunday, 21 May, to provide their feedback.
It said approved e-scooter trials would continue to operate and be monitored by the Department while consultation and feedback were considered.
The YourSAy survey can be accessed at this PS News link.
