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Queenslands new e-bike bill faces backlash from councils and advocacy groups, who argue the proposed restrictions are excessive and could hinder active transport. The bill would ban riders under sixteen, require a drivers license, and cap speeds at ten kilometers per hour. Critics claim these rules are overkill for common e-bikes, which typically assist up to twenty-five kilometers per hour. They worry the restrictions could push riders onto busier roads or discourage e-bike use altogether, worsening traffic. Studies show regular bikes cause more injuries than e-bikes, and most serious crashes involve cars, not paths. The debate underscores the need for safer streets without stifling green transport options.

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