E-scooter rental companies say proposed laws threaten Qld viability
By Will Murray
The government's proposed legislation — including new licensing requirements, a 10km/h speed limit on footpaths, and an age restriction — are expected to become law in July.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-27/qld-e-mobility-inquiry-new-legislation-neuron-lime/106609938
'Overpowered' electric motorbikes could still be sold under proposed e-bike laws
By Stephen Clarke
Cycling advocates say as long as the electric dirt bikes are sold for use on private land, they won't have to meet the stringent requirements of regular e-bikes.
A trial that started years ago says the costs are too high because the charging infrastructure doesn’t exist in the same way as refueling infrastructure exists.
Honest, comparative reporting would include that key piece of information in the headline. The headline would also use the past tense in the word “found” instead of “finds”
Charging infrastructure for cars is growing rapidly. The same will need to occur for viability in the trucking industry, particularly for remote / bespoke transport routes like the logging industry.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-02/electric-truck-trial-finds-not-cost-effective/106516084
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