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Personal mobility devices – 10/7/2025 – https://mylicence.sa.gov.au/roadrules/personal-mobility-devices
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THANK YOU ALL FOR A WICKED FUN DAY!
We would like to formally thank the Yorkey’s Motorhome Association, especially Kevin and Roy who helped us organise time on the track today. Without your association covering the cost of the track today, we would not have been able to hold the first SAESK8 races ever (with no cost to participants)!
Thank you to all the riders that came and did their best. Footage from the day will be posted to the group page very soon!Six trophies were awarded, with Matt and Sascha taking two each, and Stan and Andy taking one each. Each is inscribed with their class and “fastest racer” title, along with SAESK8 Kapunda 2024.
The highlight of the day (for myself) was watching Stan and Stefan race neck and neck along the final stretch of the dirt EUC race, with Stan pulling ahead by only a metre or two to win in the last few seconds.
Kapunda Unsealed Track Race Results
ELECTRIC SKATEBOARD
1. Sascha H. – Evolve Renegade 🏆
2. Mick H. – Evolve Hadean Bamboo 🥈
3. Kerryn I. – Evolve Hadean Carbon 🥉ONEWHEEL
1. Matt W. – Onewheel VESC 🏆
2. Michael P. – Onewheel XR 🥈ELECTRIC UNICYCLE
1. Stan L. – Kingsong S22 Pro 🏆
2. Stefan K. – Begode Master 🥈
3. Andy L. – Begode T4 Pro 🥉Kapunda Sealed Track Best Lap Times
ELECTRIC SKATEBOARD
Sascha H. – Evolve Renegade
14.12 🏆 1st
14.13
14.20Mick H. – Evolve Hadean Bamboo
14.70 🥈 2nd
14.94
15.25Silas G. – Evolve Hadean Bamboo
15.06 🥉 3rd
15.15
15.40Ari H. – Propel Endeavour Pro
15.64
15.98
21.55Kerryn I. – Evolve Hadean Carbon
17.38
17.97
18.44Jack R. – DIY Shortboard
18.47
18.97
19.24ONEWHEEL
Matt W. – Onewheel VESC
18.68 🏆 1st
18.71
18.73Michael P. – Onewheel XR
24.60 🥈 2nd
25.47
25.50ELECTRIC UNICYCLE
Andy L. – Begode T4 Pro
14.95 🏆 1st
15.01
16.64Stefan K. – Gotway Tesla
15.87 🥈 2nd
16.10
16.61Stan L. – Kingsong S22 Pro
17.51 🥉 3rd
17.77
23.641. GIVE WAY TO PEDESTRIANS, pay attention to your surroundings and use your bell or voice if you are approaching someone who cannot see you. Slow down when passing pedestrians, do not intentionally startle people. 10km/h should be the approximate passing speed around pedestrians.
2. GIVE WAY TO THOSE IN FRONT OF YOU. This is similar to “give way to those downhill” in snowboarding. If they are carving give them room and don’t attempt to pass them until they stop carving and move over. When passing, say “on your right” to let someone know you are going to overtake.
3. MAINTAIN A LINE OF SIGHT with at least one person in front of you and one person behind you. If you get out of sight ahead of the rest of the group, slow down and wait for them to catch up This only applies to group rides, not time trials.
4. PASS ON THE RIGHT ONLY; don’t pass on the left. If you are riding slowly, please keep left. Don’t stop on the right side of pathways in the direction of travel; stop as far left as possible.
5. USE HAND SIGNALS to indicate your movements while riding:
5a. Point left and right with index finger and arm extended to indicate turning motion.
5b. Use a fully open hand, held up or to either side, to let others know you are stopping or slowing down.
5c. Wave one or both arms up and down like a bird to let others know you just rode over uneven or damaged surfaces.
5d. Point down at obstacles or badly damaged surfaces you see. Point toward dogs off lead or small children who may pose a risk.
5e. If you spot the police, pat your helmet repeatedly to alert others in the group. Don’t shout “police” or similar.6. TURN YOUR LIGHTS ON BEFORE IT’S DARK. Don’t rock up to night or evening rides if you haven’t got front and rear lights on your hardware.
7. WEAR A HELMET. Make sure it’s properly fitted. Make sure the strap is done up or buckled correctly. If you don’t bring one, you will be handed one. If you don’t wear one and still try to ride with us, you’ll be asked to not join us in the future, and I’ll kick you from the group.
8. LEND ASSISTANCE TO THE INJURED. This includes other members of our group, and members of the public. Let the group know to stop if there’s a fall or injury. Have someone find me (Michael) or Matt, we carry first aid. I am personally trained in first aid.
9. ASK PERMISSION FIRST before riding someone else’s hardware. These are expensive devices and some people rely on them as their primary mode of transport. Be respectful when riding someone else’s hardware and don’t push it to the limits or ride it in a way that might cause damage. If you want to change device settings, ask the owner first. Don’t allow members of the public you just met to ride your device – they could steal it.
10. SHOW RESPECT TO EVERYONE. This includes other members of our group, and members of the public. If you are disrespectful or abusive to the point of drawing negative attention, I’ll kick you from the group. Don’t engage with haters. Ignore them and ride on. If we are stopped on a break and receiving abuse from a member of the public, come see me.
What you ride is up to you and you will take full responsibility for your own actions and any legality issues. If not, please do not attend. Read the disclaimer below for further clarification.
DISCLAIMER
Any organisers and any individuals associated with the EVENT or GROUP RIDE mentioned herein, including but not limited to SAESK8 and their agents, representatives, and affiliates, shall not be held liable for any legal claims, injuries, damages, losses, or any other adverse outcomes arising from participation in or attendance at the aforementioned EVENT or GROUP RIDE.
Participants and attendees of this EVENT or GROUP RIDE are hereby acknowledging and accepting that their participation is voluntary and at their own risk. By participating or attending, individuals assume full responsibility for any personal injury, property damage, or any other consequences that may arise. They are also responsible for ensuring their compliance with any applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Any organisers and individuals associated with the EVENT or GROUP RIDE shall not be liable for any third-party claims or disputes that may arise in connection with the EVENT or GROUP RIDE.
By participating in or attending the EVENT or GROUP RIDE, all individuals agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the organisers and any associated individuals from any and all liability for any claims, demands, causes of action, costs, or expenses arising from their participation or attendance at the EVENT or GROUP RIDE.
This disclaimer is in effect for all participants and attendees and is legally binding upon their participation in the EVENT or GROUP RIDE. If you do not agree with the terms outlined in this disclaimer, we advise you not to participate or attend.
By participating in or attending the EVENT or GROUP RIDE, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this disclaimer.
Prior to 2019
Multiple members of SAESK8 and the wider PEV community ask members of parliament why our devices are not legal. John Bolton does the most representing our group’s interests and keeping the conversation alive between lawmakers.2019 – 2021
Sent multiple emails and letters to Transport Minister of Liberal Steven Marshall State Government – response was a copy and paste rehash of the current laws with no plans for the future. No action taken.2020
The National Transport Commission make an amendment to the Australian Road Rules to include privately owned devices. Recommendations are made to each state to form their own legislation based on the NTC framework.Jan 2022
Reached out to opposition Labor party, Greens, and Independent ministers for their position on the issue of PEVs being legalised in public – used registered mailers to ensure with certainty that ALL members of parliament and ALL election candidates receive this communication.
Labor party agreed to consult with the public on the issue if elected to government.
Greens party agreed to legalise under the provision they are operated safely.
Independents chose not to respond, or responded with “no comment at this time”.Feb – March 2022
Canvassed with flyers and information days informing the public that the issue exists, and that the opposition Labor party and Greens would support issue better than current government. Advised the public to vote for a change of government.March 2022
Liberal Steven Marshall State Government voted out and replaced by Labor majority Peter Malinauskas State Government. Greens won no seats in lower house, but Robert Simms MLC retained his position in upper house.
We embarked upon six month endeavour to get as many signatures as possible in support of the legalisation of PEVs in public. Weekends spent in shopping malls across the city, mostly Rundle Mall, petitioning the public.April 2022
We hold our inaugural Public Safety and Training day at Tonsley Innovation District. Liberal Opposition Leader David Speirs MP attends and shares his positive stance for environmental solutions in e-mobility.June 2022
Select Committee of the Legislative Council established to inquire into and report on Public and Active Transport in South Australia – committee formed by Greens member Robert Simms MLC.August 2022
Met with Labor Police Minister Joe Szakacs MP to submit our 600+ signature written petition to be presented in Parliament.
Electric Riders Australia joins us on the ground in SA to provide assistance liaising with the opposition Liberal party.
Petition formally accepted into Parliament.October 2022
John Bolton and I made speeches at meeting with Committee for Public and Active Transport. Our written submissions are also added to the findings of the committee.January 2023
We held another Public Safety and Training day, this time attended by Police Minister Joe Szakacs MP. He expressed his support for the safe operation of e-mobility devices in public, and his hopes for new legislation in the near future.
We appeared on TV news networks with Opposition Leader David Speirs and Shadow Transport Minister Vincent Tarzia. Liberal party announces they will submit a new amendment bill / legislation to Parliament in support of privately owned PEVs. Stories are aired on 7, 9, 10 and ABC news.February 2023
Committee for Public and Active Transport release their report in favour of the legalisation of privately owned e-scooters and other e-mobility devices in public spaces, in line with other state jurisdictions.
The Liberal party Opposition amendment bill is voted down by the sitting Labor government, citing issues with incompleteness, safety and insurance. We reach out to the government, asking them to submit their own legislation, which the opposition party will now support.April – May 2023
The Labor state government begin a new consultation period on e-mobility on the YourSAy website. We provide flyers and information to the public again, asking for support in legalising privately owned PEVs in public. Consultation period ends in May.June 2023
I submitted a Freedom of Information request to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport to release the results of the YourSAy consultation. The FOI request goes unanswered.
We hold another Public Safety and Training day, this time attended by Labor member for Elder, Nadia Clancy MP, and also by Liberal member for Hartley and Shadow Transport Minister Vincent Tarzia. Both members assure us that their party has heard our frequent complaints and will support us moving forward.July – August 2023
We met with Shadow Transport Minister Vincent Tarzia and TV news networks again to call out the sitting Labor government on their inaction thus far. Stories are aired on 7, 9, 10 and ABC news.
After following up on the FOI request on several occasions, it appeared as though progress stalled. I submitted a complaint to Ombudsman SA, as all deadlines in regards to the FOI request have been missed by the government.September 2023
Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis reaches out to acknowledge our inquiry into the consultation – he advises that an update from the government is to be expected in the coming months.October 2023
Some rental PEVs and e-scooters removed from esplanade track in anticipation of new legislation in the coming months. Charles Sturt council reconsiders rental scheme.November 2023
Ombudsman SA responds to complaint regarding ignored FOI request – suggests resubmitting a new FOI request.December 2023
State government released statistics and feedback from the YourSAy consultation – results are positive and in favour of legalisation.February 2024
News announced that amendment to SA road rules may be deferred to 2025 and that the Adelaide City Council intends to extend the rental e-scooter/PEV scheme for another 12 months.May 2024
After a teenager was arrested for riding an escooter in public, Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis goes on ABC breakfast radio to clarify that new PEV law amendments will be presented to Parliament in either June or July of this year.June 2024
Statutes Amendment Bill introduced to Parliament by Labor Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis.August 2024
Statutes Amendment Bill passes the lower house successfully.October 2024
Statutes Amendment Bill progress stalled in the upper house, as the Liberal party demands inclusion of the nominal defendant scheme (public insurance for hit-and-runs) into the bill. Labor party rejects the changes.November 2024
Statutes Amendment Bill passes the upper house successfully. Legalisation tentatively called for early 2025, once DIT implements the new laws.December 2024
The Department of Infrastructure and Transport hold a round table consultation with stakeholders from industry and regulators, and community groups such as us. The feedback from this consultation will result in the formation of the final regulations, which will come into effect mid to late March 2025, pending government approval.March 2025
Transport Minister confirms the law change will be enacted in the first half of 2025.June 2025
New laws announced on Thursday the 26th of June, allowing PEVs that are privately owned to operate in public. First legal day set to be Sunday the 13th of July.July 2025
LEGAL IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA!
