Preventing eRideable Injuries in Western Australia
e-Rideables are rapidly emerging as a popular mode of transport in Australia, offering a convenient, cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative for short trips. However, this rise in popularity has been accompanied by a rise in injury rates, with hospitals reporting more cases of fractures, head injuries and collisions involving riders and pedestrians. It was seen that St John WA responded to 120 incidents in 2021, increasing to 276 in 2022, 453 in 2023, and 539 in 2024.
Recently, the Parliament of Western Australia released the “Inquiry into the safety, regulation and penalties associated with the use of electric powered mobility devices”. It highlighted the need for urgent public education.
Join Injury Matters for the “Preventing eRideable Injuries in Western Australia” webinar on 19 May 2026, 10:00 am – 11:00 am. This webinar will explore:
- The incidence of eRideable injuries in WA
- An overview of current legislation, including key outcomes and recommendations from the recent WA Inquiry
- Characteristics and behaviours of eRiders
- An example of a practical eRideable education program
Your speakers:
- Roisin Sweeney, Injury Matters
- Paul Roberts, UWA
- Josh Curulli, WestCycle
Who should attend?
This webinar is suitable for Local Government Professionals, Community Engagement Officers, Community Development Officers, Health Promotion Officers, Policy Makers, Road Safety Stakeholders.
