Hastings District Council warns of risks from e-motorbike riding

Otago Daily TimesRNZNZ Herald1NewsMonday 29 September 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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The Hastings District Council is educating the public about the dangers of riding electric motorbikes in parks and reserves. Officials say these vehicles pose safety risks to users and could damage archaeologically significant sites like Hikanui Pa. Police have advised people to report unsafe riding without putting themselves in danger.

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First reported by Otago Daily Times, Mon 29 Sep 2025, 7:12pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 16 hours
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