Queensland Parliament: E-bikes, Fuel Prices & Workplace Review

0:00Queen's Lands Parliament kicked off its three-day sitting this week with some big announcements on transport and workplace rules. Transport Minister Brent McElbert confirmed he'll table new laws to regulate e-bikes and e-scooters following a recent inquiry into their use across the state. These changes come after calls for clearer safety rules on where and how these vehicles can operate on roads and paths. Officials say the updates will balance convenience with public safety. Meanwhile, fuel prices dominate a question time, drawing fire from both sides. The government touted its role in pressuring the federal level for relief, while the opposition slammed the state for not fully tapping its own tools. To ease costs at the pump, Deputy Premier Jared Blagy also launched a review of the Industrial Relations Act and Workers' Compensation System. Experts, Glenn Ferguson and Gary Black will lead it starting this month targeting productivity dips and rising psychological injury claims.

1:00As the sitting continues through Wednesday, expect more debate on these fronts and how they hit everyday Queenslanders. That wraps Sydney News Today, brought to you with AI, I'm Corey with The Story.