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	Podcast:		Checkpoint
	Episode:		Rules changes for bikes and e-scooters under new proposal
	Category:		News & Politics
	Duration:		00:06:59
	Publish Date:		2026-02-25 04:26:00
	Description:		The government is proposing to make it legal to ride e-scooters in cycle lanes, and have children 12 and under ride their bikes on the footpath. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says it is part of its work to "fix the basics" in the New Zealand transport system, with consultation opening today on two packages for rule changes. Political reporter Lilian Hanly spoke to Lisa Owen.
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