Canberra now has more green around its streets with the new provider Lime shared e-scooter and e-bike service starting this week in the ACT.
"The ACT Government is pleased to have Lime provide shared e-scooters and also introduce shared e-bikes into the ACT to give Canberrans more flexible, sustainable and equitable travel options," Minister for City and Government Services, Tara Cheyne said.
"Shared e‑scooters and e‑bikes make active travel and public transport easier and more appealing, reducing the need to rely on a car for every trip."
These services provide a convenient and affordable option for short trips and first‑ and last‑kilometre connections to public transport, complementing the Government's current cost of living initiative to reduce monthly public transport fare caps.
"Expanding the program to include shared e‑bikes gives the community more choice and makes active travel more accessible. E‑bikes can support longer journeys, Canberra's terrain, and a wider range of fitness levels and abilities.
"This is particularly valuable while Canberra continues to grow and change. At a time when cost-of-living pressures are front of mind, expanded active travel options can also help ease everyday transport costs. Whether commuting, shopping, or linking with public transport, these options give Canberrans greater flexibility in how they move around.
"For their own safety and the safety of the community, riders must follow the rules when using these devices. Riders must be at least 16 years of age, and I encourage all riders to ride responsibly, wear a helmet and share our footpaths and shared spaces respectfully," Minister Cheyne said.
Lime uses geofencing technology to ensure devices operate safely and responsibly, including enforcing speed limits, no‑ride zones and designated parking areas. Speeds will be automatically reduced to 10 km/h at priority crossings and 15 km/h in busy, high‑congestion areas, supporting safer travel for riders and pedestrians alike.
Lime shared e-scooters and e-bikes are now available at all major town centres across Canberra (Belconnen, City, Fyshwick, Gungahlin, Majura, Molonglo Valley, Tuggeranong, Weston Creek and Woden).
Neuron has now ceased operations in the ACT. The ACT Government would like to acknowledge the important contribution that Neuron has made in providing shared e-scooter services to the ACT since 2020.
