Community backlash has forced a state government that promised a "nation‑leading" e‑mobility crackdown to water down its reforms.
Revised laws under Queensland's Liberal National government will still give police some of the strongest powers in the country.
However the government has backed down on plans to ban children under 16 from e-scooters and e-bikes after "vehement criticism" of the bill.
Amended legislation to be introduced to the Queensland Parliament will allow children aged 12 to 17 to ride e-mobility devices without a driver's licence, provided they are under parental supervision.
The changes walk back an earlier proposal that would have required riders to be at least 16 and hold a licence.
The LNP government has also stepped away from tightening speed rules on footpaths, abandoning a push for a 10km/h cap.
