**Are Electric Skateboards Legal in Australia?

The 2025 State-By-State Guide**

Australia is one of the world’s strongest e-mobility markets — but also one of the most confusing. Laws change by state, enforcement varies by city, and riders constantly ask the same question:

“Can I legally ride my electric skateboard where I live?”

Here’s the clear, accurate, no-nonsense breakdown for 2025.

Queensland (QLD) – The Best State for E-Skate (Legal)

Queensland is the gold standard.
Electric skateboards fall under PMD (Personal Mobility Device) laws.

You CAN ride:
• Footpaths
• Shared paths
• Bike paths
• Some local roads
• Speed limit usually 12–25 km/h depending on area
• Helmets are mandatory

QLD is the most esk8-friendly region in Australia.

Australian Capital Territory (ACT) – Legal and Friendly

ACT follows similar rules to QLD.

You CAN ride:
• Paths, footpaths, shared paths
• Roads with low speed limits
• Helmets mandatory

This is one of the easiest, safest places to ride legally.

Western Australia (WA) – Legal, With Limits

WA officially allows electric skateboards as PMDs.

You CAN ride:
• Footpaths
• Shared paths
• Bicycle paths
• Local roads under 50 km/h

Top speed allowed: 25 km/h
Helmets mandatory.

Perth and Fremantle are huge esk8 hotspots.

Victoria (VIC) – Technically Illegal on Roads, But Commonly Tolerated

Here’s the truth Victoria riders already know:

Officially:
• Electric skateboards are NOT allowed on roads
• NOT allowed on footpaths
• NOT allowed in bike lanes

BUT…

Reality:
Police rarely enforce this unless you are riding dangerously, fast, or in traffic-heavy areas.

Safe riders using shared paths, parks, or riverside areas usually have zero issues.
Melbourne’s bike paths see hundreds of daily esk8 riders despite the technical ban.

New South Wales (NSW) – The Strictest State

Sydney is the most complicated part of Australia for e-skate.

Officially:
• Electric skateboards are banned from ALL roads
• Banned from ALL footpaths
• Banned from ALL bike lanes

Reality:
Enforcement is inconsistent.
Safe riding in parks, quiet paths, or around beaches often goes unnoticed.
But police can and do enforce bans if they want to.

NSW has the toughest environment for esk8 — but many riders still commute quietly.

South Australia (SA) – Illegal on Public Roads

Same situation as NSW and VIC.

Officially:
Electric skateboards are not legal on roads, paths, or public footpaths.

In practice:
Riders often use shared paths outside peak hours without issues.

Tasmania (TAS) – Becoming More Relaxed

TAS has recently improved its PMD rules.

You CAN ride:
• Footpaths
• Shared paths
• Some low-speed roads
• Speed limit: 15–25 km/h

TAS is quickly becoming mid-tier esk8 friendly.

Northern Territory (NT) – Similar to QLD/WA

NT allows PMDs broadly.

You CAN ride:
• Footpaths
• Shared paths
• Bike paths

Hot, open, long paths make NT perfect for long-range boards.

Which State Is the Best for Electric Skateboards?

1. Queensland – best in Australia

2. ACT

3. Western Australia

4. Tasmania

5. Victoria (legal grey zone, but highly active)

6. South Australia

7. NSW – the strictest but still rideable with caution

Why ONSRA Boards Are Perfect for Australia

Australia’s riding environment is brutal:
• Long distances
• Hot roads
• Strong sunlight
• Rough pavement
• Huge bike path networks
• Coastal salt and wind
• Powerful hill climbs

This is where ONSRA shines.

1. VELAR’s big wheels dominate rough Aussie pavement

Cracks, long bike paths, gravel transitions — no problem.

2. Carbon deck resists heat and humidity

Australian summer destroys cheap boards.
VELAR stays stiff, safe, and cool.

3. Belt drive torque is crucial for hills

From Brisbane river climbs to Melbourne’s inclines — belt drive wins.

4. No overheating issues

Australia melts weak ESCs and motors.
VELAR is built for harsh climates.

5. Long-range comfort

Australia LOVES long-distance riding.
ONSRA is built for it.

Where Australians Actually Ride (Real Spots)

• Brisbane riverside path
• Gold Coast beach paths
• Perth’s foreshore
• Melbourne Yarra Trail
• Canberra Lake Burley Griffin loop
• Adelaide Glenelg paths
• Sydney Centennial Park (safe times only)

Australia Buying Links

VELAR Electric Skateboard:
https://www.onsra.com/products/velar-electric-skateboard

All Boards:
https://www.onsra.com/collections/all-electric-skateboards-and-longboards