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7NEWS
2 days ago
- 7NEWS
New details emerge after golf instructor Darren Golsby allegedly tried to mow down couple at Arncliffe, Sydney
A golf instructor accused of trying to ram two strangers with his car after an argument has been slapped with two AVOs since he was granted bail, a court has heard. Darren Peter Golsby, 50, was arrested after allegedly trying to mow down the couple with his black Toyota Kluger as they walked their dog through Riverine Park at Arncliffe, in Sydney's south, on Easter Sunday. The father-of-two was taken into custody and charged with seven offences before being granted bail the following day. Dressed in jeans, sneakers, and a black puffer jacket, Golsby fronted Sutherland Local Court on Tuesday in relation to the alleged road rage incident and the AVO matters. can reveal the two AVOs — which do not relate to the Arncliffe couple — were issued by police in May on the behalf of one of Golsby's male relatives and a woman. Golsby's lawyer told Magistrate Philip Stewart his client had been released from Sutherland Hospital last Wednesday after being admitted for three months to receive treatment. The court heard Golsby's legal team have paid for examinations to be completed, which his lawyer intends to send to a psychiatrist for the purpose of a report. Magistrate Stewart told Golsby's lawyer his client needed to enter a plea as the case has been before the court for three months, but the lawyer said he had not had a chance to discuss the matters with him because he was in hospital. Magistrate Stewart adjourned all of the matters for a week to allow Golsby and his lawyer to have time to speak ahead of entering a plea. Police were initially called to the intersection of West Botany and Spring St, in Arncliffe, about 8.20am on 20 April to reports of predatory driving. A couple told police they were walking their dog, a staffie, on the verge when they heard a car, allegedly being driven by Golsby, loudly revving behind them. Golsby allegedly narrowly missed them as he drove past, sparking an argument between him and the man. The couple then entered Riverine Park, with Golsby allegedly driving into the park and towards the couple several times, forcing them to have to jump out of its path to avoid being hit. Golsby allegedly exited the vehicle at the scene and was arrested by police. The couple were not hurt but their dog was treated for a minor injury sustained during the alleged incident. In relation to the alleged road rage incident, Golsby has been charged with one count of negligent driving, three counts of stalk/intimidate (one count in regards to the woman and two relating to the man), armed with intent (using a car to intimidate), menacing driving, and destroy property (the sporting field grass at Riverine Park). Under his bail conditions, Golsby is banned from entering Riverina golf park or from being 150 metres of it. He must also not be near or contact any members of the prosecution or witnesses and cannot drive or occupy the front seat of a vehicle. At his bail hearing in April, Golsby's legal team said they anticipate he will plead not guilty and he disagrees with the allegations before the court. The court also previously heard he is married and is the sole breadwinner for the family, employed as a fridge salesman and intermittently working as a golf instructor and Uber Eats delivery driver. Golsby is next due before Sutherland Local Court on August 5.
West Australian
10-06-2025
- Business
- West Australian
RAC survey shows fear of sharing road with drivers a major barrier for people considering cycling in Perth
A fear of sharing the road with drivers has emerged as a major barrier for people considering cycling in Perth, with a new survey showing fewer than one in seven feel comfortable riding on a busy street. A new RAC survey of 330 people to be released on Wednesday revealed the biggest reasons for and against getting on a bike according to cyclists. Almost a third (30 per cent) said Perth's lack of safe, comfortable and connecting bike routes was a deterrent from riding more often. Asked what would make them more comfortable on a busy street, 85 per cent said they wanted a separated bike path while 75 per cent wanted a protected bike lane. RAC's Will Golsby said the survey highlighted the need for increased investment for infrastructure as a key factor in increase cycling uptake and help manage congestion. 'WA has some good cycling infrastructure but it can be disconnected so driving becomes the default option, which contributes to congestion and diminished air quality,' Mr Golsby said. 'We need to make active travel an attractive option to entice people — of any age or ability — to walk or ride for short trips rather than take the car. 'WA's population has been the nation's fastest growing over the last two years so it's crucial we work towards a mix of safe and diverse transport options to help relieve population-fuelled travel issues.' Making neighbourhoods more pedestrian and cyclist friendly was also popular, with four in five calling for the change, while two third backed increasing government spending for active travel. 'The WA Government has earmarked around $78 million a year over four years but more investment is required to get us where we need to go,' Mr Golsby said. 'We've called for more government investment to help expedite works and enable more Western Australians to feel comfortable cycling.'
Perth Now
10-06-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Major fear deterring people from cycling in Perth revealed
A fear of sharing the road with drivers has emerged as a major barrier for people considering cycling in Perth, with a new survey showing fewer than one in seven feel comfortable riding on a busy street. A new RAC survey of 330 people to be released on Wednesday revealed the biggest reasons for and against getting on a bike according to cyclists. Almost a third (30 per cent) said Perth's lack of safe, comfortable and connecting bike routes was a deterrent from riding more often. Asked what would make them more comfortable on a busy street, 85 per cent said they wanted a separated bike path while 75 per cent wanted a protected bike lane. RAC's Will Golsby said the survey highlighted the need for increased investment for infrastructure as a key factor in increase cycling uptake and help manage congestion. 'WA has some good cycling infrastructure but it can be disconnected so driving becomes the default option, which contributes to congestion and diminished air quality,' Mr Golsby said. 'We need to make active travel an attractive option to entice people — of any age or ability — to walk or ride for short trips rather than take the car. RAC General Manager Corporate Affairs, Will Golsby. Credit: Simon Santi / The West Australian 'WA's population has been the nation's fastest growing over the last two years so it's crucial we work towards a mix of safe and diverse transport options to help relieve population-fuelled travel issues.' Making neighbourhoods more pedestrian and cyclist friendly was also popular, with four in five calling for the change, while two third backed increasing government spending for active travel. 'The WA Government has earmarked around $78 million a year over four years but more investment is required to get us where we need to go,' Mr Golsby said. 'We've called for more government investment to help expedite works and enable more Western Australians to feel comfortable cycling.'
