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CBC
9 hours ago
- General
- CBC
After nearly 50 years, iconic Portage and Main intersection reopens to pedestrians
It's been decades since people could cross Winnipeg's famed Portage and Main intersection above ground. But as of Friday morning, it's officially open again to pedestrians. The corner has been the topic of fierce debate for years, but Winnipeg's mayor says its reopening is a step toward revitalizing the city's downtown.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Street blocked in Cumbrian town after 'debris falling from building' blocking road
A TOWN centre street in Penrith has been left blocked after reports of 'debris falling from a building' in the area. Police received the report that debris was falling from a building on Devonshire Street in the town at 8:08am today, June 26 and have asked drivers to avoid the route where possible- due to the road currently being blocked by the incident. In a statement on social media, Eden police said: "Devonshire Street, Penrith is currently blocked after a report of falling debris from a building in the area. "Motorists are asked to avoid the route where possible. "Cars are able to to turn down Burrowgate, however no vehicles from Middlegate onto Devonshire Street, past Toymaster. Pedestrians can walk through Little Dockray."
ABC News
27-05-2025
- ABC News
Dozens hospitalised after car ploughs into crowd of Liverpool fans
Police and emergency personnel deal with an incident after a car collided with pedestrians near the Liver Building during the Premier League winners parade in Liverpool, England, Monday, May 26, 2025.(AP Photo/Jon Super) (AP: Jon Super)
ABC News
22-05-2025
- ABC News
Review into WA's e-scooter laws finds 'concerning' lack of compliance from riders
A review of WA's e-scooter laws have found a "concerning" lack of compliance with speed limits and a lack of enforcement, leaving pedestrians feeling unsafe. In 2021, the state government introduced laws to crack down on unsafe use of 'e-rideables' – encompassing everything from electronic scooters, unicycles, skateboards, roller skates and hoverboards. It does not include e-bicycles or devices like a Segway. Since then, the uptake of e-scooters and other e-rideables has skyrocketed, with the Road Safety Commission review describing them as a "mainstream" form of transport. Between 2017 and 2022, 74 people were admitted to Royal Perth Hospital with serious injuries resulting from a e-rideable incident. A review of the laws found while they are generally well-supported, some issues are causing problems — especially for pedestrians. While crash rates between e-riders and pedestrians were deemed "not significant", the report said many people felt unsafe after experiencing near-misses. The report described a concerning lack of compliance with the rules, like speeding and not giving way to pedestrians. There had also been examples of illegal or modified devices being used in public — such as larger, heavier and faster devices — and being sold in retail outlets. The report recommended more action was needed to decrease conflict between pedestrians and e-riders, especially on busy pathways. It also called for better enforcement of the rules, increased penalties, and more user education and programs for school children. The report recommended e-rideables should be allowed to be ridden on all roads with a speed limit of 50 kph or less, in order to spread the traffic. As part of the review, the Road Safety Commission conducted a survey of more than 1,000 people which found almost without exception, people found the enforcement of the laws was insufficient. Speeding along popular routes was the biggest concern, and other issues related to poor infrastructure that could contribute to crashes. It said given the small wheel size and lack of suspension, many e-rideables are heavily affected by things like cracks in pavement, tree roots and rough paving. The report said there was a general perception from people who don't ride e-rideables that they are dangerous. Nevertheless, it suggested their popularity would continue to increase as technology advances. The commission said it would now explore solutions to the issues raised in the review. Road Safety Minister Reece Whitby has been contacted for comment. Editor's note: An earlier version of this story referred to e-bikes. This review does not consider e-bicycles as an 'e-rideable'. It is focused on devices such as e-scooters and e-skateboards.
