This page contains information on e-scooters use in Dunedin.
Scooters are a popular way to get around Dunedin. E-scooters may be ridden on the footpath, shared paths and roads.
On the footpath users must:
- be careful and considerate and ride the scooters at a speed that doesn't put other people on the footpath at risk.
- give way to both pedestrians and people on mobility devices.
Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency website has more information about rules relating to e-scooters.
Riding in parks or reserves
E-scooters are allowed in some parks and reserves but can’t be used in the Botanic Garden.
They’re allowed in areas of parks and reserves set aside for vehicles, such as driveways, carparks and shared paths. The speed limit is 10 kilometres per hour, unless stated otherwise.
Parking e-scooters
When parking a shared e-scooter, make sure it is upright and close to the kerb edge where lampposts, signs and rubbish bins are usually placed. This means they won't block the path of people using footpaths.
Avoid parking e-scooters on narrow footpaths or in busy areas where there isn't enough room for people to pass. Similarly, check to ensure you are not blocking main thoroughfares, against fences, buildings or entrance ways.
Rental scheme operators
E-scooter companies are required to have a permit to operate a rental scheme operation in a public place. There is also a code of practice for rental scheme operators.
Neuron is the only permitted e-scooter operator in Dunedin, with up to 500 e-scooters that can be hired by the public.
Reporting issues
If you are involved in an accident or near miss with a rental e-scooter or you see an e-scooter that’s poorly parked, please report this to Neuron.
Neuron
09 303 0344