Fatbikes are wreaking havoc in Sydney's wealthy beach suburbs
Teens are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge.
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"I compare it to Covid."
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""I compare it to Covid," says Harold Scruby, the chairman of the Pedestrian Council of Australia."
— Harold Scruby , Activist
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Teens are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge.
Teenagers riding illegal e-bikes are causing frustration among locals in Sydney's beach suburbs, with reports of reckless behavior and safety concerns.
The surge in illegal fatbike usage among teens in Sydney's beachside areas is leading to safety issues and community unrest.
Teenagers are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge.
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