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October 20, 2021
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Law enforcement: anyone care?

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Thanks David

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Dr Richard Harvey, Coopers Shoot

Could anyone please explain why cyclists in the Byron Shire do not have to wear helmets or have bells on their bikes?

I have lived in the northern rivers for over 40 years and been a keen cyclist, even on our terrible roads. But it seems neither the police nor the local councils are willing to enforce the law.

Are we afraid (or just don’t care ) that we may offend the tourists? On-the-spot fines could raise a lot of revenue.

They don’t miss us if we forget our seatbelts… what about cyclists’ head protection?

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