An elderly woman from Balgowlah was hospitalised with serious injuries after being struck by a child riding an e-bike near a bus stop area on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Incident Near Balgowlah Bus Stop
The incident occurred in Balgowlah, where the woman was near a bus stop and bus shelter close to her home when she was hit by an e-bike ridden by a child. She later described the e-bike as travelling at speed before the collision occurred.
Following the impact, she fell to the ground and sustained injuries to her head, face, and body.
Hospitalisation And Injuries
The woman was taken to hospital, where medical scans identified bleeding on her brain. She remained under observation for about a week and underwent repeated scans before doctors confirmed her condition had stabilised and allowed her to be discharged.
She later reported ongoing pain and headaches after returning home.
Immediate Aftermath
According to her account, the e-bike rider did not stop after the collision. Assistance was instead provided by a bus driver, who exited the bus while it was stationary at traffic lights, along with another member of the public.
After the immediate shock subsided, the woman returned home on her own. She later attempted to obtain CCTV footage from a nearby business, but the view was obstructed at the time of the incident.
Broader Safety Context
The Balgowlah incident has been reported alongside growing attention on injuries involving e-bikes and e-scooters, particularly among children and teenagers.
Figures cited in reporting show e-bike and e-scooter injuries treated within Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network increased from 78 cases in 2024 to 159 cases in 2025.
Current New South Wales settings referenced in coverage state that legal e-bikes must cut out at 25 km/h and have a maximum power output of 500 watts, with devices exceeding those limits treated differently under road rules.
Community Reaction
Public responses to the incident have varied. Comments included messages of concern for the injured woman, calls for stricter controls on e-bikes, and arguments cautioning against broader restrictions based on individual incidents.
The discussion reflects differing views within the community about how motor-assisted devices interact with pedestrian areas and shared infrastructure.
What Happens Next
No further information has been released about the e-bike rider involved in the collision. The incident continues to be referenced in ongoing discussions about safety, compliance, and the use of e-bikes in suburban areas such as Balgowlah.
Published 3-Feb-2026
