NSW authorities respond to growing complaints about shared e-bikes contributing to pedestrian congestion. Multiple outlets report that the rapid growth of shared e-bike trips has created what is described as “wild west” scenes in one city, with concerns focused on how bikes are left in public walkways and contribute to clutter. In response, the NSW government has pledged to introduce measures aimed at reducing the impact of e-bikes on pedestrian movement. The reporting frames the crackdown as an effort to manage where and how shared e-bikes are parked or left when not in use. The articles do not indicate a single specific regulation being used immediately, but they describe the action as a planned crackdown supported by government funding, with the goal of improving pedestrian safety and accessibility. The sources agree on the central issue: increased shared e-bike activity is triggering public concern, and NSW is moving toward enforcement and management steps to address clutter on footpaths.