December 2, 2025

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Incident Overview
A man in his 30s has died after his e-bike collided with a garbage truck at an intersection in Sydney’s CBD on Tuesday morning, 25 November. Emergency services were called to Little Regent Street and George Street in Ultimo around 6am, where paramedics treated the rider but he died at the scene. The truck driver, a 28-year-old man, was taken to hospital for mandatory drug and alcohol testing. An investigation is underway, and a report will be prepared for the coroner. The fatality prompted comments from the NSW Premier, who described the incident as a “tragedy” while announcing upcoming changes to e-bike regulations.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 25 November 2025 (about 6am)
  • Location: Intersection of Little Regent Street & George Street, Ultimo (Sydney CBD), NSW

Vehicles Involved

  • E-bike — ridden by a man in his 30s
  • Garbage truck — driven by a 28-year-old man; taken for mandatory testing

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Male e-bike rider (30s) — treated by paramedics and died at the scene.
  • Other Injuries:
    • 28-year-old truck driver — no physical injuries; taken to hospital for mandatory testing.

Emergency Response

  • NSW Police and paramedics attended and provided treatment to the rider.
  • Police closed portions of Little Regent Street and George Street for scene examination.
  • A police tent was erected to preserve the crash site for forensic analysis.

Police Investigation
An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances of the collision.

  • The truck driver underwent mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
  • A report will be prepared for the coroner.
  • Crash Investigation Unit officers are collecting CCTV, witness accounts, and vehicle movement data.

Community Impact
The fatality has intensified public concern around e-bike safety in NSW, prompting the Premier to announce new legislation halving the maximum allowable e-bike power output to 250 watts. The government is also reviewing e-bike definitions in road rules amid rising use and safety incidents.

Appeal for Information
Police have urged anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage from the area at the time of the crash to contact investigators.

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or submit information online.