Tasmania Only State Not Adopting New Helmet Standard

Media release – Kidsafe Tasmania, 25 September 2025

Tasmania Falling Behind on New Helmet Standard

Tasmania is now the only state yet to adopt the new bicycle helmet standard, a move that risks leaving families, riders and businesses at a disadvantage.

Kidsafe Tasmania has been speaking with local business, Pedal Bite Bicycle Garage in New Town about the challenges of our state not being in alignment with the rest of the country.

Pedal Bite Bicycle Garage Manager, Simon Waters, said the delay in adopting the new standard could have real consequences for both riders and retailers.

“I’m concerned this will directly impact on local businesses like ours if we are unable to access helmets that can legally be used by riders and tourists,” Waters said.

“We want everyone adults and children to leave our store with a safe helmet that meets the standard.”

The Consumer Goods (Bicycle Helmets) Safety Standard 2024 introduces a transitional period of 18 months for suppliers to meet the requirements, giving the industry time to adapt. All other states and territories have already moved to align with the change.

Kidsafe Tasmania CEO Jenny Branch-Allen has called on the Tasmanian Government to act quickly.

“We encourage the Minister to expedite the introduction of the standard into Tasmania to align with every state and territory,” Branch-Allen said.

According to federal authorities, the introduction of helmets meeting approved overseas criteria will increase competition in the market and significantly reduce costs for consumers.

Branch-Allen said this was an important step for families across the state.

“We want parents to have access to the best and safest helmets at an affordable price. Cycling is a great way for families to stay active together, but safety must always come first.”

Kidsafe Tasmania has been working closely with Pedal Bite Bicycle Garage on a community project to educate families on what to look for when buying a helmet and how to fit it correctly.

“It’s about making the whole family safer when enjoying a bike ride together,” Branch-Allen said.

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