Former ABC broadcaster Margaret Throsby recovering in hospital after being hit by ebike
Summary
Margaret Throsby, an 84-year-old former ABC broadcaster, was hit by an electric fat bike while walking on a shared path near Sydney. She suffered a broken hip, thumb, and head injuries and is now recovering in hospital after surgery.Key Facts
- Margaret Throsby was struck by two teenagers riding a fast electric fat bike in the Illawarra area south of Sydney.
- She broke her hip, injured her thumb, and had head wounds including large bruises (haematomas).
- Paramedics gave her pain relief and she had hip surgery the next day.
- Police spoke to the teenagers, a 16-year-old rider and his passenger, who stayed to help and are not currently facing charges.
- A police operation targeting illegal e-bikes and trail bikes occurred nearby but was not linked to this accident.
- Holly Throsby, Margaret’s daughter, called for laws to regulate kids riding powerful e-bikes, suggesting licensing and training.
- Margaret Throsby worked for ABC from 1967, breaking several first-woman broadcasting milestones.
- She is in good health aside from her injuries and is expected to recover with rehabilitation.
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