> however bicycles are not permitted on the pedestrianised sections of George Street

How do you know that is the case/is there a way we can check? The last time I chatted to a police officer on George street cycling is permitted wherever the entire street has been pedestrianised (ie. no curb between light rail and footpath).

I cycle between Liverpool St (via the cycleway) and ~King Street every day in both directions and haven't had any issues. I see lots of other cyclists and I don't see any signs suggesting no bicycles.