August 2018
We've revamped our Tasmanian campaigns page to add background on major issues needing attention across the state.
Cut out cutting corners!
Some breath-taking manoeuvres by riders in Footscray are proving to be troublesome and dangerous.
Is your bike secure enough?
Tasmania Police do not publish statistics on stolen bicycles, but Bicycle Network has been contacted by several people recently who believe electric bicycles are being targeted by thieves.
Minor price for major indiscretion
A punishment of 150 hours unpaid work was given to a driver who left a young bike rider in a critical condition on the road and waited to hand herself in.
Up and over for Upfield
The levels crossings removals planned for Moreland Road and Bell Street in Coburg will have significant implications for major bike routes in the suburb.
Sailing the narrows along the Port
The Footscray Road path is usually plenty wide enough for bikes. Except, from next week along the Port a section will be unexpectedly narrow.
Strange tales from the black box
Many modern cars, and probably all future cars, will have a tiny data collection device that will record everything that the driver and the vehicle gets up to.
Middle age is just the beginning for heart health
Research has found that intense exercise in middle age can forestall the impacts of a previously sedentary lifestyle and make your heart flexible and young again.
Yes, they really don’t see you
Only half of drivers are scanning for bike riders and pedestrians when they make left turns at intersections, according to new research.
Future of Yarra bridges under microscope
Ageing bridges over the Yarra that have been the bane of bike riders for years may finally be getting some attention, including at Walmer Street.