July 2019
Justin Benson and Hannah MacDougall from Pirates Cycling Club have provided a handy write-up for those interested in taking their bike riding to the next level.
$6.7m for ‘M2M’ Cycleway
The Palaszczuk Government has announced $6.7m for the next stage of upgrades to the popular Mooloolaba to Maroochydore Cycleway, along the Alexandra Headland.
Support Bicycles for Humanity and win
Help local charity Bicycles for Humanity Melbourne get people in Namibia riding – you could win a free Bicycle Network membership.
The Canning Street clamp begins
One of our most popular bike commuter routes, Canning Street, will soon also be the route of a major water main project, with planned detours to come.
Video: Yarra Valley Trail Project update
Construction of the Yarra Valley Trail Stage 1A continues. Old railways have been stockpiled for future heritage use. Check out the latest video update.
Hi-vis call for kids a low-light
In a step backward for active transport, a Queensland academic is encouraging parents to dress themselves and their children in hi-vis vests to improve pedestrian safety.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Coastal pathway erosion bill up to $11m, Dragon Trail MTB race looks for help, and Tasmanian woman's death results in new NY protected bike lane.
Using science to manage bike impacts on environment
The mountain biking community is getting on the front foot and making sure that as well as building trails, they're building environmental goodwill.
Riding reverses dementia decline, says WHO
The World Health Organisation has strongly recommended that adults with normal cognition undertake physical activity to reduce risk of cognitive decline.
Altona Meadows bridge causes a divide
Hobsons Bay council, pedestrians and bike riders have launched a joint campaign calling for a safe crossing over the Queen Street road bridge in Altona Meadows.