March 2020
We recently celebrated our first membership redemption, where Kate renewed her families membership using bike cash she earned through the Cashback program.
Powering ahead with our events
A lot of things are uncertain at the moment, but here's a quick update from our General Manager of Events, Rebecca Lane on the status of our upcoming events.
BikeSpot 2020 kicks off
BikeSpot 2020 offers bike riders and drivers an opportunity to share perceptions of bike riding safety in Victoria, and prioritise areas of improvement.
More MTB tracks closed
MTB tracks in Tasmania have closed due to COVID-19
Work starting on major new bike bridge
Construction is due to start on a major new bike link into Melbourne connecting the western suburbs to the city.
Properly price parking to fix congestion
The State Government’s key transport advisory body, Infrastructure Victoria, has called for major reforms to car parking so more bike lanes can be built.
Funding boost for Forrest MTB
The revitalisation of the Forrest Mountain Bike Park has the green light following a $500,000 grant offer from the state government.
Dooring tech takes another step
Ford have taken a step forward in dooring technology by creating a system that actually prevents the door from being opened wide when a bike is approaching.
Southern Cross Station security upgrades
Work will soon be underway on security upgrades at Southern Cross Station that may inconvenience some riders as construction progresses.
Canning Street detour switch
The installation of the major water main in Canning Street will enter Stage 5 next week with the detour in place at Park Street in North Carlton.