July 2020
Environmental group Friends of the Earth is asking Victorians to complete a climate impacts survey to assist a submission to the state government's climate strategy.
City take first steps of big roll-out
The first 40 metres of what will be 40 kilometres of expanded bike infrastructure by the City of Melbourne hit the tarmac this week.
UK announces a bold vision to boost cycling
The UK government has announced a ‘cycling revolution’ in an effort tackle obesity and adapt to a COVID-19 world.
Time to plan new Yarra Bridge
A new bridge at the bottom of Church Street in Abbotsford could be the opportunity to finally have a decent ridable and walkable bridge across into Kew.
More path for Morpeth?
A new shared path along the bank of the Hunter River in Morpeth is being considered to commemorate the bicentenary of the town west of Port Stephens.
Rail shutdown to squeeze trail
The rail shutdown on the Upfield line and utilisation of bus replacement services will result in additional congestion around Brunswick Station until November.
Pedal for a purpose this August
Join Bicycle for Humanity's Pedal for a Purpose virtual challenge this August and help ride the distance from Melbourne to Namibia.
Northern Beaches Council adopt new bike plan
This week, Northern Beaches Council adopted their new bike plan which sets out the directions and actions to help make it easier for people to ride.
Google’s bikey update
Google Maps have announced new bike riding updates that make it easier for people to plan trips by share bike in ten cities around the world.
Park your bike and prevent it being pinched
While much has changed in the world in recent times, some things have stayed the same. Sadly, people are still stealing bikes from the street.
Short detour on Maribyrnong Trail
There will be a short detour on the Maribyrnong Trail for several days next week along the gravel segment of the trail, near the existing pipe bridge crossing of the river.
Melbourne CBD security works update
The installation of public security measures continues around the Melbourne CBD, including on or close to bike routes.
Cargo bike growth exploding
Data is from the first European cargo bike industry survey shows the industry is booming, with sales are expected to grow more than 50% in Europe this year.
Sedentary behaviour linked to fatal cancer
Just as more people are spending their lockdown hours sitting around at home comes news that you won’t want to hear: inactivity is associated with greater risk of cancer.
Lead footed drivers face enlightenment
In just two years time all motor vehicles sold in Europe will be required to have technology to reduce excessive speeds, significantly benefiting for road safety.
Social rides gear up for #Parkitfortheplanet
Our social ride leaders are putting on a jam-packed August schedule of rides for people to get ready to #parkitfortheplanet on Wednesday 26 August.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Coastal pathway frustration, RACT's Launceston vision, Legislative Council elections, Macquarie Point path and MTB on kunanyi/Mt Wellington features in this Tassie Bike News.
Glenorchy MTB plan takes in Tolosa Park
After an initial round of community input, Glenorchy City Council has released a masterplan to govern the future of its Mountain Bike Park and trails in the area, including a cycling hub within Tolosa Park.
La Trobe Street closure
The eastbound lanes of La Trobe Street—including the bike lane—will be closed to traffic for three weeks due to work on the Metro Tunnel project.
Phone distraction crackdown
The Victorian government this week launches a high-tech camera system that can detect drivers using mobile phones, and have a fine on the way in seconds.
Launceston to improve transport options
The state government and greater Launceston councils have banded together to produce a transport vision for the area and the good news is that cycling is front and centre.
Walmer Street switchback setback
The dreaded switchback ramp at the Walmer Street Bridge in Richmond—thought to be condemned to history—has been born again to continue its curse of the bike riders along Melbourne’s Main Yarra Trail.
Hill hunting in the ‘burbs
For those missing the mountains during lockdown, we're compiling a list of local hills in Melbourne. What hill do you have a love/hate relationship with?
Free up footpath riding to help stop the spread
Age restrictions on footpath bike riding should be removed in Melbourne to make it easier for people to exercise in local areas during COVID-19.
Trenerry Crescent – have your say on bike friendly changes
City of Yarra is exploring the idea of temporarily closing off a section of Trenerry Crescent between Clifton Hill and Abbotsford.
Should I wear a mask when riding?
There are exceptions to mask and face cover rules for people riding bikes, however you always need to carry one and should cover up when possible.
Final designs for new Upfield trail
With the shutdown of the Upfield line for the elevated rail project just weeks away, final designs have been released for the new stations and the bike trail that will link them.
Bike rider fatalities – half-year update
An update on the number of bike rider fatalities in Australia at the half-way point of 2020.
Manly drops and gives us 30
The trip across the harbour to Manly on a ferry has always been peaceful, but now your arrival will match that, with a new speed limit of 30km/h.
The wheels keep turning
John Fuller is about to turn 70 and his goal is to become the oldest ever Around the Bay participant. Here's his bike story.
Two new membership products
Bicycle Network is excited to launch two new membership products designed to support all riders and our mission for a more bike-friendly Australia.
Plans for new Southbank on show
The City of Melbourne has released concept plans for a major refresh of Southbank Promenade along the Yarra, that should improve things for bike riders.
Barwon Heads Road trail moves ahead
Plans for a new trail along Barwon Heads Road out from Geelong have firmed up as the project to duplicate the arterial goes forward to planning approval.
Melbourne tests traffic-controlling smart cameras
University of Melbourne researchers are rolling out a number of smart cameras that watch road users and could control traffic flow accordingly – in real time.
Ring Road Trail to get crossing upgrade
A horror crossing point on the M80 Ring Road Trail will be fixed as part of the level crossing removals project at Fitzgerald Road in Ardeer.
Dredging moves to Burnley Harbour
The dredging of sediment under the pontoons on the Main Yarra Trail will begin next week, causing detours until mid August.
A brighter ride on the Gardiners Creek Trail?
The Department of Transport is evaluating the effectiveness of the lights installed on Gardiners Creek Trail in 2014 — take their survey.
Tassie Bike News Bites
A shared path on the Bridgewater Bridge, new MTB Club and contentious intersection design in the Huon Valley, Devonport Showgrounds master plan, and new Hobart bike parking map feature in Tassie Bike News Bites.
Is that a battery under your kilt?
The Scottish Government wants more people on e-bikes and has plugged its community into a massive $A1.6M cash stream of encouragement.
Blood flow from exercise boosts memory
Scientists are homing in on why people who regularly exercise have good memory, even into later life: it's all about the blood flow in the brain.
Places to ride during lockdown
Avoid the lockdown blues with this list of great places to ride around Melbourne, including some reminders about staying safe and active.
Virtual riding is as hard as road riding
Read professional cycling coach and data scientist Philipp Diegner's opinion on professional virtual cycling, and see his top 10 virtual racing performances so far.
Australian Pop-up Bike Lane League update
The Australian Pop-up Bike Lane League has seen some more promises and even some action, with Sydney surging ahead.
Hobart & Forth rides in next few weeks
In the next few weeks we’ve got western shore and eastern shore rides in Hobart, a ride out of the beautiful village of Forth and the start of monthly Women on Wheels rides.
New river track could link Longley & Margate
Kingborough Council has released a feasibility study into the prospect of a new 11 km multi-user recreational path following the North West Bay River between Margate and Longley.
Sydney plans to keep pedalling
Sydney was quick to announce and implement pop-up bike lanes as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and now Lord Mayor Clover Moore wants more.
Moreland council votes pop-up bike lanes in
The Moreland council have unanimously voted to support the transport network with bike projects, including pop-up bike lanes in Brunswick and Pascoe Vale.
Keep warm and ride out the lockdown
Bicycle Network has some tips and a brand new bike essentials kit to help people keep riding during the second COVID-19 lockdown.
Ride on Melbourne
Today residents of Greater Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire begin day one of a six-week stint in stage three lockdown.
Nth Hobart report light on bike details
The City of Hobart has released consultant reports on the future of the North Hobart shopping strip, but they are light on details when it comes to improving bicycle access.
Moreland puts up pop-up proposal
A series of pop-up bike lanes have been proposed for Brunswick and Pascoe Vale to help people move freely and safely in the times of COVID-19.
Bike safety tops transport committee agenda
The tragic death of Brisbane woman Carolyn Lister will be front of mind when the Queensland government's new Active Transport Advisory Committee meets.
Yarra Trail riders stranded
The Collins Bridge at Gipps Street is closed for eight weeks for repairs, shutting off a vital crossing of the Yarra for many riders and pedestrians.
Royal Park improvements ready to start
The detour of the Capital City Trail for landscaping developments near the Melbourne Zoo has turned out to be more of a tour of the park than a detour.
ALP calls to fast-track coastal pathway
Tasmanian Labor has called on the government to fast-track funding for the coastal pathway.
Federation Trail detour at Hoppers Crossing
The Federation Trail at Hoppers Crossing has been slightly re-aligned due to works for the level crossing removal nearby.
New driving test puts drivers in riders’ shoes
A new driving test in the UK is putting drivers in bike riders' shoes to help them understand rider behaviour and create a safer environment for all road users.
Tassie Bike News Bites
A new shared path at the Perth bypass, Bike Kitchen looking for chefs, kunanyi petition to go to council and City to Gardens way walk all feature in this edition.
Barcelona goes wide in COVID fight
Barcelona has responded to the COVID 19 crisis by transforming street space to create even more, better bike lanes.
CBD to get new bike hub
Melbourne’s CBD is set for a new bike hub to be developed as part of a new social enterprise cluster on Flinders Street.