March 2022
Final plans for the new station and level crossing removal at Mt Derrimut Road in Deer Park have been released and will greatly improve train and bus travel in surround suburbs. Bikes, not so much.
Trying to stay safe on the road
A few things have happened over the past several weeks that have highlighted the work on greater cycling road safety awareness is ongoing, including the devastating news that a man lost his life in Kingston while riding his bike.
Sunbury Road Trail project starts soon
Work will start mid-year on the Sunbury Road upgrade that will deliver a new trail along the road as well as two additional traffic lanes.
New trail for Jells Park
The State Government is starting development of a $5.9M trail in Jells Park, Wheelers Hill, in Melbourne’s East.
Recall: Specialized back-pedals on child’s bike
Specialized has recalled the 2021 Jett 16" single speed children's bicycle because it is not fitted with the required back-pedal rear brake and therefore does not comply with safety standards.
Recall: Trek Fuel goes cranky
Trek has recalled a model of its popular Fuel mountain bike range because the cranks have not been properly attached and can fall off.
Rail disruption on Ringwood line
Buses will be replacing trains between Ringwood and Belgrave from 8:30pm Friday 18 March to last service Sunday 20 March.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Public-private bike parking at the UTAS Burnie campus, a visually impaired rider looking for a tandem pilot and consultation opportunities for Waverley Park and causeway shared paths feature in this Tassie BNB.
As Bike Week tails off, new rides on the way
We’ve still got several Bike Week social rides to go before heading back to our regular social rides agenda, but a Saturday trip to Maria Island is on the cards for anyone who wants to shake up their usual riding.
Skylands gets trails but street lanes uncertain
The masterplan for one of the biggest single land redevelopments in Hobart is out for public comment as the developer seeks to adjust Clarence City Council’s urban growth boundary.