August 2023
Feedback on the state government’s Shrine to Sea masterplan is open until 10 September and Bicycle Network is calling bike riders and active transport enthusiasts to ask that all eight sections include a separated bike lane.
Platypuses, peace and women’s health
Special rides to celebrate events including platypus spotting to publicise a citizen science project, a ride as part of the Launceston Peace Festival and a ride to mark Women’s Health Week will be among the list of social rides this fortnight. Kangaroo Bay to Mt Rumney – Sunday 3 September The 22.5km Kangaroo Bay to [...]
North East Rail Trail appeals dismissed
An appeal against the Launceston Council’s approval of the extension of the North East Rail Trail has been dismissed, paving the way for the full project to proceed.
Train disruptions on the Frankston line
Buses will replace trains on the Frankston line this weekend.
Greenline Project masterplan nears finalisation
After years of draft dreams, draft visions and draft masterplans, the 4km pedestrian and bike link along the Yarra north bank through the Melbourne CBD is closer to reality. Or a draft of reality, at least.
Push continues for the Box Hill to Hawthorn trail
The proposed Box Hill to Hawthorn trail shapes as a critical active transport link for Melbourne's east, and local advocates continue the push to bring it to life.
Major Sydney cycleway plan left on the cutting room floor
A Sydney council has shelved plans for a two-way cycleway that was set to become a vital active transport link through the eastern suburbs.
Carbon fault inspection training vital
An Australian firm has launched an international training program to help bike shops and bike mechanics better detect hidden damage to carbon fibre frames.
Kinglake route a better ride
Riders on the popular Kinglake route should have a better grip on the road following the completion of an upgrade program by the Department of Transport and Planning.
New crossing for creek connection
Riders who use the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail through to Docklands have a new temporary crossing of Footscray Road.
A clean bike lane is a good bike lane
A invention from the United States might help solve the grubby problem of debris in the bike lane.
Trail closure on M80 extended
The closure of a short section of the M80 Trail in North Laverton will be extended through to November.
Police crack down on troublesome trail motorcycles
Hoons on dirt bikes have for years been pestering bike riders along the Federation Trail and other popular paths in Melbourne’s west.
Ikea Copenhagen puts bikes front and centre
Hopping on the bike to go furniture something might seem like an ambitious undertaking, but Ikea has been challenging the notion that cars are a necessary part of this equation.
Riding to school linked to better performance in class
Riding a bike for transport can be a great way to prime the brain for a day of focus and learning, and a new study has providing compelling evidence on what this could mean for high school students.
Key route takes shape through North Sydney
A key bike route through northern Sydney is starting to take shape as riders make use of a new stretch of separated cycleway toward Cammeray.
New tunnel site sets up close to trail
It could be decades before it carries a passenger, but Suburban Rail Link is stamping its footprint above ground and beginning works that will disrupt travel.
Community house on lookout for bike ‘chefs’
Burnie Community House is firing up its bike kitchen again and is on the lookout for new volunteer chefs to get the cycles cooking.
Tassie Bike News Bites
New end of trip facilities at Launceston Council, free snoods for Women's Health Week, Hobart Rivulet path disruption and registrations open for the NE Rail Trail ride feature in this edition of News Bites.
Sydney designs three key bike projects
The City of Sydney has ticked off a trio of new design concepts for bike projects that will form key connections for riders south of the CBD.
Strava meets rise in bike commuting with a built-in carbon savings tracker
There are plenty of good reasons for people to commute by bike, and Strava has just added another.
Byron unlocks rail trail vision
Byron Shire has given the go-ahead for the development of Northern Rivers Rail Trail through its territory, opening an opportunity for the next stage of the 132 km project.
Moonee Ponds Creek Trail closure
The Moonee Ponds Creek Trail will be closed during the day this coming week, but open for some, but not all, commutes.
Sydney Harbour Bridge ramp cleared for construction
After decades of campaigning by Bicycle Network and local advocates, the Sydney Harbour Bridge bike ramp has finally been given the all-clear for construction.
Inquiry hears collective call for safer roads
The need to slow car traffic in built-up areas and create separation to protect vulnerable road users from vehicles were some of the strongest themes put to the Victorian parliamentary inquiry into road safety last week.
New tools for healthy city transport
RMIT University has embarked on a project to develop a new generation of visualisation tools that can simulate the health impacts of town planning and transport infrastructure decisions.
Long-term closure of La Trobe St bike lane
The La Trobe Street bike lane will be closed to east-bound traffic for the next 12 months.
Feedback needed on slippery surface treatment
The City of Darebin wants bike riders on the Darebin Creek Trail to get a grip.
Grattan Street rebuilding underway at University
Riders should take care around Grattan Street near Melbourne University as the final phase of construction above the new Parkville Station gets underway.
Train disruptions on the Hurstbridge line
Riders using the Hurstbridge line to complete their journeys in September should be mindful of bus replacement services that could impact their journeys.
Main Yarra Trail extends towards Warrandyte
A project to extend the Main Yarra Trail out to Warrandyte is shifting through the gears and a new stretch of shared path is now complete.
Ballarat eyes a bike-friendly future
Ballarat's vision of becoming a bike-friendly city with a well-connected network of paths is edging closer to reality, as Council presses ahead on a number of important projects for riders.
Second go at Ulverstone ride trio
The north-west riders are hardy bunch so it’s unusual for them to cancel a ride but last month’s gale-force winds means the three choices out of Ulverstone has been rescheduled to 27 August.
Rail trail on the table in Byron
As construction and investigative works continue on other segments of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail in New South Wales, the Byron Shire Council is about to decide whether it wants to join the party.
Ferry commutes on the cards for more riders
The Tasmanian Government has announced up to ten new ferry stops along the River Derwent as part of expansion plans for Hobart’s ferry system.
The Sydney students shaping their own safe routes to school
When staff at Willoughby Public School went to the local council with concerns about car congestion and road safety, they expected to met with engineering solutions to improve the flow of vehicles and people.
NSW’s new speed guidelines point the way to 30km/h streets
Low-speed streets are instrumental in encouraging bike riding and other forms of active transport, and more of them could be on the way in New South Wales following landmark changes to the govermnent's speed zoning standards.
Rocky road for Shrine to Sea
The plan for a grand boulevard to connect the Melbourne Shrine to the sea has been released for a final round of public consultation.
Does riding to work reduce our appetite for other exercise?
While riding to work generates substantial physical and mental health benefits, is it possible that we drop off our involvement in other healthy activities.
Plenty River Trail set to start
Work on the new $19.3m Plenty River Trail is now due to get underway this Spring, starting in the Hawkestowe precinct.
Rent to ride rises as e-bikes evolve & times toughen
Tougher economic times and constantly changing technology are causing some bike riders to rent rather than buy, especially e-bikes.
Walmer works switch to Yarra south side
Just as works to build a new approach ramp on the north side of the Walmer Street Bridge in Kew near completion, a matching project on the south side of the Yarra River in Abbotsford is getting under way.
Higher e-bike wattage on table in Tasmania
Legally allowable e-bike motor power could be increased in Tasmania, following a commitment from Minister for Infrastructure Michael Ferguson to consider motors up to 500 watts.
Boston expands bike education program to reach every neighbourhood
Learning to ride a bike is an invaluable skill that stays with you a lifetime, and the Mayor of Boston is looking to offer every child the opportunity with a new city-wide free bike education program.
Parramatta presses ahead with a renewed plan for bikes
The City of Parramatta is pressing ahead in its pursuit of a better-connected bike network and is seeking the community's input.
One in, all in for Geelong Grammar on the Great Vic
As the 2023 Great Victorian Bike Ride draws closer, preparations are in full swing at Geelong Grammar School where staff are readying another round of Year 8 students for an epic nine-day adventure.
Steps: be gone!
The notorious Gipps Street steps on the Yarra trail have been demolished.
Merri-bek clicks up a gear with new bike strategy
Bike riders in Melbourne’s inner north could be on the path to a better riding environment as the City of Merri-bek embarks on a new transport strategy.
Melbourne’s streets open for public input
The City of Melbourne’s epoch shaping vision for the CBD with people-packed streets and a bias to active and public transport is now out for public input.
Speed drop a big win for riders in North Fitzroy
A key stretch of road through Melbourne's inner north is set to become a great deal safer for bike riders and pedestrians.
Geelong launches Green Spine extension
Block 3 of the Green Spine project to transform Malop Street in Geelong with landscaping and bike lanes is set to begin. The Green Spine project will feature a linear park with native plants, seats, outdoor dining spaces and public art and connect the Geelong Station precinct to Johnstone Park and Eastern Park through six [...]
Creek upgrade moves ahead
The work to renaturalise a section of the Moonee Ponds Creek has reached the half way mark and work on new shared paths is now underway.
Coroner highlights “dog” danger
A Victorian Coroners finding into the death of a rider in the Melbourne CBD last year has highlighted the problem posed by the use of truck and dog trailer combinations in the Australia construction industry.
Call for nominations to the Bicycle Network Board
Bicycle Network is calling for candidates to nominate to join our Board.
WA’s oldest national park gets an adventure bike trail
Improvement works are underway on Western Australia's oldest national park that will equip it a new adventure trail for bike riders to enjoy.
Train disruptions for the north and west
Riders counting on trains to complete their travels around Melbourne in the coming fortnight should be aware of bus replacement services that could impact their journeys.
Bike riders sound the alarm in RACV road safety survey
Earlier this year in response to troubling fatality figures, RACV invited Victorians to share their thoughts on road safety in the Melbourne. The results are now in and place bike rider safety among the chief concerns.
Sydney’s Lane Cove embraces car-free day
As cities around the world take innovative steps to curb car use in busy urban areas, one Sydney council is ready to make some moves of its own.
Spirit passenger calls for train station guidance
Getting to and from the new Spirit of Tasmania’s Geelong terminal is not straight forward if you’re travelling by bicycle, but we’ve got some tips to help you out.
A step forward for the Yass Rail Trail
Plans to build a new trail along a disused tramway through the northern stretches of Yass in New South Wales have taken another step forward.