August 2023
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.