August 2023
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.