November 2023
Longford winds back kerb extensions for rider safety while Kingborough wants to introduce them, Hobart Council looking for climate champions, and the Tasman Bridge upgrade gets the federal government tick.
Rides for everyone as the year ends
It’s a mixed bag of social rides this fortnight. A few out of towners in the Ranelagh and Orford rides, a couple of Fern Tree challenges and the monthly north-west ride is heading to the edge of its turf at Port Sorell.
Tasmania helps more riders on to e-bikes
Tasmanian e-bike buyers will get a helping hand from government after 17 November through a $200,000 e-bike and e-scooter rebate scheme that will cover up to 12% of the cost of a bike.
Government issues $3m in cycling path grants
The Tasmanian Government has announced more than $3 million in grants for projects throughout the state as part of Round 1 of its Better Active Transport grants.
Active transport grants help the choice to ride
Bicycle Network has welcomed the Tasmanian Government’s announcement today of active transport grant recipients across the state. “Safer cycle paths to get people to work, school, shops and services are essential if we are going to give people transport choices,” Tasmanian spokesperson Alison Hetherington said. “We know more people would ride for transport if there [...]
Plan for Camberwell Junction re-jig
The hectic Camberwell Junction precinct in Melbourne’s east is set to be re-ordered and revitalised with bike-friendly placemaking and active transport priority.
Train disruptions inbound
Bike riders relying on train travel in the coming weeks should be aware of bus replacement services that may impact their journeys.
Iconic bike bridge to shape Perth
A major bridge project that will significantly improve the riding experience for bike commuters in Perth is starting to take shape.
New paper ticks Sandy Bay cycleway option
The City of Hobart has released a Discussion Paper to prepare a new Sandy Bay and Mount Nelson neighbourhood plan, proposing a separated cycleway along Sandy Bay Road.
Forrest Mountain Bike Park ready to roll
Major works are complete on a significant revitalisation project to breathe new life ino the Forrest Mountain Bike Park in the Otway Ranges.