Perth's winding sculptural bike riding and walking bridge, stretching across the Swan River and Heirisson Island, will be open to active travel in just a few weeks.
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November 2024
Bike groups press governments at COP29
A coalition of bike riding, walking and health groups is pushing for greater commitments for active transport at the latest global climate change meeting in Azerbaijan in November.
Traffic limited in central Paris
As Australia's big-city politicians push to squeeze more cars along their streets, Paris continues its successful strategy to filter cars out, giving more space to people and making streets more attractive and economically vibrant.
Riding strategy update to guide next 10 years
The Tasmanian Government has updated its statewide cycling and walking strategy, with public feedback being accepted until 9 December.
Get fit for summer holidays
There are plenty of social rides on offer this fortnight to help you get fit for the start of summer., whether it’s a short trip on shared paths or longer rides on quiet roads outside the city limits.
Clarence masterplans approved
Clarence Council has approved a Little Howrah Beach masterplan for consultation and a final masterplan for Victoria Esplanade and Queen Street, with both including safe cycling paths.
Tassie Bike News Bites
This edition's Tassie Bike News Bites is a frustrating read, a cycling and pedestrian bridge for the Kingston bypass works that's in the design but not funded, calls for Tasman Bridge improvements and further attempts to disrupt the Collins Street trial to name a few.
Bus replacements on Hurstbridge and Sunbury lines
Riders who usually take their bikes on Hurstbridge line trains should note the use of replacement buses during late November.
Teen drivers and mobile phones a dicey mix
Teenage drivers who use their mobile phones while driving are significantly more likely to engage in risky driving behaviours such as hard braking and rapid acceleration, a US study reveals.
Upfield Trail shared zone revised
The plan to make the section of the Upfield Trail along Batman Avenue in North Coburg a shared zone has been updated and is going through another round of consultation.