July 2025
A new culprit is looming, just out of view, as the cause of the alarming recent rise in pedestrian injuries – bigger blind spots.
Tulips keeping cars on the straight and narrow
When bike infrastructure needs to go through certain neighbourhoods – historic, governmental, ceremonial, botanical or just super-wealthy – opposition is not hard to find.
‘Bunnings link’ underway
Upgrades to a key Sunshine Coast active travel corridor are set to begin this month.
Aqualink Trail flows through Bacchus Marsh
The conversion of a former water channel to a shared trail has created an active transport link through Bacchus March and surrounding suburbs.
Historic trail bridge to reopen
The Dee Slip Bridge on the O’Shannassy Aqueduct will be repaired and opened early next year, restoring direct access to one of the most spectacular riding trails in the country.
Tougher road rules to protect road workers
Roadside workers now have greater protection when helping other road users under laws introduced by the Victorian Government.
Manningham prepares new active transport strategy
Riders through Melbourne’s north-eastern suburbs have the opportunity to shape the next generation of bike paths, trails and other infrastructure across the City of Manningham.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Election promises for bikes, climate change consultations, a change of date for the Big Bike Film Night and the NE Rail Trail Run and Ride feature this edition.
More meth users behind the wheel
New figures from Victoria Police show methylamphetamine has become the drug of choice of drivers who impair their driving ability with mind-altering substances.
Hornsby backs Old Northern Road cycleway
Hornsby Shire Council has supported a proposal to construct an off-road active transport corridor along Old Northern Road between Glenorie and Dural.