January 2026
After years of advocating for a rail trail on the disused Derwent Valley rail line, the council is seriously considering the project in its draft Upper Derwent Valley Precinct Plan.
New e-bike rules falling into place
Federal and state governments are consolidating their plans around new rules for e-bikes.
Peaks Legend spotlight: Kathryn Whalley
Rider Kathryn Whalley is our current top fundraiser for Peaks Challenge x Ride2School 2026, with $9,199 raised. Her story is a great example of the impact fundraisers can have – read on for some fundraising tips!
Rail disruptions in February 2026
Riders are urged to plan ahead for rail disruptions this month.
West Gate project is a wrap
It was a close-run thing, but right on the brink of the summer holiday break, the final section of new bike infrastructure in the West Gate Tunnel Project opened.
Power connections to close lanes
Electricity works underway at the William Street and Flinders Lane intersection could impact riders over the next fortnight.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Yarra Valley Trail moves to river
The Yarra Valley Trail should reach the Yarra River by mid-year as work gets underway on the next 1.5-kilometre stage.
New Bulleen bike bridge
Riders along the Koonung Creek Trail can now experience the soaring new Estelle Street Bridge over the Eastern Freeway.
Rickabys Creek bridge consultation open
Hawkesbury City Council is calling for public feedback on a proposal for a shared path bridge over Rickabys Creek at Hawkesbury Valley Way.

