Queens Walk shared path on its way
The City of Hobart will start work on 13 July to complete the footpath network along Queens Walk in New Town, building a wide enough path to ride along.
The new shared path will link Stainforth Court to Risdon Road and will improve the cycling shortcut between Lutana and Cornelian Bay and the cycleway.
Construction will happen between 7 am and 4 pm and take 6–8 weeks.
https://www.hobartcity.com.au/Council/City-projects/Current-projects/Queens-Walk-footpath
Bellerive ferry terminal upgrade set to begin
The Tasmanian Government’s upgrade of the Bellerive ferry terminal is set to begin on 1 July, paving the way for undercover secure bike parking.
Upgrade works are expected to take about one year and include a bike parking shelter with secure parking docks activated by smart phones, as well as the standard hoops outside the shelter.
We’ve put in a request for more information on the impact on the current bike parking during the works.
Launceston Council budget includes Margaret St upgrade
The Launceston City Council has passed an annual plan and budget for 2026–27 which includes $11.4 million for the reconstruction of Margaret Street, which is a key link in the city’s cycling network.
The annual plan says the upgrade will include construction of a separated bidirectional bike lane between Paterson and Frankland streets to provide a high-quality active transport link.
Margaret Street will also be the subject of a precinct plan to encourage more residential density once the infrastructure upgrades have occurred.
E-bike trial rides on offer at UTAS
University of Tasmania students will get the chance to ride an e-bike at Come and Try sessions being held in Launceston and Hobart in July.
UTAS students can register to attend the sessions at:
- Sandy Bay tennis courts: Wednesday 8 July, 11.45 am – 1.15 pm
- Inveresk basketball courts: Wednesday 15 July, 11.45 am – 1.15 pm
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