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Concepts released for Mordialloc station bike links
The Level Crossing Removal Project tackling the new Mordialloc rail crossings and stations has released early concepts of their structures and bike connections.
Ferry commutes on the cards for more riders
The Tasmanian Government has announced up to ten new ferry stops along the River Derwent as part of expansion plans for Hobart’s ferry system.
Government to help people buy e-bikes
The Tasmanian Government has released its Climate Change Action Plan for 2023–25 and for the first time it’s focusing on getting more people on e-bikes.
$2m going to Hobart cycling projects
The Tasmanian Government has started the process to distribute $2 million to greater Hobart councils to implement cycling projects.
Sydney prepares key links for major CBD cycleways
The government of NSW is pressing ahead with improvement to bike riding routes in the Sydney CBD.
Margate–Huntingfield route out for comment
A possible route to extend the Snug–Margate path to Huntingfield has been released for public comment before 9 November.
Anniversary Trail Bridge moves forward
Prospects for a new Anniversary Trail crossing of Toorak Road have firmed as the State Government takes the planning process public.
Narre Warren Station for bikes
Designs for the new Narre Warren Station and level crossing removal at Webb Street have been released.
The Greenline Project is more than just a river trail
The City of Melbourne’s Greenline project could spark a billion dollar investment surge, according to the just-released business case.
$114M for the Ison Road Rail Overpass
A collaborative $114 million investment from the state and federal governments has been announced towards the construction of the Ison Road Rail Overpass.
St Kilda Road $30.5M bike lane project starting… now!
After years of delay Melbourne’s most needed bike infrastructure project—separated bike lanes for St Kilda Road—gets rolling next week.
Pakenham Road upgrades
Riders in Melbourne’s far southeast will benefit from some major road upgrades soon underway in Pakenham. Funded by the Federal Government and delivered by Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) the upgrades will remove some nasty intersections and provide much better access for riders on existing routes and some major new bike corridors coming in future [...]
Young drivers getting a taste for the turps
Police are concerned that young drivers are increasingly prepared to drink and drive although they face more stringent penalties.
More speeding, and it is intentional
Drivers continue to ignore the risks of speeding, and the problem is getting worse, according to new data.
Canberra Electric Bike Library extended
More Canberrans will be able to access electric bikes, with a library service for e-bikes extended for another two years.
Bike opportunities at new Keon station
The concept designs for the new Keon Park Station in Reservoir are out, showing that the connection to the bike route south towards the city has been incorporated.
Changes proposed to the City of Port Phillip pop-ups
The Department of Transport (DoT) has suggested modifications to the pop-up bike lanes across the City of Port Phillip.
New concepts out for Geelong link
Updated designs have been released for the rail duplication through Geelong that will deliver an important new connection to the bike network.
Frankston Line switches to buses for few days
Buses replace trains on the Frankston Line between Caulfield and Moorabbin from 24 August until 27 August.
Brisbane to Border funding boost
The Queensland Government has announced $200,000 in funding towards the Brisbane to Border connected bicycle routes project.
Regulations for Taxi/Uber fall short
A draft regulatory framework for the commercial passenger vehicle industry is open to community feedback. Have your say here.
Coolstore Rd works create vital Croydon link
A new rail bridge and railway station announced for Croydon will deliver a vital connection for the future bike route from Ringwood to Mooroolbark.
Have your say on Queensland’s Principal Cycle Network Plans
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is seeking community feedback on plans for the Principal Cycle Network across Queensland.
$40 million towards Get NSW Active projects
The NSW Government has announced $40 million in funding towards new active transport projects as part of the State Government’s Get NSW Active program.
$9.8m for Cooks River–Iron Cove Greenway
The NSW Government has committed $9.8 million towards a 5.8km active travel corridor between the Cooks River and Iron Cove in Sydney’s Inner West.
Part of the plan should be bike parking, paths
The Tasmanian Government is reviewing its State Planning Provisions, which determines how many bike parking spots should be provided for in new buildings.
Three more park-and-ride bike cages coming
As we wait for the final opening of the Kingston Park and Ride bike cages, the government has announced plans for three more at Claremont, Rokeby and Midway Point.
Tasman Bridge path designs are here!
It’s been a long wait since the October 2020 announcement that we’d be getting new cycling paths on the Tasman Bridge but this week designs have been released for public comment.
Waterfront shared-use path to link Sydney Opera House and Parramatta
Bike riders and pedestrians in Sydney can celebrate the news that a new 91-kilometre shared-use path will connect Parramatta Park to Sydney’s waterfront.
Infrastructure Victoria defends bike lanes
This week Infrastructure Victoria CEO Jonathan Spear hit back at bike lane opposition, stating that blaming bike lanes for traffic jams is flawed logic.
Maroochydore cycleway seeks feedback
Design options for a 1.2km bike path between Mary Street at Alexandra Headland and Sixth Avenue in Maroochydore are now open for public feedback.
Stage 1 starts on Murray River Adventure Trail
The first stage of the Murray River Adventure Trail is underway following the appointment of a firm to plan and design the section from Picnic Point in Barmah National Park and Koondrook.
Bike connection spurred on at Sunshine
The state government has floated a bold concept that could greatly improve the quality of bike connections through Sunshine.
New trail for Jells Park
The State Government is starting development of a $5.9M trail in Jells Park, Wheelers Hill, in Melbourne’s East.
Sunshine state slows down scooters
Queensland has introduced top speed reductions for e-scooters to reduce the risk of accidents with pedestrians.
ACT Greens want loans for e-bikes
The ACT Greens are disappointed that e-bikes are not included in the state government's Sustainable Household Scheme.
Wonthaggi–Inverloch pathway finds funding
The state government has pledged $3 million for a vital connection between Wonthaggi and Inverloch, which will allow people to travel by bike or foot between Inverloch and Cowes.
Port Phillip to score 40 km of pop-up bike routes
The City of Port Phillip is in line for 40kms of new and improved pop-up bike routes as the state government continues to roll out their pop-up program.
Calls for cycling revolution in South Australia
The South Australian Greens are calling for a cycling revolution plan ahead of the March 19 state election.
Bring the ‘Dutch Reach’ to Victoria to stop dooring
Australia’s leading bike organisations are calling for changes in Victoria that will encourage safer driver behaviours when exiting parked vehicles.
Help Castlemaine to Maryborough Rail Trail make history
This month, Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail is looking to make history by attracting funding to get a 55km rail trail started – and you can help!
Koo Wee Rup link underway
Work will soon be underway on a new 11km trail between Pakenham and Koo Wee Rup in Melbourne’s outer south-east.
State cash for Peninsula Trail
A $3M funding grant from the Victorian Government’s Growing Suburbs Fund has given long-hoped-for momentum to the plan for completion of the ambitious Mornington Peninsula Trail.
Dodgy drivers under more scrutiny
Victoria Police is boosting technology to scan numberplates for cars and drivers that should not be on the road – a major factor in reducing fatal collisions.
Western connections ready to ride
A series of upgrades to bike routes in Melbourne’s western suburbs are ready to explore.
NSW to double-up on bike budget
NSW Active Transport Minister Rob Stokes plans to double the spend on active transport to rebalance the states infrastructure priorities and support the record number of people riding bikes.
New overpass at Hoppers Crossing opens soon
From the night of Friday 18 February bike riders will again be able to cross the railway line at Hoppers Crossing Station.
Pop-up promise flops
Bicycle Network has firmly backed the roll out the pop-up bike lanes in response to the pandemic. However, some of the pop-ups lanes appear to be mere upgrade of paint colour.
More bike buses for Bendigo
Riders can soon bring their bikes when travelling on local bus routes in Bendigo, Castlemaine, and Heathcote, thanks to the extension of the Bikes on Buses initiative.
New shared path to Perth
A new shared path along the eastern side of Mitchell Freeway aims to fill the off-road gap for bike riders and pedestrians journeying into Perth CBD.
Mount Canobolas mounting biking network seeks approval
Orange City Council are seeking State Government approval for plans to build a network of 100 kilometres of mountain bike trails on Mt Canobolas.
More lives lost on Victorian roads in 2021
Lives lost on roads across the state ticked upwards by 13% in 2021 for a total of 239. Eleven of those involved people on bikes, down from 14 the previous year.
Pop-up pulse check
City of Melbourne and Victorian state government both made pop-up bike lane promises when the pandemic struck. Let's do a quick pulse check to see where they're at.
Airport Rail to deliver new bike links
The Melbourne Airport Rail project has announced that new and enhanced bike connections will be delivered as part of the new rail line to the airport at Tullamarine.
Trail at Albion remains open
The trail along the rail corridor from Sunshine to Albion remains open although the station carpark closure at the station has been extended.
Bus replacement to impact bike lanes
Train line shutdowns during December—and the bus replacement services to carry displaced passengers—will impact a number of bike routes between now and Christmas.
TAC enters advertising hall of shame
A recent advertisement from the TAC, published in The Age, has ruffled bike feathers by insinuating riding a bike is some sort of punishment.
All we’re asking is for a little respect
Bicycle Network is proud to support Respect Victoria's ‘Call It Out’ campaign, encouraging all Victorians to call out sexism, sexual harassment and disrespect towards women.
When rail goes up, bike trails go in
The proposal to elevate the rail tracks through Parkdale in Melbourne’s south has created the opportunity for vital new active transport connections and bike routes through the suburb.