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The City of Hobart has launched its next local area mobility plan, this time covering the hilly West Hobart and Mt Stuart suburbs.
Police hunt hit-run driver
Police are seeking witnesses after a car struck a bike rider in Cheltenham and failed to stop.
Whittlesea wants congestion whittled away
Rapidly growing suburbs in Melbourne’s far north are already being squeezed by traffic congestion even though the region is only partially developed and the many new settlements are sparsely spotted amid hectares of empty land.
Nillumbik looks for transport solutions
The rolling hills of Melbourne’s north-eastern bushland suburbs is where many Australian nature lovers make their home, but when it comes to getting around the district, the environment is pushing back.
Rainforest MTB park opens in Queensland
The first stage of a world-class mountain biking attraction has had it’s official opening, inviting thrill seekers to test their skills in a subtropical rainforest setting in North Queensland.
Torquay to Geelong link on the horizon
Work will soon be underway to investigate a future bike link from Torquay to Geelong.
Tassie Bike News Bites
The Collins St petition is on its way to council, Devonport volunteers bike repairs, a new bike-loving councillor for Hobart and Scottsdale bike park work begins in this edition of Bike News Bites.
Let’s embrace Australia’s E-bike Moment with rebates for clean transport
Climate experts and political leaders agree there is an urgent need to clean up the transport sector. E-bikes have arrived as a powerful tool to help them get the job done.
Colorado thinks big with e-bike rebates for all
Colorado has launched the first state-wide e-bike rebate program in the US, allowing all residents to save up to $450 off an e-bike at the point of purchase.
Work underway on protected bike lane into Canberra CBD
Work is set to kick off on new pop-up bike infrastructure through south Canberra, the beginning of a key separated route into the CBD.
Danes head towards helmets
The bike riders of Denmark — once stubbornly helmet-free — have changed their minds and are more and more likely to grab a helmet as they head off each day.
Tasman Hwy study looking for your ideas
The Tasmanian Government is continuing its road corridor studies around the state, with the 390km Tasman Highway between Sorell and Launceston the latest out for public comment.
April rides provide varied choices
There’s something for everyone in this fortnight’s rides, with trips on country roads out of Brighton, Sorell and Wynyard, as well as short Hobart rides to get to know other e-bike riders and enjoy a coffee.
Police lament driver quality
A major analysis of police infringement notices has highlighted that a lack of attention to basic road rules is leading to serious safety consequences.
Bolte Bridge closure impacts
Riders out early on Sunday morning may be impacted by traffic disruption due to a closure of the Bolte Bridge.
Gardiners Creel Trail closure
A section of the Gardiners Creek Trail at Burwood will be closed to riders for up to six months.
Works continue on Exhibition Street
Riders should remain aware of roadworks continuing along Exhibition Street as the City of Melbourne upgrades the Theatre Precinct.
Melbourne updates bike lane rollout
The City of Melbourne has updated its plans for a comprehensive bike lane network through central Melbourne, reprioritising construction, switching to better quality and more attractive materials, and, regrettably delaying work on some vitally important routes.
Wait for it … separated cycleways have arrived
After a wait of several years, Hobart’s first city centre separated bike lane has been installed on Campbell Street.
Latrobe Council looks at cycling connections
Latrobe Council has released a draft plan to improve its town centre which includes cycling connections between the Coastal Pathway and Wild Mersey mountain bike trails.
Popular rail trail reaches inland NSW
Another section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail has opened for business, offering users a new stretch of magnificent off-road riding through northern New South Wales.
New housing plans offer active transport solutions
The Victorian Government has announced an ambitious program to stimulate housing development at ten suburban activity centres across Melbourne.
Tassie Bike News Bites
North East Rail Trail hits funding road block, Kingborough Council releases draft budget, a new Transport Minister and scramble crossing biking etiquette are in this Bike News Bites.
Velodrome goes electric for the Bicycle Network E-bike Expo
Thousands of people from around Victoria descended on the Brunswick Velodrome on Sunday 7 April, where Bicycle Network’s first E-bike Expo offered test rides of all the latest makes and models in a safe, family-friendly setting.
Help shape bike travel through North Sydney
North Sydney Council is refreshing of its Integrated Cycling Strategy and is seeking ideas from the community to help make bike riding a more appealing mode of transport.
Weekend rail disruptions for Melbourne
Riders who take their bikes on trains face disruption over the coming weekend, as buses replace trains on several routes around Melbourne.
Driver using phone jailed over rider death
A driver using her phone to access social media in the lead-up to a crash with a bike rider has been imprisoned.
Bicycle Network seeks female board member
The board of Bicycle Network is seeking a female director to fill the vacancy created by the expiration of the term of Jennifer Lang.
Scooter trial extended . . . again
Victoria's trial of electric scooters is being extended for another six months as the state government investigates additional safety and compliance measures.
Climate Council’s plan to halve transport pollution
Transport is Australia’s fastest growing source of emissions, but a new Climate Council report has laid out a clear plan to stem the tide and put the country on track for a sustainable future.
Snowy River bridge works underway
Work is underway on the first phase of the restoration of the historic trestle railway bridge which will form part of the East Gippsland Rail Trail at Orbost.
Rathdowne St bike lane closes for night works
The Victoria Street Water Main Renewal project is moving to the corner of Rathdowne and Queensberry Streets, closing Rathdowne to all southbound traffic at night, including bike lanes.
Night detours in Newport next month
Riders through Newport may be disrupted by night-time maintenance works over the next month.
Extension of O’Hea St bike path on the cards
The two-way off-road bike lane through Coburg along O’Hea Street could be extended west across Pascoe Vale, according to a new proposal from the City of Merri-bek.
Merri-bek finalises Harding St Bridge design
The City of Merri-bek is in the final stages of design for the new bridge over the Merri Creek at Harding Street that links the bike networks of Coburg and Preston.
Lending a bike could be the decider
While the e-bike converts are taking over our streets, many people in Tasmania still haven’t ridden one or know much about them.
Exploring Hobart’s outskirts
Most of our social rides this fortnight explore areas outside of Hobart, taking advantage of quieter roads and paths. Please RSVP if you are interested in joining any of the rides this fortnight as our ride leaders will keep you updated if anything changes.
$1.5M Mount Alexander Road upgrade
The Federal Government has funded an upgrade to the troublesome Mount Alexander Road bike route through Travencore.
E-bike replaces car for family
Realising it took the same amount of time to ride to work than to drive was the catalyst Katya Crema needed to ditch the car and embrace an electric cargo bicycle.
Greenline works divert Main Yarra Trail
Preliminary works are underway on the construction of the Greenline linear park along Yarra north-bank, closing the gravel link through Birrarung Marr.
AI could keep an eye on traffic behind
Because we can’t see what is behind us riders tend to fear approaching traffic, even though that might not always be justified.
Victoria St upgrade brings bike benefits
Planning is underway for a redesign Victoria Street, Brunswick, that includes new bike lane alignments with greater separation from traffic.
The 2024 Great Vic Tasting Trail
As you pedal your way through the picturesque landscapes of Victoria on the Great Vic Bike Ride 2024, indulge your taste buds in the delectable offerings of the region's top cafes and pubs.
Three great reasons to give an e-bike a go
They’re fun, they’re convenient and they’re taking the world by storm. Motivated by all kinds of factors, Australia, thousands of people are now choosing e-bikes as a mode of transport. Will you join the movement?
St Kilda Road bike lane closures
Tram works in St Kilda Road will close the southbound bike lane for five days next month.
Man charged over Grenfell fatal
Police have charged 39-year-old Maurice Bopp of Parkes in relation to a hit-run crash in western NSW.
Melton Station presents bike opportunity
Preliminary designs that have been released for the new railway station and elevated train tracks through Melton show an opportunity for better bike links through the rapidly growing city on the fringe of metropolitan Melbourne.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Ride2School Day, new paths in Kingston, a short extension of the Coastal Pathway in Latrobe and longer extension to Stanley. and Devonport looking for input into its cycling strategy feature in this Bike News Bites.
Bream Creek provides perfect setting for escape
Our new Bream Creek Escape ride offers some of Tasmania’s best – rolling hills, wineries, farmers market, coastal views and starting and ending at the beach.
Main Yarra Trail connection open at Walmer Street
The connection between the Main Yarra Trail and the Walmer Street Bridge in Abbotsford has been officially opened.
Take a spin around the velodrome at the Bicycle Network E-bike Expo
Every day across Australia people are hopping onto e-bikes for the first time, loving it and never looking back. On April 7 at the Brunswick Velodrome, we are looking to give as many people as possible that opportunity, at the Bicycle Network E-bike Expo!
Should you worry about battery safety?
The safety of lithium ion batteries has been in the news recently, with a fire in the southern suburb of Electrona and Hobart landlord banning e-bike charging.
April a quieter month for rides
Our social ride leaders are easing into April with fewer rides but still of their usual high quality, and this is the last week of the Launceston twilight rides now that daylight savings is finishing.
Bike friendly bridge for Wye River
Work starts next month on the new bridge on the Great Ocean Road at Wye River that will come with wide, rideable shoulders for bike riders.
New bicycle helmet safety standard for Australia
The Australian Government will introduce a new helmet standard for the nation’s riders that will accept certain internationally accredited helmets for use locally.
Women benefit more than men from exercise
Women who partake moderate to vigorous exercise can get the same health benefits as men doing the same exercise, but in only half the time.
E-Bike sales boom in Germany
Despite tepid economic conditions in Germany the nations bike sector is humming along, and for the first time, e-bike sales have outstripped those of conventional bicycles.
Bike rider fatality in Tarneit
Police are investigating a fatal collision in Tarneit on Tuesday morning.
Elizabeth Street sewer works drag on
Work on the new Elizabeth Street sewer, which has disrupted the north-bound bike route along the street, will drag on until mid-year.
Delays on Exhibition Street
Riders heading into the city via the north-bound bike lane on Exhibition Street may encounter some short delays in the coming weeks and months.