The RACT has released five scenarios for Hobart’s transport future and is asking people to comment on each of them.
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Uber is increasing congestion
Ride sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft have resulted in a massive increase in road congestion, according to a new study underway in San Francisco.
Physical activity vital to reducing childhood diabetes
Powerful evidence has emerged showing that increasing vigorous exercise can decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease in childhood.
Specialized recall faulty forks
Specialized have recalled a range of mountain bikes and suspension forks by Öhlins because the air spring can fire itself out of the top of the fork cap.
Exploding CO2 cartridge recalled
The Kobie brand 16g CO2 cartridges have been recalled due to a risk of explosion when exposed to extreme heat. Refunds are available online at Pushys.com.au
Great Vic important information
Here's a mini-guide with all the information you need so you can get to the Great Vic, set-up easily and have a relaxing start to your riding holiday.
Indooroopilly bikeway to be fast-tracked
Brisbane City Council has announced that it will fast-track the Indooroopilly bikeway with the first two stages to be built at once.
Bike riders spend more in local shops
New research has found that people who ride bikes, walk or take public transport spend 40 per more each month in local shops than people who drive.
Calls for quicker bike route rollout in Sydney
The City of Sydney’s new 12-year strategy to rapidly extend the city’s bike network was approved by Council following strong support.
Rail history & inner city
The RACT has released five scenarios for Hobart’s transport future and is asking people to comment on each of them. The survey asks you to rate the scenarios in order of preference and to nominate your top 3 projects. The scenarios have been released as part of the organisation’s quest for a 30-year vision for transport […]
Flowing freer, but Flinders still hindered
City of Melbourne has acted to improve the chaotic situation facing bike riders attempting to get around the roadworks outside Flinders Street Station.
Remembering those we’ve lost
This Sunday, on World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, Bicycle Network is calling for urgent action to protect people who ride bikes on our roads.
Bike lane blunder at Flinders Street station
The mysterious and dangerous disappearance of the bike lane outside Flinders Street Station is unacceptable and must be fixed immediately.
You won’t get clocked near the clocks
The City of Melbourne next week starts work on a new bike lane configuration outside Flinders Street station for riders entering the city over Princes Bridge.
Getting to the station: bike or car
Well-informed public transport commentator Daniel Bowen's discusses Melbourne's station carpark problem, highlighting bike infrastructure as a real solution.
Electric scooter share scheme trials in Australia
Electric scooters are expected to be whizzing around the streets this summer as part of a scooter share trial in Australia.
Recent fatalities again show need for improvement
Two recent fatalities in Queensland and Western Australia have yet again highlighted the need for better on-road riding environments.
Vale Jonathan Cantwell
Bicycle Network is saddened by the sudden passing of cyclist and friend Jonathan Cantwell.
Our outback escape hits Lonely Planet’s top five
Central Australia made Lonely Planet's top 5 in their recent list of regions ready for the spotlight. Bicycle Network's event team couldn't agree more!
Bike superhighways – everybody wins in Denmark
The Copenhagen Region is continuing to roll out its cycling superhighway infrastructure to encourage people to take longer commutes, and it's working!