As governments across the country are grapple with ways to reduce the road toll, new research suggests that building more protected bike lanes may just do the trick.
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Truckies and bike riders set to swap seats
Melbourne bike riders are being given the chance to see the road from a truck driver’s point of view at a special event hosted by Bicycle Network and Rail Projects Victoria.
Bike education boost for Mildura students
Mildura Specialist School is the latest lucky recipient of a Ride2School grant, which will be put towards a bike education program for students.
Been wronged? You can fight a fine.
Two different riders in Melbourne were given unreasonable fines by police but had a good result in court. If you've also been wronged you can get support.
Great arses not tight arses
Bicycle Network CEO Craig Richards takes a unique slant on why some people might hate bike riders.
More Great Vic alumni gold
Australian sprint cycling champion Caitlin Ward has added her name to the growing list of Aussie superstars who cut their teeth on the Great Vic Bike Ride.
Victorian budget: what’s in it for bikes?
The Victorian Budget talks a big transport game, but doesn't walk the walk when it comes to proper change.
St Kilda Road fix in the budget
The Victorian State Government today announced that they will come good on an election promise to build bike lanes on St Kilda Road with $27 million committed in the 2019/20 budget.
Changes to West Footscray station path
Riders that use the shared path across the railway line within West Footscray station will notice changed conditions on the overpass for the rest of the year.
Sydney’s new Metro: have bikes been underestimated?
The first stage of the new Sydney Metro opens this Sunday, but one resident has outlined his concerns that active travel and micromobility have been overlooked.
Drivers break more road rules than riders
A new study out of Denmark shows that only 5 per cent of bike riders are breaking road rules while driving, compared to 66 per cent of drivers who are doing so.
Ridiculous footpath laws force toddlers into traffic
A recent question from a member regarding riding on the footpath with a child in a child seat has revealed a dangerous loophole in the already silly Victorian laws.
Across the ditch in search of greatness
Bicycle Network's search for great bike riding escapes has taken us to some amazing locations, but perhaps none as breathtaking as New Zealand.
Drivers will block texts, not calls
New research shows that drivers may be willing to use phone apps that block the most distractions, but still want to be able to chat in hands free mode.
Recall: e-bike battery flame out
A battery fitted to some eZeebike e-bikes has been recalled as it can catch fire during re-charging. The product was sold from 1 April 2016 until 30 June 2018.
Chandler Highway bridge conversion starts
Work has started on converting the heritage Chandler Highway bridge into a new bike and pedestrian crossing of the Yarra River.
Wellington Parade closure looms
The M41 Water Main Renewal Project will commence construction at the Wellington Parade and Clarendon Street intersection, from Tuesday 11 June, disrupting bike routes.
Riders, take care on Cardigan and Elgin
The City of Melbourne is improving the footpath and kerbing on the north side of Elgin Street in Carlton, impacting riders for 10 days, starting Monday 27 May.
Escape to the red centre
Missed our first outback adventure? Bicycle Network General Manager, Public Affairs Anthea Hargreaves recaps the first Great Outback Escape.
Tassie Bike News Bites
A roundup of news bites for bike riders, including a pump track at Railton, West Tamar Hwy changes, new Kingborough tracks map, and St Helens tracks.