When the elevated rail tracks are under construction for the level crossing removals on the Upfield line in Brunswick and Coburg, where will the bikes go?
Newsroom
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August 2019
Traffic shaved from shimmy
The East Brunswick shimmy route should be more popular with riders soon when the street is closed to motor traffic at the northern extent at Albert Street.
Sewer Works on Federation Trail
Riders may notice some service vehicles in proximity to the Federation Trail near Werribee soon.
Canning Street detours start soon
Work on the new $13.4M Carlton water main down Canning Street starts on Monday, and the first detour will be in place on Tuesday morning.
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No sustainability without bikes
Australia’s national infrastructure planners say we must overcome low rates of active transport to improve transport and sustainability across the nation.
Bike lock on steroids
Bike lovers prepared to go to extreme lengths to stop crooks pinching their favourite ride might at last have the answer, if they can lift it.
The biggest sticking points for riders
There are places in Melbourne that you should be able to ride a bike, but are not allowed. Help us fix these sticking points.
Fracturing fork recall
Cannondale has recalled its disk braked CAADX cyclocross bikes from model years 2013 to 2016, offering full replacements free of charge.
Bellarine Trail temporary closure
The Bellarine Rail Trail will be temporarily closed near Drysdale to enable a bridge lift, with a detour in place from 26 August to 7 September.
Loops within loops out of Sprent on a Sunday
There’s something for everyone in our Sprent ride on Sunday 25 August, with loops within loops to cater to four different routes.
Are e-scooters polluters
A new study has found that e-scooter programs do not reduce the environmental impact of transportation systems, and in most cases increase greenhouse emissions.
Regional VIC schools join forces to promote active transport
Bicycle Network is working with there Colac primary schools and the local council to launch a new initiative to increase physical activity and reduce traffic congestion.
The hill or the headwind?
Which do you prefer – grinding up a long relentless hill, or facing the full-frontal forces of the wind? Discussing the differences, similarities and person preference.
Sydney Road bike lane trial wins council backing
Moreland City has backed supporting major changes to struggling Sydney Road following a report to the council recommending a trial of separated bike lanes along the route.
RE:CYCLE, a bike made by coffee
A Swedish bike brand and coffee giant Nespresso have taken the love affair between riding bikes and drinking coffee to the next level.
Canberra calls for more mountain bikes
ACT Greens have called for more investment to confirm Canberra as a leading mountain biking destination in Australia.
Super Tuesday results: where Melburnians ride
Bike rider numbers continue to grow on Melbourne’s dedicated bike routes, show results from the 2019 Super Tuesday report.
North East Rail Trail work back on track
The Legislative Council has delivered its final report into the North East Rail Trail giving the state government’s compromise solution the thumbs up but trail opponents have vowed to fight on.
Council considers Sydney Road bike lane trial
Moreland City will weigh up supporting major changes to struggling Sydney Road following a report to the council recommending a trial of separated bike lanes along the route.