The next stage of the detour of the Galada Timboore Trail at O’Herns Road, Epping is now afoot and a detour is in place for riders.
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January 2020
Priority crossing arrives at Scotchmer Street
Work is starting on a new crossing of Scotchmer Street in North Fitzroy that will give people riding the Linear Park Trail priority over cars on the street.
WOW celebrates 20th birthday three ways
The annual Women on Wheels bicycle ride turns 20 this year and we are celebrating with a new central Hobart location and choice of three routes to get you spinning on Sunday 1 March.
Surges Bay weekend away for new tourers
The Surges Bay Touring Taster is the first social ride to come out of the new Bicycle Network Tasmania bike touring group on the weekend 15–16 February.
Training when the weather is against you
Bicycle Network ambassador Kevin Eddy provides some advice for bike riders about training when the weather conditions are less than favourable.
RACV joins the call for passing laws
Motoring group RACV has joined the calls for minimum passing distance laws to be introduced in Victoria.
New study predicts massive increase in bike riding
A new study from one of the world's largest consulting firms says that bicycles are the future for urban transportation.
Tourist towns open and begging for business
Many of the tourist towns impacted by bushfires are now open, but there's no holiday-makers in sight. We encourage bike riders to take a vacation.
Take two wheels to the tennis
The best way to get to the Australian Open is to go by bike. We've put together a guide and map to help you get there from all corners of the city.
Should I ride in the smoke?
Is it ok to ride a bike in smoke or poor quality air? We've got some information to help you decide.
Darebin Creek Trail upgrade
The popular Darebin Trail is about to be closed and detoured as works on significant upgrades to the route through Bellfield get underway soon.
Recall: Surly racks off
Front racks sold by Surly, and marketed as convenient for schlepping packs of beer, have been recalled as they can come loose and contact the front wheel.
Uber to roll out JUMP bikes in Australia
Ride-share company Uber has unveiled ambitious plans to launch their dockless electric share bikes in Australia within weeks.
New detour for Canning Street works
Melbourne Water has resumed its water main installation along Canning Street in Carlton, with a new detour route for riders.
Moonee Ponds Creek boom gates alert
There will be brief delays for riders on the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail close to Docklands from Wednesday 15 January.
Giant flatties fail
Giant has recalled a version of Pinner DH Flat Pedal range because it can break and detach.
Main Yarra Trail minor disruptions
There will be interruptions to riders on the Main Yarra Trail in Abbotsford Monday 13 January.
Springvale Road bike lane detour
As work on the Mordialloc Freeway ramps up there will be detours to some local bike routes.
Preparing to defend a national title
Australian professional cyclists Grace Brown shares with us a rare insight into her preparation to defend her national title.
Our hearts go out to all impacted by the bushfire crisis
Our hearts break as Australia burns, but we remain strongly committed to supporting the communities who’ve so graciously welcomed our bike riding community over the years.