Bike commuting is tipped to increase by 55 per cent in Melbourne after COVID-19 – so when will we see more state government support?
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August 2020
Survey shows it’s time for Spring Street to step up
A survey released by VicHealth today has shown it's time for the Victorian state government to get on with making it easier to move around during COVID-19.
Port Phillip signals bike budget boost
Separated bike lanes along Jacka Boulevard and Beaconsfield Parade are part of a package of proposed active transport enhancements approved by the City of Port Phillip.
Separation at the S-Bend
New separated bike lanes have been installed at the bottom of William Street in the CBD where it curves around to link up with Queens Bridge over the Yarra.
Adelaide keen to drive out of depression
Adelaide is set to go against the trend and roll out the red carpet for cars as a way to help the city bounce back from COVID-19.
New Ring Road Trail detour
The M80 trail will have an additional detour for a short period next month, with the Blaxland Avenue overpass unavailable for about a week in mid-September.
Tassie parks it despite winter chills!
Tasmanians got a rain-free day to Park it for the Planet but still had to rug up against a chilly winter wind on Wednesday 26 August to help build the 5 tonnes of avoided CO2 emissions.
Bikes drive down carbon emissions
More than five tonnes of carbon emissions were saved from being spewed into the environment yesterday by Bicycle Network's Park it for the Planet event.
No joy for bike riders in Midtown designs
Hobart Council has released draft plans for a redesign of the “midtown” section of Elizabeth Street but calls for safer bicycle conditions have been rejected.
Tassie Bike News Bites
In this edition's Bike News Bites our Ride2School program join the University of Tasmania on a climate change research project, Burnie road closure, funding agreed for Intercity Cycleway-Macquarie Point link and new RACT expert panel for Launceston transport vision.
Womens Health good reason to go for a ride
With rain washing out a couple of our recent social rides we’re crossing our fingers that the next few weekends dry up as we’ve got some great rides coming up, including our monthly Women on Wheels ride on Sunday 6 September celebrating Womens Health Week 7–11 September.
Europe’s pop-up lanes are promising
German climate researchers have assessed that the new bike infrastructure rolled out across Europe has potential to deliver $3B in health benefits each year.
More cycleways to pop-up in Sydney
Sydney's pop-up cycleway scheme rolls on, with Stage 2 plans including over 20 kilometres of new bike lanes across eight council areas.
Great Vic Bike Ride held off for 2020
The Great Vic will sadly not go ahead this year due to COVID-19, however we will be back in 2021 to visit the art silos and Grampians in Western Victoria.
E-bikes spark more riding
A study of the health benefits of e-bikes has found that that although physical exertion is only moderate, people tend to ride more often.
No more slip-sliding away
Riders will be relieved that there is no longer a risk of hitting the deck on the pontoon bridges over the Moonee Ponds Creek in West Melbourne.
Canning approaches completion
The year-long disruption of bike-busy Canning Street during the major M205 water main project is almost wrapped up, with only a few detours remaining.
Life slows down but the cars speed up
With streets notably quieter during lockdown, police have announced an alarming trend in dangerous speeding drivers taking advantage of the extra space.
Park it for the Planet and get quaxing
Have you heard of quaxing? It's the easiest way to reduce your transport carbon emissions and you can start tomorrow on Park if for the Planet day.
NSW streets set for bike-friendly makeovers
The NSW Government has announced a list streets due for temporary transformations as part of their $15 million Streets as Shared Spaces Program.
Brisbane plays the long game on bike lanes
Brisbane City Council has opted to plan for permanent separated bikeways through the CBD rather than implement temporary bike infrastructure.
No changes to Trenerry Crescent
Trenerry Crescent between Clifton Hill and Abbotsford will remain unchanged for the time being after a City of Yarra vote by councillors.
Recall: Cannondale’s rack off
Cannondale has recalled the front rack kit for Cannondale Treadwell bicycles as it can become detached from the bike, possibly causing injury.
Your brew delivers watt bombs
New research has shown that coffee can do more than get you up for a pre-dawn ride – the caffeine inside your cuppa can also increase your power.
Rail Trails for NSW propose 11 new trails
Rail Trails for NSW has proposed 11 new trails in regional New South Wales in its 2020 state budget submission.
The Reactivated Bike: take part in a riding research project
Researchers from Wollongong, Sydney and Canberra Universities are conducting a research program about how COVID-19 restrictions have affected bike riding.
New dawn for Mornington?
Mornington Shire is promising a reboot of its bike strategy to attract more riding on the Peninsula.
Stop-go on Main Yarra Trail
Riders along the Main Yarra Trail through Richmond-Abbotsford may experience some short delays over the next week as Yarra Trams undertakes some upgrades.
Slip-sliding across the great divide
Riders are reminded to be cautious when using the temporary pontoon bridges across the Moonee Ponds Creek near Dynon Road in West Melbourne.
Top tips for riding to the shops
With Park it for the Planet coming up, we share some top tips on swapping out your car for the bike when heading to the shops.
Black Spot funding gives bikes a better run
Bike riders will be given precedence over barristers with digital alerts to be installed around the La Trobe Street bike lane in Melbourne's legal precinct.
WA goes big on bike trails
The Western Australian Government pledged a whopping $20m for bike projects earlier this week as part of a $150m infrastructure and tourism upgrade.
Greater Hobart mayors call for cycleway funds
Greater Hobart councils have banded together to ask the Tasmanian Government to fund a network of cycleways and better public transport in a joint submission update to this year’s budget process.
Tassie Bike News Bites
In this latest edition of bike news bites: Molle Street crossing gets funding, St Helens link path gets underway, Maydena scores MTB champs and more.
Victoria Street to close for tram track work
Victoria Street in Richmond will be closed to all traffic for more than a week from 10pm next Friday 21 August for tram track renewal. Get the full details here.
COVID crisis ignites interest in e-bikes
The 2020 bike boom has seen bike shops sell out around the world. But e-bikes have been selling fast too, with the e-bike boom predicted to last the longest.
London bike share turns 10
London’s bike share operation has survived ten—often controversial—years to reach a size and influence unthinkable when it took its first, uncertain ride.
The ‘burbing’ phenomenon
Burbing: to cycle every road in a suburb. One of the founding fathers of this increasingly popular phenomenon explains the concept in detail for us.
Moonee Ponds Creek detour alert
Riders along the Moonee Ponds Creek near the Moonee Valley Racecourse will face a detour this week on Friday 14 August.
Cycleway rides aim to help you park it
Park it for the Planet preparatory rides, Kangaroo Bay hop-off rides and Gunns Plains all feature in our upcoming social rides with August hitting a possible record of 15 rides offered throughout the month and it’s not over yet!
Disruption in North Altona
Riders along Dohertys Road in North Altona near the Altona Memorial Park should to be aware of ongoing water main works over the next eight months.
Hobart climate plan supports e-bikes
As we get ready to Park it for the Planet on 26 August, the City of Hobart has released a draft five-year sustainability action plan for public comment with a few actions listed that will improve conditions for e-bike riders.
Tips to keep you pedalling through lockdown
From the youngest riders to the most experienced cyclists, we've got some inspiration to keep you riding under stage 4 lockdown.
Parkiteer network still expanding
It’s clear public transport use has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. However up until the recently announced stage four restrictions, Victoria’s big builds were still all systems go. Construction is still going on, and we expect that once Victoria reopens we will have a number of new Parkiteer cages opening. Thanks to the Level [...]
United Energy Around the Bay cancelled due to COVID
Australia’s biggest one-day bike ride, Bicycle Network’s United Energy Around the Bay, will not go ahead this year because of COVID-19.
Recall: Specialized Sirrus cranks fail
Specialized has recalled its Sirrus bikes fitted with two-piece slotted cranks as the cranks may not have been installed to factory specification, causing risk to riders.
Can I still ride my bike outdoors?
Bicycle Network clarifies the advice about riding your bike outdoors during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.