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April 2022
Southbank construction squeeze shifts riders
Riders who use Southbank Promenade to get along the Yarra River will find access restricted for months as construction begins to upgrade the Promenade.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Moves to extend Coastal Pathway to Stanley but no MTB trails Construction of the Coastal Pathway between Wynyard and Burnie is yet to begin but the council is already looking to the future. Waratah–Wynyard Council has given the go ahead to investigating a 73 km extension of the Coastal Pathway to Stanley at its April [...]
Getting out of town
With winter fast approaching our social ride leaders are making the most of the good weather with a few different ride options, including a long ride to New Norfolk and exploration around Oatlands.
Tasman riders aim for local MTB trails
The Tasman Peninsula is the latest Tassie location to have mountain bike trails proposed to cater to the local thirst for shredding as well as providing another activity for tourists.
Dutch intersection signs could help visiting riders
One of our members has come up with a proposal to adopt the Dutch system of intersection numbering to help promote cycling in the Northern Midlands and Meander Valley.
Lights on for Boulie project
Upgrades to the Boulevard in Kew have started with work to install street lighting through the precinct now underway.
Election boosts prospects for trails fix
Two major but incomplete trails in Melbourne’s south-east are in play for funding this Federal election.
E-bike provider Neuron has hit the Sydney streets
E-bike-sharing company Neuron has landed in Sydney this week, deploying 250 of its orange two-wheelers for hire across the CBD and eastern suburbs.
Final link in Perth to Mandurah shared path now complete
The remaining section of the 74 kilometre Kwinana Freeway Principal Shared Path, between Leach Highway and Mount Henry Bridge, is now complete and open to the public.
Frankston’s big idea rolls on bike wheels
Frankston City is in the act of remaking itself and getting people on bikes is one of the big ideas for the future.
Sydney city street to become bike-friendly promenade
Castlereagh Street is one of Sydney’s busiest city streets, and plans are underway to transform it into a people-friendly promenade with bike lanes and alfresco dining.
4 Photos Hobart: what’s changed since 2019?
In January 2022, Bicycle Network went back to Hobart’s four key bike riding locations to see what’s changed in three years.
More train disruptions across Melbourne lines
Riders who take their bikes on trains may face disruptions over the next few weeks as a number of lines are impacted by shutdowns.
Templestowe road works disruption
There will be concentrated construction activity for the next two months as the notorious roundabout at Porter Street in Templestowe is converted to a controlled intersection.
Regional Parks to extend bike routes
Two parks in Melbourne’s North West will expand bike facilities in the region.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Learning to ride and how to go bike touring are two valuable sessions being offered in Launceston and Hobart, Devonport Council is calling for comments on its open place strategy and Kingborough Council on its draft capital works plan.
Ireland’s massive active transport spend tackles climate change
Ireland will spend an average $1.5M a day on active travel projects in a bid to meet climate change targets.
Four Photos: Bendigo and Ballarat update
In 2019, Bicycle Network took four photos along key bike corridors in both Bendigo and Ballarat. See what has changed three years on...
Landmark bridges open at Echuca-Moama
The new Dhungala and Yakoa Bridges, which cross the Murray and Campaspe Rivers at Echuca-Moama, offer five kilometres of shared user path for riders and walkers.
WA government to spend $8m on bikes and walking paths
Over 57 kilometres of bike and walking paths will be built across Western Australia, thanks to new funding by the State Government.
What’s happening around Hobart
There are a few pathway and parking projects going on around Hobart at the moment so we’ve pulled them together here for you to see what progress is being made.
River deep, mountain high
Water features strongly in this fortnight’s social rides with a ride by the river in Ranelagh and one in Hobart and a recumbent ride to Blackwood Creek. To attend any of our free social rides, just click on the RSVP link and respond online or email/call the ride leader.
Bridge closure on Diamond Creek Trail, Eltham
A bridge on the Diamond Creek Trail near Laurel Hill Drive in Eltham North is currently closed as the council undertakes works until mid to late April.
Resurfacing for Wellington Street
Starting Tuesday 19 April and concluding – Friday 22 April Wellington Street will be closed to northbound and southbound traffic, including the bike lanes.
Breakfast Creek Green Bridge set to be built
The 'green bridge' initiative, led by Brisbane City Council, aims to improve active transport links across the riverways and into the city.
Improved cycleways on the cards for Sydney
City of Sydney have made a nod to more well-connected cycleways, with safer separated lanes on King and Oxford Streets.
Sewer bypass near Aberfeldie path
A bypass will be operating from April to June on the Maribyrnong River in Aberfeldie. The trail though Riverside Park will remain open during the works.
New station to unlock bike corridor
A new station and level crossing removal at Keon Park will unlock the opportunity for a long-planned bike route to Melbourne’s North.
Do you use the Kep Track?
Main Roads WA are currently gathering information about how riders use and experience the Kep Track, which will inform the planning of a proposed route for a new Eastlink highway.
Winning design for Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway revealed
The long-awaited new designs for the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway have been unveiled this week.
Tassie upper house polls in 3 seats on 7 May
The Tasmanian upper house elections are set for Saturday 7 May and are likely to be drowned out by the federal election but it’s important we keep bikes on local political agendas.
Disruptions on Whitehall Street, Footscray
Riders on Whitehall Street in Footscray will need to take care next Wednesday while the trail is temporarily closed adjacent to the West Gate Tunnel operations site.
Darebin releases transport strategy refresh and EV policy drafts
The City of Darebin have started community consultations on their 2022 Transport Strategy Refresh and a proposed Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy.
Take me to the April sun in Moonah
There are heaps of social rides this fortnight in all corners of the state to choose from, including a return of a recumbent ride in the north. Get in before the weather turns cooler to enjoy our beautiful autumn weather.
Great Southern Rail Trail extends to Korumburra
A new section of the popular Great Southern Rail Trail, between Korumburra and Leongatha, is now officially open to the public.
Tassie Bike News Bites
Northern Midlands is the latest council to set up a bicycle committee, Glenorchy Council reimagines its civic centre with a bike lane through the site, and Kingborough Council opts for car parking over a protected bike lane.
La Trobe Street night works update
Riders who use the La Trobe Street bike route in the evenings and through the night will encounter road closures from the middle of this month.
Darebin Creek Trail closure at Epping
The trail along the Darebin Creek will be closed at Epping. Works associated with the Child’s Road upgrade will close the facility between now and May 2022.
Upgrade to Scotchmans Creek Trail
Damaged pavement along a section of the Scotchmans Creek Trail at Mount Waverley is being replaced.
Rail and road changes at Hoppers Crossing
Major changes to rail and road arrangements at Hopper Crossing continue as the level crossing removal and road bridge work move forward.
Ten marginal electorates riders need to watch this election
We count down the top marginal seats in this election, and the key bike projects that you can support.
Crane removal disruption in Collingwood
Gipps Street in Collingwood will be closed to traffic on Thursday and Friday for the removal of a tower crane.
Heidelberg Road bike lane closure
Road works in Alphington will close the city-bound bike lane on Heidelberg Road for a short distance during the next two weeks.
Little Vic, big success
The special edition Little Vic Bike Ride finished-up yesterday in Great Western, after 4 magnificent days of riding and camping around the Grampians. Read how it all went down.
Writing to candidates this federal election
Contacting your local candidates this federal election will help strengthen the voice for people who ride bikes in Australia.