The answer to traffic congestion in our capital cities isn’t in cutting back permanent migration, it’s in investing and creating space for active transport.
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The latest rideable reactions
With e-scooter hire schemes launching in QLD, SA and NZ, the discussion around where these new transport modes fit into existing systems continues.
Funding confirmed for 12 Apostles Trail
The Federal Government has announced $10M for construction of the 12 Apostles Trail, a project Bicycle Network has been pushing for 15 years.
Move over cars, bike parking’s coming
In the recent announcement of federal funding for Hobart bicycle infrastructure was $100,000 for on-road bike parking stations.
Roads lobby back-pedals on cars
Some of Australia’s fiercest advocates of road building and the car-based lifestyle are starting to have second thoughts: maybe more cars aren’t the answer?
Hobart wins from Wilkie federal bicycle funding
The member for Clark, independent MP Andrew Wilkie, has secured $850,000 in federal government funding for bicycle infrastructure for Hobart.
Mountain bike action at Derby, Wild Mersey & kunanyi/Mt Wellington
The federal government has awarded more than $1 million in regional grant funding to the Wild Mersey and Blue Derby mountain bike tracks and the City of Hobart wants to know what you think of the kunanyi/Mt Wellington tracks.
Hobart City Deal a fizzer for walking and cycling
After a long wait, Hobart's City Deal was finally signed by all levels of government last week but there was no new money for cycling or walking.
EU says no to compulsory e-bike insurance
Recently the European Parliament dismissed a proposal to require riders of electric bikes to buy motor-vehicle-style third-party liability insurance.
Cash for commuting catches on
The Italian city of Bari are paying residents per kilometre to ride bikes, in a bid to get people out of cars and rid the city of car traffic congestion.
Bike rider fatalities continue to flatline
Following another year where bike riding fatalities have remained stagnant, Bicycle Network is calling for urgent action to address risks for people who ride bikes.
Fake e-bike unmasked in pedestrian death
The so-called e-bike involved in a fatal collision with a pedestrian should have been labelled a motorbike, exposing a dangerous loop hole that needs tightening.
Review of distracted driving and device use rules underway
A review into Australia's road rules regarding distracted driving that may result in a blanket ban on device use is gathering support.
Add all-ages bike paths to transport mix
The answer to traffic congestion in our capital cities isn’t in cutting back permanent migration, it’s in investing and creating space for active transport. Prime Minister Scott Morrison talks of population plans and cutting annual migration with the justification that “I want Australians to spend less time in traffic and more time with their families, […]
Hobart Domain highways up for review
The Australian and Tasmanian Governments are reviewing the three highways bordering Hobart’s Queens Domain to come up with a plan to improve transport through the area, including cycling and walking.
New north-east MTB tracks start in early 2019
The answer to traffic congestion in our capital cities isn’t in cutting back permanent migration, it’s in investing and creating space for active transport. Prime Minister Scott Morrison talks of population plans and cutting annual migration with the justification that “I want Australians to spend less time in traffic and more time with their families, […]
Road safety performance going nowhere
There is need for a dramatic change in road safety management in Australia, according to a recently released inquiry into the national road safety strategy
Coastal Pathway cashed up
The North-West Coastal Pathway is is set to be extended to from Sulphur Creek to Latrobe after the state government confirmed $4.8 million of funding.
Footpath riding with Olivia, Celeste and Chloe
Olivia is 8 years old and is scared that some of her friends who are about to turn 12 will soon be forced to ride their bikes on the road.
Report: road safety strategy failing
A report from the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) shows that bike rider fatalities increased by 80 per cent over the past 12 months.