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Avoiding Carmageddon

With lockdowns and travel restrictions now lifted, but the latest variant still lingering, our post-lockdown transport is facing some new challenges, and all roads point to car chaos.

Can I still ride my bike outdoors?

Bicycle Network has advice about when, where and who you can ride with during coronavirus restrictions. Advice was last updated on Monday 16 August 2021.

Rose Bay promenade cycleway delayed

The cycleway on Rose Bay promenade has been further delayed to avoid inconveniencing the record number of locals flocking to the waterfront during lockdown.
Exercise can fight COVID

Exercise can fight COVID

A major new study has found that physical activity, such as regular bike riding, is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself against the COVID-19 virus.
A case to keep pop-ups

A case to keep pop-ups

A new study of European city's temporary bike lanes has found that if you build it, they will bike; and predicts that if you keep it, they will continue to bike.
COVID 19 noise chars

A COVID kind of hush

A fascinating study has confirmed that exposure to environmental noise dropped nearly in half during COVID-19 lockdowns.

How bikes made 2020 better

We often say that the bike is a simple solution to some of the world’s most complicated problems and that was never truer than in 2020.

World Heritage sites give cars the boot

Some of the most valued and appreciated places in the world are taking a lesson from the COVID-19 lockdown and keeping their streets clear of motor cars.

COVID loves obesity

Another great reason to keep riding has emerged with research now confirming a worrying relationship between obesity and the impacts of COVID-19.

Bike maintenance during lockdown

Melbourne's business restrictions have changed the way bike servicing operates. Here's how you can keep your bike going during lockdown.

Yarra lanes locked in

Improved bike lanes on Elizabeth Street in Richmond and Park Street in Fitzroy North are here to stay.

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.

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.

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.

Should I wear a mask when riding?

There are exceptions to mask and face cover rules for people riding bikes, however you always need to carry one and should cover up when possible.
eastern trails network

Places to ride during lockdown

Avoid the lockdown blues with this list of great places to ride around Melbourne, including some reminders about staying safe and active.
Sydney pop up bike lanes

Sydney plans to keep pedalling

Sydney was quick to announce and implement pop-up bike lanes as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and now Lord Mayor Clover Moore wants more.

Ride on Melbourne

Today residents of Greater Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire begin day one of a six-week stint in stage three lockdown.
ireland spends big on bikes

Ireland spending up big on bikes

The Republic of Ireland have committed a whopping €360 million annually (over AU$586 million) to cycling and walking schemes for the next five years.

COVID has lessons for road safety

A powerful new report urges the government to learn the lessons of COVID-19 and apply them to the development of the new National Road Safety Strategy.