City of Ryde has created a Green Links draft Masterplan for the County, Shrimptons Creek and Terrys Creek corridors, and are seeking feedback from the public.
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Lane closures in Burnley Street
Riders on Burnley Street in Richmond may encounter partial lane closures over the next few weeks as Melbourne Water contractors replace underground sewer vent lines.
Pop-up pulse check
City of Melbourne and Victorian state government both made pop-up bike lane promises when the pandemic struck. Let's do a quick pulse check to see where they're at.
Darebin Trail upgrade open
A major upgrade of the Darebin Creek Trail is all but complete, with the trail fully open within the next few days.
Frankston gets charged up
Frankston City on Melbourne’s southern bayside is launching an e-bike scheme with 150 pedal-assisted bikes using the Nueron pedalec bike from Singapore.
Airport Rail to deliver new bike links
The Melbourne Airport Rail project has announced that new and enhanced bike connections will be delivered as part of the new rail line to the airport at Tullamarine.
Final step to remove the cursed steps
Final approval is expected on Wednesday for the removal of the embarrassing obstacle on Australia’s most attractive bike route—the steps on the Main Yarra Trail at Abbotsford.
Georges River Council to build your bike tracks
With the increasing popularity of bike riding in skate parks and off-road, Georges River Council is conducting community consultation for more off-road bike riding infrastructure.
New bike connection for Werribee
A new bridge planned for West Wyndham will deliver important new links in the bicycle network in Melbourne’s west.
Geelong push for safer roads
Geelong plans to make active transport a key plank of its new road safety strategy.
New cycle path between Picton and Tahmoor
Here’s some good news for anyone in the Wollondilly area who rides a bike: a new 2.4 kilometre shareway between Picton and Tahmoor will include a cycle path
North East Rail Trail extension a step closer
The extension of the North East Rail Trail is a step closer following a recent ruling from the Resource Management Planning and Appeals Tribunal.
Farm Road awaits bridge planning
The long-planned Alphington Link on the Darebin Creek Trail near the LaTrobe Golf Club is closer to reality with the release of a preferred route and concept designs.
Jackson Creek Trail opportunities
Opportunities have emerged for expanded trails along Jackson Creek at Sunbury in Melbourne’s north west.
Federation Trail improvements roll on
The next stage of the linear park project along the Federation Trail is getting underway and promises some great attractions for riders along the route from Melbourne to Werribee.
Williamstown poised for street upgrade
Hectic Ferguson Street in central Williamstown is to get an upgrade which will make it safer for people on bikes and walking.
$10M commitment to Peninsula Trail
Mornington Shire has committed $10M over the next five years towards the completion of the Peninsula Trail project.
Bridge closure in Northcote
The 100 year-old High Street Bridge over the Merri Creek will be closed later this month to replace the existing bridge deck with a new, stronger structure that can take the weight of tram traffic.
Kingborough bike plan sets high bar
Kingborough Council has released a draft bicycle plan to build a connected network of paths over coming years, which has had extensive input from local bike riders, Bicycle Network and Cycling South.
Main Yarra Trail detour
Bikes along the Yarra Trail near Princes Bridge will be temporally detoured at the Peppercorn Lawn tomorrow, Friday.
Sewer works on Gardiner’s Creek Trail
Melbourne Water tomorrow begins work on the preliminary stages of a major rehabilitation project of the Gardiner’s Creek Sewer Main.
Shepparton Safer Cycling Corridor project underway
Regional Roads Victoria are seeking feedback on their plans for Safer Cycling Corridor improvements on Graham, Corio and Monash Streets in Shepparton.
New shared path to connect Fairy Meadow and North Gong
The Wollongong City Council is asking for feedback on a new shared pathway along the Princes Highway, between Guest Avenue, Fairy Meadow and Station Street, North Wollongong.
South Perth path set for upgrades
One of the most popular bike routes in Western Australia is set for a state-first bike crossing, path widening and resurfacing.
A new plan for Oxford Street
After the City of Sydney recently scrapped the bold plans for a cycleway down the middle of Oxford Street, further delaying safe passage for one of the busiest bike routes in the city, a new design is now open for consultation.
Community supports Kalaru to Bega shared path
Initial community feedback on a proposal for a shared path between Kalaru and Bega has been completed, with significant support from the locals.
New Williamstown Beach route proposed
The historic boulevard along Victoria Street, Williamstown, will become an important new bike route connecting to Williamstown Beach and the Bay Trail.
Swan Point-Launceston trail on the cards
In good news for northern riders, the West Tamar Council is looking to expand its trail network to better cater for people riding for transport and recreation, including a commuter trail from Swan Point to Launceston.
Handbrake released on Park Street project
The project to upgrade the streetscape in Park Street in South Melbourne and include better bike facilities is rolling again after being stalled by local opposition.
Birds replace bikes on flooded trail
Wildlife is again frolicking in floodwaters across the Federation Trail at Laverton North, exactly a year after the problem appeared fixed for good.
Part-time proviso for Port Road bike lanes
A dedicated parking lane and full-time bike lane is being installed along Port Road, between Grand Junction Road and Earle Avenue, with a part-time proviso.
Oxford Street back to the drawing board
The City of Sydney have scrapped the bold plans for a moveable cycleway down the middle of Oxford Street, further delaying a safe passage for one of the busiest bike routes in the city.
Bay Trail forges path further west
The trail around Port Phillip Bay will soon embark a new expedition that will take it as far west as the Point Cook Homestead and Coastal Park.
Have your say on central Hobart plan approach
Release of the joint state–local government plan for central Hobart is still several months away but in the meantime a discussion paper will be released on 26 October outlining the approach to the plan and you can have your say.
Arden precinct plan firms up
Planning is nearing completion on the new bike-friendly precinct to be developed above and around the new underground Metro station in North Melbourne.
Mornington Trail on track for completion
A major effort is underway to banish the missing links on the Bay Trail along the Mornington Peninsula.
Perth-Fremantle shared path extension opens
A new 2.1 kilometre section of shared path along the Fremantle train line that gives riders and walkers a safe, off-road route to travel between Perth and North Fremantle has opened.
Community calls for a greener more liveable Wolli Creek Valley
A group of local residents have got together to launch a campaign to help create a greener, cleaner and more liveable Wolli Creek Valley.
12 ideas for improving Sydney’s future transport
Committee for Sydney has launched twelve ideas for the update of Transport for NSW's Future Transport Strategy, including "make cycling a serious mode of transport."
Unboxing: Hawthorn to Box Hill Trail
The feasibility of the proposed Box Hill to Hawthorn trail along the railway corridor has been confirmed, with progress now dependent on future funding announcements.
Improve road safety in Wyndham
The City of Wyndham—the huge municipality in Melbourne’s burgeoning west—is developing a road safety strategy, and you can help.
Safety plan for deadly highway
The dark history of Black Forest Drive has possibly reached the final chapter, with new plans announced to tame the dangerous former highway.
Works near Capital City Trail
Riders will notice a water main renewal project underway adjacent to the Capital City Trail in North Fitzroy from next week.
Shrine to Sea link takes shape
The creation of a bike-friendly boulevard from St Kilda Road to Beaconsfield Parade is taking shape with a vision for the project being revealed to the public.
Expect minor impacts in Aberfeldie
The upgrade of the Maribyrnong River main sewer has moved to the Aberfeldie Park precinct, adjacent to the Maribyrnong River Trail and local bike routes.
A new cycleway for Newcastle
Newcastle's bike riding network has received a boost with works finalising on a 1.1km shared path along Watkins Street, linking Glebe Road with Merewether Beach.
Blayney’s main street reimagined
The Blayney Shire Council and Place Design Group presented (via Zoom) a reimagined main street that included dedicated bike lanes and traffic-calming infrastructure.
Works starting on Barwon Heads Road upgrade
Construction starts next month on the upgrading of Barwon Heads Road through urban Geelong, bringing with it much needed bike infrastructure improvements.
Bikes corridors now in Melbourne plan
Melbourne’s official plans for future development across the metropolis will for the first time map strategic cycling corridors that are to form the arterial network for the city’s bike riders.
Ride clear of Docklands tram works
A major upgrade of tram infrastructure on Harbour Esplanade at Docklands is not expected to impact the bike trail along the harbour.
New trails for Dapto’s Dimond Bros Reserve
Dapto’s Dimond Bros Reserve is set for two new bike tracks, with something on offer for both beginners and more experienced riders. Public consultation is open until September 29.
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.
New bike plan for southern suburbs
The City of Kingston in Melbourne’s south has embarked on development of a new bike plan for the municipality.
Huntingfield 1st stage out for comment
The Tasmanian Government has lodged a development application for its new housing estate in Huntingfield, south of Kingston, with a 3 metre wide shared path featured throughout the site.
Stonnington shapes up local network
Melbourne’s inner east seems set to gain more bike routes as the City of Stonnington implements a local ’shimmy’ network.
Bikes open gate to innovation precinct
Planning has started on the creation of Melbourne’s new innovation precinct at Fishermans Bend, and the first step of the plan is provision of the bike infrastructure.
Mornington upgrade presents bike opportunity
Planning for an upgrade to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway through Rosebud presents a not-to-be missed opportunity for local bike route upgrades.
Ride Rocky
Check out the new promotional campaign featuring Rockhampton's two top-notch mountain bike parks – First Turkey Mountain Bike Park and Mount Morgan’s Mountain Bike Trails.
Port Phillip lines up pop-ups
Riders in Melbourne's inner south appear set to gain a clutch of new pop-up bike lanes later this year, courtesy of the Department of Transport’s $13M pop-up bike lane program.
Trams works to close High Street Kew
Riders in Kew will face disruptions this month as major tram track upgrades close sections of High Street.