Dorset Council has advertised a development application to create the North East Rail Trail on the section between Scottsdale and Wyena, with all public comment due by 25 January.
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Rathdowne Street disruptions
Watermain renewals in Carlton may disrupt riders on a short section of Rathdown Street over the next month.
City security works continue
Several security projects continue along bike routes through he city requiring caution as increasing numbers of riders return to the CBD commute.
Bay Trail boost in southern suburbs
The first stage of Seaford’s new shared use path is open between Seaford Road and Kananook Station, delivered by the Level Crossing Removal Project.
Yan Yean Pipe Track on track
Planning is being finalised for the construction of the Yan Yean Pipe Track from South Morang through Mill Park to the Darebin Creek Trail.
Intermittent closures along Djerring Trail
Sections of the Djerring Trail between Caulfield and Sandown Park will be restricted intermittently until the end of February.
Bridge closure and bikeways coming to Brisbane CBD
Brisbane City Council is actively making it easier for its residents to ride in the CBD with the upcoming closure of the Victoria Bridge and new separated cycleways.
Moreland bike lane trials rolling out
A raft of new bike infrastructure is ready to roll out across the City of Moreland with separated lanes on the way for vital routes across the municipality.
New off-road trails identified for Brisbane
A network of new mountain bike tracks, cyclo-cross circuits, pump tracks and off-road trails have been earmarked under Brisbane Council’s draft off-road cycling strategy.
We can see clearly now
Gone are the dark shrouds that had riders blind as they crossed The Moonee Ponds Creek on the narrow path at Footscray Road.
Raleigh Road Bridge gets wider, safer path
Riders will be relieved that the narrow and crowded path across the Maribyrnong River on the Raleigh Road Bridge will be widened.
Trail terminates at Docklands Studios
A section of the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail adjacent to Docklands Studios has closed to enable the construction of the new Sound Stage 6 project.
Caution required at Southgate
Riders should be alert to construction works as a concrete block is installed at the foot of Southgate Ave to control vehicle intrusion into promenade.
New trail for Little Yarra River
Planning is underway for an enticing new trail along the Little Yarra River near Yarra Junction.
Bridge Road and Yarra interruptions ahead
Tram works on Bridge Road and at the connecting Hawthorn Bridge over the Yarra will disrupt riders until mid-January
Opportunity opens for east trail connection
A new station between Surrey Hills and Mont Albert could provide opportunity to develop the proposed trail along the rail corridor from Box Hill to Hawthorn.
Help Yarra get its glow back
The City of Yarra was once—for a while—Australia’s most bike-friendly council, and now there is a chance it can get the title back again.
Change to M80 trail detour
Riders along the M80 Ring Road Trail in Thomastown can expect a minor change to their detour from next Monday.
Plans for bike-fueled stimulus in Narooma
The Narooma Mountain Bike Club signed an agreement with Forestry Corporation NSW to develop a network of mountain bike trails in the Bodalla State Forest.
Safety audit for Scarborough Bicycle Boulevard
The third stage of the Bicycle Boulevard project in Scarborough, WA, will continue while a full safety audit is conducted at the request of local drivers.
Federation Trail Detour update
Works on construction of the new Federation Trail bridge at Williams Landing are underway again, causing the trail to be closed and detoured.
Northcote’s first pop-up bike lane coming this month
The City of Darebin will be installing its first pop-up bike lane along South Crescent in Northcote later this month.
Toorak Road underpass improvements
Silt deposits in the Gardiners Creek at Toorak Road are being removed in an attempt to prevent frequent and annoying flooding of the adjacent trail.
Gig economy inquiry must be expedited
Findings from the New South Wales Legislative Council’s inquiry into the gig economy must be expedited to make a better workplace for food delivery riders.
Elizabeth St uphill bike lane to be trialled
The Hobart Council is set to trial an uphill painted bike lane alongside its Ready for Business project on Elizabeth Street between Melville and Brisbane streets.
Cycleways down the centre of popular Sydney streets
Sydney continues to utilize pop-up cycleways to plug gaps in their network, announcing three new pilot lanes on Oxford Street, Liverpool Street and College Street.
Murray to Mountain Trail extension funded
Another 30 kilometres will be added to the Murray to Mountain Trail by next autumn, the state government announced today.
Box Hill to Hawthorn trail gathers steam
The proposal for a vital bike corridor from the east has firmed, as the Department of Transport moves to conclude feasibility study into a bike corridor from Box Hill to Hawthorn.
Park and Ride for bikes at Bulleen
In an innovative development, a massive new ‘bus station’ to be built at Bulleen will have advanced facilities for bike riders.
Pop-up bike fest in the Gong
The City of Wollongong is hosting a pop-up bike fest next weekend, and continuing to pedal hard towards becoming a world class bike riding destination.
Bridge lift at Sayers and Palmers Road
The new Federation Trail bridge truss over Sayers and Palmers Road in Williams Landing will be lifted into place this weekend.
Hawthorn Bridge works close path link
A short section of path that riders use to connect to Bridge Road via Yarra Boulevard from the Main Yarra Trail will be closed from time to time from next week until Christmas.
Moonee Ponds Creek link underway
A new connection on Moonee Ponds Creek Trail has reached the delivery phase with work on a new bridge linking Essendon and Brunswick West starting next year.
Wollongong’s MTB masterplan takes shape
Wollongong City Council is set to begin detailed design and construction work on the early stages of the Cringila Hills Masterplan, with mountain bikes at the forefront.
Frensham Reserve trail closed
The relocation of transmission towers to Frensham Reserve, Watsonia will require the closure of a section of the trail this month.
Road works on Great Ocean Road
Riders taking advantage of the new freedoms and exploring further west on the Great Ocean Road may encounter a lane closure at Separation Creek.
More security installation along the Yarra
Riders should take care as work gets underway next week on the installation of additional security measures in public areas on the north and south banks of the Yarra River.
Super Sunday stats show riding is still strong
Early data from last month's Super Sunday count show people are still riding bikes in big numbers, with previous Super Sunday records being smashed.
Ferry, new paths to spark eastern shore cycle revolution?
The Tasmanian Government has announced a one-year ferry trial between Bellerive and Hobart that will provide free travel to people with a bicycle or Metro Greencard.
Lord Mayor searches for reverse gear
City of Melbourne councillors are planning on bringing more cars back into the CBD with the lure of cheap parking.
Raleigh Road Bridge gets wider, safer path
Riders will be relieved that the narrow and crowded path across the Maribyrnong River on the Raleigh Road Bridge will be widened.
New Beach Road bike lane for Batemans Bay
Cycling along one popular stretch of Beach Road just got safer for riders in Batemans Bay, with a new cycle lane between Batehaven and Surf Beach.
Level crossing project to test bike commitment
The Glen Huntly level crossing removals present an opportunity for the state government to honour its obligations to include essential bike infrastructure, but your feedback is crucial.
Vital path link closed
The bike link on Todd Road, Port Melbourne, will be closed for all of next week, with the off-road path to be re-instated following electricity works under the bridge.
Trails a’Plenty – $20M bushland link
Planning is now underway for the new $20.4M Plenty River Trail project through Plenty Gorge in Melbourne’s north.
Detour for bike bridge construction
Work will start later this month on the new bridge that will take the Federation Trail over the Westgate Freeway inbound exit ramp at Williamstown Road.
Seddon sewer project
Melbourne Water will be undertaking sewer inspections around Seddon this month on streets that can be busy with bikes.
Can Skylands change Tassie development?
Droughty Point on Hobart’s River Derwent is set to become the capital’s newest suburb, but can it set a new standard for residential development so it becomes more than a place to drive in and out of, including good cycling links?
Flooded trail fixed, for now
The incessant flooding of the Federation Trail at Laverton North may be a thing of the past. Fingers crossed.
Bus operation to squeeze bike lane
The William Street bike lane along the Flagstaff Gardens will be squeezed for space for a while during November due to a major replacement-bus operation.
Closures on the Hallam Bypass Trail
There will be intermittent closures of the Hallam Bypass Trail from now until the end of November as part of Stage 2 of the Monash Freeway Upgrade.
Powerline works on the Merri Creek Trail
Riders should be aware of upcoming maintenance activities on the busy Merri Creek Creek Trail between the Brunswick Velodrome and Ceres.
Northern River Rail Trail one step closer
A new rail trail in NSW is one step closer after legislation passed last week in the Lower House for the Northern Rivers Rail Trail.
$6.5M bid for East Gippsland Rail Trail development
The East Gippsland Rail Trail is in line for a major redevelopment as part of plans to revitalise the fire ravaged district.
It’s time to vote for your Councillors Victoria
As ballots start to reach mailboxes for this year’s local government elections, Bicycle Network is calling on Victorians to help elect candidates that support people-friendly streets.
Long-term bike vision for regional WA
Western Australian state and local governments are working together to develop a strategic long-term vision for bike riding, active transport and bike tourism.
Safety upgrade for Horsham roundabout riders
One of Horsham's busiest intersections is being upgraded to incorporate bike lanes and improve safety for roundabout riders.
Better bike lane at Fed Square
Work has started on the installation of security bollards along Swanston Street outside Federation Square that will improve the bike lane in the bustling block.
Councils to lift their game?
A new information hub has been created to improve the capability of local government to plan, design, deliver, activate and evaluate active travel projects.
Tow away zones extended
Drivers that casually park on clearways in Melbourne could find their cars towed away and impounded under new rules being rolled out.