A new 3 metre wide shared path running between Snug and Margate has been officially opened, with locals already embracing the easy link between the two towns.
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Calls for a special passing distance policing unit
Bicycle Network is calling for the introduction of a special police unit to enforce the safe passing of people who ride bikes on the road.
Pascoe Vale Road sewer project alert
The Pascoe Vale Road sewer relining project gets underway soon and may have some impact on riders in the Pascoe Vale and Strathmore areas from early next year.
Bicycle budget needs boost to build cycleways
Bicycle Network has made a submission to the Tasmanian Government’s budget process, calling for a $32 million bicycle infrastructure fund to build safer cycleways.
Hobart’s good & not so good news
Bicycle riders in Hobart have had two small wins with the lengthening of the green bicycle signal at Evans Street and the relocation of a pole on the Channel Highway in Taroona.
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.
Labor’s re-election an opportunity to deliver for bikes
Bicycle Network would like to congratulate Daniel Andrews and the Labor party on their landslide victory yesterday’s Victorian State election.
Extra crossings announcements a gain for bikes
The State Government has committed to the removal of another 25 level crossings, raising hopes that some bike trails will be upgraded as part of the project.
Dooring campaign revived
With warmer weather on the way and more bikes interacting with cars on our roads, VicRoads is rolling out a campaign to raise awareness around dooring.
Cottesloe calls for community insights in cycle network project
The Town of Cottesloe seek to gain insights into community expectations of where new bike routes should be within Cottesloe. The survey period closes Dec. 5
Greens pledge commuting superhighway
The Victorian Greens have unfolded a $250M plan to boost bike riding, including developments in infrastructure, education, bike tourism and existing laws.
Andrews pledges Northern Trails
The Andrews government has pledged major expansion of the trail network in Melbourne’s north, including a commitment to complete the Plenty River Trail.
Barwon Heads Road bike upgrade
Barwon Heads Road will get a section of new shared path behind a safety barrier as part of a major upgrade to the road and railway overpass at Marshall.
Let’s not stand for less space for bikes
The unveiling of Victoria’s new V/Line VLocity trains revealed that the revamped carriages will have even less space for bikes.
Canberra keeps road rules to protect bike riders
The ACT has decided to keep minimum passing distance laws, following a report that found the number of crashes has reduced during a three year trial period.
Rail Trail faces hurdle from parliament inquiry
The North East Rail Trail is the subject of a new parliamentary inquiry which could delay the start of work and potentially jeopardise federal funding for the project.
Swapping seats for a shared understanding
Bicycle Network is working with Rail Projects Victoria to build awareness around where bike riders should position themselves around trucks.
Coalition promises Life. Be in it 2.0
The Victorian Coalition have promised to reboot 'Life. Be in it' Norm if they win the November state election as a way to promote active lifestyles for families.
St Kilda Road bike lanes a reality under Labor
Protected bike lanes down the centre of St Kilda Road will become a reality if the Labor Party wins the election in November.
Changing lanes on Princes Bridge
Security upgrades to the Princes Bridge at the beginning of St Kilda Road will see the southbound bike lane relocated to the road.