The City of Melbourne has signalled a frenzy of bike infrastructure construction in response to the ongoing climate crisis.
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New hope for rail trails in regional NSW
Bush fire affected communities in regional NSW could receive a tourism boost if rail trail projects are included as part of the recovery efforts.
NYC public art makes cycling safer
New York City's "Barrier Beautification Program" is commissioning artwork along bike infrastructure to improve the experience and safety of riding bikes.
Will our Super Tuesday numbers trump 2019?
Bicycle Network's annual Super Tuesday commuter bike count returns next week on Tuesday 3 March to measure the nation’s growth in bike riding.
Super-sized SUVs are eyeing our streets
Car companies who produce super-sized SUVs and utes to the US are eyeing Australia as a potential market, despite their growing risk to vulnerable road users.
Biking and hiking trails deliver massive benefits
Following the big burn across the nation, further evidence has emerged to support the case for a strong investment pipeline for new trails across Australia.
Bikes scoot way ahead in benefits race
Electric scooters are a failure when it comes to providing health benefits to individuals and environmental benefits to the community, a new study finds.
Recall: major back-pedal on kids bikes
A large range of childrens’ bikes have been recalled because they lack a rear back-pedal brake. See a list of recalled models.
Infrastructure Australia backs plan for Melbourne cycling superhighways
A separated network of cycling superhighways in Melbourne should be built within five years according to Infrastructure Australia, the nation’s peak infrastructure body.
Ride2School Day rolls around on Freaky Friday
Ride2School Day is coming up on Friday 13 March and we're asking Tassie schools to register and fundraise for World Bicycle Relief.
Minor Upfield path closure
The Upfield Path will be closed temporarily between West and Duckett Street near Anstey station while building demolition takes place next week.
A quick guide for new pro cycling fans in 2020
While the professional bike racing season in Australia has come and gone, the excitement is just getting started across the pond in Europe. In Australia it can be quite hard to follow the professional road racing calendar, due to time zones and varying media coverage. However, cycling is a beautiful sport, with riders twisting through [...]
Help with the new Boroondara bike strategy
The City of Boroondara is embarking on a bike strategy update and it wants bike riders to help. Feedback is open until Sunday 1 March 2020.
Riding Peaks Challenge for Kath
Peaks Challenge is one of the toughest rides you can do, but for Chris O'Connor, riding uphill it's nothing compared to what his sister Kath had to fight.
Rolling into Orange to meet with locals
Bicycle Network is hosting a community meeting at Hotel Canobolas to talk about how locals can get involved in next month’s Newcrest Orange Challenge.
Four month closure for Afton Street Bridge
The Afton Street Bridge, a popular Maribyrnong River crossing in Aberfeldie, will be closed for more than four months due to upgrades.
Moreland Council plan for more bike hoops at schools
Following Moreland Council's Integrated Transport Strategy, there are new plans to install 100 bike hoops at schools in the area.
Happy Velo-tine’s Day
For those who haven’t made plans yet for this weekend, we’ve listed some of Melbourne’s top romantic bike rides (romance is of course optional). You can thank us later.
Ride to school and help send bikes to developing countries
Australia’s biggest bike party is aiming to do the gift giving this year, with National Ride2School Day working to help send bikes to developing countries.
New bike lane design guide released by City of Melbourne
Councils around Australia should benefit from new bike lane design guidelines released recently by the City of Melbourne.