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When the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932, cyclists were allowed to ride on the main deck of the Bridge.  As motor vehicle traffic increased, cyclists were relegated to riding on the designated cycleway on the western side of the bridge.  It is a fantastic way to reach the city with beautiful views down the Parramatta River and the best evening sunsets – but only for cyclists who can manoeuvre their bikes up and down the infamous concrete steps at Milsons Point.

Northern access ramp

Following 4 decades of advocacy from Bicycle NSW and countless community members, the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway northern access ramp project is finally on track to fill a critical gap in the cycling network.

North Sydney Council gave Transport for NSW landowner’s consent for the use of Bradfield Park North in March 2023. In June 2023, the Heritage Council of NSW voted to support the plans. The path was then clear for Transport for NSW to make the final determination on the proposal. Work on site began in September 2024.

The days of having to haul your bike up 55 steps from Milsons Point to reach the cycleway on the western side of the bridge should be over by the end of 2025!  And not a moment too soon for those keen to access the city with children, heavy e-bikes or cargo bikes.

Bicycle NSW has attended regular progress meetings with the design team and thanks Transport for NSW for setting up a transparent and collaborative design process. For more information about ASPECT Studio's elegant design and the project updates, visit the official consultation page.

Southern access ramp

The 2020-2024 renovation of the Fort Street Public School was an opportunity to improve the narrow and steep southern access ramp that bike riders have to share with hundreds of school children. Unfortunately, despite NSW Government commitments, a new ramp was not delivered as part of the Schools Infrastructure project.

Bicycle NSW continues to advocate for long-awaited improvements, supporting a community campaign to build a ramp on the south side of the bridge.

Four decades of advocacy

An aerial view of the connection to the existing cycleway.

Final designs for the Harbour Bridge Ramp

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A concept for a separated cycleway connecting the southern end of the Harbour Bridge cycleway with Kent Street

Campaign Ramps Up on the South Side of the Bridge

The northern access ramp for the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway is finally on site! It...
The Lord Mayor donned a hard hat

A clear mandate for active transport

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Northern Access Steps (Image: Wolter Peters)

Ramp to Sidestep 55 Steps is One Step Closer!

Bicycle NSW is extremely pleased that a majority of councillors at North Sydney Council decided...
ASPECT Studio’s award-winning design Sydney Harbour Bridge Ramp

The Ramp Will Be a Game-Changer

But get your submissions in now! The Sydney Harbour Bridge northern access ramp Review of...
Concept Design Sydney Harbour Bridge Cycleway Access Ramp Aerial View

Exciting Progress for the Sydney Harbour Bridge Ramp

The Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway northern access ramp project is on track to fill a...

Sydney Harbour Bridge Cycleway Ramp Update

Last Monday, the NSW government revealed three potential designs for a new bike ramp on...

A tale of two Sydneys

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Southern Cycleway Diversion

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