Over 10km of pop-up bike lanes have been delivered around Sydney’s CBD in a partnership between Transport for NSW and the City of Sydney. Sydney’s Pop-Up Cycleways A key public health measure, COVID-19 pop-up cycleways are designed to make it easier and safer to ride. Transport for NSW has been implementing changes across the State’s…
Bicycle NSW is excited to announce we’re launching our Safety on Spokes campaign next week. 2 Months of Safety On Spokes This campaign will run over a 2 months covering a range of bike related safety topics from safe passing to the door zone to breaking down the current NSW bike laws. Week 1 –…
Bicycle NSW was pleased to learn that Victorians can anticipate an investment in safer bike riding. Cycling Improvements Minister for Roads and Road Safety the Hon Ben Carroll MP announced a $13 million dollar investment in 100 kilometres of pop-up bike lanes and improved cycling routes. These are to help with COVID-safe travel, similar to…
We highlighted the broken connectivity of the Parramatta Light Rail cycling plan with flying bikes to make a point, but we didn’t stop there. Bicycle NSW is committed to safer light rail design and construction in Parramatta, than we saw in Newcastle or with the Sydney Light Rail. We asked the local member, the Hon.…
NSW is one step closer to having a new rail trail. Last week, the essential legislation to allow it passed in the NSW Lower House. Since its closure in 2004, there has been community support for turning the 130km of disused rail corridor between Murwillumbah and Casino into a cycling and walking trail. After many…
Some Councillors and council staff support the implementation of pop-up cycleways to help residents, but their efforts are being blocked. Across NSW elected Councillors and council staff reach out to Bicycle NSW for support, as they try to improve their local area for bike riders. We develop resources, review plans, attend audits and do whatever…
Bicycle NSW is aware of the safety issues surrounding food delivery by bicycle, and we were pleased to see efforts made to improve them. Challenges Around Food Delivery Riders Bicycle NSW has written articles previously about the challenges presented to and by food delivery riders. Pay rates far below award, no sick leave or WorkCover…
Transport for NSW is in the process of updating their Trip Planner for bike riders. With 3 different trip options available for every bike route, they’re hoping to receive feedback from you, our reliable bike riders, to make the mapping better for everyone. The three sections include: Easier: Choose this option if you are new…
Riders in some parts of NSW could be forgiven for tearing their hair out in frustration, but advocacy is working. Bicycle NSW works with individuals, groups and MP’s who share our concerns, and aim for outcomes that enhance the safety and amenity of communities. When working on one project, we also strive to identify changes…
Sydney will soon see another 20km of pop-up cycleway to encourage people to ride instead of catching public transport or driving amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Stage 1 developed 6 pop-up cycleways in the City of Sydney totalling over 10km. Stage 2 will see over 20km through 8 council areas: Bayside, City of Sydney, Inner West,…