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Bicycle NSW Bike Planner Sarah Bickford with Carolyn New and David Thomson of Bike North on the upgraded active transport link adjacent to the Warringah Freeway

Our influence and impact

Since Bicycle NSW was founded in 1976, we have been dedicated to our mission of “Creating a better environment for all bicycle riders” Bicycle NSW influences critical policy changes, infrastructure improvements and community engagement initiatives that benefit cyclists all across this beautiful state. The advocacy team has never numbered more than two or three people.

Sarah Bickford and Peter McLean from Bicycle NSW with an e-bike at Central Station

E-bikes are still on track in NSW!

However, e-bike conversion kits have been derailed Following its proposal for a blanket ban in July, the NSW Government has announced that most e-bikes are still welcome on trains. Only DIY kits that convert regular bikes to e-bikes will be banned from Sydney Trains, NSW Trainlink and Metro services, starting from 1st November 2025. A very positive

Another rider receives a warning for riding without a helmet during the Manly Beach operation in 2023

Calling time on disproportionate penalties for bike riders

No helmet, that’ll be $410. But the biggest killer on our roads gets just $149  NSW has the highest fines in the world for not wearing a bicycle helmet. Of course, Bicycle NSW understands that head trauma from a bicycle crash can be significant and wearing a helmet reduces the risk of life-changing injuries.  It is important

Bicycle NSW CEO Peter McLean at Museum station in Sydney’s CBD

Keeping e-bikes on track

Recommendations and next steps As reported in the recent article Pushing back: E-bike ban on NSW trains, Bicycle NSW was alerted to a quiet proposal to implement a blanket ban e-bikes and other electric mobility devices from public transport a few weeks ago. CEO Peter McLean swiftly relayed our Members’ concerns to the Transport Minister,

Bicycle NSW CEO Peter McLean with an e-bike and a NSW train

Pushing back: E-bike ban on NSW trains

On 22nd July, with no warning or consultation, Bicycle NSW learned that the NSW Government was proposing to ban all e-bikes on NSW trains and Sydney Metro from 1st September. An update from Bicycle NSW CEO Peter McLean “Bicycle NSW quickly swung into action with strong advocacy against a blanket ban,” said Peter. “We strongly

Bicycle NSW team members on Castlereagh Street

Donate to Bicycle NSW

Bicycle NSW is the leading voice for bicycle riders in NSW. Our small but highly effective team is dedicated to making our state safer, more accessible, and more bike-friendly – for everyone. Bicycle NSW’s advocacy influences critical policy changes, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement initiatives that benefit cyclists all across this beautiful state. We are

Bicycle NSW team members on Castlereagh Street

Donate to Bicycle NSW

Bicycle NSW is the leading voice for bicycle riders in NSW. Our small but highly effective team is dedicated to making our state safer, more accessible, and more bike-friendly – for everyone. Bicycle NSW’s advocacy influences critical policy changes, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement initiatives that benefit cyclists all across this beautiful state. We are

Dear federal candidate….

Bicycle NSW’s election campaign focuses on 5 things the Australian Government can do to support a just transition to sustainable transport. A significant chunk of funding for transport and roads is allocated to the states by the Australian Government. Vehicle and fuel taxes and rebates are managed centrally, and imports are controlled at a national level.

Polygon Siskiu T6E E-Mountain Bike

Win the ride of a lifetime with Bicycle NSW!

Thanks to BikesOnline NSW bike riders, this is your moment! Bicycle NSW, in partnership with BikesOnline, is giving you the chance to win the incredible Polygon Siskiu T6E E-Mountain Bike, valued at $4,299.99. This high-performance machine is built to tackle any terrain with precision, power, and cutting-edge technology. But this is more than just a

Our recent volunteer, Ananya’s first week at Bicycle NSW included a lunchtime event at NSW Parliament House

Kicking off the federal election campaign

With the help of our election campaign volunteer! Ananya Sharma is a Master of Public Policy student from Madhya Pradesh in India. As part of her University of Sydney degree, Ananya has signed up for an industry placement to gain experience of a real project that impacts policy. Ananya is passionate about sustainable transport, decarbonisation,