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 –…
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.…
Following recent events in the Sutherland Shire, Bicycle NSW is issuing a ‘heads up’ warning to riders. A spate of crashes where riders sustained serious injuries in Sutherland concerned us. We wanted to learn more, and see if there was anything that we could advise or do to help improve rider safety. Observation proved a…
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…
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…
With exponential growth in the community planned over the coming decade, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is planning for its future. The 54km of road connecting Port Macquarie to neighbouring towns along the coast, and then further inland to Kew and Kendall, is undergoing review. This road is also an alternative to the Pacific Highway and provides…
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment have released the successful applicants of the Streets as Shared Spaces Grant Program, including some extra money for bikes across NSW. Overall more than $3 million will be divided between NSW Councils enabling them to create a better environment for bike riders within their area. There were 2…
Our latest road safety campaign launched recently and the waste disposal trucks are now active. Have you seen them in your area yet? Working with SUEZ and NSW Police, Bicycle NSW launched this campaign to help create more awareness for bike rider safety. There are 2 SUEZ trucks wrapped with 4 different images. Each image…
After reaching out to SUEZ over a year ago, Bicycle NSW was blown away by their level of commitment to safety. SUEZ trucks such as these are fitted with reverse sensors, forward and rear facing camera systems, smart brake technology, drive cam, dead man operator controls, 175 engine hour services as per SUEZ standard operating…