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Our blog articles cover a range of topics including infrastructure updates, community stories, new policy and research, safety campaigns, ride reports, upcoming events and much more.

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The Mascot Out and Back group ride on Saturday 14th September
Sydney experienced a cold winter and many of Bicycle User Group Bike North’s 500 members put their bikes away for Read more
A concept for a separated cycleway connecting the southern end of the Harbour Bridge cycleway with Kent Street
The northern access ramp for the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway is finally on site! It has taken four decades of Read more
Why ride to work?
(M) Rating: This article contains material for mature audiences! Better to ask, why wouldn’t you? Momentum Magazine ran an article Read more
The Lord Mayor donned a hard hat
The local government election results are coming in thick and fast. And all indicators show strong community support for walking, Read more
Country scenery
Some fabulous new active transport links are ready to explore in Lake Macquarie. These paths augment Lake Macquarie’s extensive network Read more
Lots of gear can be carried on a bike with the right accessories!
Let’s be honest—here in Australia, cars have become more than just a way to get around; they symbolise prestige, wealth, Read more
Volttrader banner image
Bicycle NSW is excited to announce a new partnership with Matthew Gherardi of Volttrader, welcoming him as one of our Read more
An artist’s impression of the new Mitchell Road intersection
Bicycle NSW recently learned that an important cycleway connection, part of the exciting Sydney Park Junction project, has been quietly Read more
Steve and his family
The Bicycle NSW council election campaign has been underway for 2 months. The aim to introduce Bicycle NSW and our Read more
Wagga tops 2024 City Ratings
The 2024 City Ratings have been published for New South Wales. And the results show regional cities leaping ahead of Read more
Our very own #CouncillorForActiveTransport
Not everyone knows this….  But Bicycle NSW CEO Peter McLean is an independent councillor for Camden Council’s Central Ward. It’s Read more
Why are people calling for 30km/h?
In July 2024, the City of Sydney announced that speed limits on all city streets would be reduced to a Read more
Geoff Hudson, a Greens candidate for Albury City Council, was quick to take the Bicycle NSW pledge to be a #CouncillorForActiveTransport.
Stereotypes dictate that only inner-city greenies and middle-aged men in Lycra care about cycling. But the Bicycle NSW council election Read more
A cyclist's guide to recovery Losing your bike to theft can be devastating, but don’t despair—there are steps you can Read more
Congratulations on deciding to get the child in your life riding a bike! Choosing the right bike can be daunting. Read more
Share bike lessons from Taiwan
Bike share schemes have become a key component of transport systems in many cities around the world over the last Read more
Photo of a bicycle with a safety kit
Cycling is an incredible way to stay active, explore your surroundings, and reduce your carbon footprint. However, even the most Read more
Zetland Avenue and Geddes Avenue connect people and places in the new town centre
Zetland Avenue and Geddes Avenue are new tree-lined boulevards in Green Square, the much-praised regeneration area 3km south of Sydney’s city centre. Read more
BOOK YOUR TIDBINBILLA TO PARKES TOUR
Immerse yourself in the landscapes and communities Nothing like the bicycle symbolises freedom and humanity! This amazing two-wheeler means of Read more
Bicycle helmet standards change
And New South Wales has jumped on board! A few months ago, the Assistant Treasurer accepted the Australian Consumer and Competition Read more
Over eighties participants in the recent over eighties SBUG 80 KM ride.
Bicycle New South Wales Bicycle User Groups, commonly known as BUGs, are community-based collectives of cycling enthusiasts who regularly meet Read more

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