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Police tape across NSW road

NSW Road Safety Forum Misses Vital Ingredient

Road trauma statistics have trended in the wrong direction over the last few years. 370 lives were lost in the last year in NSW, 100 more than in the previous 12 months.  This is a 37% increase. 62 people died in crashes in January and February 2024, up 29% on the 3-year average for the

An artist’s impression of the restored bridge.

Two Decades of Pippita Advocacy

The Pippita Rail Trail will transform a forgotten rail corridor into a leafy pathway linking Lidcombe town centre with the Sydney Olympic Park.  It is an exciting active transport project for Western Sydney. It uses the abandoned Abattoir Branch rail line. For decades this railway transported livestock and workers to the abattoir works and brickworks

Bicycle NSW CEO Peter McLean (5th from the right), caught up with the Illawarra Ramblers

Highlights from the 2023 Members’ Survey

750 Members took part in the Bicycle NSW Members’ survey late last year.  Thank you. Your feedback is critical in assisting Bicycle NSW to focus on the services that matter most and the activities that Members really value.  Are you one of the 96% of members telling your friends about Bicycle NSW? “We are very

Give me room! A close pass is intimidating and very dangerous.

New Push for Minimum Passing Distance Compliance

The NSW Police agree that Minimum Passing Distance legislation must be enforced – but we need your help! Bicycle NSW was very proud to play a key role in the establishment of Minimum Passing Distance (MPD) legislation when it was introduced in NSW in 2018.  Minimum passing distance laws had been a long-term goal for Australia’s bike riding community.

Bike Leichhardt touring members dressed for the occasion.

ABBA-inspired Tour Through Lachlan Valley

Late last year,  captivating scenery and a quest for adventure lured Bicycle NSW BUG (Bicycle User Group), Bike Leichhardt on an 8-day cycling tour through the Lachlan Valley region. Abundant in culture, hidden gems and heritage, the area offered the group varied trail options and an unforgettable ‘ABBA’ experience. Sunday 8 Oct – Sydney to

The Tern GSD slots into the shower cubicle

Why is there an e-bike in my shower?

The current news reports about battery fires in apartment blocks has got many people wondering. Why so many people are storing e-bikes inside their apartments?  Monique Ewen has some insights!  Monique is the Executive Officer of Better Streets and she is passionate about rolling back car-centric planning to create people-friendly streets. She founded the Sydney

Nicolle and her daughter in Amersfoort

Travel to school: a Dutch experience

Nicolle Kuppens is an urban planner who lives on Sydney’s lower north shore and loves riding bikes. Two years ago, Nicolle and her young family moved back to Australia after a decade in the Netherlands. And she is really missing the ease of getting around by bike! When cycling is part of the fabric of

Sydney Spokes: Colourful fun and lots of riding

Sydney Spokes: Colourful Fun on Two Wheels

Sydney will begin celebration of the annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras on the 16th February 2024. The festival has been held every year since 1978 and it is the largest Pride event in Oceania. Its primary focus is on celebrating communities of people that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. The

Bike stop on Summit Walk, Mount Kosciuszko (Photo: Charlie Bellemore)

An E-Bike Tour of the Snowy Mountains

Bicycle NSW Member Charlie Bellemore spent nearly 4 weeks in the saddle in November 2023, exploring a huge swath of southeastern New South Wales.  Charlie’s tale of his marvellous adventure is sure to encourage more bike riders to check out the back roads of the Monaro High Country. Although Charlie cycled over 1000km, his e-bike