With thousands of places to ride across NSW how do you find the right route for you? As the peak body for bike riders in NSW, we wanted to make the discovery of new rides easier. We have collated ride routes into a statewide map, that we hope will inspire more riding for all ages and…
The COVID-19 vaccine roll out has begun across NSW, however it’s still too soon to ease basic safety measures. Current Health Restrictions Since the COVID-19 outbreak over the Christmas period, the NSW Government has slowly started to roll back restrictions. Currently, all community sporting activities are allowed. A COVID-19 Safety Plan is needed for any…
International Day of Happiness is coming up on March 20 and this year we’re celebrating for all of March! We love bike riding for so many reasons and we’d love to hear why you love riding too! Whether it’s the enjoyment of being out in the fresh air, the thrill on going downhill, spending time…
Cycling in the Glenbrook Tunnel might be one step closer after the NSW Government and local council announced funding last week. About the Glenbrook Tunnel The 660 metre tunnel was constructed in 1891 to bypass the Lapstone Zig Zag and make it easier for trains to reach the Blue Mountains. It was closed in 1913,…
Bicycle NSW wishes to convey its condolences to the family and friends of a male rider who died following a crash yesterday on the Pacific Highway at Cheero Point on the NSW Central Coast. Around 9:50am yesterday (Sunday 21 February 2021) the 59 year old man was riding with a group of cyclists along the…
Bicycle NSW makes submissions on transport projects, laws, regulations and plans as part of advocating for what would make NSW better for bike riders and the community. Not Just Making Things Safer For Bike Riders We don’t just make demands on behalf of bike riders, because this hasn’t worked previously to achieve change. In preparing…
It’s been a little over 8 months since the Central West Cycling Trail (CWCT) has opened, and it’s thriving! Every week, bike riders from all over NSW venture out to the Central West to soak up the country air and experience the spectacular views. We’ve got some tips below to make sure your trip goes…
Many businesses were required by law under the COVID-19 public health measures to close their end of trip facilities across NSW, especially in multi-story buildings. This has left many people who commute by active transport, stranded. End of Trip Facilities Closed Building and strata managers were required to close their end of trip facilities. This…
This weekend the Joint Agency Taskforce – Food Delivery Rider Safety and SafeWork NSW are commencing compliance activity. A crucial part of making workplaces safer is evaluating whether real world practices conform with law and regulation. In cases where they do not, investigators need to learn what has caused the problem, and require that it…
Bicycle NSW has been looking forward to Wagga Wagga completing its network of bike infrastructure, so we were glad when Phil reached out with a local perspective. Never Owed A Car A lifetime bike rider who has never owned a car, Phil understood the implications of Wagga Wagga Council announcing they would be building a…
Bicycle NSW has advocated openly, and behind the scenes, for safety improvements for food delivery riders. Their issues reflect our Members every day concerns. Unsafe Conditions All bike riders need safer infrastructure that reduces contact with motor vehicles and the risk of injuries. But these workers are more likely to be riding at night, in…