…. it is not big enough to make an active difference Governments around the world spend a lot of money addressing the needs of their citizens for healthcare, shelter, transport and education while trying to protect the environment. But how many of these investments can simultaneously achieve significant health and wellbeing outcomes, step towards net…
Join us at the Spring Cycle on Sunday 12th October The excitement is palpable! Join thousands of riders for a celebration of cycling that starts in North Sydney and continues across the Sydney Harbour Bridge main deck and on to the festival-style atmosphere at the finish-line. The Spring Cycle provides a unique opportunity to travel…
The Sydney Metro City and Southwest is a fantastic addition to Sydney’s transport network This incredibly popular project has unlocked some excellent multi-modal options that allow bike riders to make quick and efficient trips across a huge swathe of Sydney by combining cycling with the amazingly fast Metro. The Metro is perfect for ride-on, ride-off…
Planting the seeds to transform a suburb Bicycle NSW Member Rebecca Fernandez O’Shea moved back to Australia last spring after almost 10 years in Amsterdam. Whilst happy to be home, she is mourning the people-friendly transport approach of the Netherlands. In this great article, Rebecca explains how joining a new ‘bike bus’ has fired up her…
Nestled in the heart of rural NSW, just north of Canberra, Murrumbateman is a hidden gem waiting to be uncovered by cyclists. Located 3 hours from Sydney, this charming town has it all – outdoor adventure, picturesque landscapes, culinary delights and a warm community eager to welcome visitors. Fifteen members of the Bike Leichhardt Touring…
Celebrate Mother’s Day by exploring how bicycles have empowered women throughout history The bicycle has long been more than just a mode of transportation – it has been a symbol of freedom, empowerment, and social change for women across the world. From the late 19th century to today, bicycles have played a crucial role in…
Membership is the top priority for Bicycle NSW – our Members are the reason we exist We are pleased to announce that Yvonne Poon has been appointed as the new Membership Coordinator for Bicycle NSW. Yvonne started in the role on 17 March and has been busy getting across emails, phone calls, and all things…
Willoughby City Council sits in the heart of Sydney’s Lower North Shore It takes in the dense, high rise and very well-connected hubs of Chatswood and St Leonards, as well as beautiful pockets of bushland, deep creek corridors and hundreds of much-loved, picture-perfect, tree-lined suburban streets. Getting around Willoughby is not always easy. Divided by…
Bicycle NSW recently partnered with Better Streets to host the talented and passionate Roxanne De Beaux, CEO of Camcycle, for an open public event in Sydney. What is Camcycle? Camcycle, the Cambridge Cycling Campaign, is a local charity which has been working for more, better and safer cycling in the Cambridge, UK, area since 1995.…
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.…