Central NSW is filled with scenic rides and activities galore. We’ve wrapped up some of our favourite routes, plus things to do and see in Cowra, Bathurst and Orange. At Cowra you can relax in the tranquil Japanese Gardens and also explore some of Australia’s history. On the banks on the Macquarie River, Bathurst is…
A recent audit of the City of Sydney has shown the improvement in bike infrastructure over the last year, mostly thanks to the pop-up cycleways. These 6 new pop-ups helped boost CoS score from a 38 to 43 (out of 100) for bikeability. Bicycle Network Analysis The Bicycle Network Analysis (BNA) measures how well bike…
People often ask us questions about how to get more bike infrastructure in their area. Unfortunately, it’s not a straightforward answer. Providing Feedback When Asked One of the most important things you can do is support any plans by the council or government to build infrastructure in your area. They regularly call for community feedback on…
Across NSW the riding environment is evolving, and we’re encouraging all road users to change with it. More People Riding The COVID-19 pandemic rapidly increased the demand for safe places to walk and cycle, and saw more people ride for transport, leisure and exercise. This included families, children and people who haven’t felt safe to…
We hear you. We collected together comments from our member survey and example comments on our advocacy with government include: “Unfortunately, the government is decidedly anti-bike.” “I would like to see greater advocacy for cyclists. Your advocacy always seems very polite and doesn’t seem to be getting traction with government…” “keep up the pressure on…
A key objective of Safety on Spokes was to engage MPs from across NSW, because bike riders in every electorate need to be safe when they ride. Safety On Spokes Launch attendees: Left to Right: Christopher Gulaptis MP • Bernard Carlon, Centre for Road Safety • Jenny Aitchison MP • Jason Antony, Motorcycle Council of…
Lake Macquarie Council has installed technology to count users on the Fernleigh Track. Counter Installed This important tool allows us to show Council and the State Government the value active transport infrastructure delivers for communities. The sensors have been installed at the halfway point at Whitebridge and on the Tramway Track near Glendale TAFE. They’ll…
Operation 44 is underway! Mason is calling on you to lend a hand. Mason was diagnosed with a very rare lung condition called Primary Ciliary Dyskensia (PCD) at the age of 3. Now, aged 5 Mason is planning Operation 44 to help raise funds for PCD Australia. About PCD His Mum, Julie told us that PCD…
Any rider who has ridden on the road knows the danger posed by the opening of a car door. Bike Lanes Bicycle Lanes are dictated by a sign with a bike and LANE underneath. If a road shoulder has a painted bike but no Bike Lane sign then bike riders are not compelled to use…
Design and engineering in the road related environment can make a big difference to bike riders. Comparing guidelines, policies and law A significant part of our work involves reviewing plans for bike paths and roads. To do this, Bicycle NSW compares what is proposed with the applicable guidelines, policies and laws. We know how challenging…