Nothing says an Australian summer like spending a hot day by the waterside. Why not make the NSW South Coast your next destination for a bike riding adventure? The Eurobodalla region is full of places to explore and things to do. There are stunning beaches, rivers and inlets with great places to swim, surf, snorkel,…
What Has Bike Advocacy Done For Us?
Riders in some parts of NSW could be forgiven for tearing their hair out in frustration, but advocacy is working. Bicycle NSW works with individuals, groups and MP’s who share our concerns, and aim for outcomes that enhance the safety and amenity of communities. When working on one project, we also strive to identify changes…
Central West Cycle Trail – it’s highly recommended!
Back in July we announced the launch of the Central West Cycle Trail and since then we’ve only heard positive feedback along with seeing some fantastic photos! The 400km CWCT makes its way through the rolling landscape of woodlands and wheatlands of the Central West of NSW, the land of the indigenous Wiradjuri nation. Cornerstones…
Celebrating World Bicycle Day in style
June 3rd, 2020, was a landmark day for Bicycle NSW members, as they celebrated a significant step forward for cyclists across the state. On this day, Labor and the Greens joined forces, championing initiatives to make New South Wales a safer, more welcoming place for all who choose to ride. This collaborative effort marked a…
A Careful Visitor
Most streets in NSW get at least one heavy vehicle visiting to collect waste and recycling each week. As part of our heavy vehicle campaign, we wanted to understand and explain some of the issues faced by heavy vehicle drivers. To do this we visited the SUEZ team at the Eastern Creek Waste Management Centre…
Bike Rider Hit By Truck in Moore Park
Bicycle NSW wants to convey its well wishes to the rider who was hit this morning in Moore Park. The rider, believed to be in their 30s, was rushed to hospital this morning after being struck by a truck. The collision occurred when the rider was cycling along Anzac Parade around 8am this morning, when…
Help Change the Law
You can help make national heavy vehicle law safer for everyone. Part of our heavy vehicle campaign includes changing the law to help improve road safety. The current Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) is up for review and you can help change it for the better. You have until Friday 31 May, 2019 to provide…
Road Riding
In NSW, when bikes are in a road environment they are considered a vehicle. As such they must follow all road rules like a motor vehicle, this includes coming to a complete stop at a stop sign and not using a mobile phone while riding. Special Rules For Bike Riders Yet there are special rules…
Recent Submissions
Each year, we write over 50 submissions and letters to governments. That is more than the other peak bodies combined! It is a time-consuming process, only made possible by employing a small full-time team, thanks to the support of Bicycle NSW Members. We aim to stay informed about all public consultations taking place, and communicate…
Support for public bike sharing and more cycle paths in Sydney
Bike share landed in Sydney in July last year and can be seen across the CBD and Inner City suburbs. They have sparked much debate on both sides but let hear what the experts are saying. Research conducted by the public health department at The University of Sydney has found high levels of support…