COAG reaffirms commitment to national transport reform

admin — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:32:18 +1100

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has welcomed the commitment of the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) to national transport reform including progress on national regulators, long-term planning for capital cities and a strengthened capacity for the NTC to focus on regulatory reform.

"COAG's decision is an important next step towards a sustainable national transport system with less red tape, higher productivity and better safety outcomes," said Nick Dimopoulos, Chief Executive, NTC.

Mr Dimopoulos said NTC is pleased with the findings of the NTC Review.

RTA plan for Victoria Rd bike route released for comment

admin — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:56:20 +1100

The RTA has released its final plan (REF) for the cycleway upgrade along Victoria Road. There appears to have been no changes to their position since about June/July when we last had a meeting with BTBA and a walk-through of the Rozelle side). The REF does not have a lot of detail in terms of designs or drawings but I assume they are mostly as we have gleaned in the last year or more.

Sydney Transport Blueprint

admin — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:53:53 +1000

BicycleNSW consultation for a Sydney Transport Blueprint

Invitation to Bicycle NSW Members and Affiliated Bicycle User Groups click here to read more

Local road budget to include Warringah’s cyclists

admin — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:21:21 +1000

A fresh, green wind is blowing through Warringah Council, which recently voted to adopt a ‘sustainable transport strategy’. Part of this strategy involves allocating 10 per cent of the council’s road budget to the construction or upgrading of bike paths.

The NSW Government is reviewing the State Plan

admin — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 13:38:47 +1000

Join in and give them your ideas and views on what the State Plan should be focusing on, such as encouraging sustainable active transport through provision for bikes. http://www.nswstateplan.net.au/

Canal Reserve Action Group

admin — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 17:58:41 +1000

Ms Lee Rhiannon, MLC joined members of CRAG (Canal Reserve Action Group) on Wednesday 22nd July,2009 to discuss the problems associated with the Lower Prospect Canal Reserve cycleway cross the new Reconciliation Drive A set of traffic lights is planned instead of the original plan for a bridge.

Ms Rhiannon rode with the members for about an hour along the cycleway. She will take our concerns about the dangers of at level crossing back to the relevant government agencies as we all work to have a bridge constructed.

NSW Bike Week

admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:01:57 +1000

NSW Bike Week

NSW Bike Week is a state-wide NSW Government initiative that raises the profile of cycling as a healthy, easy, low cost and environmentally friendly alternative to driving for short trips in your local community. NSW Bike Week provides an opportunity for the local community to participate in organised bicycle events in a safe and supported environment. Participation is aimed at all members of the community, with a particular emphasis on encouraging new cyclists.

Subregional Bike Planning Studies - Bondi Junction

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:39:38 +1000

Subregional Bike Planning Studies - Bondi Junction
A number of such studies are being undertaken in the development of the new NSW Bicycle Plan, currently also being prepared. GTA Consultants, are undertaking this work for the RTA.
At the BIKEast's meeting, held 7 April, the 10 March draft submission (sent to GTA as a draft) was endorsed and subsequently issued

Click here to read more

NSBG supporters

admin — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:43:29 +1000

Hi NSBG supporters,

The 7.5km long shared user path (SUP) linking North Ryde - Lane Cove - Naremburn gets cyclists to within 3km of the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway. As you know we've been actively seeking funding for HarbourLink, the 1.6km long mostly elevated structure from the SHB to the top of the Warringah Freeway at St Leonards Park/Falcon St. We've just been informed that it is not a matter of whether HarbourLink will be funded but when.

Ride Leader Training

admin — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:16:52 +1000

Ride Leader Training, Saturday 8th August for Bicycle NSW Members only

We at Bicycle NSW greatly value our Ride Leaders. By completing the Ride Leader Training course, you are taking the time to increase your level of k