HarbourLink: Sydney Harbour Bridge Active Transport Corridor Study. Latest...

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:53:45 +1100

Many will know of last October's announcement of a $168,037 scoping study regarding the 3km long "missing link" between the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Naremburn, this to connect with the 7.5 km long SUP (shared user path) through Lane Cove to North Ryde.

The study is being funded by the RTA ($93,037), the NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change ($50,000)

GreenWay Masterplan

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:51:38 +1100

You should be aware of the State Government's announcement of the Metropolitan Transport Plan two weeks ago that includes starting work immediately on the light rail extension to Dulwich Hill. In all the haste to announce the light rail extension the GreenWay Masterplan seems to have been overlooked. It is true that The Mayor Of Marrickville has kept it on the agenda but if you live in the Marrickville electorate you might have received Carmel Tebbutt's letter that endorses Light Rail but fails to mention its connection with the GreenWay.

An Invitation to take part in a Coastal Pathway Inspection

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:49:53 +1100

Dear cyclists and Active Transport Taskforce members

The Illawarra Active Transport Taskforce is planning an inspection of the Coastal Pathway from Thirroul in the north to Kiama Heights in the south to identify opportunities that will make the path more user friendly and attract more people to the path for recreation and commuting use.

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

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.

I also spoke to Verity Firth and she says she will make representations to the Ministers on our behalf for some more funding or some more attention to the things the RTA has left out or only half heartedly addressed.

Sydney Transport Blueprint

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.