Canberra
Leading Pedal Power Down the Path for More Visible Advocacy
Canberra, ACT Strong demonstrations of support for government commitments to active transport infrastructure, and the politicians who commit those funds, will be a high priority for the new head of the ACT’s peak cycling advocacy group. “We have to make government see that announcements on active transport infrastructure are just as popular as road projects.”…
We Ride Urges Strong Bike Presence in National EV Policy
Canberra, ACT Any government incentives to promote electric transportation in Australia needs to include e-bikes, according to a submission being prepared by bicycle advocacy organisations for the Federal Government’s consultation for a National Electric Vehicle Strategy. We Ride Australia is coordinating a joint submission to the strategy from State and national bicycle advocacy groups, who…
New ACT Light Rail Brings Boost for Active Transport
Canberra, ACT Cycling, walking and public transport in the ACT will get a shot in the arm from a light rail project begins in earnest this week. The London Circuit project would create better links for cyclists and pedestrians to move through the southern part of Canberra, the ACT Government announced. Major works on the…
Ian Ross Resigns as ACT Pedal Power CEO
Canberra, ACT The ACT’s peak cycling advocacy organisation is looking for a new chief officer, after its current CEO, Ian Ross, announced his departure this month. After nearly five years at the helm of ACT Pedal Power, Ian is leaving in October to pursue a challenging new role with Hartley Lifecare, a Canberra-based not-for-profit organisation…
EV Summit Strengthens E-Bike Role in Transport Solutions
Canberra, ACT Micromobility is set to become a more central player in national solutions to Australia’s transport emissions and other transport problems, after cycling advocates were part of last month’s inaugural National Electric Vehicles (EV) Summit, according to We Ride Australia’s director – national relationships, Stephen Hodge. “We fully expect active travel and micromobility to…
Transport Strategies for ACT and Gold Coast
Canberra, ACT Transport strategies with an emphasis on micromobility are being developed by the ACT Government and Gold Coast City Council, with both going to their communities to gain public input to the final plans. The ACT’s proposed Active Travel Plan is a “huge leap in the right direction for Canberra”, according to the Territory’s…
Belconnen Bikeway Extension is Underway
Canberra, ACT Stage 2 construction of a Belconnen bikeway in the ACT suburb of Bruce began last month, connecting the Belconnen town centre with two tertiary education institutions. The second stage of works features two new off-road cycle paths: along the eastern side of Haydon Drive from College Street towards Purdie Street, and on the…
Climbing Cost of Living Makes e-Bike Subsidies More Attractive
Canberra, ACT Government incentives to get more people riding e-bikes would return up to $3 for every $1 invested, according to figures released last week by We Ride Australia to coincide with last week’s Active Transport Mobility Summit in Sydney. The figures, based on data released by NSW Treasury and modelled by the independent Institute…
Rider Both Beneficiaries and Targets of New ACT Road Laws
Canberra, ACT New road safety laws in the ACT will provide added protection for cyclists and other micromobility users, but will also subject them to greater regulation. The regulations, announced by the ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel last week, were intended to protect riders and pedestrians, but also to encourage safe riding practices on public…
Deadline Draws Near for New Button Battery Laws
Canberra, ACT A deadline is looming for new safety regulations covering products that use button batteries, with Bicycle Industries Australia (BIA) liaising with affected businesses to help ensure they comply with the mandatory regulations. Compliance with the updated safety standard will be mandatory from 21 June, 18 months after they were announced. Key elements of…