NSW
Great Things Planned for NSW’s First Share Scooter Trial
Lake Macquarie, NSW Lake Macquarie has become the first council area in NSW to welcome shared e-scooters, with a 12-month trial along selected routes launched last Monday. The trial will take a very cautious approach initially, with the scooters’ use limited to five ‘quarantined’ areas, but with a view to steady expansion in vehicle numbers…
Minister Awarded for Advances in Micromobility
Sydney, NSW NSW’s first Minister for Active Transport and the linchpin behind the soon-to-be-launched Northern Rivers Rail Trails have shared the Leadership prize at this year’s We Ride Australia Cycling Luminaries Awards. In a first for the annual awards, the quality of nominees prompted the judges and organisers to split the prize into separate categories…
EOI Extension for Sydney End-Of-Trip Facilities
Sydney, NSW Expressions of interest for operators of two end-of-trip facilities for bike riders in central Sydney have been extended to 16th January. City of Sydney issued a call for operators to manage end-of-trip facilities in George Street and Barangaroo, with the deadline for EOIs originally set for last Monday. A new underground cycling facility…
Lower Speed Advocates Slam Liverpool Trial Axing
Sydney, NSW The termination of a 30kmh speed trial in Greater Western Sydney, reverting a Liverpool thoroughfare back to 40kmh, has been condemned by road safety advocates for lower speed limits. The founder of advocacy group 30please.org, Lena Huda, said she was saddened to hear the State Government was ending the 30kmh trial in the…
Merida and Orbea Confirmed for Micromobility Expo
Sydney, NSW Exhibitor confirmations for the 2022 Micromobility Conference & Expo have reached a crescendo, with Australia’s largest bicycle company, Advance Traders Australia, Melbourne distributor BikeBox and surf and lifestyle brand Ben Buckler Boards signing up to be part of the expo. Brisbane-based wholesaler Advance Traders Australia will have a selection of its e-bike brands…
Aboriginal Cycling Hero to Headline Luminaries Awards Dinner
Mimili, SA Indigenous health care worker, marathon runner and cycling role model, Zibeon Fielding – the 2020 SA Young Australian of the Year – will be a keynote speaker at this year’s Cycling Luminaries Awards, being held in conjunction with the 2022 Micromobility Conference & Expo. As a health professional in his community at Mimili,…
Operators Sought for New Sydney End-of-Trip Facilities
Sydney, NSW The City of Sydney is calling for operators to manage two end-of-trip facilities for bike riders in the city centre. A new underground cycling facility has been created within Lendlease’s 53-storey tower development near Circular Quay. The Salesforce Tower development at 180 George Street also includes new community infrastructure, a business innovation space,…
Electric Riders Ready to Spark United Front for Small Devices
Sydney, NSW A fledging lobby group focused on the legalisation and promotion of electric skateboards and other small e-mobility devices is calling for a united front by industry to help take control of public dialogue and future policy about the sector. Electric Riders Australia, formed early last year, is participating in next week’s Micromobility Conference…
NSW Rail Trails on Track Following Legislation Change
Sydney, NSW NSW is poised to gain a rapid succession of new rail trails over the next few years, in the wake of recent legislative changes to remove a major obstacle to converting disused rail corridors into cycling and walking trails, according to Australia’s peak rail trails advocacy group. “Hopefully within five years we could…
Join Us For Social Drinks
Sydney, NSW If you’re based in Sydney or arriving the day before the Micromobility Conference & Expo, you’re welcome to join us for informal drinks and chat on Thursday evening 24th November. The Regent Redfern, close to Redfern Railway Station, will host the social drinks from 5.30pm. This is a completely informal, non-sponsored, social event.…