Victoria
Epic Scooter Journey a Life Lesson for Uni
Melbourne, Victoria E-Scooters might be celebrated as a leading player in the micromobility revolution, but a Japanese adventurer is choosing a kick scooter to travel from Melbourne to Cairns. The 23-year-old – who identifies himself only by his first name, Uni – is building a network of fans in regional Australia as he undertakes the…
Bike Industry Launches its Own Battery Fire Risk Investigation
Melbourne, Victoria An Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) investigation into the fire risk of lithium batteries has sparked a deeper review into e-bike batteries by Bicycle Industries Australia. BIA is seeking a deadline extension for its submission on the ACCC’s issues paper on ways to reduce the “significant” fire and safety risks associated with…
National Occupations Review Opens Door for Bike Mechanic Training
Melbourne, Victoria A national classification of occupations and the training they require is finally going to give bicycle mechanics the consideration the vocation deserves, in a full review of the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) being undertaken during 2023-24, says Bicycle Industries Australia general manager Peter Bourke. He said the Level…
New Cycling Strategy for Northern Victorian Region
Kerang, Victoria Walking and cycling infrastructure in north-western Victoria is set to be boosted by a Walking and Cycling Strategy adopted by Gannawarra Shire Council recently. The 21 actions in the strategy include a proposed 22km Kerang to Koondrook Rail Trail, along a former tramways route from Kerang from the Koondrook Wharf. The Victorian government…
Ride Kola Adds Recycled Flavour to Subscription Market
Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne will soon be host to a new recycled e-bike subscription service its founder and long-standing environmental advisor Chris Arnott believes is a world first. Chris has created the Ride Kola subscription service, which will provide analogue bikes sourced from the Netherlands and re-equipped with front-hub motors, batteries, other integrated features and a…
Flock Light Using Rider Motion to Save Lives
Melbourne, Victoria A Melbourne start-up developing a revolutionary new bike taillight will be looking to make valuable industry connections when it participates in the 2022 Micromobility Conference & Expo. Project Flock recently officially launched the world’s first ‘bio-motion’ rear bike light, which directs light onto the rider’s legs to make them easier to see and…
Neuron Study Shows Financial Boost Nears Half a Billion Dollars
Melbourne, Victoria New research from e-scooter operator Neuron Mobility has found its riders injected a total of $448 million into the Australian economy. The study, released last week, revealed each of the company’s rental e-scooters contributed an average of $70,000 to local economies. That amounted to a total of $448 million in the 12 locations…
Lug+Carrie Prepares for US Expansion Following $5 Million Funding Boost
Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne-based e-bike subscription provider Lug+Carrie has secured $5 million in bridge funding, as it prepares for expansion into the US and other new markets. “Lug+Carrie have major plans to expand their business and will be launching in the United States via a soon-to-be-announced joint venture with one of their investment partners.” Lug+Carrie says…
Alchemy Expansion Bringing Golden Age for Bike Recycling
Melbourne, Victoria Second-hand bike sales in Australia will enter a new realm as Melbourne’s Alchemy Cycle Trader prepares to relocate into much larger headquarters. The new 900m2 premises will enable the Knoxfield business to combine high-end second-hand and new bike sales with a greater focus on classic and collector bikes, including a museum to showcase…
New Ramp Removes Barrier for Main Yarra Trail
Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne’s famous Main Yarra Trail will be more accessible and bike-friendly thanks to a new ramp announced by the Victorian Government. Construction will soon begin on the 150-metre-long ramp, replacing steps on the Gipps Street Abbotsford connection to the Main Yarra Trail. The Main Yarra Trail is one of Melbourne’s most iconic trails,…