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Smiles and Celebrations as Two Hard-Won Projects Open
Sydney, NSW Two significant protected bike lane projects had their official opening ceremonies just one week apart in Sydney during March 2023. In both cases, it took more than a decade of struggle from cycling advocates to ensure these short but heavily used and strategically placed pieces of infrastructure were built. College Street Cycleway As…
VivaCity’s Advanced AI Putting Traffic Authorities on the Front Foot
~ Sponsored Content ~ “Crikey that was close!” How many times have our adrenaline-charged hearts skipped a beat to similar thoughts as a vehicle nearly squeezes us or a co-rider crashing into the gutter? “This totally changes the way we talk about and manage road safety for cyclists and pedestrians.” Near-misses are not only frightening…
New Technology Shining Greater Light on Close Passing
Adelaide, South Australia A new study using Adelaide-developed technology to provide definitive figures on the issue of motorists passing close to cyclists is preparing to go public with its initial results. Project Velograph, being conducted by the University of Adelaide, is hoping to have a map up and running on its website from next month,…
Councils Teaming Up to Share Micromobility Knowledge
Launceston, Tasmania A new micromobility information sharing network was launched last week for local government officials throughout Australia. The Australian Local Government Micromobility (ALGM) group, hosted on the Microsoft Teams platform, was inspired by the growing number of Australian councils involved in e-scooter and e-bike share services. However, it is likely to become a source…
Another $9.6 Million for WA Bike Infrastructure
Perth, WA Communities in 37 WA local government areas will benefit from $9.6 million in funding announced in the latest round of the State’s Bicycle Network (WABN) Grants Program. The funding round, announced late last month, will assist 47 new projects delivered over the next two years, comprising the equivalent of approximately 38 kilometres of…
Life-Changing Lessons as Chicks Turn 10
Brisbane, Queensland A leading movement to encourage more Australian women to ride bikes will celebrate its 10 anniversary this month. Chicks Who Ride Bikes has attracted 23,000 members since it was established on 15 April 2013, as a way for founder Jordana Blackman to foster her own newfound love of cycling. Recovering from cancer and…
Big Savings on Offer for Early 2023 Micromobility Conference Registrations
Sydney, NSW It’s Australia’s largest meeting of minds on the nation’s smallest vehicles. Registrations are now open for the 2023 Micromobility Conference. The event returns to Sydney’s Royal Randwick Racecourse on Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th October, and Super Early Bird registration rates are available for delegates who sign up before the end of June.…
Call Goes Out for 2023 Micromobility Conference Presenters
Sydney, NSW Do you have an interesting and compelling story to tell about developments in micromobility? Abstracts are now open for the 2023 Micromobility Conference. Click here and scroll down to ‘Micromobility Conference 2023’ to submit an abstract. Details on the submission process are available by clicking on ‘View Detail’. “We have a number of…
New Trail Poised to Pioneer Financial Prosperity for Other Regions
Murwillumbah, NSW A new “jewel” in Australia’s rail trail network will be launched by its community on 25th and 26th March, when two days of celebration are held to officially welcome the first stage of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail (NRRT). The trail from Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek, in the hinterland of the NSW Far…
October Midweek Dates Confirmed for 2023 Micromobility Conference
Sydney, NSW Dates have been confirmed for this year’s Micromobility Conference, with a new delegate-friendly schedule that is midweek and earlier in the calendar. The 2023 event will be held on 24th-25th October and will return to Sydney’s Royal Randwick Racecourse. “It’s an important shift to mid-week dates to be more convenient for business and…