Tell us what you think of the City’s Shared Path markings
The City of Sydney is currently trialling a scheme of surface markings for its shared paths at Redfern St, Redfern. (A "Shared Path" - a path that is designated for use by both pedestrians AND cyclists, as distinct from a footpath, on which cyclists (above the age of 12 years) are not permitted to ride.) It's known that the Roads & Traffic Authority (RTA) is keeping an eye on the trial with a view to potentially rolling out any successful components to the wider Sydney area. BIKESydney thinks its important that we get the marking scheme right. BIKESydney will be making a submission ...
Bikes to get the kids around and groceries home
A new bike library in Newtown, the first of its kind in Australia, will loan Cargo bikes and bike trailers for transporting bulky items or beloved children. "We are offering an affordable, convenient, healthy and environmentally friendly alternative to running errands in cars. This unique library will encourage more people to use bikes to get around their local area," said Lord Mayor Clover Moore MP at the launch. The Watershed Bike Library builds on the growing popularity of commuter and recreational bike riding in inner Sydney. Sam Iskander, Mayor of Marrickville said: "This is an innovative concept that encourages the local community to ...
NSW Staysafe Inquiry Submissions now public
The Staysafe Committee has now made public the submissions to their Inquiry into Vulnerable Road Users. Thank you to: - everyone who took time to do the BIKESydney safety survey - those of you who gave us feedback about the survey design - those of you who attended the BrainsTrust session and told us your stories - our BrainsTrust speakers - Bob Moore for his photos which are throughout the submission - Jason D for allowing us to use his gorgeous image on the front cover, and - Ian Faulks for reviewing our submission A great big vote of thanks to the BIKESydney folk who put the survey together, ...
Deceitful campaign against cycleways exposed
Businesses along Bourke Road, Alexandria have been misused in a deceitful campaign to attack the City of Sydney cycleway program. CEO of the City of Sydney, Monica Barone, said a legal letter from Mahoney Dominic lawyers to the City of Sydney had falsely claimed 102 companies and businesses were joined in a class action against the Council's cycleway. "The alarm bells began ringing when the lawyer's letter arrived with a list of the companies supposedly against the cycleways. "I was surprised to see the names of companies the City had worked closely with and who had long been supportive of cycleways and cycling. "There ...
Free goodness for bike riders
BIKESydney will be back at the Sydney Sustainable Markets in Darlinghurst this Saturday, Aug 28 with free a goody bag for everyone who rides - thank you City of Sydney. Drop by and have a yarn. Check out the cool cargo bikes on display. Get the low down on riding in Sydney. Pick up information on how to shop by bike, instructions for making a bike bucket (an inexpensive but effective way of carrying gear on your bike), maps to show you the best way to get around town on two wheels and free reflective tape to make your bike and bags shine. Keep ...
Tell us what you think of the City’s Shared Path markings
The City of Sydney is currently trialling a scheme of surface markings for its shared paths at Redfern St, Redfern. (A “Shared Path” – a path that is designated for use by both pedestrians AND cyclists, as distinct from a footpath, on which cyclists (above the age of 12 years) are not permitted to ride.) It’s known that the Roads & Traffic Authority (RTA) is keeping... [Read more]
Bikes to get the kids around and groceries home
A new bike library in Newtown, the first of its kind in Australia, will loan Cargo bikes and bike trailers for transporting bulky items or beloved children. “We are offering an affordable, convenient, healthy and environmentally friendly alternative to running errands in cars. This unique library will encourage more people to use bikes to get around their local area,” said Lord Mayor... [Read more]
NSW Staysafe Inquiry Submissions now public
The Staysafe Committee has now made public the submissions to their Inquiry into Vulnerable Road Users. Thank you to: - everyone who took time to do the BIKESydney safety survey - those of you who gave us feedback about the survey design - those of you who attended the BrainsTrust session and told us your stories - our BrainsTrust speakers - Bob Moore for his photos which are throughout the submission -... [Read more]
Deceitful campaign against cycleways exposed
Businesses along Bourke Road, Alexandria have been misused in a deceitful campaign to attack the City of Sydney cycleway program. CEO of the City of Sydney, Monica Barone, said a legal letter from Mahoney Dominic lawyers to the City of Sydney had falsely claimed 102 companies and businesses were joined in a class action against the Council’s cycleway. “The alarm bells began ringing when... [Read more]
Free goodness for bike riders
BIKESydney will be back at the Sydney Sustainable Markets in Darlinghurst this Saturday, Aug 28 with free a goody bag for everyone who rides – thank you City of Sydney. Drop by and have a yarn. Check out the cool cargo bikes on display. Get the low down on riding in Sydney. Pick up information on how to shop by bike, instructions for making a bike bucket (an inexpensive but effective way... [Read more]
