Better Streets Australia 20/3/26 Better Streets Australia 20/3/26

NSW Safe Speeds bill up for debate

NSW Parliament will debate a bill to introduce 30 km/h speed limits on local streets. Email your MP or attend Parliament to support safer streets.

Better Streets Australia 18/3/26 Better Streets Australia 18/3/26

How Local Voices Have Opened the Door to National Funding

A Local Council motion (Waverley NSW) backed by residents is now heading to the national stage, pushing for real federal funding for active transport.

Better Streets Australia 18/3/26 Better Streets Australia 18/3/26

Sydney's First GreenWay – an Ongoing Vision panel discussion event

The Sydney GreenWay did not happen overnight. It required sustained advocacy, cross-boundary coordination, funding innovation and long-term commitment. This conversation will unpack what it really takes to deliver city-shaping infrastructure, and what Australian cities can learn from the journey.

Join our panellists Bruce Ashley (GreenWay visionary and advocate), Nick Chapman (former GreenWay Place Manager at Inner West Council), Kobi Shetty MP for Balmain (former Inner West Councillor), and Cr Kerrie Fergusson (current Inner West Councillor), as they join moderator Matt Faber for an engaging discussion exploring:

Better Streets Australia 8/3/26 Better Streets Australia 8/3/26

CrashDash 30km/h Analysis

New Victorian crash data shows serious injuries fell 62% in Fitzroy & Collingwood after the 30km/h zone was introduced, and now advocates can now run this same analysis for any area in Australia using free tools such as CrashData. Learn how to build the evidence base for safer speeds in your community.

Better Streets Australia 4/3/26 Better Streets Australia 4/3/26

Better Streets Submission for Walking and Cycling Improvements between South Eveleigh and Waterloo Metro (Henderson Road)

Better Streets has made a submission on the proposed Henderson Road cycleway, calling for protected cycling infrastructure, safer speeds, and a design that prioritises people of all ages and abilities. Henderson Road is a critical link in the local network — and this is an opportunity to deliver a safer, more connected street for walking and cycling.

Better Streets Australia 18/2/26 Better Streets Australia 18/2/26

Filtered permeability: The most effective way to achieve Better Streets?

Filtered permeability restricts through traffic while keeping streets accessible for residents, walking and cycling. It’s one of the most effective — and affordable — ways to create quieter, safer neighbourhoods. So why is Australia so slow to adopt it?