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Shared bike ban, is a shortsighted decision by council

Better Streets Board Director Jeremy Lawrence was on ABC News arguing against Yarra Council’s (Victoria) shortsighted decision to remove shared bikes from the streets of Yarra. 

Jeremy argued that the move risks undermining sustainable transport options across Melbourne and says the decision was a "step backwards". He argues that the problem lies not with the operator but with the lack of dedicated parking infrastructure for shared bikes.

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New South Wales Better Streets Australia New South Wales Better Streets Australia

Randwick bicycle network

Finally the people of Randwick (NSW) may have 3 more walking and cycling corridors. Council have released the concept designs for public consultation but we need your support to get them approved for the next phase.

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Bike Buses Get Canberra Kids Moving

Bike buses help children develop their confidence and independence, and burn off energy so they reach school happy and ready to learn.
They’ve existed in various forms and names since the 2000s, but were popularised by social media videos from Barcelona, and then by Portland (USA) school teacher Sam (Coach) Balto. 

The annual Ride 2 School Day is a gateway to encourage children to roll for short trips. But calming streets to 30km/h is needed to facilitate their wider use

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