How to make friends and influence Councillors
Missed our webinar on “Navigating the politics of sustainable transport”? James Gleave shared powerful insights on how evidence, timing, and public sentiment shape councillors’ decisions — and how advocates can build trust to make change happen. 👉 [Watch the recording & read the highlights here]
Letter from Minister King
A Letter received by Better Streets from the Federal Government, in response to our request for more funding for active transport.
Streets Ahead: how our election campaign put walking and cycling on the federal agenda
Better Streets' 2025 federal election campaign garnered support from 240 candidates and over 100 organizations, advocating for a $400 million annual investment in active transport.
This movement underscores Australia's growing commitment to safer, more sustainable streets for all.
The 2025–26 Federal Budget: A missed opportunity to invest in an active and healthy transport future
The 2025–26 Budget is a missed opportunity to invest in safer streets. While roads receive billions, walking and cycling get just $100 million.
Taking a Deep Dive into Our Federal Election Ask #1: Comprehensive Regional City Networks
Our proposed National Active Transport Infrastructure Program would fund Regional City Networks. To start by 15 regional cities and rapidly growing peri-urban areas to build connected walking and cycling paths, inspired by Wagga Wagga’s highly successful 56 km network.
Donations to Better Streets are now tax deductible!
Better Streets is now a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR)! This means gifts (donations) of $2 or over, are now tax-deductible.
Announcing the Better Streets 2025 Federal Election Campaign
As we approach the 2025 Australian federal election, Better Streets has launched a campaign asking the Australian Government, opposition, other parties and candidates to significantly increase funding for walking and cycling. Our goal is to boost the Australian Government's funding commitment to $15 per person annually, up from a historical average of just 90 cents.