Tag Archive for bikes

What’s Stopping Young Women from Riding bikes

In a world-first study, Monash University researchers have found that 92% of young Victorian women, aged 18-29, are interested in riding a bike

Canberra Electric Bike Library Extended

Due to the overwhelming popularity of the Canberra Electric Bike Library, the ACT Government has extended the program for a further two years, with additional opening hours, more e-bikes available and offering opportunities to test ride the bikes at more community events.  ACT Minister for Emissions Reduction, Shane Rattenbury explained that since its opening in…

Stromlo Forrest Park’s Criterium Track Extension

Canberra’s cyclists will soon have more space for training and racing, with construction kicking off on an extension to Stromlo Forrest Park’s criterium cycling track. “The extension through to Uriarra Road will give event cyclists unrestricted access to the criterium circuit, which is already a very popular training and racing facility,” Special Minister of State…

RACV Calling on Victorians to Maintain Biking Trend

RACV is calling for Victorians to maintain the trend that has seen a boom in bike riding over the last two years, citing benefits for health, daily commuting, and the economy. On the back of significant infrastructure spending and lifestyle changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns, bike-riding is on the rise.…

Bike Stops across Canberra

The ACT Government will join local businesses this spring to launch new innovative ‘Bike Stops’ across Canberra. Bike Stops will allow cyclists to use participating businesses’ facilities to change, refresh or store their gear. Minister for Transport and City Services, Meegan Fitzharris has called on local businesses to register for the Bike Stop program. “This…