The Sydney Harbour Bridge Cycleway Ramp has been officially named Patyegarang, after a Cammeraygal woman who helped bridge colonial and Indigenous communities. The name was chosen through a collaborative process with local Aboriginal community members. Transport for NSW has also unveiled new bronze signage and a cyclist counter board, which shows live usage statistics. The ramp's opening in January has led to a 30% increase in cycleway usage, averaging 1,600 daily riders over the past six months.
Cadel Evans says it would be possible for a Grand Tour cycling stage to start in Australia, though the distance is a major hurdle. Tour Down Under race director Stuart O'Grady has been trying to attract Tadej Pogačar to Adelaide for several years. Pogačar's manager recently visited and spoke well of the race. If Pogačar returned, he would likely also race at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race in Geelong. Evans also praised Pogačar's record of success.
Former Tour de France champion Cadel Evans says it would be possible for a Grand Tour stage to start in Australia, though he would not want to tell the riders. He said the idea has been discussed before, and that some Grand Tours are considering stages in America. Evans also said Tadej Pogacar may return to race in Australia, with Tour Down Under race director Stuart O'Grady having sought to bring him to Adelaide for several years. Evans praised Pogacar as the greatest of all time in his sport.
AU Now app
Your suburb’s news, alerts and Shorts — in one app
Alerts, Shorts and your saved stories — free on Google Play.
Olympic skiing gold medallist Jakara Anthony will serve as an ambassador for the 2027 Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. The Barwon Heads local will join fellow ambassador and Tour de France winner Cadel Evans for the event, which includes the TAC People’s Ride. Anthony expressed excitement about participating in the ride and promoting cycling in her home region. The race will take place from 27 to 31 January 2027, featuring various events including the Surf Coast Classic and Geelong Port Family Ride.
A new bike pump track will launch at Ocean Reef Marina's community open day on November 21. The track sits in Marina Cove Park, beside the ocean-themed playground. Specialist designers Convic created it with landscape architects, in consultation with the City of Joondalup. It has connected concrete loops, including a beginner section for younger children and a larger main loop for more confident riders. Shade shelters, seating, trees and garden beds surround the track. Planning and Lands Minister John Carey said it will give local families a free place to ride.
Brimbank council has adopted the Moving Brimbank transport strategy, a long-term plan guiding transport planning, investment and advocacy to 2050. The strategy sets out 10 priority areas, including walking, cycling, buses, trains and parking. Community consultation showed strong support for more frequent and reliable buses, and safer walking and cycling connections. Seventy-seven per cent of respondents backed the strategy's vision. Over the next two years, council plans to develop a Brimbank Bus Plan, local walking plans, a cycling implementation plan and a local roads safety plan.
Upper Lachlan Shire Council is updating its Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan and Bike Plan to guide future walking and cycling improvements. The plans aim to identify missing footpath links, safety concerns, accessibility problems and poor connections to schools, shops, community facilities, recreation areas and town centres. Residents are invited to complete a survey describing how they walk and cycle, where they face difficulties, and which locations should be prioritised. Survey feedback will be considered alongside council inspections and existing infrastructure data. The survey closes on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
Sea Otter Australia, the Southern Hemisphere's biggest bike show, returns to Batemans Bay and the Mogo Trails from 22 to 25 October. Organisers expect attendance in the five figures, up from 9000 at the inaugural event in 2025. The festival will feature 2500 athletes across 10 racing disciplines and more than 120 exhibiting businesses. Shuttled rides will take riders to Narooma MTB Park and the 30 km Burnaaga (Goanna) trail at Mogo. The 2026 program also includes a summit and the Land Manager Awards on 22 October.
Wheelchair user and bike rider Dion Woodward has invited State Election candidates in Frankston, Carrum and Hastings to experience the difficulties of a missing shared user path link along Fletcher Road. He says paths often end suddenly, crossings are difficult and busy traffic makes trips unsafe, including for support workers. A connection there would close one of the largest gaps in Frankston's network, linking the city centre with education and health destinations. Frankston City Council has committed $5.85 million to five shared user path projects, including Fletcher Road, and is asking candidates to match that funding.
Australian cyclists secured silver in the men's team sprint at the UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Shanghai, narrowly losing to the Netherlands. The trio of Leigh Hoffman, Ryan Elliott and Danny Barber extended their medal streak to five consecutive championships. Earlier, they defeated a British team missing Matt Richardson, who switched allegiances after winning Olympic medals for Australia. In the women's event, Kristina Clonan, Molly McGill and Alessia McCaig placed seventh. Hoffman noted the team's progress, despite missing out on the coveted rainbow bands.
The City of Perth is considering a policy that would give cyclists, pedestrians, public transport and loading zones priority over private vehicle parking on its kerbside. The proposal is due before a council policy committee on October 19. It would allow street space used for parking to be reallocated to bike lanes, outdoor dining, street trees and business servicing. The policy divides the city into six kerbside zones, with different priorities for each area based on local needs. Changes would consider public transport, traffic, safety and emergency vehicle access.
Redland City Council is installing a shared walking and cycling pathway along Windemere Road in Alexandra Hills. The path will run from 40 Windemere Road to 74 Brompton Street. Crossing upgrades include new kerb ramps, traffic islands and better lighting. Acting Mayor Julie Talty said the project supports the council's active transport strategy, adopted in April 2026. The pathway upgrade is expected to be completed by 6 November 2026, weather and site conditions permitting.
Councils across South Australia will share $5 million in funding for 16 cycling infrastructure projects. Announced on 12 October, the latest round of the State Bicycle Fund provides grants of up to $200,000 for construction, upgrades and design work. Projects span metropolitan Adelaide and regional areas. They include new shared-use paths, safer pedestrian crossings and upgrades to existing cycling routes. The funding aims to support safer walking and cycling for people travelling to work, school and public transport.
A new 750-metre shared path connecting Newport Beach to The Serpentine at Bilgola Beach has officially opened. The path runs beside Barrenjoey Road, keeping walkers and cyclists away from heavy vehicles. It completes the latest section of the Northern Beaches Coast Walk. A 200-metre concrete section of the Bicentennial Path at Newport's northern end also connects to Eric Green Reserve. Northern Beaches Council delivered the project with funding from the NSW Government. Mayor Sue Heins and Transport Minister John Graham said the link is a key milestone for active transport in the region.
More than 1700 riders will set off from Perth and cycle 100km to Mandurah's western foreshore this weekend. Riders will finish day one of the two-day MACA Cancer 200 Ride at Hall Park on Saturday, October 17, camping overnight in a temporary village before returning to their starting point on Sunday. The event, now in its 15th year, has raised more than $82 million for cancer research at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research. Institute chief executive Peter Leedman said the funds support WA scientists developing new treatments.
AU Now app
Your suburb’s news, alerts and Shorts — in one app
Alerts, Shorts and your saved stories — free on Google Play.
Thousands of cyclists took part in Spring Cycle in Sydney, riding across the Sydney Harbour Bridge on traffic-free roads. Riders of all abilities, including Olympians, raised money for Lifeline's crisis support services. Starting in North Sydney, participants chose either a 10km City Ride finishing at Pirrama Park in Pyrmont, or a 50km Classic Ride ending with a festival at Parramatta Park. The event marks 40 years of Spring Cycle, run by Bicycle NSW.
