The reported titled Evaluation of Shared Lane Markings for Cyclists was prepared by CDM Research for VicRoads. It is an interesting paper in light of the recent commentary in AdelaideNow by Gordon Kanki Knight on bicycle lanes and what he sees as their negative impact on cyclists’ safety.
In 2013 the Cycling Promotion Fund in-conjunction with the National Heart Foundation of Australia conducted their third study into cycling, the Cycling and Women Survey. This study builds on the two earlier studies, Active travel to school from 2012 and Riding a bike for transport from 2011.
The focus of this blog post is the Cycling and Women Survey and my intention here is to summarise and comment on the key findings from the report.
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Bibbulmun Track “Waugal” Trail Marker
The Department of Environment and Conservation has announced that effective April 2013 a diversion is in place on the Bibbulmun Track immediately west of Walpole. Whilst every attempt is made to keep this blog up to date with the state of play on the Bibbulmun Track walkers of the Track should also check the Department of Conservation Trail conditions and updates page before walking the Track.
according to a feel-good story in the Fremantle Herald, Saturday April 20, 2013 on page 8.
The Department of Environment and Conservation has announced that effective April 2013 three diversions are in place on the Munda Biddi Trail between Walpole and Denmark in the area of the Kent River bridge; William Bay National Park and Scotsdale Road. Whilst every attempt is made to keep this blog up to date with the state of play on the Munda Biddi Trail riders of the Trail should also check the Department of Conservation Trail conditions and updates page before riding the Trail.
Hi. This blog is very much about cycling (commuting, road touring, mountain bike touring, Audax, ride safety and improving cycling infrastructure), and to a less extent now days, bushwalking all with a mainly Western Australia focus. I hope you enjoy your visit and take a moment to leave a comment and to keep in touch. Regards, Andrew.
