YarraBUG: Recent Episodes
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Yarra Bicycle Users Group promotes urban cycling. Providing support to campaigns to improve cycling conditions and awareness; demystifies cycling technology and helps to reveal the diversity of cyclists, from children to commuters to lobbyists.
s thoughts here. And who will be our new Active Transport Minister? Or willl Deputy Gabrielle Williams want to retain the prestige of the role for herself? [sarcasm] Politics segues into the upcoming election and the Gimme 5 campaign with Bicycle Network and community groups across Victoria. Providing a dedicated funding stream for building startegic cycling corridors would certainly be a positive step towards the integrated transport system often described in government policy but rarely realised. Have you spent 2 minutes using the platform to send an email to your local MP? We also chat about the upcoming presentation by Marco te Brömmelstroet hosted by Bicycle Network on August 18th where Marco will talk about the Hill of Hysteria. Get your tickets here!
News includes commencement of the Australian leg of the Big Bike Film Night, new Swanston Street protected lanes, Maribyrnong Council: Help us make Barkly Street better, new parliamentary petition from Safer Murray Road campaign and the Flemington Bridge upgrades are now finished.Program musicScratching, Malvern StarFour Tet - Into Dust (Still Falling)
in their submission to council.As counterpoint, the NSW government and the City of Sydney are proactively working through ebike and escooter public issues.Program musicScratching, Malvern StarTim McMorris, Entwined
Faith and Val kick things off in the studio today with a couple of bike moments. We thank all of our listeners for their very generous donations towards the 3CR Radiothon. We have reached our target this year and every cent donated will go towards keeping 3CR on the air for another year. Val tells us all about the 3CR 50th birhday celebration over the weekend at the Collingwood Town Hall, the history of those fifty years shared at the celebration and the passion and support for another 50 years shared by the 3CR community. Faith shares her weekend with another great community, the seventy or so riders who took part in Cycling Wild x Off Course Winter Overnighter at Longridge. An annual event the winter overnighter is a great opprtunity both for thise who have never bikepacked before and for those who like hauling cast iron pots and legs of lamb, not to mention the kids and families coming along for the ride!We chat about the Gimme 5 campaign for 5% of the transport budget to be dedicated to Strategic Cycling Corridors and a reminder to use the campiagn website to send a short email to your local MP. All the tricky details are pre-filled for you, it only takes 2 minutes! Do it now at this link!We finish with a reminder that the Fundraiser for the Bike Shed at CERES is coming up this weekend.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Huw Vellacott of Off Course Bike Shop and we all share our bike moments including a particularly healing ride for Huw. Talk turns to the devasting fire that burned the Off Course home of eighteen years to the ground, almost four weeks ago. The devastation of the fire extends far beyond the bricks and mortar or stock, with twenty staff affected and a community that extends around the world feeling the loss. Huw talks about how the business has been able to regroup, how doing things and being together in a space has helped staff, and the wider community through the recent Fire (Garage) Sale, process not only the loss but what a future might look like. We finish up with a reminder that this Friday sees Critical Mass head to Moonee Valley!
s Bicycle, both being possible forerunners to modern day Strava PBs amongst other things.Program musicScratching, Malvern StarCal Tjader, PoincianaTycho, DX Odyssey
Brent Mickelberg. Qld. Minister of Transport. What can I say, and on World Bicycle Day.
s streets?Program MusicScratching, Malvern StarSparks, (Baby, Baby) Can I Invade Your CountryTrue Love Always, Bicycle RiderHONNE, BIKE
s ride, exploring cemeteries between Adelaide and Sydney and the stories they hold of the impact of sometimes forgotten infectious diseases on the communities now buried there. In between cemeteries she has been enjoying the scenery and wildlife. You can follow her adventures as she continues her journey on Instagram @itsinfectiousWe finish up with a reminder that the next Critical Mass ride is coming up this Friday evening! Bring your lights, ALL of your lights!
for Wellington Street. Alex talks about last Tuesdays massive Yarra Council meeting, where two thirds of public feedback supported to the bold vision make Wellington less traffic choked, and we unpack councillors decision to reject Wellington Street upgrades, road safety audit reports and what it means for the community. We also discussion how misinformation alters public debate for the worse, a comprehensive review of the Wellington Street decision, Congestion levy funds, ongoing fuel crisis, possible North East Link impacts for residents, how current Yarra Council has pattern of behaviour to degrade and stop creation of green spaces in the inner suburbs, an overall lack of vision and future engagement and future plans for a Nicer Wellington Street, including Critical Mass ride on 29 May 2026.Local news includes previous guest Robbie Danger Webb being accepted as official Guinness world records title holder as first openly transgender person to circumnavigate the globe by bicycle and two The Age ig reels on the Alphington Link and the popular Ride Outs events across Melbourne.Second guest is Aidan Barac-Dunn from Safer Streets for Richmond with Adopt safe 30km/h streets in Richmond petition being tabled at council. We discuss about simple steps to make local streets safer with recent Speed Zoning Policy, how Love 30 started in Yarra circa 2018, how more European cities are accepting 30km/h as standard and startling road death statistics in post WWII Richmond, referenced by Janet McCalman in her book, Struggletown Public and Private Life in Richmond 1900–1965, recent speed zone changes in Richmond and planning for future campaigns.Program musicScratching, Malvern StarTycho, Consciousness Felt Four Tet, LushLaibach, Fluid EmancipationTrue Love Always, Bicycle Rider
attempts to work out a way forward with e-bikes, and the Yarra Council meeting on Tuesday where the proposals for Wellington Street will be considered. Read about what has changed and how you can get involved at Say Yes to a New Wellington Street. We also take a moment to ponder the State Budget 2026-2030 released last week and what is in it for active trasnport? As that proves to be a very short conversation we dissect the gender lens Victoria has used to provide an analysis of the budget and its impact on women, or is it more a case of rose coloured glasses?
Stride e-bike subsidies for Merri-bek families, a fabulous BikeRave Melbourne ride on the weekend just gone, Critical Mass on 29 May 2026, Maribynong Council investigating a pop up bike lane program and Sydney Road issues due to looming Level Crossing works. (The 9km corridor that’s recorded 279 cyclist crashes but still doesn’t have a protected bike lane)Program musicScratching, Malvern StarStreets of your town, The Go-betweensSource, Tycho
re having a musical interlude including a new release from locals Scratching. Back in a fortnight!Program musicSia, Riding on my bikeSleepy Dreamers, Bike songScratching, Malvern StarEvalyn Parry, Two wheeled words, to wield wordsEels, 3 speedHey Ocean!, BicycleKing Curly, Riding in the darkHymner feat. Alessandra, BicycleMaika Loubte, Ride My Bike
t seen the dinky little red bollards yet and narrowed conditions for people parking their cars and trying to ride past, general advice is to monitor, document, report and repeat.Program musicHONNE, BIKE
s bike calendar in Melbourne but maybe this is a way to fill it? You can find all the details and FREE registration for updates at @bikeravemelbourne or Bike Rave Melbourne on FB
s looming energy crisis, Victoria’s Active Transport Plan announcement and Critical Mass rides west this Friday 27 March to support BikeWests call for improved infrastructure.Ongoing Elizabeth Street works: Bicycle Networks 25 March article includes more useful detail than Yarra Councils Roadworks update.In March 2026 with a looming national petrol crisis and crunch time for many household travel budgets, it is an indictment on the Victorian Government that neither Minister stepped up to stop demolition of Elizabeth Street protected lanes exactly when people need safe, economical transport options.Action you can take nowEmail 1: Contact Ministers: Why doesn’t the Victoria Government support it’s own Active Transport Plan?Email 2: Contact Yarra Council: Immediate action required: Fix Elizabeth Street, Richmond Safety issuesMedia CoverageThe Age: Bobcat and protesters take to Richmond bike corridor being narrowed for car spaces Media Release – Yarra Council Rips Up Bike Lanes – “Road Safety” Minister Lets It Happen ‘Used to be the most progressive’: Yarra Council begins narrowing bike lanes to make room for car spaces Inner City News: Cyclists protest Yarra’s Elizabeth St bike lane downgrade in Richmond Drive.com.au – ‘Back to the people’: Cyclists outraged after introduction of new car parksProgram musicKing Stingray, Camp dogBonobo, Linked
ll share the link here shortly!https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/15-minute-cities-how-urban-design-entered-the-culture-war/id1624704966?i=1000751221625
s Road South opposite Brunswick Oval. Program musicKing Stingray, Camp DogMGMT, Kids (Instrumental)HONNE, BIKE
s possible.Local news includes Bike Fest: an epic all things Bikes, FREE fun day out Saturday 21st March, located outside Bike Hubs shop at 608 Barkly Street, West Footscray.Program music: H O N N E, BIKEFour Tet - Into Dust (Still Falling)Bonobo, Flashlight
t already so so. You can subscribe at this link, and select Yarra BUG Radio from the dropdown if you would like to support the program. The Great Rixe of Return Naarm is planned again for late March and they need more people to help particulalry on the day. Get in touch if you can help! Faith chats about local updates on her cycling routes in the Netherlands and Dutch pragmatism in implementing infrastructure in challenging spaces. Val takes us back fifty years to 1976 when 3CR was created and a look at our favourite bicycles in Mdelbourne at the time.
s all the ways you can subscribe and support community radio!Program musicKing Stingray, Camp dogTycho, DR Odyssey
Read more about bike busesComplete this google form to register or volunteer.Funding for the North Richmond Bike Bus has been supported by the Victorian Government.Local news includes a call out for assistance to keep Melbourne Bike Rave going, staying safe during the current heatwave conditions across Victoria and Australia. Go to VicEmergency to find emergency information and warnings.Following up on e-bike changes in Victoria, Transport Victoria have banned all converted e-bikes from the network, in Hobart/Nipaluna: Bike lanes not to blame for congestion and international outrage and solidary after the extrajudicial killing of Alex Pretti on 24 January 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Program MusicKing Stingray, Camp dogTycho, DevicesTycho, To Everywhere Part. 1
Nic Dow and Val take a look into how the mayors in cities drive changes in cycling and pedestrian infrastructure. Examples being Anne Hidalgo of Paris and Sadiq Khan of London.
make friendsFlobots, HandlebarsHONNE, B I K EDota, RennradKing Stingray, Camp dogHalf Man Half Biscuit, A Lilac Harry Quinn
s bicycle infrastructure.If you love riding bikes but the weather has kept you inside, there is nothing better than reading about them and their makers. Melbourne authors Christine Elliott and David Jablonka have produced something special with Handcrafted Bicycles, Builders, Frame Design, and Insiration. Great photographs, a wide range of designs and a text that is part history and in a way, 32 Bike Moments.
On this weeks program Chris talks with Lachlan McKenna about e-bike standards, Saul Griffith observations about using e-bikes in hilly areas, torque vs. power discussions, different potential uses in Australia, lower transport emissions, Australia returning to the EN-15194 standard after they were scrapped by the previous Australia Federal Government in 2021 and we discuss his petition: Increase Tasmanian E-Bike Power Restrictions to USA Standards (750W) TAS is not Europe.Local news includes Critical Mass 30, both Gipps Street Ramps and Westgate Veloway opening real soon, Adopt safe 30km/h streets in Richmond petition and in related news earlier this week, Darebin Council adopted 30km/h as part of the High Street Preston Streetscape Upgrade.Program musicKing Stingray, Camp dogShonen Knife, Cycling is fun
s other project at bikeroutes.com.auFinally we finish up with a reminder that Critical Mass is coming up this Friday, its a BIG one, its the 30th anniversary this month of Critical Mass in Melbourne so make sure you come along and join the party!
s Pro-Bike Crusade Actually Made Riding Bikes Worse For Everyone Else and Not Just Bikes latest deep dive on the subject: This is Why Cycling is Dangerous in America. Infrastructure Victoria announces new ideas for 12 cycling corridors across the Melbourne area which would be absolutely fabulous, if implemented. (BN: New infrastructure strategy boosts bike corridors).Anna chats about Big Ride for Palestine, the rides history, community building, how people can get involved with walking, running or cycling to raise needed funds to support two of Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA’s long-term partner organisations, ‘MA’AN Development Centre’ in Palestine and ‘Palestinian Women’s Humanitarian Organisation (PWHO)’ in Lebanon. Funds raised will support the vital work of these organisations, including MA’AN’s lifesaving humanitarian efforts in Gaza. Register for the Merri Creek event on Saturday 22 November 2025Read more The Big Ride for Palestine eventsEvents include St Kilda Bike Kitchen: Fix-A-Flat Workshop @ St Kilda LibraryGipps Street Ramp Works: upcoming closures between 9am to 4pm, Monday 17 November and Wednesday 19 November 2025Critical Mass 30: Critical Mass celebrates 30 years of riding home together, so get your party plans organised, meet 5.30pm, State Library, Swanston Street, Friday 28 November 2025.Program musicB I K E, H O N N E
t. You can find out more about Healthy Streets here. Local examples:Merri-bek Council use healthy Streets assesments as part of their Streets For People Plan
s Gipps Street Elevated Path Community Update for October 2025 with two planned closures and Yarra Council: Road Safety Studies, provide your feedback on Rowena Parade, Richmond, Rose Street, Fitzroy and Little Turner Street, Abbotsford, consultation closes at 9am, Monday 10 November 2025.Program MusicJon Brenner, Tour de VeloDan Abrahams, Our Streets
s older truck fleets?We take a look at what happened in the Netherlands when retro fitting of blind spot mirrors to trucks saw deaths of people on bikes after crashes with trucks drop significantly. It is one of a suite of measures that include separating vulnerable road users and education campaigns. Is this something Australia should be considering? We finish with a reminder that the Critcal Mass Will Richter Memorial Ride is on this coming Friday, leaving from the State Library at 5:30pm and that the Bike Film Night is coming up on Tuesday.
s upcoming 10th anniversary, the Radical Adventure Riders bike packing gear library at Off Course Off Course Bike Shop and Kia speaking at Cycling Wild Ikara Expedition Recap – A guide to the Flinders Ranges and beyond at 6:30pm - 9pm, Wednesday 22 October at Inner North Brewing Company.Local news includes a recap of last weeks Ride2Work Day and get ready for next weeks Critical Mass ride on 31 October 2025!Program musicB I K E, H O N N ETour de Velo, Jon Brenner
(pending).We talk about the politics that loomed and has since made many parts of this trip difficult if not impossible for transgender people, and the contrast with the experience on the road with the people they met along the way as well as the realities of just keeping pedalling day after day.
On this weeks program Chris speaks with Karen Hovenga and Ellen Sandall, Greens State MP for Melbourne about Wellington Street and Macaulay Road active transport infrastructure issues.Local news includes Bicycle Network Member Night - 50 Year Celebration, 6pm, Wednesday, 8 October, next Richmond Repair Corner, Sunday 26 October, National Ride2Work Day, Wednesday 15 October and keep an eye on local Biketober events across Victoria this October.During a glorious Saturday morning in Darling Gardens, Clifton Hill, Chris and Karen chat about Lets make Wellington Street safer: we strongly suggest Option 1 Bicycle Street for both stage 3 and 4 as it reduces traffic and improves local walkability as well as cyclability, and has more trees, similar to the existing Canning Street route in Carlton, one of Melbourne’s best known cycling corridors that’s safe, peaceful, enjoyable and effective.Survey is open to Monday 13 October 2025Read about existing modal filters, the “Bicycle Street” option for Wellington Street is basically what has existed in Collingwood, Fitzroy, Richmond and Abbotsford streets for several decades.Ellen Sandall talks about heartbreaking aftermath of the death of Will Ritcher at Macaulay Road / Rankin Road intersection on 22 September 2025, the slow wait for instalment of protected bike lanes in Melbourne’s inner west (Teen’s death sparks calls for long-awaited bike lanes in Melbourne’s west, The Age 4 October 2025), her petition: Demand Labor approve safe bike lanes on Macaulay Road and making your voice heard by contacting your local member.Will Richter was riding to uni on Macaulay Road when he was killed by poor road design - it was his 19th birthday - a devastating tragedy. Everyone deserves to be safe on our roads, Bike West on x, Saturday 4 October 2025Between 2014 and 2021, of the 67 cyclists killed or seriously injured in accidents involving trucks in Melbourne, 28 per cent were in the City of Melbourne, according to a Road Safety Victoria study.Program musicTour de Velo, Jon BrennerWe’re Going to Be Friends, The White Stripes
Faith and Val are joined in the studio on a stunning spring morning by Alsion McCormack, CEO of Bicycle Network. We spend far too long sharing our bike moments before moving on to the current consultation on the Wellington Street improvements. Open until Monday October 13th the project looks at ways to improve the street and make it safer for vulnerable road users. Make sure you check it out, particulalry if you need to ride soth from Darebin or Merri-bek or the northern parts of Yarra. Discussion turns to Bicycle Network and its 50th year celebrations in 2025. Alison takes us through its inception as the Bicycle Institute of Victoria in 1975 to the presnet day, some of the changes the organisation has made along the way and the direction they are taking in looking to the future and the next fifty years. One of the recent campaigns BN has run has been about the proposed bans on people travelling with e-bikes on trains. Alison reminds us about the E-Bike Expo this coming weekend in Brunswick where vistors will be able to try e-bikes from retailers all over Melbourne. Want to join the 50 year anniversary celebrations? You'll find all the details here.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Sally from Streets Alive Darebin about ongoing issues with risky St George's Road intersections, crossovers and connections.We discuss historial changes, including 2009 change from a roundabout at Northcote to signalised intersection, working on building a direct connection to Merri Creek Path, Northern Pipe Trail connections to the north, safety issues with crossovers to central median path as it's a major tram route and the premier cycling route in the north of Melbourne with over half a million cycle journeys a year.Streets Alive Darebin are calling on Kat Theophanous: Member for Northcote and Gabrielle Williams: Minister for Transport Infrastructure, Minister for Public and Active Transport and VicRoads to fix the southern intersection at Charles and Merri Parade to improve safety for cyclists, and all road users, connecting to the shared median path heading north.Join Us for Critical Mass St George's Road: meet State Library, 5.30pm Thursday 25 September 2025 (Grand Final Eve) and ride to St George's Road intersection & post ride drinks and chat at Terminus Hotel.Local news: it's World Car Free Day, with today's diminished traffic today it felt like Melburnians had taken that to heart but no, it's the start of Victorian school holidays.After a long wait, Wellington Street north consultation is finally open - Option 1 for a Bicycle Street is the best! Survey is open to Monday 13 October 2025.Circulating back to last fortnights 3CR program, Victoria's new Speed Zoning Policy + Making Moreland Road safer, Victorian Police have made an arrest for the Moreland Road hit-run fatality on 24 August 2025. Please add your name to the Victorian Government Legislative Council petition: Pedestrian and cyclist safety on Moreland Road.Changes to e-bikes: instead of a blanket ban on NSW trains: Commuters taking converted e-bikes on NSW trains, metro to face finesCan you help 3CR by becoming a Regular Donor during September? A Regular Donor is someone who loves 3CR so much that they set up an automatic donation on the same day every month. By becoming a Regular Donor, you can help us stay resilient and radical. Together, we can keep independent voices on air!Program musicTour de Velo, Jon BrennerNew Prophets, Bonobo
Andrew from Neighbourly Ride joins Val on the tandem to chat on the power of the humble bicycle to bring people togeather, enhance our physical and mental health and bring moments of unexpected joy into our lives. "You have to try very hard not to have fun on a bike."https://neighbourlyride.com/
On this weeks program Chris speaks to Angelica and Alex about community concerns in Brunswick about increased Moreland Road volume, traffic speeds and requirement for more safe infrastructure, especially after man was killed during a hit run incident, while walking a bicycle in the bike lane, on Sunday 24 August 2025. This is the second fatality within six months on Moreland Road.Brunswick Voice: Moreland Road hit-and-run driver remains at largeDetectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit who are investigating the incident believe the car involved was a white 2016 Audi Q5 SUV. It is likely to have visible damage to both its front and passenger side.Angelica mentions the new Safe Moreland Road group and a related Victorian Government Legislative Council petition: Pedestrian and cyclist safety on Moreland RoadAlex speaks about his snap-action protest in respect for the rider, support of getting better infrastructure and safer speeds in the Moreland Road area.Local news includes Victoria's new Speed Zoning Policy enables local councils to create 30km/h zones and for those of us with good memories, you'd remember the local trials starting back in 2018 and next Critical Mass on Thursday 25 September 2025.Program MusicB I K E, H O N N E
Faith and Val are joined in the studio today by Dr Afshin Jafari Research Fellow at RMIT's Centre for Urban Research. We all share our bike moments before taking a look at two local pieces of news.First a reminder that the proposed ban on people travelling with e-bikes is open for consultation until today. You just have time to have your say! Once you have done that make sure you contact your local MP.Secondly the City of Yarra are looking at changes they can make to the intersection of Scotchmer Street and St Georges Road to improve it. Take a look and give them your feedback. Dr Afhsin Jafari takes us through the elements that make for a safe bike lane including all the considerations about width. These are very relavent in Yarra at the moment with discussion around narrowing the Elizabeth Street protected bike lanes. We also take a look at the different standards used around the world and in Australia, their consistencies and otherwise, and local inconsistencies in building to the guidelines. As new people take up using a bike to get around our legacy bike lanes may have to adapt to new styles of bicycles and tolerances for traffic moving at different speeds.
On this weeks show, Chris has a radio edit of the Future of North Richmond - People, Bikes, Cars and Housing forum held Thursday 7 August 2025 with presentations by Karen Hovenga (see Elizabeth Street, North Richmond housing) and Jeremy Lawrence (see Councillor vs. Officer Plans), that also involves Elizabeth Street protected lanes 'narrowing' and adjacent issues.The next Yarra Council meeting on 12 August 2025, please make a submission and attend the meeting if you can. Read Bicycle Network: Yarra to vote – again – on critical bike route (8 August 2025)It was a good discussion, attended by members of the North Richmond Precinct Community Committee and other local residents. 'We learned that the East and West Carparks, on the housing estate, are not fully utilised (about 50% empty) and that all residents who own a car in their own name can be given a car park permit, as well as any regular support workers. Residents also discussed the difficulty that they have in owning bikes as they don't have secure storage and have to either store them in their homes, or experience having them stolen and needing to be replaced.'Read about Future of North Richmond - Elizabeth St motion sent to Yarra councillors that could help find a solution with a community working group.Local news includes Conduct on Public Transport Regulations: feedback open to 18 August 2025 and previous guests on our show, Leo and Cezary from Two Birders, Two Bikes and One School, making their goal with opening of Builecon primary school near Balibo.Program MusicB I K E, H O N N ERestraint, Tycho
Faith and Val are joined in the studio today by Elliot Fishman of the Institute for Sensible Transport to discuss the Victorian State Government's proposed ban on people travelling with e-bikes on trains. We share our bike moments and our first ever sponsorship by Bicycle Network.We discuss the policy and data vacumn within which this decision is being made, the ensuing lack of impact assesment and the ongoing failure of the State Government when it comes to this important part of the transport system. Despite calls from Coroner Audrey Jamison seven years ago for the better regulation of e-bikes little has been done, even after the Morrison government made the importation of more dangerous non-compliant bikes easier in 2021. While the ban seeks to address the issue of battery fires on trains, especially in tunnels, the ban is imposed on e-bikes whose batteries have never been associated with these fires. The ban will impact people accessing work, addressing shortfalls in the PT system, dangerous gaps in the cycling network, the elderley, disabled and more. We discuss the likely outcomes of the ban; people on safe e-bikes not being able to access work or recreational opportunities and other services, people buying more powerful e-bikes to make the journey previously done by train, and vulnerable workers and other usesr being exposed to fines and harassment.With no timeframe established for the ban, and even less urgancy once it is in place, there is little hope it will ever be revoked. You can take part in the survey or make a submission here. Write to The Hon. Gabrielle Williams, Transport Minister using the details here and also write or call your local MP.
On this week's show Chris chats to Rochelle Anderson from Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre about the new Boroondara e-bike library trial programme, what's involved, providing locals to try out a top of the range e-bike, the bikes, training, how the Merri-bek e-bike trial went, responsibilities, survey follow up and more.The topic de jour everywhere is e-bikes and safety concerns on public transport, with bit of back history about previous bike bans back in 2008 on V/Line and Connex which stemmed from storage issues and overreach.In short, the e-bike compliance issue sits at Federal government with grey imports, point of sale and dodgy conversions. Concerned about e-bike PT restrictions? Please contact your local state member ASAP and make a submission to Conduct on Public Transport Regulations by 18 August 2025.Remembering John Englart: Family and friends will celebrate John’s life on Monday, July 28, 12 noon – 4pm, at St Mark’s Fawkner, corner of Lee Street and Sydney Road. All who knew John are welcome. Gipps Street news: apparently the ramps + works will be finished by December 2025!Yarra news: with the ongoing Elizabeth Street protected lanes campaign, there are some things we can’t get done on our own at the local council level and that’s where you come in, please contact Melissa Horne MP, Roads Minister and Gabrielle Williams MP, Public and Public and Active Transport Minister.Future of North Richmond – People, Bikes, Cars and Housing: come to a forum of community members to discuss what we want Elizabeth Street and the North Richmond precinct to look like in 10-20 years.6pm – 8pm, Thursday, 7 August 2025Ground Floor Community Room, 106 Elizabeth St, RichmondRegister to attendWe’ll be discussing the likely increase in housing and population, the Elizabeth St bike lanes, and how car parking works in the area now and in the future.Program musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funTycho, DevicesHONNE, B I K E
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Andrea Bunting, Secretary of Climate Action Merri-bek. We share our bike moments and take a look at some local news including the death of Brian Dixon, co-founder of Bicycle Network, and the recent suggestion that e-bikes should be registered as motorbikes. We remember our friend John Englart who passed away suddenly last week and his incredible legacy as an activist and campaigner for sustainable transport and climate action.John was a member, and often committee member, of Merri-bek BUG since 2007 and Convenor of Climate Action Merri-bek since 2013. But his history as an activist and campaigner goes back decades; participant and organiser in the Rides against Uranium in the 1970s and '80s, Critical Mass rider since the1990s, writer, publisher, diligent documentor of campaigns and activism, he also found time to be a beloved friend, father and partner. Vale John Englart 1955-2025. A celebration of John's life will be held on Monday July 28th 12-4pm at St Mark's Church Hall in Fawkner. Explore John's work at the following links:John Englart photo archiveClimate Action Merri-bekExtend the Upfield Path to UpfieldTakver's initiatives Climate Citizenmore to come soon ......
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Mathew Peckham and we all share our bike moments, including the 2025 Melburn Roobaix and installation of a long overdue prioirty crossing on the Inner Circle Trail at Alfred Crescent. We note the improvement to the City of Melbourne bike lane budget since last week. while also noting it still won't deliver the projects in the Transport Strategy. Mathew tells us about a crash he suffered on a protected bike lane in the CBD when a distracted pedestrian stepped in front of his bike. Mathew suffered injuries that prevented him from working for a significant amount of time and have left him with ongoing health issues but was disappointed to discover that despite having paid registration and TAC insurance premiums for decades, his crash wasn't covered becasue there was no motor vehicle involved. We chat about the changes made to TAC over the years to better adapt it to provide no fault support, and the social contracts we have where we pool resources to ensure everyone is looked after. Mathew shares the dissapointing response he has had from Minister Ben Carroll and the attempts by Tim Read MP to raise the matter.
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Cr Sophie Wade from City of Yarra about local walking and cycling initiatives, her recent European trip that illustrate how London, Paris, Rotterdam and many European cities are providing active transport options for their citizens, including micromobility, bike hangars, 30km/h zones, school zones, allocating road space to people and smooth transitions on paths and surfaces, and returning home, talking about that now infamous 8 April meeting at Yarra Council, on to positive stuff such as upgrades to Wellington/Johnston Street intersection, design work and upgrading Wellington, Gipps and Langridge Streets.Local news includes Sundays Melburn Roobaix roll that showed the glorious biodiversity of cycling in this town, Victoria Walks: talking walking and driving and Nick Reeces predictable backflip and weird 'safety' pivot over protected lanes despite a overwhelming public response supporting safe infrastructure.Today is final day of 3CR radiothon - a big THANK YOU to everyone who has donated to Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio!Program musicCamp dog, King Stingray
Fresh from a brief technical gremlin wrestling session Faith and Val warm up the mikes by sharing their bike moments. We check in on our Radiothon fundrasing target and remind everyone of the different ways they can make a donation to keep 3CR and Yarra BUG Radio on air! If you'd like to make a donation you can do so here: https://www.givenow.com.au/cr/yarrabugradioshow Every litlle bit helps! We recap events at the Future Melbourne Commitee's Draft Budget submiissions hearing last week where 179 people registed to speak to their submissions to the CoM budget, particularly the bike lane budget. With over 1450 submissions calling for the bike lane budget to be increased to the levels of the last term, it was a long night! You can watch the meeting here You can read more about the City of Melbourne bike lane budget (including a detailed analysis of the spin around bike lane funding) here. Bicycle Network are calling on everyone to email Councillors and ask them to increase the funding. We finish up with a reminder that Melburn Roobaix is on this weekend. While ticket sales have finished, there IS a Surly Side Quest on Saturday for which tickets are still available!
On this weeks program Chris talks to Kathryn Good from the Story Bridge Active Transport Alliance about the sudden footpath closure earlier in 2025 apparently due to Cyclone Alfred, difficulties with any answers being given, poor communication from Brisbane City Council, poor detour arrangements, discovering reports about the bridge being being at risk of further damage from the elements and vehicles, who will foot the maintanance or restoration costs, planned court actions, petition to Brisbane City Council, organising bike bus for users safety and where changes to transport planning in cities like Paris and London has lead to fantastic outcomes for active transport. Also see Bike Queensland: Bike Bus scheduled for Story Bridge and Space4Cycling Brisbane.Local news: Melbourne Lord Mayor Nick Reece has an attempt at appealing to Melbourne's cycling community, Bike Melbourne and Bicycle Network local campaign to restore City of Melbourne active transport budget, how to stay warm on the bike tips from Sarah @ Electrify This and a big THANK YOU to everyone who has donated to YarraBUG Radio for 3CR 2025 Radiothon! Program musicCamp dog, King StingrayUnderneath the Story Bridge, Bob Wilson and the GoodwillsB I K E, HONNE
Our 2025 radiothon show has a bit of everything with Val, Chris, Steve and Nik in the studio, Dr Moss Cass' contribution to community radio, the Great Ride of Return, bicycle moments, the rebirth of Critical Mass since 2022 and how it has changed, including local advocacy mobilisation in response to Yukako Fukuharas tragic death on King Street in May 2022 and that Melbourne City Council on June 2022 meeting. Her name was Yukako: Yukako was a kind, funny and joyful woman from Japan who dreamed of improving her English in Melbourne and was living that dream until her life was tragically cut short in a bicycle accident with a truck on King Street in the CBD on her way to school on May 17th 2022. Nik talks about what happens next with Melbourne City Council on 17 June 2025 and bicycle infrastructure funding and Val reading Mulga Bill riding his new bike into Deadman's Creek. Givenow to Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio!Celebrate everything you love about community and bike riding by supporting Your Station, Your Voice in 2025 and making a donation by 22 June 2025. There is no donation too small as it the collective effort that counts! ALL donations over $2 are tax deductible Since 2008 Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has broadcast on 3CR in naarm Melbourne, shared hundreds of bike moments, spoken to countless guests, interviews, rides, cycling events, alongside raising awareness about campaigns and advocacy you simply won't hear anywhere else in mainstream mediaThis year, we’re celebrating everything 3CR stands for with our theme: Your Station, Your Voice.Help us continue this vital work. Donate to 3CR today and keep Your Voice on air.Also, if you can share the link to the page with your friends and family that would be great. The more people who can help the better!
On this weeks program Chris chats to Hiroyuki Yuzurihara about his world cycling journey that started as a homage to his grandfathers attempt to write a novel seventy years ago, his adventures, reasons for traveling, what he's experienced, how he's found Melbourne, the kindness of strangers, meeting new friends and what’s coming next. You can catch up with Hiro on threads, buy me a coffee and more.Local news includes last Fridays Critical Mass: Big City Lights ride, Save the City of Melbourne’s Bike Lane Budget: make a submission by 5pm, Monday June 2025 and 3CR 2025 Radiothon: Your Station, Your Voice!Donate here to keep Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio & radical community radio on airProgram musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funAvicii, Wake me up
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Nik Dow of Bike Melbourne. We share our usual bike moments before turning to the Draft City of Melbourne budget currently out for consultation. Nik explains that Despite Mayor Reece's commitment during the 2024 elections to “maintain investment in bike lanes over the next four years at the same level as the previous term of council”, the draft budget shows a huge cut to funding.The City of Melbourne is proposing to spend more on Christmas decorations than it will on building new protected bike lanes and will fall significantly behind in its aims to build 50km of new physically protected bicycle lanes by 2030 on local roads. City of Melbourne is proposing to spend $1.5M in comparison to the City of Sydney spending $13M in an area twice the CoM. With such a small investment the schedule for buidling the nwtork of 50km of new protected bike lanes by 2030 can never be met. You can make your submission to the Draft Budget here. (The section for the first text box is "Bike Lane Funding") Share your story about riding in Melbourne, or not being able to, and ask that funding be re-instated to the same levels as the previous term of Council. You can also join the Critical Mass Ride planned for this Friday in the City with the theme BIG CITY LIGHTS!
On this weeks program Chris interviews Dr Afshin Jafari, Lead researcher and RMIT Research Fellow about new research (Melbourne cycling infrastructure plan risks getting stuck in low gear if feeder networks not considered) that shows that state and local governments should connect and build more dedicated bike lanes to make the existing Strategic Cycling Corridors a viable transport option.'In this study, we developed a city-scale agent-based simulation model for Greater Melbourne to evaluate changes in travel mode share from cycling infrastructure modifications. We clustered bicycle riders into five demographic groups: Maverick Males, Motivated Adults, Conscientious Commuters, Young Sprinters, and Relaxed Cruisers, estimating mode choice parameters for each group.'RMIT: Understanding the impact of city-wide cycling corridors on cycling mode share among different demographic clusters in Greater Melbourne, AustraliaNews includes City of Melbourne and Yarra Council draft budgets, with reduced funding for active transport, open to feedback, Critical Mass Big City Lights on Friday 30 May 2025 and the retirement of Melbourne cycling legend, Marcus Walker from Walkers Wheels and RRR Bike Bits, with Chained Labs taking over the site on Para Road, Montmorency.Program musicHONNE, B I K ETycho, DX Odyssey
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Alison McCormack, CEO of Bicycle Network. We all share our bike moments and consider what appears to be a significant cut to the CoM budget for bike lanes. In light of what everyone agrees is needed to make the CoM a liveable city into the future, the cut from $4M to $1.5M doesn't make any sense. Alison McCormack updates us on the new version of the Great Vic Bike Ride, plans for which have just been released. The changes are designed to make the Great Vic more accessible to schools, provide a deeper dive into a region while also giving participants a journey to complete. You can find out more about the Great Vic Bike Ride here.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Laura Aston about Wayfinder Labs about finding new ways to unlock potential so everyone has convenient access to safe and healthy transport, topics include systems thinking, Open Streets initiatives and finding ways to travel that are healthy, convenient and safe.Local news includes the weekend festival of electoralism, the floating signifier of now ex LNP leader, Peter Duttons bus getting wedged on a protected bike lane barrier in Pitt Street, Sydney, ongoing Elizabeth Street protected lanes media coverage with our previous 3CR program quoted in a news.com.au article, the example of College Street Cycleway outlasting both a NSW transport minister and now disgraced shock jock and a Coppin Street Cycling Corridor public meeting at 6.30pm, Monday 5th May, Central Club Hotel, Richmond.3CR’s annual Radiothon fundraiser is coming! We need to raise a whopping $275,000 to keep the station afloat and with YOUR help, we know we can. No donation is too small (or big!), and all donations over $2 are tax deductible. 3CR is ‘Your Station, Your Voice’ and we look forward to YOUR donation during June (or earlier if you can’t wait!)
On todays program Chris catches up with Pierre Vairo from Bike West about last weeks quiet opening of the Footscray Road walking and cycling bridge.Also a recap of Yarra Councils 8 April 2025 meeting, where our petition with 1100+ was tabled, with something going very wrong where Yarra has to call another meeting: Extraordinary Council Meeting called for Elizabeth Street at 7.15pm Tuesday 22 April 2025, read more + actions you can take.Pierre talks about the 200m green bike bridge opening as part of three completed components of the Westgate Tunnel Project, with the 2km+ veloway/green snake and Rainbow Bridge still to open. We discuss the ongoing issues with WTP including a tragic avoidable death, another serious life changing injury (730 Report: Warnings about intersection ignored by authorities prior to crash that left cyclist paralysed, Critical Mass Footscray in February and ongoing ford work with not fit for purpose signage.Program musicKing Stingray, Day off
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Andrew Talati of Neighbourly Ride and we all share our bike moments. We talk about the shambolic Yarra Council meeting last week and the decision affecting the Elizabeth Street bike lanes. You can read the detail about what happened, the proposed dangerous changes and what you can do here. Andrew reminds us how Neighbourly Ride started, and brings us up to date with it's revival. Neighbourly Ride provides short social rides for newbies, creating community connections through sharing local routes and experience riding in a sociable and welcoming environment. Its the perfect next step for those hoping to start using their bike but not sure how to start. Neighbourly Ride needs volunteers to help provide more local rides in more areas. Get in touch with them if you think you can help!
On this week program, Chris talks to Anna Johnston with a follow up interview about Collins Street protected bike lanes in nipaluna Hobart, the recent public meeting, intense debates over moderate changes to public space, using active transport to move around cities and community mobilisation to create awareness, ongoing dialogue to improve our cities, decrease pollution, congestion and more.Local news includes Yarra Council meeting on 8 April with Elizabeth and Coppin Street on the agenda to be possibly removed or narrowed or simply left alone until state government plans for the area are finalised, read more at Yarra for Safe Streets, Elizabeth Street protected bike lanes: a history and watch the socials. Local news includes No to Nuclear Solidarity Bike Ride to Brighton and Kooyong on 26 April and two surveys where your feedback is welcome: Towards Sustainable Mobility Practice through Community Engagement and Climate Risk Appraisal Shared E-scooters in AustraliaProgram musicKing Stingray, Camp DogBonobo, Flashlight
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Paul McKay, former General Manager of Bicycle Victoria (now known as Bicycle Network) We share our bike moments before taking a look at BUGs, or Bicycle User Groups. It's thirty-five years since the first Bicycle User Groups were created in Australia in 1990 . Paul explains why Bicycle Victoria created BUGs, their role as advocates, their changing relationship wth Bicycle Network over the years, and their resilience as grass roots community advocates.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Adam Pulford about Lime and Neuron e-scooter rental schemes in Melbourne including them no longer available in Melbourne or Yarra, a disconnect between decision makers and end users creating kneejerk reactions, how consultation processes don't necessarily work for busy people, how e-scooters provide a vital last mile/km travel option, why aren't designated on-road parking bays an option to keep footpath areas decluttered, why modern cities should be embracing new travel ideas in a environmental and cost of living crisis, state government support for e-scooters, how to plan and design streets for everyone, problems with e-scooters trials means they can be easily lobbied against as part of the so called road culture wars and what steps people can take next.Local news, Brunswick Bike Shed holding earlier sales during CERES Harvest Festival this Saturday 29 March then offering free bike checks to festival attendees from 12pm to 3pm andCritical Mass Boroondara, 5.30pm, Friday 28 March riding to the inner east for cycling infrastructure and a new Yarra river crossing,Keep signing our petition: Don’t risk our safety in 2025 - tell Yarra Council not to remove safe cycling lanes, Infrastructure Victoria draft 30-year infrastructure strategy + Inquiry into the impact of road safety behaviours on vulnerable road usersAnd if you have a few spare hours for reading: Elizabeth Street Protected Bike Lanes: A historyProgram musicKing Stingray, Camp dog
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Will Hartnett of Cycling Wild and Off Course bike shop. Will talks about the years he has spent exploring the Flinders Ranges and other remote areas of Australia by bike and the knowledge he has gathered showing others around on foot and wheels. While he has often shared his experience on his website Cycling Wild, he now plans to go one step further and provide supported tours to the Flinnders Ranges and other areas of Australia. Riders who want to explore moore adventurous regions can do so without having to manage the sometimes challenging logistics by themselves. You can find out more about his first tour coming up in September and future plans at Cycling Wild.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Mark Donnellon from Streets People Love Hobart about how they created the group, what actions they've taken since December 2024, how the campaign grew from passionate debate about improving Collins Street, showing community support for active transport in nipuluna Hobart, being guided by their fun-loving mascot, Perci the Platypus, supporting Hobart City Councils Argyle and Campbell Street bicycle connections and getting people involved with a public meeting about the Collins Street improvement trial on Tuesday 25 March at 5.30pm at City Hall, 57-63 Macquarie Street.Local news includes the Victoria Parliament finally tabling the final report of the inquiry into vulnerable road users that was tabled in the Legislative Assembly last year, you can read the report here, especially Recommendation 31: 'The Department of Transport and Planning continue to promote the installation of protected bike lanes in inner and middle Melbourne'. Most of the recommendations are supported 'in principle' which is fairly lukewarm response to be honest. Critical Mass Boroondara is coming up on Friday 28 March, Yarra and Boroondara need a new river crossing! Infrastructure Victoria has just released their 30 year plan, and it supports a cycling link from the city through to the Hawthorn - Box Hill trail. This link would need a new pedestrian and cycling bridge between Richmond and Hawthorn.And don't forget to sign our petition: Don’t risk our safety in 2025 - tell Yarra Council not to remove safe cycling lanesProgram musicKing Stingray, Camp dogCamp Cope, How to socialise friends and influence people
On this weeks program Chris talks to Tim Smith, local industrial designer about his journey to developing FoldSmith folding bike hire and sales. Tim discusses the joy of growing up with bikes, becoming a cycle courier, running a bike cab business, his business ideals, raising the profile of folding bikes, FoldSmith folding bike rental options and future collaboration plans with Loop Cycles in Brunswick.News includes Don’t risk our safety in 2025 - tell Yarra Council not to remove safe cycling lanes petition update with public pressure gets results with a decision possibly deferred to April, Critical Mass Footscray with Snuff Puppets and all your new friends, 5.30pm, State Library, Friday 28 February, Merri-bek BUG having a stall at the Sydney Road Street Party on Sunday 2 March and Kingsville women lucky to be alive after being struck by a truck driver on Somerville Road (narrowed bike lanes, anyone?)National news includes Active Transport boost for Victoria announcement with $100m allocated to four year period for the entirety of Australia, when Better Streets Australia are calling for $400m per year in the lead up to the 2025 Federal election and Gregory Andrews/Lyrebird Dreaming article: E-bikes and Cargo Bikes: The Transport Revolution Australia Needs. Program musicKing Stingray, Camp dogTricky, Your name (instrumental)
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Dr Lauren Pearson, Research Fellow & Equity Lead, Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research at Monash University. Lauren joined us on an earlier program to discuss the Petal Project and her report Unlocking young women’s access to bike-riding, relesed late last year. Lauren gives us a a quick recap of the project and its findings about the complexity of travel for young women. You can check out this episode to hear more. Today we loook at the second part of the program which was workshops and interviews with participants and the solutions and interventions particpants themselves came up with for many of the issues raised during the course of research. During the program we also discussed a specific discussion on Late Night Live which you can find here.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Sarah Aubrey abour her electrification advocacy work via Electrify This plus practicial steps people can take with micro mobility & decarbonisation.Topics include modal mixing transport, well thought out transport systems, Sydney Cycleways, dealing with running interference from fossil fuel industry, the freedom of riding, drivers conditioned to expect parking everywhere, cars vs. bikes being a non-argument, How extreme car dependency is driving Americans to unhappiness, how ebikes are changing peoples expectations, parents using ecargobikes, the facts about lithium-ion batteries, technology reviews, urban design and the sheer fun of riding a ebike.Local news includes Bike Rave: Bike to the future on Saturday 15 February starting 2-3pm at the Noodle Markets, Belgium Avenue and Collingwood Neighbourhood Houses: Free bike check ups, 3.30pm-5.30pm, Mon 17 February at next Arts Richmond Collective Soirée next to 106 Elizabeth Street, Richmond playground, City of Melbourne: Queensberry Street riding lanes and announcing Critical Mass Footscray on 28 February 2025.February means it's time to Show Your Solidary and subscribe to 3CR Radical Radio, here's all the details!Program musicKing Stingray, Camp DogGirl Most Likely, Freeflow
On this weeks show Chris and Steve talks about keeping your bike safe from theft as unfortunately Melbourne has seen a increase in peoples pride and joy being nicked due to combination of things like opportunistic theft, use of cordless power tools and organised activity.We discuss basic tips such as situational awareness, eg, where your bike is locked, using two bike locks, bike lock security levels, removing quick releases & components, observing that sheffield loops & steel poles are secure on the street, bike lock types, bike lock brands, bike lock reviews (these are literally endless) keeping your bike locked while at home, apartment storage units, household insurance, recording and registering your bike with a service like Bike Vault. Apologies we didn't have time to mention gps trackers in any detail and a whole bunch of extra tips.Local news includes South Crescent safety under threat - four things you can do to make a submission or public question at Darebin Council 28 January meeting, Critical Mass Yarra: Friday 31 January 2025: Meet 5.30pm State Library, Swanston Street, naarm, Melbourne. Ride, scoot and skate through our traditional home grounds of Fitzroy, Collingwood & Richmond. Add your name to our petition: Don’t risk our safety in 2025 – tell Yarra Council not to remove safe cycling lanes!Curve Cycling: Bikepacking Bush Mechanics - Womxn of Curve Edition, 11 Feb 2025
Val is joined by Nic Dow from Melbourne BUG to try to decipher the results of the last council elections.We mainly focus on Yarra and Melbourne in this show with some of the other results to be covered in part 2 on the 3rd of February.Link to YarraBUG petition to council.
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Karen Hovenga to talk about local Yarra issues, including what the new council maybe planning for narrowing protected bikes lanes in Elizabeth Street, whatever the future holds for intersection treatments at Coppin Street in Richmond and direct quote from petition linked below: "continue to implement Yarra’s Transport Action Plan 2024-2034 including the New Deal for Schools, New Deal for Cycling, New Deal for Walking and other specified programs to meet the ambitious targets in Yarra's Transport Strategy 2022-32" Local news includes call-outs for assistance from Bite Sized Rides and Bike Rave Melbourne.Karen talks about how several generations of her family easily use the Elizabeth Street protected lanes, their connection to City of Melbourne's Albert Street protected lanes that creates a vital east-west route, being able to ride plenty of short trips to local destinations but decision-makers being unable to vote on equitable transport solutions for anything other than cars. We comment upon how successive generations build upon road safety improvements, in reference to Janet McCalman’s award-winning classic ‘Struggletown, Public and Private Life in Richmond 1900-1965’ which included horrifying road fatalities statistics of the post war era, where thirty people died on Richmond roads in April 1949.Coming up at the end of the month is Critical Mass Yarra: Friday 31 January 2025, meet 5.30pm, Friday 31 January 2025, State Library, Swanston Street, naarm, Melbourne. Ride, scoot and skate through our traditional home grounds of Fitzroy, Collingwood & Richmond. Many thanks to Sam Wallman for adapting his Freedom Machine design. Like it? Buy it!Critical Mass Yarra: download & print poster | Obligatory facebook eventAdd your name to our petition: Don’t risk our safety in 2025 – tell Yarra Council not to remove safe cycling lanes!Read more: Yarra for safe streetsProgram musicKing Stingray, Camp DogTycho, DevicesShonen Knife, Cycling is fun
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Dr Lauren Pearson, Research Fellow & Equity Lead, Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research at Monash University. We share our bike moments before taking a look at some local news. Over the New Year the Road Safety Action Plan Phase 2 was released. Developed by Victoria's Road Safety Partners, the plan includes some subtle changes in language and otherwise that may prove significant for active transport in Melbourne and Victoria. The Age has included in a recent story on Victoria's road toll over the past 15 years a handy infographic that can be filtered by suburb and shows the impact of t he road toll on different road users, pedestrians, cyclsists and others, over the last. fifteen years. Take a look at Victoria's Road toll by the numbers. Discussion turns to the Petal Project and the report Unlocking young women’s access to bike-riding relesed late last year. Lauren explains how the project came about, the complexity of travel for young women, of their choices with repect to different modes and how considerations of these issues hasn't traditionally been a part of the provision of transport infrastrcuture. With so much left to unpack when we run out of time we decide we will need to have Lauren back on the program soon to look at the solutions and interventions particpants in the project came up with for many of the issues raised during the course of research.
We're enjoying a little break over Christmas / New Year so kick back with some sparkling summery cycling tunes.Sia, Riding on my bikeCamp Cope, How to socialise & make friendsHey Ocean!, BicycleWeddings Parties Anything, Under the clocksLive Fashion, Bicycle songAnecdata, Bike songMonkey, BicycleHalf Man Half Biscuit, See That My Bike's Kept CleanTanger, BIKESave the date: coming up at the end of the month is Critical Mass Yarra: Friday 31 January 2025Meet 5.30pm, Friday 31 January 2025, State Library, Swanston Street, naarm, Melbourne. Ride, scoot and skate through our traditional home grounds of Fitzroy, Collingwood & Richmond. Many thanks to Sam Wallman for adapting his Freedom Machine design. Like it? Buy it!Critical Mass Yarra: download & print posterObligatory facebook eventAdd your name to our petition: Don’t risk our safety in 2025 – tell Yarra Council not to remove safe cycling lanes!Read more: Yarra for safe streets
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Julie Clutterbuck of Port Phillip BUG.We all share our bicycle moments before looking back at 2024 and bicycle advocacy in Melbourne, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Matt Osbourne from Wondercross Cycling and WXSHOP co-working space with Project Flock, located in Eastment Street Northcote, about the much loved ride hub, it's rich social history and so much more.Local news includes Yarra Council 17 December meeting, especially Item 7.2: E-scooter Update which discusses geofencing options and possible negative implications for public e-bike and e-escooter trials in Yarra. Read more our new campaign at Yarra for safe streets: for over two decades Yarra has been one of Melbourne’s best areas to walk and ride.And keep an eye out for a couple of exciting announcements later this week on our socials!Program musicKing Stingray, Camp DogTycho, RestraintShonen Knife, Cycling is fun
Val and Faith share their bike moments before taking a look at some of the news and happenings coming up in Melbourne lately. The Streets People Love website has been updated with those candidates who engaged with the SPL community and were successfully elected identified by an orange border. In particular it is handy to know who in your local council has taken the Streets People Love pledge, and a great excuse to email your local councillors, introduce yourself and find out what plans they have to implement the actions described in the pledge locally. For those who live, work and ride in Yarra who are concerned about moves to get rid of or compromise bike infrastructure, take a look at the Yarra for Safer Streets site to see how you can get involved in protecting infrastructure for people on bikes. Coming up on Wednesday December 11th is the launch of a photo exhibition ‘The Everyday Lives of Delivery Workers’ at 6pm. We also take a look at the PETAL Project report "Unlocking young women's access to bike-riding" released last week. Dr Lauren Pearson reports on research into women aged 18-29, their interest in using a bike ro get around the the barriers they report to doing so, plus the solutions they come up with!
On this weeks program, Chris catches up with Cubby aka CB Mako about their families journey through the last few difficult years with long covid, related health issues, disabilities, changes to NDIS funding, calling for the bicycle industry to address mobility issues with three-wheel e-bikes and crowdfunding the families transport needs for a Nihola Rehab ecargobike for their daughter Christa.Photo description - Christa (seated inside the cargobike) and her Sr Occupational Therapist standing beside the cargobike and peeking inside to checking on Christa. The OT wanted to test and measure various cargobikes at Dutch Cargo Bike headquarters in Moorabbin, VIC. Christa liked the Nihola e-cargobike very much.Local news includes Building a safe and liveable Coppin Street and last weeks Yarra Council meeting that has broad implications for local active transport, peoples trust in local politics and council governance issues.Tuesday 3rd December is International Day for People with Disabilities and 3CR has 12 hours of programming with Embodied Solidarities, starting at 7am.Program musicCamp Dog, King StingrayBicycle - RM
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Yarra resident Liz Honey. After sharing our bike moments we take a look at some news including; New York city's plans to impose a congestion tax is approved and a call out from the Climate Action Chronicles for anyone who loves cycling, scooting. or wheeling around Yarra to take part in filming December 3rd & 4th and showcase sustainable living and transport in Yarra. (Contact Nick Jackson nick@c31.org.au if you're keen), and an update on the Streets People Love website where you can now see elected candidates. Discussion turns to the first Council meeting of the new term and the omnibus motion on the agenda Tuesday November 26th at 6:30pm This motion contains thirty-six items of disparate nature, many of which seem to fail to undertand previous reports or council decisions. Besides the issues raised by the nature of an omnibus motion itself (many of which are covered at the Victorian Local Governance Association podcast) there are several items included which will concern residnets interested in sustainable or active transport in Yarra.Liz Honey discusses her concerns, particularly around the Elizabeth Street bike lanes and the Charlotte Street park as well as the current Coppin Street trial. As a resident who uses her bicycle to replace many local car trips she is concerned that Council might not be able to meet the demands of the changes coming for Yarra. To read details about each of the items in the motion that will affect active transport and find out how you can make a statement or question to Council check out this precis here. Note, ALL QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS TO COUNCIL MUST BE REGISTERED BY 6:30 pm MONDAY 25TH NOVEMBER.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Matt Katzen about his Strategic Cycling Corridor project, his cycling interests, planning, design, what are strategic cycling corridors, riding SCCs, principal bicycle network (PBN), potential easy wins, political will, fixing connections such as Flemington Bridge, treatments, modial filters, upgrades, Victorian Auditor-General’s Office: Developing Cycling as a Safe and Appealing Mode of Transport (2011), opening up opportunities for people to use the network, creating routes that are convenient, safe, direct and contacting local councillors and politicians to inform them of your concerns.News includes Gipps Street Elevated Ramp update, changes to social media, Critical Mass South, Friday 29 November 2024 and a potential heatwave at the end of this weekProgram musicAncedata, Bike SongKhruangbin, People EverywhereKing Stingray, Camp Dog
Faith and Val reminisce about the forty years of the Great Victorian Bike Ride, its beginnings, the changes it has seen, the communities it has built and it's future in a different format. In passing we also mention the upcoming WeRide Cycling Luminaries Awards, the O'Hea Bike Town project and Council election results.
On this weeks program Chris catches up with one of our regular guests, Dr John Symons from BikeWest, about ongoing safety issues for bicycle riders with Dynon Road, Footscray Road, the Westgate Tunnel Project and if the Victorian Government will act upon 56 recommendations contained in Legislative Assembly Economy and Infrastructure Committee: Inquiry into the impact of road safety behaviours on vulnerable road users. The final report was tabled on 1 May 2024 and to directly quote, 'The Government has six months to respond to the report from the tabling date"We discuss Brett Wallace's incident on Dynon Road, as reported by Rhiana Whitson ABC 7.30 (Cycling safety warnings ignored – until tragedy happened), Angus Collins death in February 2023, BikeWest advocates forcing the authorities to act via FOIs, ongoing WTG safety issues, a lack of safe systems in road design and the right to public life regardless if people drive a car or not.News includes 87th Melbourne Cup on Wheels, Cezary and Leo returning to naarm Melbourne after their incredible Two Birders Two Bikes journey to raise funds to build schools in Timor Leste, womens rides, Info session: Student Visas & Work Rights at Gig Workers Hub and the new WXSHP ride hub in Northcote.Program musicCamp dog, King StingrayCycling is fun, Shonen Knife
Val chats to Nik Dow on the recent councils, the birth of Streetspeoplelove and unreasonable people.
On this week program Chris talks to Charlotte George, Greens candidate for MacKillop Ward in Yarra Council. We discuss the last week of local council elections in Victoria and the importance posting your ballot by 6pm Friday October 2024. Topics include Streets People Love candidate scorecards, public accessibility, footpaths, public transport, connectivity, living in a car-obsessed society and the importance of providing alternatives from local councils.Charlotte talks about being a filmmaker, activist and local parent, her new black comedy Buried, about a terrible day of parenting with a unfortunate cyclist as a plot point, of which in a better world, wouldn't exist with more modal filters, slower speeds and protected infrastructure. She discusses safer streets, creative thinking needed in all levels of government, being involved in local community, Harrison Watts and Katie Patrick collab for a vision of Johnston Street, Hobart City Council Collins Street bike lane trial, public debates going to the outlier and finding more equable ways of transport alongside rising living costs and environmental issues.Local news includes ABC Four Corners: Australian drivers are paying billions on major Transurban-operated roads, and the costs will keep rising, Transport Integration Act 2010, Yarra Council 30km/h trial, Melbourne City Council elections, Critical Mass North this Friday 25 October riding to Northcote with a pickup point at Nicholson and Gertrude in Fitzroy, Jay's GoFundMe: Help my disabled sister Christa have an accessible cargobike.Program musicCamp dog, King StingrayThe Bike Song, Anecdata
On todays program Chris catches up with Anthony Aisenberg about the BikeSpot project that contributes valuable data that can inform future cycling infrastructure improvements across Australia. We discuss BikeSpot history, expanding nationally, the last 12 months, the collapse of Amy Gillett Foundation, BikeSpot National, NSW and Greater Bendigo reports, interactive archive, key findings, Upfield shared path, St Kilda protected lanes, changing road use, accessibility, BikeSpot as tool for evidence based research, funding arrangements and future plans. We discuss Critical Mass Sydney Road, this months 2024 Victorian Council Elections, along with the Streets People Love candidate scorecards, and local news includes Critical Mass North, 5.30pm, State Library, Friday 25 October 2024.Program musicThe Bike Song, Anecdata
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Geoff Smart from Back2Bikes including St Kilda protected lanes, council elections and his recent observations of riding in Copenhagen. Geoff talks about recent activities at Back2Bikes, volunteers, working with over fifty community partners, community pop up bike services, donating, refurbishing bikes and a recent article, Sustainability Victoria: Guide to running a bicycle repair and recyclers program. We talk about Nature-Fest on the Birrarung, free bike tune-ups at South Melbourne Market, courses, workshops, Women’s Introductory Bicycle Maintenance Classes and general tips to stop bike theft.A major challenge for Back2Bikes is finding a new home due to planned redevelopment of 525 Williamstown Road, Port Melbourne. Please get in contact with Back2Bikes if you know of a suitable location and long term leasehold.Local news includes spring has sprung, it's time for a Critical Mass! Critical Mass Sydney Road, meeting 5pm, State Library, Thursday 26th September 2024 going to Brunswick!Program musicMonkey, Bicycle SongBonobo, Flashlight
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Dr Elliot Fishman of the Institute for Sensible Transport. We share our bike moments before taking at brief look at some local news. The Amy Gillett Foundation has been resurrected with an unfortunate focus on distracting flashing lights for riders, and nominations are open for local council elections, check the Streets People Love campaign to see who is running in your area and how they stand up for active transport. Elliot was one of five researchers who worked on the AustRoads research report Prioritising Active Transport, which focuses on interventions to grow active transport and reduce incentives to use cars, and evaluates the effectiveness of various measures aimed at increasing the walking and cycling mode share. Elliot takes us through some of the key points from the comprehensive report, includinng those ingterventions which are most effective, and those that aren't. We also look at how interventions work together to be effective. To read the full report or watch the three webinars created to explore the report take a look here. We finish up with a quick reminder that the next Critical Mass ride will be on Thursday September 26th.
On this weeks program, Chris talks to Alice Humble about her families journey riding a Urban Arrow cargobike in Ballarat, Wadawurrung Country, you can follow Alice's adventures on Life on a Cargo Bike. Alice talks about being a mum and teacher, cues for deciding to buy a cargobike, keeping a daily exercise routine, having kids, starting off with a bike trailer, trying out e-cargobike options, retaining the ride to work, dealing with the school drop-off, what needs to happen to make the school zone safer, having a less stressful journey, better interactions with her children, being inspired by school streets in Paris, better parking enforcement, slower speed limits around school zones, reducing fatalities due to speed, safe cycling infrastructure for everyone, learning about cargobikes, carrying stuff, positive impact on the household budget, why can't Australian governments pivot to supporting ebikes similar to electric vehicles and new opportunities to making commutes enjoyable. Program musicMonkey, Bicycle SongTycho, Dream as memory
Faith and Val are joined in the studio on yet another epically windy morning by Mathieu Cadet of Port Phillip Bicycle User Group. We all share our bike moments, before taking a quick look at some news including an update on the La Trobe Street bike lane which appears to have re-opened and the start of Women's Health Week. After the break discussion turns to Port Phillip BUG and why they have joined the Streets People Love campaign. Streets People Love is a statewide campaign supporting and promoting the efforts of local government to create safe and pleasant streets for people to live, work, play and move in. Mathieu fills us in why it is so important that residents in Port Phillip think about the candidates they will vote for at upcoming Council elections and how he believed Streets People Love will help them to do this with respect to their support for the safe streets residnets often say they want. The recent state government report for the Port Phillip covid pop-up bike lanes showed overwhelming support for the lanes and not only an increase in ridership but a significant reduction in vehicle traffic, and yet these outcomes aren't finding support at the Council level. We finish up with a quick reminder about the next Critical Mass ride on September 26th, - heading up Sydney Road!
On todays show Chris catches up with Cezary and Leo aka Two Birders Two Bikes One School, who previously had a chat on 3CR back January 2024. They talk about starting their 15,000km journey along the east coast, combining birding and bike packing, a side quest to Tasmania, then central Australia, birding in Timor-Leste, the fight for independence, raising funds for a school, what barriers school kids face, meeting with Dulce de Jesus Soares and José Ramos-Horta, returning to Melbourne to continue their fundraising ride.Local news includes Better Streets: Streets for People: How Yarra’s 30 km/h zone can grow across Melbourne event being sold out, so hopefully it will be recorded by Streets Alive Yarra, the escooter debate across Victoria: Victorian Premier hopes council will have 'change of heart' over hire e-scooter ban, The Age: Northern mayors flag e-scooter republic in swerve to avoid Melbourne City’s ban, Critical Mass Sydney Road on 26 September and a screening of Motherload at Bargoonga Nganjin, North Fitzroy Library.Program musicThe Bike Song, AnecdataNgurra Ngampa, Tjintu Desert Band
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Yana Lim of Bite Sized Rides. We all share our bike moments before touching on some local news including; City of Melbourne candidates already eyeing off protected bike lanes just in case it garners a few votes, and Bicycle Network calling for volunteers and donations for Streets People Love, a new campaign leading in to the 2024 Council elections. Yana Lim tells us all about how and why she started Bite Sized Rides, a community for people of colour in Melbourne who share bike rides and lunches. She touches on the importance of feeling comfortable and safe and the power of community to deliver lots of firsts; first ride, first overnighter, first aurora borealis! While only a new group she has built a strong community and has plans for the coming spring and summer. Get in touch at Bite Sized Rides if you'd like to know more.
On this weeks show Chris chats to Anna from The Growing Cycle - Bicycle Gardeners in northside Naarm / Melbourne about getting started, reusing products, reducing environmental impacts, developing garden food production, using cargo bikes, people's responses, carrying tools, logistics, gaining experience about bikes from being a exchange student in Copenhagen, creating community through peoples gardens, gardening services, #carryshitolympics and having fun through gardening and riding.Local news includes a retrogressive attitude towards e-scooters in the lead up October 2024 council elections, especially statements made by Nicholas Reece and Arron Wood, onto more positive events like Streets for People: How Yarra’s 30 km/h zone can grow across Melbourne on Wednesday 28 August 2024 and a film screening of Motherload at Bargoonga Nganjin, North Fitzroy Library on Sunday 1 September 2024Program musicCycling is fun, Shonen KnifeAmulet, FakearBicycle Song, Live Fashion
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Harrison Watt about the local campaign for protected bicycle lanes on Johnston Street, Collingwood. Bicycle-themed news includes Grace Brown taking out Australia's first gold medal and a new GCN video (or is it documentary) Carspiracy - You’ll Never See The World The Same Way Again.Harrison recounts his experiences riding on Johnston Street, getting feedback, creating the change.org petition which has achieved 3,500 signatures, Johnston Street being a great east-west connector through the inner north for active transport, despite it currently being a 'stroad' with five lanes for traffic, people wanting to ride more, key findings from the recent Inquiry into the impact of road safety behaviours on vulnerable road users and his decision to stand as a candidate in the upcoming October council electionsHarrison discusses recents developments including meeting with the office of Gabrielle Williams, Minister for Public and Active transport and Victorian Department of Transport and Planning representatives and the feedback he received about it being a 'category one road' for vehicles. Despite that he remains positive about changing transport priorities and make cycling easier.Program musicThe Bike Song, AnecdataPhantom, Tycho
We're having a little winter hiatus so here's three episodes of the excellent Step Away From The Car thanks to Nicky Page and Radio AdelaideFirst up: Global Lessons Local Opportunities: the 2021 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference wrapped up with a panel of keynote speakers, sharing some key lessons around funding, partnerships and public health. Dr Meredith Glaser is Director of the Urban Cycling Institute at the University of Amsterdam, Dr Dr Helen Donovan is from the City of Adelaide and Director of Walking SA, and Fiona Campbell is Manager of Cycling Strategy at the City of Sydney. The Case for Micromobility: Jerryn Zwart from Zwart Transport Planning and Shifani Sood from WSP are two urban planners calling for smarter planning for the growing number of better micromobility vehicles. Including, but not only, e-scooters and e-bikes.Pathways to Change: Electric cars are a helpful but completely inadequate step towards reducing Australia’s carbon emissions. We need to take a step AWAY from private cars altogether. That’s the official view of the Climate Council and of the Australian Walking and Cycling Conference. Gill King specializes in faith leadership, investment & urban design. She explores some important but less mainstream strategies.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio today by Andrew Gannon, father of Ruby Roseman-Gannon, one of the Australian cyclists selected for the road racing at the Paris Olympics. First we all share our bike moments, wherein Melburn Roobaix featured, before moving on to some news. We are thrilled to announce that thanks to so many wonderful listeners we blew the fundraising goal set for us this year out of the water! 3CR asked us to raise $1400 but thanks to you we raised $2157 towards keeping 3CR on the air for another year. Thank you to everyone who donated, we really appreciate it, especially when times are tough for so many.In less thrilling news a section of the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail is out of action over three weeks. Thereare detours in place but depending on where you are coming from or trying to get to an alternative route altogether may work best for you. Find all the details about the closure in place until July 24th here. The City of Melbourne is consulting on improvements to Queensberry Street which will make it a safer and more pleasant space to move around for pedestrians and all types of riders. Check out the details here and make sure you have your say. Andrew tells us about Ruby Roseman-Gannon's development from a kid at the Brunswick Cycling Club Junior Clinic to professional cyclist with Green Edge Cycling and a role in the upcoming Olympic cycling road team. He talks about the role of the Brunswick CC club, and the community it has built, in developing athletes like Ruby and Luke Plapp. Ruby has just started the Women's Giro D'Italia and you can follow her progress there ahead of the Olympics and then the Tour de Femme.
On this weeks program Chris introduces another segment from Step Away From The Car 2.0 and discusses local news including Made Australia show at DISC (see bikes of naarm), Melburn Roobaix - Hell of the Northcote, Tour de France 2024, and some good news for a change, including Darebin Council voting for a modal filter trial on South Crescent, Northcote, and from Streets Alive Glen Eira, news about a proposed protected, on-road, bi-directional bike lane on Queens Avenue, potentially connecting the Frankston and Djerring Trails.Local news includes Have your say on City of Melbourne’s draft design plan for greener and better connected riding lanes on Queensberry Street by 5pm Thursday 8 August, bicycle repair stations finally being installed in Yarra, Micromobility Report article on Yarra Council expanded 30km/h trial, two Melbourne Moves studies, Beyond the traffic jam and Shifting Gears, Paris to Transition to Cargo Bike Delivery During and After Olympic Games, Trove cycling highlight and briefly touching upon the impact that Transurban has had on Melbourne transport priorities since 1995.Step Away from the Car: What is Equity in Transport? Turns out it’s a UN Sustainable Development Goal, and an Australian project aims to “transform planning practices towards planning for ALL people”. Project lead Dr Lisa Stafford from the University of Tasmania has the added expertise of getting around in a wheelchair.Program musicTrue Love Always, Bicycle Riderfilous feat. Klei. Bicycle
Val and Faith are joined in the stuio on a stunning winter's morning by April Drage of Curve Cycling. We share our bike moments before taking a brief look at some news including; Swanston St closure affecting bike riders, consultation on the Route 86 accessible tram stops as well as new handy bike tool stands spotted around the City of Yarra. In Radiothon news we have met our target a week early! Thanks to everyone who donated, we know its a hard time for many people to find the extra money and really appreciate that you have! Talk turns to a new Curve bikepacking party April has devised, the Dirty Valda Bikepacking Quest. April created the Dirty Valda route as a spirited ride from Melbourne to Adelaide that can provide a challenge to experienced bikepackers while also being accessible to those with less experience.Leaving Melbourne on September 7th the ride is named after the formidable Valda Unthank and covers over 1200kms and April will be running information sessions covering topics such as navigation, bush mechanics and packing in the lead up! Check the Curve Cycling Events page for updates and to find out how to take part or get in touch with April by email.
On this weeks show Chris catches up with Pierre Vairo from Bike West about the seemingly intractable issue of either communicating or providing safe, fit for purpose active transport infrastructure for western suburbs residents, especially with images from last week where Moonee Ponds Creek trail users were forced to navigate between the flooded path and creek.Local news includes The Cargo Revolution Premiere on Wednesday 10th July 2024, a documentary about cargo bikes in Melbourne, the new Grattan Street protected bike lanes in Carlton, recent European city initiatives to decrease speeds in urban areas and what you can do to support 30km/h in Yarra. (google docs link)We discuss the Westgate Tunnel closing down alternate routes, WTG Veloway, the yet unopened 'Rainbow Bridge' over the North Melbourne railyards, Angus Collins' preventative death in February 2023, the never ending saga of the Federation Trail, two recent incidents on Dynon Road, a hit run incident last week, Joseph Road Precinct Action Group advocacy and the overall callous indifference by decision makers and road users alike towards bike riders. You can contact BikeWest with your stories and also Melissa Horne, Minister for Roads and Road Safety and Gabrielle Williams, Minister for Public and Active Transport with your concernsSound on for Solidarity: and repeating again it's 3CR radiothon time, since 2008 Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has broadcast on 3CR in naarm Melbourne, shared hundreds of bike moments, spoken to countless guests, interviews, rides, cycling events, alongside raising awareness about campaigns and advocacy you simply won't hear anywhere else in mainstream mediaYou can donate right here!
On this weeks radiothon program Steve, Val and Chris are in the studio, first up Val starts with a Tony Staley quote then moving on to our bike moments.News and events include New York reneging on congestion pricing, Bite Sized Rides: Road Safety 101, Route 86 Tram stop consultation now live, Wondercross Social Gravel Ride on Friday 14 June, Curve Cycling rides, also check our site for more ride/route ideas, Rob Arnolds Ride Media article: Man struck by car while riding and Val's annual Mulga Bill's Bicycle orationSince 2008 Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has broadcast on 3CR in naarm Melbourne, shared hundreds of bike moments, spoken to countless guests, interviews, rides, cycling events, alongside raising awareness about campaigns and advocacy you simply won't hear anywhere else in mainstream mediaYou can donate right here!
On this weeks program we have a very short intro due to Chris losing her voice, but never fear, let's kick off Radiothon time at 3CR and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio needs your support!Celebrate everything you love about riding your bike and supporting active transport by making a donation by 30 June 2024. No donation is too small, like most of the best things in life, small efforts add up to radical changes! All donations over $2 are tax deductible Since 2008 Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has broadcast on 3CR in naarm Melbourne, shared hundreds of bike moments, spoken to countless guests, interviews, rides, cycling events, alongside raising awareness about campaigns and advocacy you simply won't hear anywhere else in mainstream mediaDonate right here!Thank you to Nicky Page from Radio Adelaide for the Step Away from the Car seriesKidical Mass: Children want to ride bikes to get around independently. All the research confirms this, and it is the driving goal of a growing movement called Kidical Mass. It’s being nurtured in Adelaide by a parents group called Middleground Motherhood. Their logic and their strategy are first class and Sarah Cleggett is the founder. Are Bikeways the way to go?: Commuter cyclists love long bikeways, but NOT when they are shared with pedestrians, strollers and dogs on leads. James Laing leads Australian cycle planning at Stantec and has some of the answers to this important urban planning dilemma. Program music: Let's take a ride, The Hip AbductionWhite Bicycle, Wendy Jack
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Andy White of Fyxo fame. After reminiscing a bit about the old days, talk turns to the final weekend in June, traditionally Melburn Roobaix weekend. Andy talks about the first ever Melburn Roobaix, the way the event has evolved and the amazing community of people it brings together every year while Val and Faith reminiscence about Roobaixs, a nd costumes, they have enjoyed in the past. (And if you're inspired by Andy's suggestion of a Mad Max theme then check out this recipe for a DIY rust look bike frame)This year Roobaix weekend has grown to a Weekend of Wheels and kicks off on the Friday with Made.Australia. The Australian debut of the Made handmade bike show featuring over fifty exhibitors at DISC in Darebin is paired with the Bicycles Roadshow, an opportunity to drag your special bike out of the closet and bring it into the light. Tune in to hear all about Andy's Weekend of Wheels and don't forget, the 3CR Radiothon kicks off in June and we need your donations to help keep the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air for another year. You can make a tax deductible donation here (Make sure you choose Yarra BUG Radio Show from the dropdown)
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Ruth Jelley from Streets Alive Darebin about the upcoming Victorian council elections in 2024, their council budget submission, why have local road & traffic issues become so polarised, whatever happened to Darebin Councils Streets for People project, how improving active transport creates safer environments for all street users, improvements for active transport in Paris, how to contact Darebin councillors to demand sufficient funding for active transport projects north of Bell Street, balance budget funding equally between roads and footpath maintenance and improve funding for Your Streets Your Say.News includes BikeWests upcoming campaign to highlight remaining safety issues on Dynon/Hopkins Street corridor in Footscray, Port Phillip BUG: Inkerman St safety corridor update: Council prioritises car parking over a safe bike lane and next month it's time to support YarraBUG Radio during 3CR Radiothon!Program musicTrue Love Always, Bicycle Riderfilous feat. Klei. Bicycle
Faith and Val are joined in the studio on a glorious autumn monring by Alsion McCormack, CEO of Bicycle Network. We all share our bike moments before taking a look at some recent news including: Bicycle Network's changed position on Australia helmet laws, a Moonee BUG campaign to improve the movement of riders and pedestrians at Flemington Station and the last chance to speak at the City of Port Phillip meeting in support of the Inkerman Street protected bike lanes. Alison fills us in on the campaign Bicycle Network are running to advocate for better support for people wanting to buy e-bikes from all three tiers of government. The campaign was launched last month with an eBike Expo that saw hundreds of people testing out ebikes of all shapes and sizes. Ebikes have the capacity to transform how people move around, all while providing cost-of-living relief, significant health benefits and improving road safety and congestion. We talk about some of the subsidies that already exist in Australia and how listeners can get involved. You can also download a booklet with all the facts and figures here. Radiothon is coming up and we need to raise funds to help keep 3CR Radical Radio on the air! Every little bit helps so if you can make a donation to help keep weekly cycling stories on the. airwaves pleade do! It's easy, check it out here. (And be sure to type "Yarra BUG Radio Show" at the prompt for which programme you want to support)
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Cate Hall from Safer Walking and Riding for Murray Road (SWARM) about their campaigns recent activities, including extensive media coverage (Herald Sun: The busy Melbourne road students fear, The Age: It’s one of the most notorious roads in Melbourne. Fixing it is a ‘matter of life and death’, residents say, ABC Victoria: Speed review among recommendations to make Victorian roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists) in the light of the tabling of the Legislative Assembly Economy and Infrastructure Committee: Inquiry into the impact of road safety behaviours on vulnerable road usersTopics include the inquiries 61 findings and 56 recommendations, Drivers need to change to protect most vulnerable, Victorian Cycling Strategy 2019-2028 having no action plan (!), increasing infrastructure in London and Paris boosting cycling participation and micromobility. Local news includes Jetnikoff Bicycle Co. Garage Sale, Yarra 30kmh speed zones, Brunswick Tool Library looking for a volunteer bike repairers, and Streets Alive Darebin meet up.Program musicTrue Love Always, Bicycle RiderBonobo, Flashlightfilous feat. Klei. Bicycle
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Andrew Talati of Bunchrides and we all share our bike moments before briefly looking. at City of Melbourne news on bike lanes. Andrew, whose Bunchrides platform ran Neighbourly Rides in the past, explains how it can now be used to help communities around schools run bike busses. We talk about what a bike bus is, examples elsewhere like the bicibus in Barcelona and Canberra's Bike Bus, and the issues that need to be addressed to give families and volunteers the confidence to run or use a bike bus to their local school or other community detsination. With two local Council's interested Andrew is looking forward to facilitating bike busses across Melbourne. If your school or your local Council might be interetesed in finding out more you can get in touch with Andrew at andrew@bunchrides.com
On this weeks program Chris chats to Rik Isaksen about his journey around the cycling universe and his Battery Acid Sound System project. We chat about grassroots events, Bike Rave Melbourne, bike sound systems, audio tech, bike trailers, Dom Whiting, Carry Shit Olympics and getting started either carrying stuff and cargobikes (facebook: Melbourne Cargobikes, Cargobikes Australia)Local news includes Australia's biggest city has a car problem. What should Melbourne do to fix it? that overlooks active transport provision and potential, Future Melbourne (City of Melbourne) meeting, that includes Cycling and Micromobility Infrastructure Program (Item 6.3) on the agenda, where you can make a written submission or register to attend. Please do so by Tuesday 10am 23 April 2024 at the previous link.And not forgetting Critical Mass CBD ride this Friday 26 April 2024, meet 5.30pm for 6pm start, highlighting the good (seperated bike lanes) and bad (still to be built seperated bike lanes) cycling infrastructureProgram musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funAutechre, Bike
Faith and Val are joined in the studio today by Nick Richardson, from Banksia Gardens Community Services to tell us all about Broady Bikes. First we all share our bike moments. and Val's leads us nicely into our first item of news about the very succesful E-bike Expo held by Bicycle Network last week.We also mention the three consultations in Merri-bek at the moment, of interest to anyone who lives, works or plays and rides through there; Harding St Bridge, O'Hea St Bike Lane Extension and Victoria Streets For People Brunswick. Make sure you take a look!Coming up this weekend is a day for focussing on active transport in Moonee Valley Walk.Ride.Moonee Valley hosted by Moonee BUG and Moonee Valley Sustainability.Featuring:+ Towards Better Streets - panel and Q&A+ Info on infrastructure for cycling and walking+ Bike repairs advice+ Explore e-bikes and cargo bikes+ Join Moonee BUG for a group rideMeet your neighbours and people from Better Streets campaign, Streets Alive, your local Bicycle Users Group (MooneeBUG), local businesses and MVS’s Active Transport Collective.Nick tells us all about the Broady Bikes initiative at Banksia Gardens, set up to give disadvantaged youth an opportunity to practice the sorts of skills that enable holding down a job while learning how to work on and fix bicycles. Providing broader as well as mechanical skills the program also provides engagement with education services and the wider community. Repaired bicycles are sold or provided to people in the local community that can use them. If you have a good quality bicycle to donate then please contact Nick on 0418436269 or at nick@banksiagardens.org.au. Unoftunately, many cheaper bicycles from stores such as KMART etc cannot be repaired and are not suitable for donation.
On this weeks program Chris and Steve have a wide ranging chat with topics including Jeremy Vine's extraordinarily obvious April Fools day joke, the ridiculous over the top reaction, combined with differences between UK and France about active transport provision, (Guardian: Why has the ‘15-minute city’ taken off in Paris but become a controversial idea in the UK?) that being hostile 'culture wars' vs. a reasonable level of discussion, City Nerd: Cities Where People Travel the "Wrong Way" to Work, 15 minute cities, 20 minute neighbourhoods, what's happened in post Covid19 civil society and what this means for advocates and anyone else wanting safer streets. Local news includes E-scooter trial extended across Victoria, Walk Ride Moonee Valley meeting on 20 April, Protected bike lanes for Johnston Street petition hitting 2000 signatures and Critical Mass CBD ride coming up on Friday 26 April Program musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funBonobo, Linked
On this week show Chris chats with Ruth Jelley and Paul Baker about making things better by getting involved with local advocacy.First interview (3.04 mark) Ruth discusses South Crescent issues after a Streets Alive Darebin ride held on Saturday 23 March 2024.Second interview: (6.40 mark) Paul Baker chats about his pathway from starting off riding BMX as a kid, commuting, workplace bicycle user groups, the June 2022 'halt' of the roll out of protected cycling lanes in Melbourne, organising #comerailtrailwithme bike trail rides and getting elected to the Bicycle Network board. Follow Paul and his adventures on Melbourne Bike Paths, instagram and stravaLocal news includes Critical Mass March ride supporting Port Phillip BUG, Inkerman Street consultation, the Border Run and Bicycle Network discussion session on Wednesday 3 April for people interested in local council elections (Council elections an opportunity for better bike municipalities)Program musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funGunnar Olsen, Pedal onJohn Butler Trio, Oceanfilous feat. Klei. Bicycle
Faith and Val are joined in the studio on a warm autumn morning by Liz Fowler and Edmund West from Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club. We all share our bike moments before taking a look at some upcoming events including Critical Mass on Friday March 22nd (heading Southside with Port Phillip BUG) and a Bicycle Network event for those interested in what they can to support active transport during the upcoming Council elections. The Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club has been celebfrated its fiftieth year and Liz and Ed talk about the community that the club has built over the decades, the rides they've shared and the future of the club. We talk about the joys of bike touring, how a club like MBTC helps to make it accessible to more people and the diversity of people, and bikes, that enjoy their tours and day trips. You can find out more about the MBTC and their rides from their website. Rides are advertised and shared on Meet Up.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Cr Sophie Wade from Yarra City Council and Julian O'Shea. Cr Sophie Wade talks about recent improvements in Yarra including 30km/h speed zones, Transport Action Plan 2023-2033, and Notice of Motion No. 5 of 2024 - Dangers of oversized vehicles (see page 61 of council meeting agenda) taking a cue from parking changes in Paris, which is the first of its kind in Australia. (The Age: Council could slug ‘truckzillas’, utes and SUVs with higher parking fees, 9 March 2024)Julian O'Shea talks about his upcoming Comedy Festival show, M is for Melbourne at DoubleTree by Hilton and his interesting honesty-based ticket prices around how you arrive at the show (ranging from $28.63 to $155.01), his Guinness World Record Attempt, transport design issues, BikeSpot project, City of Melbourne Future Streets Framework and a cheeky discount code for riders listening to this podcast.Program music:Shonen Knife, Cycling is funBonobo, Linked
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Nick Tyrell of Revitalise Sydney Road. We take a look at the complex situation on Sydney Road, the many roles it plays and the ways in which those roles have changed over the years. Addressing those changes is critical to ensuring Sydney Road remains a vibrant local shopping strip and Nick discusses some of the research and data about how people actually use Sydney Road and some of the options available to mitigate the impacts of prioirtizing its role as an arterial over others. You can follow Revitalise Sydney Road on Facebook here.
On todays program we take a audio journey, riding out west on Friday 23 February 2024, with Critical Mass, Bike West, Kidical Mass Melbourne, Joseph Road Precinct Action Group, Snuff Puppets, Extinction Rebellion and over two hundred of their best friends to demand safer pedestrian and cycling environment in Melbournes western suburbs after decades of neglect, under funding and industrial areas now becoming residental, demanding the Franco Cozzo Link be built and good news with in principal support from Maribyrnong Council and VicRoads to lower the speed limit on Hopkins Road, Footscray.Thank you to Freya Clough Good for recording the audio (and excellent vibes), interviews include numerous Critical Mass participants pre and post ride, Pierre Vairo, Joseph Road Precinct Action Group, Kim from XR Victoria, David Ettershank, Dr Tim Read and Cr Bernadette Thomas.Program musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funTycho, Montana
Val and Nic Dow [Melbourne BUG] talk to the changes to the wards and voting system that will come into force at the council elections coming up in October this year.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Davis Clayton from the Gig Workers Hub currently based at Micro-labs, 227-229 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Davis talks about being a food delivery worker, how the Gig Workers Hub was created, outreach, facilities avaliable for delivery workers, the recent rise of the gig economy, how apps, literally running on autopilot, control how people work and pitfalls like hours of unpaid downtime, examples like Milkrun for living wage, recent developments like Closing Loopholes Act included in FairWork, Transport Workers Union delivery workers campaigns, despite being opposed to City of Melbourne protected cycle lanes. Please support their current GoFundMe fundraiser: Keep gig workers employed at the Gig Workers' Hub to help the hub move to a new location.Local news includes the first Critical Mass for 2024, travelling to Footscray Road on Friday 23 February, organised by BikeWest, Kidical Mass Melbourne and Joseph Road Precinct Action Group, meeting 5.30pm at the State Library on Swanston"Cyclists of the west have put up with a lot of unsafe crap over the past year due to the construction of the West Gate “Tunnel”. We are gonna take out some of our frustration by massing up and heading down Footscray or Dynon Road"
Val chats to Jed Soutar from Freedom Solutions about transforming lives through customising bikes, wheelchairs and trikes to solve mobility needs.https://freedomwheels.org.au/
On this weeks program Chris interviews Cezary Carmichael and Leo Norman from Fitzroy, naarm Melbourne, who are Two Birders Two Bikes One School, about their planned year long journey riding 20,000km around Australia, fundraising a school in Timor-Leste and documenting the unique cultural and ecological importance of birds in Australia and hopefully spotting at least 700 species.While taking a short break on Mt Glorious near meanjin Brisbane, Cezary and Leo discuss how their got started, taking up birding during covid-19 lockdowns as a way of reconnecting, seeing rare birds and their goals for the trip.Local news includes Glen Eira Council Queens Avenue cycling corridor, last days to make your mark on BikeSpot, Bite Sized Rides, Streets Alive Darebin on whats happening in South Crescent, Northcote, CargoBikes: A Game Changer (Sat 3 Feb 2024) plus a screening of Motherload and Co-Designing Our Streets (Sun 18 Feb 2024) as part of the 2024 National Sustainability Festival.Program musicCycling Is Fun – Shonen KnifeAmerica, A horse with no namefilous, Bicycle feat. klei
Val and Faith are back in the studio for 2024 and kick things off with a catch up on some of the local news over the summer break.We start by sharing our bike moments and for both of us they seem to resolve around red traffic lights and those magic moments when they turn green! Over the weekend a solidarity ride for the Gaza Sunbirds was organised by An Other Collective in Melbourne and Sydney as part of a world wide show of support. You can find out more about the Gaza Sunbirds at their website and donate to support their actions in Gaza providing aid.Darebin Council is holding a special meeting on Monday to consider a recision motion on some safety improvements for Soth Crescent and Newcastle Streets in Darebin. Take a look at the Streets Alive Darebin page for all the background on this and updated information on the original motion and the recision motion. Southside, in Glen Eira, the LXRP are planning to remove 100+ mature trees to build a protected bike lane. On a wide street with plenty os space for pedestrians, parking, moving vehicles, and protected bike lanes it seems incredible that these trees can't be saved. Especially when they are so important to those using active transport modes. You can read more on Glen Eira BUG's Facebook page. And who. could have missed it, but just in case you did, the Walmer Street bridge has re-opened! It has been a sage and much of that saga well documented by Yarra BUG Radio but the bridge is finally done! For now. In bad news, the Footscray Road shared path is now indefinietly closed due to the state government's inability to safely manage truck traffic. What do they do in the rest of the world we wonder? It's a mystery. And from the United States, the War on Cars dive into the horrendous increase in pedestrian fatalities and the uptake of SUVs. Two dates to put in your diary for 2024 have already been anounced: Feburary 25th will see a welcome summer edition of the World Naked Bike Ride in Melbourne and Sunday June 30th is set for the next Melburn Roobaix.
This weeks program is the third of three Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio summer specials that recorded the E-bike Q & A by Darebin Loves Bikes held on 3 December 2023 at Preston Library.The E-bike Q & A by Darebin Loves Bikes summer special over the next three weeks on 3CR is for anyone tempted to delve into e-bikes but unsure where to begin. Expert panellists and local e-bike riders answer questions, you can gain insights into the affordability of e-bikes, listen to various options for carrying kids, shopping, and pets, and even learn about the possibility of converting your existing bike. Find out how to charge an e-bike effectively and discover just how far you can go on a single charge and more. PanellistsThijs van der Heijden, Sparque, Technical advisor, best e-bike for you, e-bike models, leases, test riding, road rules, charging, security,Nell Sudano, Consultant, Technical advisor, e-bike conversions, affordable e-bikes, getting into riding, everyday bike skills, charging , road rules, security,Jack Comte, 99 Bikes Preston, Technical advisor, best e-bike for you, e-bike models, charging, security,Mike McEvoy and Deanne Jones, Reservoir riders and climate activists, riding with families, commuter riding, personal climate action Questions & Answers + time points:3:55, E-bike maintenance, hub drive, mid drive, how can you prevent theft?9:50, Is it cheating? Will I lose fitness if I’m currently using a manual bike?15:45, Questions about purchasing or renting a e-bike, what should people know, e-bike and general bike law questions23:00, Public questions, heat, weather impact on batteries, closing commentsThank you to Heidi Marfurt, Katy Daily, Kira Whitaker, Cr Susan Rennie, Christine Banks, Ian Singleton, Ed Smart, Sam Black, Darebin Libraries and Darebin Council Program musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funTycho, Dive
This weeks program is the second of three Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio summer specials that recorded the E-bike Q & A by Darebin Loves Bikes held on 3 December 2023 at Preston Library.The E-bike Q & A by Darebin Loves Bikes summer special over the next three weeks on 3CR is for anyone tempted to delve into e-bikes but unsure where to begin. Expert panellists and local e-bike riders answer questions, you can gain insights into the affordability of e-bikes, listen to various options for carrying kids, shopping, and pets, and even learn about the possibility of converting your existing bike. Find out how to charge an e-bike effectively and discover just how far you can go on a single charge and more. PanellistsThijs van der Heijden, Sparque, Technical advisor, best e-bike for you, e-bike models, leases, test riding, road rules, charging, security,Nell Sudano, Consultant, Technical advisor, e-bike conversions, affordable e-bikes, getting into riding, everyday bike skills, charging , road rules, security,Jack Comte, 99 Bikes Preston, Technical advisor, best e-bike for you, e-bike models, charging, security,Mike McEvoy and Deanne Jones, Reservoir riders and climate activists, riding with families, commuter riding, personal climate action Questions & Answers + time points:2:56, Lots of questions about batteries, charging, percentage, tips, battery life state9:56, Battery discharge when bike not in use, multiple batteries, different modes, battery modes, battery health, charge cycles17:20, Battery performance, lifespan, battery replacement23:20, Cargobikes, e-cargo bikes, types of ebikes, carrying shopping, kids, shopping and more Thank you to Heidi Marfurt, Katy Daily, Kira Whitaker, Cr Susan Rennie, Christine Banks, Ian Singleton, Ed Smart, Sam Black, Darebin Libraries and Darebin Council Program musicSleepy Dreamers, Bike SongTycho, Alright
This weeks program is the first of three Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio summer specials that recorded the E-bike Q & A by Darebin Loves Bikes held on 3 December 2023 at Preston Library.The E-bike Q & A by Darebin Loves Bikes summer special over the next three weeks on 3CR is for anyone tempted to delve into e-bikes but unsure where to begin. Expert panellists and local e-bike riders answer questions, you can gain insights into the affordability of e-bikes, listen to various options for carrying kids, shopping, and pets, and even learn about the possibility of converting your existing bike. Find out how to charge an e-bike effectively and discover just how far you can go on a single charge and more. PanellistsThijs van der Heijden, Sparque, Technical advisor, best e-bike for you, e-bike models, leases, test riding, road rules, charging, security,Nell Sudano, Consultant, Technical advisor, e-bike conversions, affordable e-bikes, getting into riding, everyday bike skills, charging , road rules, security,Jack Comte, 99 Bikes Preston, Technical advisor, best e-bike for you, e-bike models, charging, security,Mike McEvoy and Deanne Jones, Reservoir riders and climate activists, riding with families, commuter riding, personal climate action Questions & Answers + time points:4:15, Start4:45, Introduction and Welcome to Country7:18, Introduction to panellists15:18, I heard there are two types of e-bike: pedal assist and those that use a throttle. Can you explain the difference? 17:00, What can I expect to spend on buying, leasing or converting a bike?17:50, How easy, safe and cost-effective is it to convert your current bike?21:20, Leasing and renting options23:50, What about ongoing costs Thank you to Heidi Marfurt, Katy Daily, Kira Whitaker, Cr Susan Rennie, Christine Banks, Ian Singleton, Ed Smart, Sam Black, Darebin Libraries and Darebin Council Program musicShonen Knife, Cycling is funTycho, Dive
In this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show Val and Faith take a look at some of the projects currently open for conultation that provide opportunities for active transport and in particular, safer cycling. Six draft plans for railway station precincts in the eastern phase of the Suburban Rail Loop project have been released, with active transport integration and planning for networks within 1.6kms of the stations being included. You can read more about it at Bicycle Network as well as find the link for giving feedback. The stations included are Cheltenham, Clayton, Monash, Glen Waverley, Burwood and Box Hill.Chapel Street, Stonnington consultation is ongoing with feedback sought from those who live, work or visit Chapel Street. You can have your say on ideas so far and help inform transformation projects now and into the future.The federal government is seeking views on the decarbonisation of all modes of transport , including freight and supply chains, active transport planning, and supporting infrastructure. We know bicycles and cargo bicycles can play a big part here so make sure you have your say on the Transport and Infrastructure Net Zero Roadmap and Action Plan. We also take a look at the Merri-bek Draft Transport Strategy which is out now for comnultation. Take a look and have your say before December 24th if you live, work or travel through Merri-bek. Coming up for those who like to leave the house once in a while; a Streets Alive Darebin meet up for anyone interested in thriving sociable streets that support all modes of movement will be held at the Wesley Anne Beer Garden on Thursday 14th December at 6:30pm. Merri-bek BUG will be offering FREE bike checks, and selling awesome totes together with Brunswick Tool Library at stall B28 & B29 at Coburg Night Market on Friday december 15th from 5:30pm onwards. That's it from us for 2023, Chris will be in the studio next week and we'll see you in the New year on January 8th!
On this weeks program Chris catches up with David Blom from Metro East Bicycle Users Group about what's happening out east, including Box Hill ‘ghost platform’ touted as underground cycling highway, works done on Hawthorn to Box Hill Cycle Trail as part of Level Crossing Removal project, Healesville Freeway Reserve, Syndal to Heatherdale Pipeline, fixing gaps across Melbourne's extensive off road trail network and how people can get involved.Local news includes last weekends Darebin Love E-bikes forum as a 3CR summer special and news from Port Phillip Bicycle Users Group that safe bikes lanes on Inkerman Street need your support, please make your feedback by 7 DecemberProgram musicBike Song, Sleepy DreamersSilver Machine, HawkwindThe Pogues, The Sick Bed of Cuchulainn
Faith and Val are joined by Adam Lana of Good Cycles in the studio today to talk about Good Cycles first ten years and what's to be expected in the next ten. First we all share our bike moments before taking a look at some news including: Yarra Councillors endorsing an expansion of the 30 km/hr speed limit trial to all streets in Fitzroy and Collingwood, excluding Johnston Street, subject to State Government approval and funding. And Merri-bek Council rolling out 40km/h speed limits on all local roads across the city, planned since 2010. Adam tells us how Good Cycles has changed since it's creation in 2013, the challenges in finding programs that honour the 'good' at the heart of the organisation while ensuring the NFP's ongoing success and the rewards in working to empower people, especially younger people, to find their place in the world.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Anthony Aisenberg about the BikeSpot project, it's origins, why it's worthwhile to map data, receiving feedback about unsafe locations, crashstats, community input, previous projects in 2016 and 2020, improving active transport infrastructure, receiving 20,000 submissions since BikeSpot opened and how to make your feedback about any location on the mapLocal news includes following up from last fortnights chat with Harrison Watt about protected kerbside lanes for Johnston Street with Critical Mass Johnston Street + CM 28th Birthday Ride, 5.30pm Friday 24 November, State Library, naarm, Melbourne, Yarra Council voting for 30km/h speed limit in Fitzroy and Collingwood, Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police badly framed comments regarding Yarra's decision and E-bike Q & A - Darebin Loves Bikes, at Preston Library, 1pm - 2:30pm, Sunday 3 December 2023.Program musicCycling Is Fun – Shonen Knifefilous: Bicycle feat. klei
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Tia Evans of Framework Designs. We all share our bike moments before moving on to talk about Tia's business Framework Designs, making handcrafted cycling bags for both commuting and bikepacking. After five years growing her business Tia has just moved to a new wharehouse in Fairfield and enjoys one of the most pictureqque commutes possible in the middle of a big city. Tia is also hosting the new Radical Adevnture Riders Australia Gear Library at her wharehouse. The RAR Australia Gear Library aims to address the inaccessibility of bikepacking amongst BIPOC, women, queer, trans, and nonbinary riders. If you have bikepacking gear you can donate check the guide for whats needed, what can't be donated and how and where to drop off your donation. And while we didn't have time to mention it live on air, don't forget that the next Critical Mass is coming up on Friday November 24th and will highlight the need for protected bike lanes on Johnstone Street (as well as celebrating twenty-eight years of Critical Mass in Melbourne) . You can sign the petition for protected bike lanes on Johnstone Street here: Protected Bike Lanes for Johnstone Street.
On this week program Chris talks to Harrison Watt about the community campaign to get protected kerbside lanes build on Johnson Street from Kew to Carlton, signing the change.org petition and following the campaign on instagramNews includes the perennial question of when will all levels of government deal with road violence, possible slow down in infrastructure investment and spending, benefits of active transport investment, getting involved in local politics, Critical Mass North and the new national BikeSpot project which has received 15000 submissions since it opened for feedbackProgram musicBike Song - Sleepy DreamersAlright - TychoBicycle - filous feat. klei
Val and Faith are joined in the studio today by Tommy Quick who has just finished cycling the four most extreme points of Australia. We all share our bike moments, and as you might expect, Tommy's was a bit more epic than the rest! We take a look at some news, including a report in The Guardian over the weekend detailing how Australia's road toll has risen over the past twelve months, particulalry for those on bikes. Followed by the City of Yarra's consultation on Wellington Street, make sure you have your say!We also catch up on the Critical Mass North held on last Friday which saw over 200 people riding to raise awareness for safer infrstcructure for cyclists in Darebin and Yarra. Check out some of the highlights at this thread. Tommy tells us the inspiration behind his challenge to ride to the four most extreme points of Australia, after he suffered a stroke at twelve years old. Discovering that staying active helped him manage the challenges he faced physically and mentally, he set himself the goal of walking the Kokoda Trail before investing in a tricycle and looking for his next challenge. Cycling over 9000kms on his recumbent tricycle Tommy's challenge was made even more difficult after he was hit by a car in 2021 and needed extensive rehabilitation to carry on his journey. So far he has raised over $100,000.00 to raise awareness of young stroke for the Stroke Foundation but you still have time to make a donation yourself! As usual we run out of time far too soon! You can follow Tommy's journey at the4points.org and find all of his social media links there too. Heads up: Tommy is hosting a fundraiser in Moonee Ponds on MOvember 11th. All the details here.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Sally and Ruth from Streets Alive Darebin about Critical Mass North: Spooky Edition that calls upon Darebin Council and the Victorian Government to invest in safe separate bike lanes along High Street and re-instate the Streets for People investment program. Read more at Critical Mass North: Spooky Edition - Media releaseNews includes active transport on the agenda at three councils, Maribyrnong Council disappointingly reversing their previous decision on Summerhill Road, asking Port Phillip Council to build protected lanes on Inkerman Street and four items addressed active transport and safety issues at Merri-bek Council. And finally, BikeSpot is open again in 2023 for your feedback to make our streets safer for all
Val and Faith make it to the studio, riding through at least three seasons to get to the station this morning. After sharing our bike moments, we take a look at some local news including; Tommy Quick is due to finish his epic 4points ride after riding over 9000kms to the four points of Australia to raise awareness and funding about young stroke. Tommy will be riding into Footscray on Sunday October 22nd. And Ride to Work Day is coming up again on Wednesday October 18th. You can check out Bicycle Network's activities here or check with your local council and bike shops for what's happening in your neighbourhood. We also take a look at the news that Australian Standards are revising the standards for car parking spaces to accomodate the ever larger cars that people are buying. We take a look at two new-ish books. The first, Inclusive Transportation by Veronica Davies is sub-titled A manifesto for repairing divided communities and looks at the inequities inherent in the way transport planners of the past have carried out their work and how these can be addressed into the future. If you'd like to find out more about it you can listen to an interview with the author here. The second book, Traffication. How cars destroy nature and what we can do about it is by Paul Donald and examines the impact of cars on the natural world around us. Described as "doing for road traffic what Silent Spring did for agrochemicals " Traffication examines the pervasivness with which roads impact wildflife in subtle and unpredicatble ways. You can also listen to an interview on The War on Cars with the author here. We finish the show with a reminder that Critical Mass goes North on Friday October 27th! Full details here.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Jonathan O'Brien from YIMBY Melbourne about why the group was created, how property affordability and location directly influences peoples transport options, minimum parking requirements, solutions to solve intense debates at council level about building protected lanes, creating safer streets for changing types of micromobility users, housing affordability and the launch of Melbourne's Missing Middle Report.Local news includes Build kerbside protected bike lanes on Johnston St from Kew to Carlton petition to be tabled at Yarra Council and Critical Mass North riding through Yarra and Darebin on Friday 27 October for safer streets.
Val has a too short chat with Keith Dunston's grandson Jack on Keith's life and his contribution to bicycling and activism in Melbourne, Bicycle Network, being one of his noted achievements that has stood the test of timehttps://keithdunstan.org
On this weeks program Chris chats to Bailey Underwood and Nicky Page about the upcoming Australian Walking and Cycling Conference and Step Away From the Car series that will explore the many pathways to create change in Australian transport.Local news includes Road-safety experts push for 30km/h speed limit to save lives, Change.org petition: Build kerbside protected bike lanes on Johnston St from Kew to Carlton!, Merri-bek Council vote on Kent Road protected lane to be revisited in October, Bike West organising a Kidical Mass to Maribynong Council meeting for protected lanes on Summerhill Road, September Critical Mass to protest for safe infrastructure on Footscray Road starting at 5.30pm State Library, Thursday 28 September and updates on Gipps Street Ramp works and the southern and northern land bridges connecting Walmer Street across the Yarra.Program music Bike Song - Sleepy DreamersCloud Generator - TychoLinked - Bonobo
On this weeks program Chris chats to Elyse Cunningham about Transport Equity Week from 17 to 23 September 2023. Elyse talks about her role at Friends of the Earth Sustainable Cities collective, the backstory how Transport Equity Week got started, Better Buses Campaign, social equity in marginised communities, how Australia is backward on too many transport issues, upcoming actions for the week across Australia and how you can get involved. Follow Transport Equity on instagram and you can listen to Elyse on Dirt RadioLocal news includes a unpleasant surprise for western suburbs riders with Footscray Road bike lane closure, Kent Road protected lanes in Pascoe Vale (also see Merri-bek Council agenda 13 September 2023) and Critical Mass North heading towards Darebin on 27 October 2023Program musicCycling Is Fun – Shonen KnifeCycling - Sonia Killmannfilous: Bicycle feat. klei
After a spoken word introduction, Val and Faith discuss the rising pollen count, spring warmth, bicycle moments, Walmer Street Bridge works, drop in cycling rates, The Age: The congestion-busting change that would transform school pick-ups and urban cycling issues.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Cate Hall from Safer Murray Road about creating a safer, more inclusive shared environment for a narrow shared path on Murray Road, Coburg that's heavily used by students and residents. Cate discusses designing surveys, working with residents, councils, VicRoads and local MPs about getting a better outcome for a particularly dangerous area. Follow Safer Murray Road on facebook, twitter and instagramLocal news includes Unofficial official opening of the St Kilda Road bicycle/mobility lanes, The Age: There’s a key to getting more people on bikes – but motorists hate it, Faiths letter in swift response via The Age letters 'The benefits of bikes', Friends of the Earth Transport Equity Week (17-23 September) and ensuring how you get to the train station is included in the 'Car Parks for Commuters' survey - fill in that text box!
On this weeks program Chris talks to Julian O'Shea, creator of educational videos about design, cities and interesting places, about recent media articles related to pick up trucks aka truckzillas on Australian streets. You can watch Julian on youtube, tiktok, insta and the platform formerly known as twitterOur discussion includes lower speed limits, use of public space, cities like Paris taking action, driver distraction, vehicle design and making your voice heard, especially with City of Melbourne - Future Streets Framework 2030Local news includes keep an eye out for debris and punctures in the Welllington Street bike lanes in Collingwood, call out for action to support Kerferd Road cycling infrastructure at Port Phillip Council meeting on Wednesday 16 August, come along to the Community opening of the St Kilda Road bike lanes on 11am Sunday 27th August next to M-pavilion, opposite the National Gallery of Victoria and the public hearings of the Legislative Assembly Economy and Infrastructure Committee: Inquiry into the impact of road safety behaviours on vulnerable road usersProgram musicCycling Is Fun – Shonen KnifeTycho - Time to run
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by this week's studio guest, John Symons of Bike West. We all share our bike moments and in the process cover cover the return of the swoopy boys of spring, punt rides under the Westgate Bridge and the joy of getting young triplets on bikes.In news we briefly mention the Merri-bek Transport Startegy currently up for consultation. You can read all about it at the link and if you live, work or play in Merri-bek take part in the survey. Conversation turns to the Parliamentary Inquiry into the Imapact of Road Safety Behaviours on Vulnerable Road Users that is currently underway in Victoria. With 288 submissions the Inquiry's Public Hearings commence this week with two sessions; one at Parliament House on Tuesday August 8th and one in Merri-bek on Wednesday August 9th. (Click on each link to see a list of organisations and people attending) All sessions are open to the public and will be streamed live so keep an eye on this link for details.John talks about Bike West's submission, why they thought it was important to take part in the Inquiry, problems they have identified with Victoria's stance on road safety and ultimately what he hopes might result fromthe Inquiry. You can read the terms of reference for the inquiry here.
On this weeks program Chris chats to David Margetts about changing his career to becoming an actor, kicking off with the bike lane guy character for Let's Ride Melbourne, his observations about Melbourne riding conditions, a little bit about the so-called 'pause' to Melbourne Council infrastructure program in June 2022 and overall efforts towards making cycling more safer and fun.Local news includes Safer Walking and Riding for Murray Road Community Survey, Yarra Council Road Safety Study in Alphington, Micromobility Report: Tasmania Leads Australia in E-bike Purchasing Incentives, Gipps Street steps are no more and new speed limits for Brunswick Street and St Georges Road, Fitzroy North after community pressure.Program musicSleepy Dreamers: Bike SongBonobo: Cirrusfilous: Bicycle feat. klei
On this weeks show Chris talk to Kieran McMahon from Brainwave Bikes / Brainwave Australia about keeping bikes out of waste stream, donating to charities, skills training, upcoming pop up events and Monash and Melb Uni, supporting affordable transport options, supplying moderately priced bikes with lights, helmets and locks, his previous experience as a guide on Yungas Road in La Paz Bolivia and how to get involved or donate bikes.Local news includes two screenings of Motherload with Liz Canning, who was interviewed back in 2019, the winning pitch on ABC's Gruen about convincing motorists to love cyclists, Bike Wests close call video and campaign to make Summerhill Road safer in Footscray, flooding on Moonee Ponds Creek trail and the barriers are installed at Nicholson / Victoria Street intersection in Abbotsford.Program musicSleepy Dreamers: Bike SongParallel 6 - Four Tet
On this weeks program Chris chats to Cr Edward Crosslands about testing improvements to Yarra's cycling network, Elizabeth Street seperated lanes, councillor conversations and work finally commencing on the Gipps Street steps ramp replacement.Bicycle-themed news includes Melbourne western suburbs transport challenge, the latest Not Just Bikes video, Dutch Cycling Embassy Five Design Principles for Bicycle Infrastructure; Directness and a whisper about upcoming Critical Mass rides leading into spring.Also a massive thanks to our wonderful listeners who helped Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio make 134% of our 3CR radiothon target!
Val and Faith were joined in the studio by Annie Keynes of Melburn Durt, and the brand new, just created, Australian chapter of Radical Adventure Riders. Before turning to all things radical we check in on our Radiothon target and discover we have made it! Thanks to everyone who donated this year to help keep radical radio on the air.We also check in on the Gipps St steps as demolition was scheduled to begin this morning ahead of the building of a ramp to replace them. A day not many people thought they'd ever see! Turning to Radical Adventure Riders, Annie talks about the synergy between Melburn Durt and RAR, the immediate plans for RAR in Australia and what they hope will evolve. We discuss the importance of inclusivity and creating space for women (cis and trans), trans men and GNC folk to enjoy riding and the outdoors. You can keep tabs on RAR Australia here and let them know if you'd like to get involved. We finish up with a reminder that the next Critical Mass ride in Melbourne is this Friday June 30th and will mourn the boulevard of broken dreams that was the Shrine to Sea project. See you there! While we didn't get time to discuss it today we also wanted to mention that Bicycle Network are looking for donations for their Ride 2 School program to keep it going in the short term while they seek longer term funding. You can read all about it and make a donation here.#
On this weeks show Chris chats with Marie and Tim from Project Flock, a Melbourne bike light startup that focuses on biomotion, centring human motion as the lights function with goal of being seen as human not an object. We discuss product development and testing, safety envelope theory, riding in a urban environment and plans for the light to be available in 2024.Local news includes Accessible Transport for All Rally in Sydney Road, Merri-bek BUGs campaign for appropriate council budget allocation, Sara Stace's observations on addressing causes not symptoms and Yarra Council: Testing improvements to Yarra's cycling networkJune 2023 is Radiothon time at 3CR and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio needs your support!Celebrate everything you love about riding your bike and supporting active transport by making a donation by 30 June 2023.Any amount makes a big difference, and all donations over $2 are tax deductibleProgram music Cycling Is Fun - Shonen KnifeCycling - Sonia KillmannBicycle - filous feat. klei
June 2023 is Radiothon time at 3CR and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio needs your support!This week is our 3CR radiothon show - with Val, Steve and Chris in the 3CR studio chatting about the importance of community radio in Australia, our bike moments, Critical Mass: Shrine to Sea, 5pm, Friday 30 June starting at Fed Square, media reporting on recent research into 'dehumanisation of cyclists' and Val's now traditional recital of Mulga Bill's BicycleCelebrate everything you love about riding your bike and supporting active transport by making a donation by 30 June 2023. Any amount makes a big difference, and all donations over $2 are tax deductible Donate at GivenowSince 2008 Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has broadcast on 3CR in naarm Melbourne, shared hundreds of bike moments, spoken to countless guests, interviews, rides, cycling events, alongside raising awareness about campaigns and advocacy you simply won't hear anywhere else in mainstream media
On this week program, falling on World Environment Day, Chris chats to Cam Walker from Friends of the Earth about celebrating 50 years of Friends of the Earth, continuing work in environmental, urban and social justice campaigns, including getting lead in petrol banned, intergenerational anti F19 protests in Alexandra Parade and 1990s Transport Collective which organised Streets For People, Reclaim the Streets, establishing Critical Mass Melbourne and Sustainable Cities work in Melbourne's west.Local news includes upcoming issues with Brunswick level crossing removal project with previous guest Paula Hanasz interviewed as part of 'Melbourne residents divided as the future of bustling Sydney Road strip hangs in the balance', despite years of research and data dispelling parking concerns. Update on previous program about Kerferd Road: Engage Victoria dropped plans to include walking and cycling. So come along to Critical Mass - Shrine to Sea on Friday 30 June 2023 show Port Phillip Council and the Victorian Government that we need safe mobility lanes along Kerferd Road as part of the Shrine to Sea project.Another reminder: June 2023 is Radiothon time at 3CR and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio needs your support!Celebrate everything you love about riding your bike and supporting active transport by making a donation by 30 June 2023. Any amount makes a big difference, and all donations over $2 are tax deductible Program music Cycling Is Fun - Shonen KnifeCycling - Sonia KillmannBicycle - filous feat. klei
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Thijs van der Heiden of Sparque. We share our bike moments and take a look at some local news including last Friday's Critical Mass ride, Mark Cavendish's last Giro d'Italia and the Walmer Street bridge build. Thijs gives us an update on Sparque, an electric bike business that makes e-bikes accessible with salary packaging, lease or buy arrangements, and it's development since we last spoke to him a few years ago.Discussion then turns to 'strict liability', an issue often raised by pedestrian and cycling advocates in Australia but which is also often misunderstood. We discuss the insurance arrangement, how it doesn't apply to traffic or criminal matters, what it has achieved in countries adopting it, and just as imoportant, what it hasn't. For further reading, particulalry about the Dutch experience check out Bicycle Dutch,and for a broader perspective this Report on Strict Liability.
On this weeks program, Chris catches up with Julie Clutterbuck from Port Philip Bicycle Users Group about the Shrine to Sea project, their recent media release 'Community groups call for seperated bike lanes on Kerferd Road', along with The Heart Foundation, Victoria Walks, Port Phillip Emergency Climate Action Network (PECAN), Bicycle Network, Disability Resource Centre and Better Streets for Victoria and Australia.Julie discusses the Shrine to Sea project prospectus that included seperate bike infrastructure, Kerferd Road safely issues, traffic modelling, community panel, biodiversity, local resident opposition who apparently believe they are the only stakeholders that should be listened to in regards to Kerferd Road usage, broadening conversation to local climate change concerns and a reminder how Lisa Nelville stood up to City of Greater Geelong to retain the Malop Street Green Spine.Update 23 May 2023: Shrine to Sea Project update - unfortunately reads like Victoria State Government has completely piked due to small number of residents,"The decision to separate the Kerferd Road protected bike lane design from the Shrine to Sea project will allow for a robust and concentrated engagement process to occur in the future"Contact Nina Taylor MP and Port Phillip Council councillors to voice your concernsNews includes Climate Council's new report: Shifting Gears: The Path to Cleaner Personal Transport and media release: Walking And Riding Must Triple To See Genuine Transport Emissions Reduction: Climate Council Report, Melbourne, Merri-bek, Darebin and Yarra local council budget allocations for active transport and Critical Mass: Climate Edition! 5pm, State Library, Friday 26 May 2023June 2023 is Radiothon time at 3CR and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio needs your support! Celebrate everything you love about riding your bike and supporting active transport by making a donation by 30 June 2023. Any amount makes a big difference, and all donations over $2 are tax deductible Program music:Cycling is fun - Shonen KnifeThe Acoustic Motorbike - Luka Bloom
On this weeks program Chris chats to Andrea, an active travel advocate and urban planner, about how pedestrians and bicycle riders can be better allies, levels of abilities, changes needed for years of under investment, planning, strategy, disability requirements plus pressure upon use of public space. Watch Shane Hryhorec's video about him engaging with City of Yarra staff in a training and education day with a range of simulated challenges such as bins, e-scooters, e-bikes, driveways and road construction blocking footpaths and hard rubbish.Local news includes Yarra Council voting to make Elizabeth Street seperated bike lane permanent and Port Phillip Bicycle User Group media release 'Community groups call for seperated bike lanes on Kerferd Road', along with The Heart Foundation, Victoria Walks, Port Phillip Emergency Climate Action Network (PECAN), Bicycle Network,Port Phillip Bicycle Users Group, Disability Resource Centre and Better Streets for Victoria and AustraliaProgram music:Cycling is fun - Shonen KnifeA Walk: Tycho
Val and Faith are in the studio today to celebrate May Day with stories of the bicycle and it's crucial role in organising workers in Australia at the turn of the nineteenth century. After sharing our bike moments we dive right in!Val kicks off with first May Day celebrations in the world here in Australia in 1891. We take a look at when shearers fought for their rights. and the impact of the bicycle on shearer's work and organising later inthe 1890s as it allowed them to travel across long distances for work and became integral to their bargaining with employers. The Australian Worker's Union found the bicycle so useful for reaching and organising workers they developed their own bicycle corps to do just that. The role of the bicycle in building a network and recruting members continued into the C20th when Frank Anstey and David McGrath, then two young Labor MPs, toured Gippsland by bike in November 1904. Over twenty-two days with speaking events organised in eleven towns they recruited members for the Labourite League, harranged pastoralists and talked to farmers and miners in particluar about their ideas. On their fixed gear bicycles with swags slung over their shoulders they rode the notorious roads of the High Country from Rutherglen and Wodonga via Tallangatta, Mitta Mitta and Omeo to Bairnsdale. You can read a contemporary account of their journey here
With important station work happening today at 3CR we're taking a break, so listen back to a previous interview with Marc Wion, first broadcast on 16th January 2023 plus a musical interlude with King Curly and Chicken-like BirdsChris chats to Marc about creating Streets Alive Darebin, a new community group trying to bring awareness to the challenges and opportunities to making Darebin a more vibrant, safe and liveable community and looking back at the progress, however small or big it may be along the way. Follow Streets Alive Darebin on twitter, instagram and subscribe to their newsletterProgram music Bike Song - Sleepy DreamersLinked - BonoboRiding our Bikes - Chicken-Like BirdsRiding in the dark - King Curly
With important station work happening today at 3CR, Faith and Val are taking a break. So listen back to a previous interview with Chris and Lena Huda first broadcast on 5th December 2022Chris catches up with Lena Huda from 30 Please, Safe Streets to School and Walk Sydney about her campaign for safe speeds on Australian local streets, creating walkable and cyclable local streets for children, New Zealands safe speeds around schools, the right to access public life without a car, micromobility as a disruptive technology, generational changes, launch of Better Streets campaign in NSW and speaking about Slow Down Day and presenters at the recent Micromobility Conference.
After our introductions, Chris and Steve chat about Paris Roubaix Femmes & Paris Roubaix Hommes, carbon fibre rims not handling the pavé, the 2023 Indy Pac not a race across Australia, changes to e-scooter trials, new corrals in Yarra, subscribing to the YarraBUG newsletters, Critical Mass Chapel Street article by PS Media, Curve Cycling rides and upcoming cyclocross seasonSteve discusses V/line changes to regional fares ($9.20, or $4.60 concession), planning your cycling adventures, what you need to know, being pragmatic about having flexible travel plans, issues in NSW with boxing bikes, ancient history from 2008 about bike bans on metro Melbourne Connex trains, low emission holidays starting from home and being aware of service changes and planned disruptions
After a Jane Jacobs quote and respective bike moments including new rail trails, Vancouver cycling infrastructure and truck pollution, Faith and Val chat to Dr Lauren Pearson about her research on gendered barriers to cycling, including Adults’ self-reported barriers and enablers to riding a bike for transport, Barriers and enablers of bike riding for transport and recreational purposes in Australia and What a girl wants: A mixed-methods study of gender differences in the barriers to and enablers of riding a bike in Australia. Also see The Conversation: How to get more women on bikes? Better biking infrastructure, designed by women, ABC: Limited escape routes on new Melbourne bike path a safety risk to women, cyclists say and Treehugger: Biggest Barrier to Biking Is the Fear of Cars Lauren discusses how lack of inclusivity, adequate planning and lack of safe seperated infrastructure influences how women perceive if they will ride a bicycle, as well as impacting upon mens participationNews includes recent Paris referendum on e-scooters, Victorian Road safety inquiry calls for submissions, War on Cars podcast: Feminist City with Leslie Kern and Conspiracy
On this weeks show Chris talks to Nathan Reading from Bicycle Network about help required for the Yarra leg of Super Tuesday bike counts on 7am-9am, 7 March 2023 plus count details, information, how you can assist and also get a donation to local organisation or charity of choice for volunteering.Pierre from Bike West catches up for a interview about Critical Mass: Franco Cozzo Edition held on 24 February, the route details, a striking video of the ride taken by Maribynong Truck Action Group at Hopkins Street, increased freight movements creating dangerous conditions on our streets, active transport advocacy in antagonistic times, the bike lift at Franco Cozzo, Sydney vs Melbourne attitudes towards bike lanes and future plans for Critical Mass to head south.News includes, in no surprise to anyone, congestion continues across naarm Melbourne due to car dependency and Critical Mass goes to Chapel Street on Friday 31 March 2023Program music Cycling is fun - Shonen KnifeAlright - TychoGo West - Pet Shop BoysBicycle - filous feat. klei
Val and Faith kick off the show with the bike moments: a ride along the new section of the MTM Rail Trail from Yackandandah to Beechworth and joy sparked by a reminder of an old school component maker. We take a look at the statement from the Victorian Government on the death of Angus Collins on the Footscray Road protected shared path which you can read here, and recommend you read John Symon's from Bike West's article on safe system design and the shortcomings in its adoption in Victoria. We also celebrate ten years of Melbourne Bike Rave and eighteen years of World Naked Bike Ride in Melbourne. We take a look at the Brunswick LXRP Project and the opportunities and challenges this will provide. Initial local consultation is underway here with more consultation to come from the LXRP themselves. And finally a reminder about some local events: the important Critical Mass Ride Footscray edition to protest the lack of safe routes in the west of Melbourne is coming up this Friday February 24th and on Sunday March 5th the Vintage Cycling Club are hosting a Lazy Sunday Ride.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Robert Lechte about his recent Crikey article: Cyclists’ road deaths are a national health emergency. Where’s the outcry? including issues in the aftermath of Angus Collins death at Footscray Road, normalising of road violence, prioritising traffic throughput over human life, reactionary attitudes, parking use, ABC Melbourne: What can we do to create a safer cycling infrastructure? and working towards visionary solutions on our streetsLocal news includes welcome return of the College Street Cycleway in Sydney which took eight years (previous YarraBUG Radio programs: 16 Feb 2015, 22 June 2015, 1 Feb 2016) City of Yarra bike maintenance workshop, Bike Garage Sale at Park/Canning Street (18 Feb) Bike Rave Melbourne: Monster Parade (18 Feb) and World Naked Bike Ride enjoying a lovely Sunday roll through narrm/Melbourne streetsLove listening to 3CR? Then become a subscriber in 2023! When subscribing please nominate YarraBUG Radio. By becoming a subscriber, you’re helping us to remain fiercely independent and free of commercials and corporate influenceProgram music Cycling is fun - Shonen KnifeParallel 6 - Four TetCycling - Sonia Killmann
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by John Symons of Bike West to discuss the issues around cycling in the western suburbs of Melbourne. While this segment was organised a while ago it has since become tragically relevant as Wiliamstown resident Angus Collins was killed on the Footscray Road bike path just days ago. Angus was killed in a collision with a cement truck and trucks are an overwhelming feature of getting around by bike in the west. While state governement policies prioritize the safety of pedestrians and cyclists the circumstances of Angus' death unfortunately are an example of the many times that authorties seem unwilingly to implement these prioirties on the ground. A fundraiser has been started for Angus' family to cover funeral costs.Bike West are organising a Critical Mass ride for February 24th.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Jesse and Dominic from Better Streets NSW about creating a new community coalition based upon Better Streets UK initiatives, including networking, sharing resources, goals and priorities for active transport in NSW in the lead up to the state electionLocal news includes Yarra Park Master Plan survey & feedback, St Kilda Bike Kitchen open workshop on 4 February and the next Critical Mass: Franco Cozzo Edition on 24 February.
On this weeks show, Chris chats to Marc Wion about creating Streets Alive Darebin, a new community group trying to bring awareness to the challenges and opportunities to making Darebin a more vibrant, safe and liveable community and looking back at the progress, however small or big it may be along the way. Follow Streets Alive Darebin on twitter, instagram and subscribe to their newsletterCycling themed news includes subscribing to Bike Europe newsletter for latest cycling technology and bicycle industry news, Bike Rave Melbourne celebrating ten years with next months Monster Parade on 18 February 2023 and Momentum mag article 'Three more cities embrace the transformative power of the bicycle' detailing Boston, Denver and Detroit's progress and challenges with implementing active transportProgram music Cycling - Sonia KillmannLinked - Bonobo
Val and Faith return to 3CR for 2023 with cycling quotes, anecdotes, bike moments and gravel rides around Romsey.Local news includes path closures on the Upfield line for skyrail works, 2023 Road Nationals, how to preventing bike theft, registering with Bike Vault and riding the Lavender Trail in South Australia
The Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio team are having a well-deserved break so here's a cycling themed musical interlude to kick off 2023Bicycle Bicycle, You Are My Bicycle - be your own PETPedal Pushin' Papa - Billy Ward and his DominoesBicycle - Hymner featuring AlessandraBike in head - The Nitspeacefall - Purity RingRiding in the dark - King CurlyBike Song - fanclubwalletRide My Bike - Maika Loubté
Program first broadcast on Monday 8th August 2022Australia's transport emissions are 20% of all our emissions and yet policy on tackling them seems to be lagging. Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Dr Elliot Fishman of the Institute for Sensible Transport to take a look at our transport emisisons, what they are, what is producing them and what we can do about it.
On our last show for the 2022 before a well-deserved break, Chris chats to Katie Falkiner about her ecargobike epiphany during the covid-19 lockdowns, public transport, dealing the inner east school run, transport equity for women, micromobility, wayfinding, getting active transport options for greater Melbourne area, Can kerbside bicycle lanes increase cycling during a pandemic? A case study from Melbourne, introducing bicycle riding requirements in drivers license tests, economic benefits of cycling, challenges to behaviour change, improving transport integration, incentives for ebikes, local advocacy space and new rideselectric project.Local bicycle news includes VicRoads Pop up Bike Lanes Survey and please consider making a submission supporting active transport in the Federal Governments 2023-24 Pre-Budget submissions before Friday 27 January 2023.
On this weeks program, Chris and Steve chat about recent weather impacts on cycling, bike packing and the cancelled Mallee Blast. Chris catches up with Lena Huda from 30 Please, Safe Streets to School and Walk Sydney about her campaign for safe speeds on Australian local streets, creating walkable and cyclable local streets for children, New Zealands safe speeds around schools, the right to access public life without a car, micromobility as a disruptive technology, generational changes, launch of Better Streets campaign in NSW and speaking about Slow Down Day and presenters at the recent Micromobility Conference.Program music:Sleepy Dreamers: Bike SongA Walk: Tycho
On this weeks show Chris talks to Charlie Woolley from Recycle Bike Tyres about his innovative recycling business that helps to remove bicycle tyres and tubes from landfill waste, then processed into tyre crumb for products. Charlie discusses rubber as a renewable resource, ongoing issues and challenges in the recycling industry, organising pick ups from bike stores and workshops and council collection points, of which Yarra Council and City of Greater Bendigo Council are partners in the program and how to become a recycling partner.Local news includes a possible threat to the long promised protected bike lanes on Inkerman Road at next Glen Eira Council meeting on Tuesday 22 November, as the constructed lanes would be a vital link between the new St Kilda Road seperated bikes lanes and Djerring Trail. Show your support for the protected lanes, see Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group facebook link, twitter thread with additional details and contacting Glen Eira Council
Faith and Val are joinedin the studio by Hugh Schulz, life member and former president of Preston Cycling Club.We quickly take a look at local cycling news, including the Walmer St bridge progress, St Kilda Road bike lanes and the upcoming Critical Mass ride. Hugh chats about when he first joined the club as a fifteen year old, the changes over the years in racing and clubs, and the celebrations this coming Saturday of the Club's 100th anniversary. Its not all about the past though, the Club's Junior Clinic is taking care of the future and with support from Darebin Council the Club hope to encourage older people onto the track as well. If you have a past association with the Club and want to attend the 100 Anniversary Celebrations please email info@prestoncyclingclub.com
On this weeks program Chris chats to Rachel Niekrasz, Community Manager at Lug+Carrie in Fitzroy about how she got started with ecargobikes, families looking at ecargo bikes for the school run and more, Tern GSD ('Get stuff done') and Tern HSD models, Luggie+Carries weekly subscription model, building community amongst ecargobike users, workshops, ongoing support, build your own bike and more.Bicycle-themed news includes what's happening (or not) at COP27 for active transport, Partnership for Active Travel and Health COP27 letter to governments and cities (also signed by Streets Alive Yarra & YarraBUG), Greenpeace Netherlands protest at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport, University of Oxford: Obsessing over electric cars is impeding the race to net zero: More active travel is essential, Critical Mass Naarm Melbourne heading to Sydney Road on Friday 18 November and work on St Kilda Road bike lanes connecting with dedicated lanes on Princes Bridge.Program music Cycling Is Fun - Shonen KnifeAlright - TychoOur Streets - Dan Abrahams
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by the new CEO of Bicycle Network, Alison McCormack. Nine weeks into her new role, Alison is excited about the future and is already establishing the connections that will take BN into a new era.We also take a look at the Great Victorian Bike Ride, coming up at the end of November, a BN event that has stood the test of time and promises the right sized adventure for everyone. You can use the promo code 3CR for a 10% discount when booking.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Steven Wright and Daniel Quinn about their experiences cycling on Naarm Melbournes extensive shared trails network after yet another extreme weather event in October 2022, their observations, ideas about what needs to be done to improve connectivity, closure time, wayfinding, flood mapping, possible real time monitoring solutions, how confusing it is to find out who's responsible for path management and future proofing the trails due to a changing climate.Wheel Women: The aftermath of the #kensingtonflood from the #maribyrnongriver bursting its banksCost of fixing regional roads destroyed by Victorian floods will be 'huge'Brunswick Voice: Merri Creek flood ‘a taste of things to come’Facebook: Melbourne Bike PathsSES Flood GuidesMelbourne Water Rainfall and river levelsCSIRO: Flood risks under climate change
On this weeks program Chris chats to Phil Latz from the Micromobility Report about the upcoming Micromobility Conference and Micromobility Expo on 25 - 26 November 2022 at Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney. Phil discusses Expo events and Conference speakers, including previous Yarra BUG Radio guests Tom Flood, Megan Sharkey, Lena Huda, Penelope Bennett, Sara Stace and Stephen Hodge. Conferences themes are Day One: Making it Right, Day One: Making it There, Day Two: Making it Happen and Day Two: Making it Pay.You won't find this info anywhere else - listen carefully as Phil provides a secret discount code for voluntary cycling advocates wanting to attend the conference!Local news includes another Critical Mass ride planned for 18 November heading to Sydney Road, Brunswick, Merri-bek BUGs Lisa O'Halloran speech at the conclusion of Critical Mass 30 September 2022 calling for Victorian state and local governments to seriously lift their game with cycling infrastructure and watch the weather forecast for Thursday 13 - Friday 14 October 2022.Program music Cycling Is Fun - Shonen KnifeCloud Generator - TychoOur Streets - Dan Abrahams
Faith and Val are joined in the studio at 3CR by Martin Tse and Malachi Moxon of Brompton Australia. We chat about the return of Critical Mass in Melbourne on, coincidentally, the 30th anniversary of the first Critical Mass in San Francisco, last Friday. Over 200 people turned out to show their support for more safe infrastructure inMelbourne. We then turn to Brompton and all things small and folding, discussing the versatility of the folding bicycle that has become a design icon, who rides it, how and where as well as it's very British history.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Jasmine from the Brunswick Bike Shed about their activities and Historially Excluded Day for shed volunteers. If you're interested in shed volunteer induction and upcoming events, please contact them via the website and instagramSecond interview: Pierre chats about reintroducing Critical Mass rides to another generation of riders in Naarm/Melbourne on Friday 30 September 2022, including reasons for CM being revived due to a groundswell of public support but mediocre response from local councils and successive state governments for overdue cycling infrastructure, safer riding conditions and a huge list of externalities. Local news that couldn't be fitted in: the Big Bike Film Night returns on 4 October 2022 and Kidtical Mass on 16 October 2022.You can also subscribe to recently revamped YarraBUG newslettersProgram music Our Streets - Dan AbrahamsCounterpoint - BonoboBicycle - True Love Always
This week Chris catches up with freelance journalist Alice Clarke about her and her families journeys in discovering cycling around Naarm/Melbourne.Local news includes Critical Mass reanimating on Friday 30 September and UpCycles Yarra Valley official opening on 5pm Friday 16 September at ECOSS Valley Market and Rhythms of the World, listen to Damian Auton's interview from 15 August We chat about why cycling clothing is designed for the activity, cost, materials, womens clothing, comfort, feeling a bit awkward, trying to avoid wrecking everyday clothing and riding in New York. Read Alice's gear review: Lifehacker: I Took a Bunch of Women’s Cycling Gear for a Spin to Find the Best Kit. Follow Alice's articles at Kotaku Australia and LifeHacker AustraliaProgram musicAlphØmega - Pink Champagne Bubbles - InstrumentalSleepy Dreamers: Bike Songfilous - Bicycle feat. klei
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Sarah Hammond and Jesse Carlsson of Curve Cycling. Jesse and Sarah bring us up to date on the history of Race to the Rock, and then fill us in this year's event (named Race From the Rocks for reasons which will become obvious) which started last Saturday from the Rocks in Sydney. We catch up on news about this year's route, some of the riders taking part, the drama of the first two days out on course and someof the 'features' riders will enjoy soon. You can catch up on Race to the Rock news and updates here, join the Dot Watchers here and watch progress of the riders live on Map Progress.
On this weeks program Chris chats to John Symons from BikeWest about riding in Melbournes western suburbs, bicycle infrastructure for designed for AAA to SSSS ('All Ages and Abilities to Shops, Stations, Schools and Stadiums'), Bike West's new near miss project, two rider deaths in Whitehall Street, the safe systems approach which can be described as "no loss of life is acceptable", revisting Roger Geller's 'four types of cyclist', getting more western suburb schools with bicycle programs and participation at Energy Breakthrough events.Bicycle-themed news includes Central Melbourne Mobility Map open for feedback, online information sessions and survey until 31 October 2022 and Edinburgh composer Dan Abrahams new track "Our Streets" that celebrates thirty years of global Critical Mass rides.Is it time in 2022 for an new generation to resurrect monthly Critical Mass rides in naarm/Melbourne(link is external)?We need to reclaim our streets for people and planet; to change our roads to make cycling safe and easy. If you are inspired by the message of the song, take action! Get involved in your local campaigns! Also, please spread the word and consider buying the track - it's pay what you can: https://danabrahams.bandcamp.com
Val and Faith are in the studio again after having been blown there on their respective bikes by the blustery spring winds. After sharing our bike moments we take a look at some news including plans in Perth to introduce more streets with 30kph speed limits after increases of 300% in cycling participation was counted on streets with the lower limit. The volume of cars in residential streets was also lowered. Moreland Council and VicRoads are currently working to trial 30kph streets at the moment while Yarra ran a trial not too long ago. The Northern Trails Strategy 2022 builds on the 2016 strategy and is currently open for consultation. As a collaborative project between Moreland, Darebin, Banyule, Hume, Whittlesea, and Nillumbik Councils, Northern Trails 2022 aims to ensure integration of planning, advocacy and development efforts, while making recommendations for trail infrastructure, management, marketing and improvement projects. You can find detailed information about the project here as well as a survey to get your feedback in prioritising projects from a ten project short list. Make sure you have your say in getting some of these unfunded cross-council projects to the next stage!
On this weeks program Chris chats to Damian Auton about back history to creating the newly opened UpCycles bicycle maintenance hub located at Yarra Valley ECOSS that will be a youth group space for bicycle education, recycling bicycles and providing courses, training and workshops.Bicycle-themed news includes Boroondara Council works at Walmer Street commencing this week for an estimated eight months to replace the northern land bridge section from Kew, Gipps Street ramp replacement possibly going back out to tender, Moreland Council voting to retain separated lanes and shared zones in Dawson, Victoria, Albert and Albion streets and extending the Kent Road trial for 12 months in Pascoe Vale, Bicycle Network, Friends of the Bendigo-Kilmore Rail Trail, Mitchell Bicycle Users Group asking for Victorian State Government to prioritise future funding for the Wallan to Heathcote Rail Trail project, Banyule Council opening feedback for Northern Trails 2022, historic NSW Rail Trails legislation approved and the ancient Yarra Bicycle Users Group website being updated for the 21st century.
Australia's transport emissions are 20% of all our emissions and yet policy on tackling them seems to be lagging. Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Dr Elliot Fishman of the Institute for Sensible Transport to take a look at our transport emisisons, what they are, what is producing them and what we can do about it.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Julie Clutterbuck from Port Phillip Bicycle Users Group. Bicycle-themed news includes Tour de France Femmes and ABC Perth: Advocates say two-wheeled EVs a cheaper, greener option to de-carbonise transportJulie discusses the Kerferd Road impasse, Port Phillip Councils Move, Connect, Live Strategy, how pop-up bike route trials were impacted from continuing, the missed opportunities for school children and locals to have ability to safely ride on their streets or use low emissions transport, a crucial lack of support from Department of Transport, Shrine to Sea project and Bridge Street pop up lanes (scroll to City of Port Phillip – pop-up bike routes). You can follow Port Phillip BUG on email, facebook and twitter.
Today Faith and Val pay homage to Iris Dixon, a champion of Australian cycling and a cracking story teller. Iris Dixon passed away at the end of last week, aged 91. Iris was an incredible cyclist, Australian Cycling Hall of fame inductee and sixteen time national champion. She dissed our bikes when she was our studio guest in 2013. You can read more about Iris in Monique Hanley's article A ride through history with Australian cycling legend Iris Dixon.One thing that struck us was how much Iris would have enjoyed the inaugral Tour de France Femme which kicked off this weekend. We also discuss the changes to the No Left Turn for motorists at the cnr of Victoria Parade and Brunswick street and increasing cycnicism amongst people who use bicycles to get around about State government commitments to active transport.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Alex Stott from the recently created Stonnington Bicycle User Group about getting started, local issues like Chapel Street safety, getting council to recognise their own climate emergency declaration, Make cycling safer and more accessible in Stonnington petition, upcoming meetings and events for the BUG and following them on facebook and twitter.Bicycle themed news includes Yarra’s Transport Strategy 2022-2032 being passed unanimously, bittersweet news with Boroondara Council approving their Bicycle Strategy 2022 - 2032 but removing Glass Creek / Jacka Trail from the strategy, Port Phillip Bicycle User Group doing a community bike ride along in newly installed treatments, a survey on Bicycle helmets, healthy transport choices and road safety, newly opened Diamond Creek Trail extension and some light reading, especially for mainstream media with "Does news coverage of traffic crashes affect perceived blame and preferred solutions?
Faith and Val catch up in the studio and chat about local cycling news and stories including a recent weekend in Dunolly where there are several roads and trails throughlocal state forests which make excellent riding.
In this weeks program Chris chats to Paul Schofield from Eltham Bike Lanes about not fit for purpose changes to Fitzsimmons Lane in Eltham, ongoing campaigning, communication and construction issues with pedestrian and cycling provision in Melbournes north west suburbs.Local news includes Yarra Bicycle Users Group achieving 154% of our 3CR radiothon target thanks to our magnificent listeners, what's happening with Future Mobility at EuroBike 2022, Boroondara Bicycle User Group needing assistance to get their bicycle strategy passed by Boroondara Council and new protected intersections for cyclists on Gipps Street, Abbotsford.
We're having a little break after all the 3CR radiothon excitement so here's a repeat of The Canberra Electric Bike Library first broadcast on 14 February 2022.Chris chats to Zuleka Chan, Brook Clinton, Simone Annis about the innovative Canberra Electric Bike Library, operated by SEE-Change, Switched on Cycles and supported by the ACT Government.Zuleka, Brooke and Simone talk about how the lending library was started, providing people an option to try before they buy, developing the process, insurance, researching peoples needs including feedback and data, ongoing operations including Open Library Thursdays, interest from other local governments and providing a low impact alternative transport option for Canberra residents.
On this weeks program Chris and Steve discuss upcoming cycling news, works and related events around the metro naarm/Melbourne area, including; Pedestrian And Cyclist Safety Upgrades Near Monash Uni,VicRoads Yarra Boulevard Safety Improvements (May 2022 - ongoing), intriguing bicycle parking provision at the newly opened Richmond Traders at Bridge Road & Church Street, improvements, plantings, Federation Trail extension and new veloway as part of West Gate freeway works.Rides: Whittlesea Bicycle Users Group: Yarraville & Punt Ride, 8am, Sunday 26 June 2022, Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group: Community Bike Ride along Djerring and Scotchman's Creek, 10am Sunday 3 July 2022Petitions include: Boroondara Bicycle Users Group: Boroondara Councillors please approve and support the 2022 Boroondara Bike StrategyPort Phillip Bicycle Users Group: Bring back the bike lane trial in Kerferd RoadMoreland residents: Save the Pascoe Vale bike lanes!Additional works news includes Yarra Valley Rail Trail picks up some steam, waiting for commencement of planned winter ramp works at Gipps Street, Abbotsford and Boroondara Council commencing works on land bridge section of the now heritage protected Walmer Street Bridge between Abbotsford and KewIn 3CR radiothon news: thank you to all our beautiful listeners as Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has smashed the $1300 target with over $1800 raised so far which supports the entire station! Thank you everyone for keeping community strong!
For our annual 3CR radiothon program it's back to back Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio shows, with Faith and Val from 10am then Chris from 10.30am with interviews from Alyson Macdonald, Jeremy Lawrence, Troy Parsons and Saskia.After the intros, Val and Faith chat about their bicycle moments, how to support Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio via GiveNow, various ways to donate to 3CR Community Radio and all our fantastic listeners who have donated so far!Faith discusses last Tuesdays Future Melbourne meeting regarding the apparent 'pause' on bicycle infrastructure with strong community support with over 1000 submissions for protected kerbside bicycle lanes.At 10.30am Chris continues to discuss the groundswell of support for City of Melbourne protected bicycle infrastructure with regular guest Jeremy Lawrence from Streets Alive Yarra, along with Alyson Macdonald and Troy Parsons, who attended the council meeting at Melbourne Town Hall. Saskia talks about what she experiences as a younger rider while travelling on the Main Yarra Trail, Chapel Street and the difference when cycling in Melbournes protected lanes.Please donation at our radiothon donation link so we can keep producing great content that you won’t find anywhere else, every little bit helps and be sure to nominate Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio in the text box when prompted at our GiveNow page so we can reach our $1300 Radiothon target
On this weeks program Chris speaks to Cr Rohan Leppert, City of Melbourne and Andreas Loewe, Dean of Melbourne about the agenda item for Future Melbournes next meeting "6.9 Implementation Update: City of Melbourne Transport Strategy 2030 and Transport Program to Aid City Recovery and Reactivation" which has been subject to recent media speculation and misinterpretation about the future of Melbournes seperated bicycle lane projects.You can make a submission in support by 10am, Tuesday 7th June 2022 at Future Melbourne Committee page.It’s Radiothon time again at 3CR and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio needs your support to stay on the air and keep community strong. Please donation at our radiothon donation link so we can keep producing great content that you won’t find anywhere else.
Val and Faith are back in the studio and kick off the show wtih their bike moments before taking a look at some news.Overnight Jai Hindley became the first Australian to win the Giro d'Italia after an amazing three weeks. While here in Melbourne we remember the very sad death of Yukako, in the CBD last week. Yukako left behind a child and partner and many family and friends who will be devastated by her loss, after a truck collided with her on King Street. Yet another senseless death in a city with only minimal commitments to safe infrastructure for riders prompted Melbourne Councillor Rohan Leppart to voice his frustrations, particulalry about the contrast with cities like Sydney. We then rememebr Irish writer and adventure rider Dervla Murphy and her fantastic writing about riding through some of the more adventurous parts of the world over the past sixty years. Dervla Murphy died on the 22ndMay at age 90 at her home in Ireland. If you haven't already read her books, especially Full Tilt, there has never been a better time to do so!
On this weeks program Chris chats about last weekends federal election and what changes could occur in relation to climate change and urban policy, local news includes Main Yarra Trail works at rear of 'Skipping Girl', 651- 653 Victoria Street, Abbotsford, Nicholson Street tram power upgrade work in Fitzroy North and Brunswick East from 22 May to 17 June 2022.Cr Rohan Leppert from City of Melbourne writes about last weeks cycling fatality on King Street and the disparity between Sydney and Melbourne and what needs to occur to stop unsafe riding conditions. Please donate to Her name was Yukako.Lena Huda from 30 Please, Walk Sydney and Safe Streets to School discusses last weeks National Roads and Traffic Expo, speed limits trials in Manly, Liverpool and Wollongong, ride to school day and the campaigns key ask of default 30km urban speed limits.3CR Radiothon 2022 is coming in June so stay tuned to how you can support radical radio!
On this weeks program Chris chats to Gary Cookson from Cargo Cycles about his journey getting started with cargo bikes, peoples perceptions, e-cargo bike specifications like range, batteries, transport, security, carrying kids, dogs and shopping and even as second car replacement especially as more people investigate low emission transport alternatives to the car.There's plenty of ways to listen and stay in touch with 3CR with the new Community Radio Plus app. And also, 3CR 2022 Radiothon is coming soon so please support your favourite programs to keep us on air throughout the year!
Val mans the studio solo today as Faith deals with a family whittling emergency.Today's program focuses on an interview with planning consultant Stephen Rowley of RCI PLaning about the recent VCAT decision not to issue a permit for Bunnings on Glenlyon Road, Brunswick. Stephen represented some residents in the VCAT hearing and talks about recent ammendments to the planning scheme that bolster active transport provisions, while other areas of planning policy are still to grapple with the implications of large format retail. You can read the VCAT decision here and submisions made by Moreland BUG about the impacts on active transport here and here.
On this weeks program Chris and Steve chat about IPCC Mitigation of Climate Change report and Streetsblog: International Climate Report Demands ‘Systemic’ Changes to Transportation and Urban Planning, in relation to Moving Forward: Yarra City Councils draft Transport Strategy and changing Yarra's road space use for people choosing to commute by bike or foot, food deliveries, ongoing e-scooter trials, cargo bikes, e-bikes and increasing throughput with public transport.Survey closes Monday 25 April 2022 and takes less than five minutes to complete: https://yoursayyarra.com.au/movingforwardLocal news includes idle chatter about tubeless tyres, upcoming Eltham memorial service for much loved frame builder Ewen Gellie on 3 May, Gellie Annual Memorial Ride planned for 2023 and good news for Creswick & surrounds with Mountain bike trail works underway in Hepburn
On this weeks program Chris chats to Helen, a Carlton resident about her experience with e-scooters, product issues, the one-year trial of Lime and Neuron e-scooters in Melbourne, Yarra, Port Phillip & Ballarat councils, freeing up public transport, disparity of e-scooter legalities in Victoria compared to elsewhere in Australia, criticism and the addition of e-scooters to Melbourne transport modes.Local news includes Community wins against Bunnings developer in Brunswick, extension of Yarra Councils Moving Forward draft Transport Strategy to 25 April and survey open for Linear Parklands Masterplan to 1 May 2022. This weeks musical interlude is 'Bicycle Rider' from True Love Always
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Cr Jonathan Sri, Greens Councillor for the Gabba, Brisbane City Council about flooding impacts in Queensland and New South Wales, priorities on repairing damaged cycling infrastructure, reducing emissions, problems with extraction of rare earths, supply chains, disposable products with the upsurge to EVs, socio economic impacts of climate changeUpdate: a temporary protected cycle lane has been installed on Coronation Drive to bypass the blocked Bicentennial BikewayLocal news includes Moving Forward: Yarra Councils draft Transport Strategy 2022, Moreland Council: 10 Year Capital Works Programs for Walking and Cycling, two Monash cycling reseach studies: Understanding the experiences of cyclists and Cycled Study: City-wide bicycling exposure modelling study and recent Infrastructure Victoria article: Why the city needs safe and more reliable alternatives to car usage
Faith and Val kick off the show with their usual bike moments before taking a look at some news. Riders following the Indian Pacific Wheel Ride route leave Fremantle, you can catch up with the IPWR Dot Watchers here, while in Victoria the inaugral Gariwerd Wonderland was also underway. It seems timely to remind ourselves of some research from a few years ago into the phenomenon of bikelash. It describes bike lanes as ‘sponges for a sea of latent cultural and economic anxieties’, a very apt description of what seems to be going on in the current campaign against the City of Melbourne bike lanes. And a reminder to give your feedback via the survey on the Draft Yarra Transport Strategy. Tune into Chris's program from last week for an interview about the strategy with Streets Alive Yarra. We talk about French Island, in Westernport Bay, and how it makes for a great weekend of sand and gravel riding, accessible via train or bike and combinations of the two. And just a heads up at he end that the Handmade Bicycle Show will be held in June, and will be the first year without the wonderful Ewan Gellie.
Chris talks to regular Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio guest, Jeremy Lawrence from Streets Alive Yarra about Moving Forward: Yarra Councils draft Transport Strategy 2022. Local news includes rising petrol prices having impacts on just about everything and criticism about City of Melbournes bicycle infrastructure not getting the expected audienceWe discuss the draft Transport Strategy, how it aligns with best practice, community engagement survey (at same link) that closes on 11th April 2022, changing transport demands in the Yarra area, how this strategy supersedes prior council strategies, improved emphasis about riding to school, benchmarks and how to support the draft strategy so the 15 policies can be adopted, then a action plan developed then budget allocation can commence"Melbourne's population will grow to 8 million by 2050, and Yarra's transport network needs to adapt. We have limited space, and we need to consider the needs of our diverse community, including pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users. At Yarra, we're creating a transport strategy to keep us moving forward. This strategy aims to reduce traffic, lower our carbon emissions and ensure Yarra's transport is sustainable, accessible, safe, and well connected for everyone."
On this weeks program, Chris catches up with Tina from the St Kilda Bike Kitchen collective who aim to grow and support a vibrant and welcoming community where anyone can learn to build, maintain and repair bicycles. We chat about how STBK got started in the St Kilda and Elwood area, currently based at Alma Road Community House, community building, sustainability, reusing resources, supporting active transport options and infrastructure, assisting people with basic bicycle repairs and their upcoming pop-up bike checks sessions. Follow St Kilda Bike Kitchen via instagram and twitterNews includes a musical interlude with Scottish-based sound artist SOKi, Boroondara Council Bike Strategy, how you can keep supporting City of Melbourne seperated bicycle lane initiatives, Friday Night By Bike Geelong next event on 11 March and blasttheory's #MelbourneCalling: Rider Spoke at ACMI, Wednesday 2 March - Sunday 6 March 2022.
Faith and Val wrestle some studio gremlins this morning before sharing bike moments including discovering an 1890s photo of your great grandmother with her bicycle. In local news we mention the World Naked Bike Ride that returned to Melbourne streets last weekend, and the first ever women's Melbourne to Warnambool race also held on the weekend together with the men's race.We remind those who ride in Moreland to have their say on the pop-up bike lanes being trialled there. And share details of a Cycling and the Federal Election webinar, watch the recording of it here!
On this weeks program Chris chats to Zuleka Chan, Brook Clinton, Simone Annis about the innovative Canberra Electric Bike Library, operated by SEE-Change, Switched on Cycles and supported by the ACT Government. Zuleka, Brooke and Simone talk about how the lending library was started, providing people an option to try before they buy, developing the process, insurance, researching peoples needs including feedback and data, ongoing operations including Open Library Thursdays, interest from other local governments and providing a low impact alternative transport option for Canberra residents.Local news includes Rider Spoke at ACMI where participates can go on a bike ride around Melbourne in search of the perfect place to hide a secret, in this reflective and immersive experience. Rider Spoke runs from Wednesday 2 March to Sunday 6 March 2022
Faith and Val are back in the studio for the first time since ..... a long time! We managed to work out what all these dials and sliders were for and welcome Michael Oxer as our guest, to chat about the City of Yarra Active Transport Advisory Committee and the opportunities to improve opportunities to move around Yarra for everyone. We also mention the fundraising to support a rail trail from Castlemaine to Maryborough, sign the petition of donate here!
On this weeks program Chris and Steve attempt to tackle the huge topic of 'bike shaped objects' and barely scratch (align?) the topic. We discuss low-end bikes from an Australian perspective, referring to Aaron Gordons recent Motherboard article: Mechanics Ask Walmart, Major Bike Manufacturers to Stop Making and Selling ‘Built-to-Fail’ Bikes, Mac Liman's Petition to end the manufacture and sale of built-to-fail budget bicycles (google docs), recent ABC series War on Waste and rapidly changing public attitudes to disposable consumer items. We used Reserve Bank of Australia Inflation Calculator to compare $200 in 1978 for an estimate in 2021 'money'
Hey it's too hot to think clearly at the moment here in narrm / Melbourne so here's some of Chris and Steves fave cool cycling tunes to stay chill.Enjoy!Shonen Knife: Cycling is funChicken-Like Birds: Riding our BikesSan Felix: Riding My Bike to Extinction's HouseSleepy Dreamers: Bike SongFanclubwallet: Bike SongPurity Ring: PeacefallHalf Man Half Biscuit: See That My Bike's Kept CleanThe Aquabats: I love poppin a wheelieSia: Riding on my bike
Continuing with Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio summer specials, Chris talks to Lisa Byrne about Brunswick Street North and Fitzroy North traffic issuesLisa talks about local advocacy she's been involved with, traffic avoiding arterial roads then putting pressure on inner city residential roads, increasing traffic volumes, traffic studies, tackling similar issues across Yarra, Piedimontes redevelopment, broader issues of traffic management beyond Yarra Councils remit, lack of mode choice due to increasing reliance upon car use and creating Fitzroy North Traffic Action Group (facebook) fitzntag (twitter)Lisa Byrne is a Fitzroy North resident and Streets Alive Yarra supporter for Brunswick Street North
Continuing with Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio summer specials, Chris talks to Ali Wirtz about the changes she's observed in Clifton Hill.Ali discusses local advocacy she's been involved with, improving pedestrian crossings in Gold Street, observing changes to North Terrace, Wellington Street, Pop up bike lanes, Heidelberg Road Link trial lanes, improvements to participation with more shared spaces, lower speed limits and additional cycling infrastructure.Ali Wirtz is a long term Clifton Hill resident and a Streets Alive Yarra supporter for West Clifton HillNews includes France says car ads must come with a caveat: Walk, bike or take public transit instead (Washington Post), « Pensez à covoiturer », « prenez les transports en commun » : de nouveaux messages obligatoires sur les publicités automobiles (Le Monde)Local work notifications include Yarra Council: Yarra Boulevard, Richmond - Flashing light wombat crossings civil works from 5 January for five weeks, Yarra Trams: Swan Street and Wallen Road Bridge, Richmond Swan Street between Dando and Burnley streets Wednesday 2 February to Friday 11 February 2022 then 8pm Friday 11 February 2022 to 5am Saturday 19 February 2022 (24-hour works)
On this weeks summer special, Chris interviews Rick, a civil engineer with 20 years expertise in traffic & transport infrastructure. Rick discusses Cremorne issues with curtailing truck movements, traffic planning, making the area safer for residents, walkers and cyclists. Rick is critical of City of Yarra not following their own obligations as a road manager or planning scheme advice for residential zones and need for a traffic management strategy to conform to councils own policies to clearly articulate what is required. Topics include previous Local Area Place Making (LAPM), new Road Safety Studies, other council strategies for truck movements, especially Maribyrnong Council, Austroads and VicRoads guidanceRick is a long term Cremorne resident and a Streets Alive Yarra supporter
On this weeks Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio summer special, Chris talks to Australian childrens author and illustrator Elizabeth Honey about her love of bicycles, Amsterdam, her book selections, LEGS Lets Enhance Gleadell Street and Gleadell Street Market, Richmond.Elizabeth Honey is a long term Richmond resident and a Streets Alive Yarra supporter for Gleadell StreetYarraBUG Radio will return (live!) on Monday 31st January 2021
Val and Faith talk about their respective bicycle moments, Jeremy Lawrence from Streets Alive Yarra discusses local Yarra issues, street trees, community support, social justice and equality, reviewing active transport in Yarra, Heidelberg Road seperated lanes, changes to Napier Street, changes to state government mode share, reallocation of space with parklets, pocket parks, step change with Rose Street market and more funding needed for the future, in light of councils losing rating due to covid19, different streams of funding from state government, new NSW design guidelines and Yarra Councils upcoming transport action plan
On this weeks program it's back to basics with examining Yarra cycling conditions. Chris interviews Karen Hovenga and David Balding about their cycling observations of Melbournes inner east & north, including changing infrastructure(Gipps Street), off road trails (Capital City Trail), seperated cycling lanes, (Elizabeth Street trial, Park Street contraflow, Heidelberg Road trial, Brunswick Street) getting started, planning routes, ebikes, getting more bicycle parking, City of Melbournes seperated lanes and barriers including bluestone surfaces, inconsistent speed limits, lack of east to west routes.News includes CityLab: U.S. Cities Test Effects of ‘Universal Basic Mobility’ and Shonen Knife celebrating 40 years of bicycles, wanting to be a cat, candy & punk rock
On this weeks program Chris chats to David Blom, Metro East Bicycle User Group and Brett Cotter, the Big Bike Film Night.David discusses the campaign to create the new Burwood Highway trail, with much needed walking / cycling networks for Melbournes eastern suburbs, working with local politicians, councils and land managers, Suburban Rail Loop, new connections with Deakin Uni and future plans.Brett Cotter chats about the Big Bike Film night wrapping up in Victoria, (Geelong, 22 Nov, Melbourne 23 Nov, Mildura 28 Nov, Bendigo 2nd Dec) the films selected, audience feedback, how to book to see screenings, opportunity to win return tickets + cycle touring trip and plans for 2022.
Val and Faith are joined online for another pre-recorded Yarra BUG Radio Show.Our guests this morning are Helen Kratzmann of Pedestrian Safety for Nicholson Street Coburg and Catherine Hall from the Coburg High School Active Transport Committee. Nicholson Street Coburg is a known danger spot for pedestrians and cyclists and the Victorian Department of Transport (who are responsible for the road) have consistently failed to address safety issues in the area as they have been raised by residents. The problems extend all the way to the intersection of Nicholson Street with Bell St and onto Elizabeth Street where pedestrians and cyclists, including many of the almost 1200 students attending Coburg High School, are forced to use inadequate spaces not designed for the safe movement of people on foot and bicycles. In the past five days alone SEVEN motor vehicles have crashed with most ending up on the footpath or running into pedestrian infrastructure. There is no safe direct alternative route for riders in this area, particularly for those whose destination is on Nicholson Street.We touch on the petition organised for Safe Access Over Bell Street Bridge for everyone and the responses to date from local MPs Tim Read and Lizzie Blandthorne, Moreland Council and TheMinister for Road Safety Ben Carroll. To get involved: - sign the petition for safety improvements on the Bell Street bridge - join Pedestrians Safety for Nicholson Street Coburg-join Safe Access over Bell Street Bridge for everyone
On this weeks program Chris interviews Carlton Reid, senior contributor, sustainability for Forbes about COP26, Carlton was previously interviewed on YarraBUG Radio about Emerging issues for pedestrians, bicycle riders & autonomous vehicles in March 2018.Carlton Reid talks about his observations of 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, bureaucratic & generational intransigence on climate change threats, dominance of EV / car industry, no mention of cycling in the "Blue Zone", Transport Day, lack of opportunities for immediate decarbonisation and political courage to reign in vehicle use, stranded assets, over dependance upon future technologies, actions outside COP26, rising influence and power of younger generations, European Cyclist Federation COP26 joint letter on cycling and future COP agendas. Read more: No Bicycling At COP26 Means Quickest Way To Decarbonise Road Transport Is Inexplicably MissingNews & events: contribute your feedback to Moreland Councils Trial separated bike lanes - Kent Road by Wednesday 10 November 2021, watch this virtual ride from Glenroy to Brunswick to see Pascoe Vale's pop-up lanes and new Upfield Path, new Wangaratta separated cycling lanes for Phillipson Street between Sisely Avenue and Edwards Street and it's Ride to Work Day on Wednesday 10 November, see City of Melbourne & Bicycle Network for details.
This weeks show starts with a little bicycle homage to Emma Watkins who's leaving The Wiggles after a decade. Chris interviews Michael Hossen aka Cargo Bike Dad about how he got started with replacing the car for family transport. Micheal is a dad who rides an electric cargo bike with his young family and his motto is "Practicing what I preach. Ride more. Be the change". We chat about bike choice, running costs, security, cycling advocacy in Melbourne, ebikes vs EVs, prior E-cargo bike interview with Paris Lord in Canberra, the Canberra Electric Bike Library, ebikes needing more promotion, outreach and financial accessibility so people can make a easier choice. Follow Cargo Bike dad on twitter, instagram, facebook and Melbourne Cargo Bikes group
On this weeks program Chris chats to Alex Dyer, co-chair of Cycle Wellington, Aotearoa. Alex provides an overview of local cycling advocacy, dealing with Wellington City Council, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, attitudes to cycling, Urban Repair Crews guerilla bike lane, Wellington City Council approving 147km citywide cycling network, the need to lower transport emissions, COVID19 response, Liberate the Lane with Bike Auckland, plans to build a dedicated active transport connection, Wellington City Councils Parklets program, shifting house by cargo bike and Cycle Wellingtons activities during the last 12 months.News & events includes AustRoads Webinar: Cycling for Sustainable Cities, 12 - 1.30pm. Tuesday, 19 October 2021 with Ralph Buehler and John Pucher, newly completed separated cycling lanes at Whiteman Street, Southbank (scroll down) and works commencing on Footscray Pop-up Links (scroll down) as third stage of the projected 100km of VicRoads pop-up bike lanes.
Val and Faith are joined in another Zoom session by Brunswick rider Alice Verrall. We take a look at the mobility bicycles can offer people living with disabilities and the ways in which cycling infrastructure can work to exclude these riders. Cycling can offer a mobility option to many people excluded from driving or unable to walk, but only if we re-asses our assumptions about who is riding a bicycle. Check out Wheels for Wellbeing in theUK for more about making cycling an accessible transport and recreational option for more people.
On this weeks show Chris and Steve chat about an unpleasantly exciting week in Melbourne including increased use of shared bike paths during lockdown 6, creative Nirvana-inspired Strava art in Adelaide and what the UK petrol shortage can tell about short term politics, short term improvements for cycling, changing logistics and reliance upon fossil fuels.Local cycling themed news includes making your feedback / completing surveys for Metro Tunnel Project Development Plans including Parkville Precinct and Domain Precinct draft Development Plan amendments, City of Melbournes Gateway to GMH online survey, the Arden Structure Plan and draft Amendment that includes four strategic cycling corridors and Melbourne's Future Planning Framework which is opportunity to comment upon supporting a integrated transport plan for Victoria, strategic cycling corridors, principal bicycle network and 20 minute neighbourhoods
Val and Faith are joined in the zoom studio for another lockdown broadcast, by Matt de Neef, who some listeners may know as the Climbing Cyclist. Matt has written a book about the Everesting phenomenon; what it is, who is doing it, and why. Tune in to hear how this multi-faceted challenge developed, what drives people to take it on and how Matt tackled his own personal everesting.Everesting by Matt de Neef is published by Hardie Grant at the end of September.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Lucy Maloney who's originally from Melbourne, about her cycling advocacy journey, interest with urban planning, separated cycling infrastructure, riding with children, e-bikes, Vancouvers School Streets program, comparisons with VicRoads roll out of 100km of pop-up bicycle lanes, Yarra Councils previous Making Space projects, Stanley Park temporary bike lane, Comox-Helmcken Greenway, Beach Avenue bike lane and more. Local news includes Australian Walking & Cycling Conference is Global Lessons, Local Opportunities. The online conference will run from the 30 September - 1 October 2021
Somewhere in the world it's National Book Day today so Val and Faith took a look at a handful of books. Some they've read, and some they are planning to. Chris has some local news items including: Expressions of interest for the Yarra Active Transport Committee, Gipps St Bridge moves to planning permit stage and the e-scooter trial approved. If you're interested in finding out more about the books Val or Faith mentioned here they are:Need for the Bike by Paul FournelThe Art of Cycling by James HibbardCurbing Traffic by Melissa Bruntlett & Chris BruntlettCycles and cycling HH Griffin with a Chapter for Ladies by H Davidson
On this weeks program Chris chats to Canberra resident Paris Lord about his introduction to cycling, listening to Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio, riding for transport, riding in Canberra and getting involved with electric cargo bikes. Paris discusses a recent screening of Motherload movie in Canberra (Liz Canning was previous YarraBUG Radio guest back in October 2019) with a online Q&A, electric cargo bike price comparisons, basic cargo bike starter tips and the Canberra Electric Bike Library operated by SEE-Change, Switched on Cycles and supported by the ACT Government
On this weeks program Chris talks to Stephen Nurse about the second edition of his book Cycle Zoo: Bikes for the 21st Century about the vast array of designs and configurations that the bicycle can be designed for, starting with cycling principles, describing types of human powered transport other than the safety bike frame, stories from Melbournes cycling community and tools to get people started. Copies can be ordered at modularbikes.com.auIn cycling-related news: Lauren O'Keefe, Masters student at RMIT’s School of Communication and Media is researching women who cycle in Melbourne with her survey: Wheel Women: the rise and rise of women’s cycling in Melbourne
On this weeks program Chris and Steve discuss upcoming Victoria Road & Station Street pop-up bike lanes in Thornbury, Northcote and Fairfield, Logan Martin taking Olympic gold in the BMX freestyle, another Magpie swooping season, riding in windy weather, crowd sourced riding distance choices via social media, UK Highway Code developing new hierarchy of priority, BBC: Walking and biking prioritised in new Highway Code, Hastily abandoned low-traffic schemes could cost councils funding in the UK, Letter: Division in Dulwich published in Forbes and check out the new Napier Street Cycling Improvements in North Fitzroy
Faith and Val chat about their respective bike moments, womens road cycling at the Olympics, media 'backlash' over bicycle lanes in the Melbourne CBD countered by research, including Berlin study finds only a third as many shoppers came by car than retailers assumed and the historical significance of wattle in Melbourne.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Alice Clarke, freelance journalist, producer and presenter, about her new found appreciation for cycling, what attracted her to consider riding during lockdown life, too many bakery goods at home, how pop-up bike lanes are a game changer, how crap Chapel Street is to ride a bike, changing her previously negative attitude to bicycle riders to a positive one, her mums decision to take up cycling, how planning decisions impact upon how we use the roads and simply making it easier for people to move around.You can read Alices articles at The Age/SMH, including Riding a bike is sweet freedom, even if it might kill me, How riding on Melbourne’s roads made me one of ‘those’ cyclists and also follow her on twitter.
After a minor glitch, Val and Faith start the show with poetry, flowering wattles, bike moments, a call out for listeners to contribute their bike moments, Tour de France news with Eddy Merckx, Giro d'Italia Donne, TAC collaboration with Deakin University, See.Sense and the iMOVE CRC about a smart bicycle light trial and nuanced criticism of some forms of bike lighting and its impacts. News includes changes to bicycle component supply chains and bicycle manufacturing in Portugal, bike events include Melburn Roobaix rescheduled for 29 August 2021 and Port Philip BUG Yalukut William Bike Ride
On this weeks sleep-deprived program Chris catches up with Ruth Jolley about cycling issues in northern Melbourne and particularly, City of Darebin, Ben O'Connor being fabulous at the Tour de France, City of Yarra Budget meeting with 9.1 Notice of Motion No. 4 of 2021 - Support for Additional Cycling Infrastructure including Heildeberg Road pop-up trial, the installation of the southbound separated bicycle lane on Brunswick Street towards Victoria Parade, Marianne Vos dedicating her Giro Donne win to Jolien Verschueren, Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio making our 3CR 2021 radiothon target and finally ... $5.2m funding allocated for the long awaiting Gipps Street steps replacement!Ruth discusses concerns in regards to public consultation and transparency with City of Darebin appearing to stonewall questions about current projects at council meetings with 2021 budget figures for cycling and footpaths spending being apparently reduced by 75%. With more people choosing cycling, Ruth is concerned about her council not showing leadership to improve accessibility, active transport infrastructure and commitment to the future of Darebins Streets for People projects, including funding allocation for Cramer Street in Preston.
Val commences the show with cycling prose, then Val & Faith share their respective bike moments, thanks to Boroondara BUG and everyone who donated to YarraBUG Radio contribution to the 3CR Radiothon appeal - and we not only met but surpassed our $1200 target! Local cycling news includes the new separated pop-up bike lanes citybound on Brunswick Street to Victoria Parade, Yarra Council voted to amend their 2021-22 budget with an extra $280K allocated to cycling infrastructure, 1970s Tour de France history and news on community opposition to a new Bunnings on Glenlyon Street.
On this weeks winter solstice show, Chris interviews Cr James Conlan, Moreland Council and Cr Rohan Leppert, City of Melbourne. Bicycle-themed news includes the impact of last fortnights horrific wind storms (Parks Victoria: Changed conditions and closures and Cycling Tips: Melbournes cycling paradise devastated by storm damage), Le Tour commencing this weekend, another attempt for a Womens Tour de France in 2022 and Yarra Councils long running Bicycle Advisory Committee changing its title and focus to either Sustainable Transport and/or Active Transport Advisory Committee.Cr James Conlan discusses Moreland Councils commitment to active transport, including future changes to De Carle Street, Coburg, making the area safer near a school, Albion Street lane work, pop up bike lanes on Dawson Street between the Upfield bike path and Brunswick Shimmy with Moreland councillors unanimously supporting these projects. Cr Conlan mentions that Moreland wants to have a proactive relationship with Department of Transport similar to that with City of Melbourne. Go to Conversations Moreland: Making walking and cycling safer in Moreland for more details and to make feedback supporting these initiatives.Cr Rohan Leppert discusses a independent review to be commissioned into researching data on changing transport patterns as in the last 12 months, as Melbourne has built protected bicycle lanes in line with Melbourne's Transport Strategy 2030, alongside a rapid mode shift in the CBD. Rohan talks about micromobility, massive changes to food delivery, riding for transport, a reactionary backlash against bicycle infrastructure, Alice Clarkes excellent article 'Riding a bike is sweet freedom, even if it might kill me', four years of capital works included in the next budget meeting on 29 June 2021 and City of Melbournes offer to delivery the long awaited St Kilda separated bicycle lanes.Another reminder - it's 3CR Radiothon time: celebrate everything you love about riding your bike by making a donation to keep 3CR Community Radio and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air for another year and all donations over $2 are tax-deductible!
Celebrate everything you love about riding your bike by making a donation to keep 3CR Community Radio and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air for another year and that all donations over $2 are tax-deductible! This weeks one hour radiothon program has back to back YarraBUG shows, first up with Faith and Val and then the second half hour with Chris and Steve. Starting off with bicycle poetry, then a nice hard sell to help raise $250,000 to keep 3CR on air, bicycle moments, thanking people for donations thus far, getting Lego to include bicycle lanes, Future Melbourne Committee meeting about supporting City of Melbournes seperated bicycle lane roll out, the traditional Mulga Bill's Bicycle recitation and providing feedback to the Plenty River Trail.Continuing the polite hard sell to kick along 3CR Radiothon, Chris and Steve discuss ongoing issues with shared path works and signage in Royal Park, the impact of last weeks wind storms, Alice Clarkes excellent article 'Riding a bike is sweet freedom, even if it might kill me' celebrating her new found love of cycling to work, cycling advocates in Wellington, Aotearoa, taking safety matters into their own hands by installing seperated lanes (Stand-off between Wellington City Council, cyclists over unauthorised pop-up cycleway), and news about the upcoming 2021 edition of Race to the Rock and new Mallee Blast bikepacking adventure in October.Here's that link again: GiveNow Yarra BUG Radio Show on 3CR Community Radio!
On this weeks program Chris talks to Sara Stace about her new roles with WSP and Cycling and Walking Australia and New Zealand (CWANZ) and previous NSW government roles, including the 2020 rapid response to COVID-19 including active transport initiatives, Streets as Shared Spaces Program, pop up bike lanes, Space for Health, community expectations, feedback and creating support across different groups. Local news includes public access to Old Heidelberg Road with City of Yarra considering how the eastern section of Old Heidelberg Road in Alphington is to be used, with feedback closing by 13 June 2021. Watch: 11.5 Old Heidelberg Road Alphington for a public submission from James Tyler from Build Darebin Yarra Link coalition at City of Yarra meeting on 4 August 2020. It's 3CR Radiothon time: celebrate everything you love about riding your bike by making a donation to keep 3CR Community Radio and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air for another year! Since 2008 the Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio Show has been sharing the cycling stories of Melbourne, and beyond, Val, Chris, Faith and Steve are joined in the studio every week by the riders, makers, dreamers, planners, adventurers, fixers and bell ringers living, working, riding and passing through Melbourne. Without 3CR many of YOUR cycling stories wouldn't be heard. Here's that link again: GiveNow Yarra BUG Radio Show on 3CR Community Radio
On this weeks show, Val and Faith discuss the fourth Melbourne covid19 lockdown, bicycle prose and poetry, their respective bike moments, Bidens Infrastructure Bill alongside news of removing US and European cities removing highways and conflicting messages from the Victorian Department of Transport about pedestrians, trucks and active transport targets.Local news includes the upcoming 3CR 2021 Radiothon, donating and keeping radical community radio and Yarra Bicycle Users Group on air.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Matthew Mclaughlin, co-author of The Conversation: Busted: 5 myths about 30km/h speed limits in Australia where leadership is needed to counter myths about 30km/h speed limits that are misinforming public and political opinion. Matthew is a PhD Candidate at the School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle and you can follow him on twitter.Local news includes another examination of transport priorities by Timna Jacks in The Age: State urged to fund walking, cycling projects or miss targets, that includes commentary from Victoria Walks and Streets Alive Yarra plus some extended editorialising about a continual lack of benchmarks and leadership in Victoria.Also Ted Davis from Queensland contacted us recently about a call out for people who participated in the Great Nullabour Bike Ride (GNBR) from Adeliade to Perth (29 September - 26 October 1996) 2021 is the 25th anniversary and Ted who love to hear from anyone who was on the GNBR, contact him on teddavis19542{AT}gmail.comWe’re getting ready to launch 3CR’s Radiothon … support ‘Community Powered Radio’ in June 2021! We’re so proud of our supporters and can’t wait to hear from you all as we raise critical funds to keep the station going for another year. Tax deductible and for the community, YOUR donation will power independent community media that drives dissent and creates change.
On this weeks show, Faith and Val chat about their bike moments, encouraging listeners to call in with their bike moments, a review of the recent Handmade Bike Show and the dangers of diesel pollution on our public health and environment
On this weeks 3CR program, Chris discusses the somewhat slow implementation of 100km of pop-up bicycle lanes, promised in last year by the Victoria State Government (Safer Cycling And More Routes To Keep Melbourne Moving, 7 October 2020) and a lack of safe cycling infrastructure in Darebin, discussed by previous guest Ruth (How you can support Darebin Councils Streets for People project, 26 April 2021) who was interviewed in the Sunday Age (Pop-up bike lanes ripped up, stalled despite cycling upswing, 9 May 2021)This weeks guest is Geoff Smart from Back2Bikes at 525 Williamstown Road, Port Melbourne. We talk about changes to Back2Bikes Sunday program, commencing on 30 May, that will refurbish bikes for people in need with a call out for three volunteers with intermediate bicycle maintenance skills, Back2Bikes activities assisting homeless, asylum seeker and refugee communities, Wednesday Womens nights and connecting case workers and Support Agencies.News includes Bicycling Australia: The Data Is In ... Cycling Participation Numbers Are Way Up, 7 May 2021, quote, "Urban traffic count specialists MetroCount recently took a look at seven random bike monitoring sites across Australia to see how COVID has affected cycling and to compare/contrast trends in different cities before, during and after initial lockdowns"
On this weeks show, Faith and Val discuss their respective bike moments, cycling news and encouraging listeners to call in with their best bicycle user group stories
On this weeks program Chris chats to Ruth, a Darebin resident about safer local walking and cycling and how you can support Darebin Councils Streets for People Preston Activity Link that involves Cramer and Gower Street, other projects such as Streets for People Croxton West Place-Making Project, Streets for People (Northcote, Croxton and Thornbury) and improving integration with state government projects like the recently announced better bike links included in four level crossing removals in Oakover Road, Bell Street, Cramer Street, and Murray Road, Preston and VicRoads Strategic Cycling CorridorsAlso refer to Change.org petition: Safe pedestrian crossing for Elizabeth Street (between Bell street and Murray road)Ruth suggests that anyone living in near Cramer Street, Preston who supports safer walking and cycling, to attend the next Darebin Council meeting on Monday 26 April 2021 (Agenda of Council Meeting, refer to Item 9.1 Cramer Street (West) on page 982), appear in person, submit a question (Public Questions can be made online by noon on the day of the meeting) and contact Darebin councillors.You can join the Darebin Bicycle Users Group facebook group to stay in touch.Local cycling-themed news includes Yarra Council voting to proceed with southbound seperated bicycle lanes from Brunswick Street to Victoria Parade as a partnership with Department of Transport (Item 8.4 in CoY 20 April 2021 minutes), Victoria finally falling into line with other Australian states and territories with Mandatory minimum passing distances for bicycles and vehicles, Amy Gillett Foundation: A Metre Matters Everywhere, additional updates on Victoria State Government pop-up bike lanes project, news about Darebin-Yarra connectors, St Georges Road Link and a e-scooter trial in three local council areas later in 2021.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Michael Hands to chat about the Handmade Bicycle Show coming up May 7-9. Like so many other things, the Handmade Bicycle Show was on hold during 2020 but is now back, in a beautiful new venue, celebrating the craft and passion that goes into building beautiful bicycles. We were planning to also chat about the Dirty Pig and Whistle but were so caught up with the HBS that we ran out of time. Follow the link above and check it out when you have a moment.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Jurgen Heikamp from Dutch Cargo bike about the E Cargo Bike Demo Day at Edinburgh Gardens in North Fitzroy, 10am - 2pm, Sunday 18th April 2021. We also discuss e-cargobikes can do, last kilometre logistics, increased use for local freight, basic technical details, capacity, gearing, distance, charging requirements and what payment options are available as e-bikes can be more expensive than a bike although running costs are equal out when compared to a car,Cycling-themed news includes change of seasons impact upon your riding, France offering financial incentives to change from older cars to e-bikes, quick overview of "Low traffic neighbourhoods: Making fairer, safer, cities" by Rachel Aldred, an example of pedal-powered mobility options from NZ, 30kmph speed limits in Hotham Street with reference to the previous Thanks for 30 campaign (13 August 2018) and the attempt to reinvent a train tunnel in Las Vegas.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Tom Flood from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada about his creative cut through messaging about riding to school with kids, car culture, cycling advocacy, The All-Powerful Bicycle Lobby, aggressive vehicle design and more.Local bicycle-themed news includes a possible early announcement about Victoria's long overdue minimum passing distance legislation, Wheel Women on the lookout for more Ride Leaders and Noble Park Dandenong Cycling Club becoming dual state track champions in Team Sprint & Team Pursuit, only two years after the demolition of Maurice Kirby velodrome
Faith and Val chat about the beginning of the European road cycling calendar, bike moments, autumn, Capital City Trail improvements, Southbank and police fining riders, City of Melbourne acclerating cycling infrastructure work, Moreland Council shared zone trials, the huge advertising spent for safety bikes in 1890s and its social impacts, local government support for active transport and Streets Alive Yarra.
On this weeks program, Chris talks to Lena Huda about 30 Please, a campaign to reduce speed limits on Australian streets. Many cities overseas have implemented 30km speed limits to improve resident liveability, access and travel options, Lena discusses why Australia hasn't moved to make our streets friendly and steps you can take to improve our neighbourhoods.Local news includes March4Justice in Melbourne, Brunswick East Primary School drop off & pick up trial and Style over speed ride on Sunday 18 April organised by Bicycle Belle.
Back in the 3CR studio, Chris talks to Liz Kim, General Manager, Mobility at RACV, about Lets Ride Melbourne, a joint project between RACV, GoodCycles, City of Melbourne, City of Yarra, and City of Port Phillip, that has an emphasis upon new, intending riders and includes the arevo app, cycling routes, bike skills workshops, free summer bike assist offer and more.Local news includes yet another Southbank cycling fine blitz from Victoria police where the issue isn't end users, it's the lack of progress improving existing infrastructure due to changed usage, as the area is part of the Capital City Trail. Moreland Bicycle Users Group have their Wonder Women - International Women's Day Ride on Sunday 7th March, starting 2pm at 1 Champ Street, Coburg, event is free but it's essential to register Second interview: Chris talks to Bronwen Kamasz from Environmental Performance Authority about their project Hidden in Plain Sight, exploring how Yarra residents responded to their local area during COVID lockdowns and requesting Yarra cyclists to contribute their observations about living through 250 days of lockdown for upcoming site-specific performances on 27 and 28 March 2021, email: epaperformance[AT]gmail.com
Val and Faith kick off the show with a live crossover to Treasury Gardens where a protest is underway over the State government's continued felling of native trees against scientific advice. We return to the studio to share our bike moments and a coupleof new found pieces of bike literature from Val. Making plans for the autumn we take a look at some gravel events you might want to put in your diary:The Outer Wombat Gravel GrindGravel GiroGrom Pre II de WalchaThe Dirty Pig and Whistle Gravel RideFrostbite Gravel XLas well as an awesome Entry Level Bikepacking weekend run by Melburn Durt.
On this weeks program: after being knocked for six by Fridays COVID19 Stage 4 lockdown, Chris and Steve do a quick workaround in the 'home studio annex' and chat about Heidelberg Road Pop-up lanes in the media, (also refer to Save the Heidelberg Road bike lanes petition and last fortnights program: Talking about Heidelberg Road pop up lanes) bicycle mechanic training in Victoria, alongside ABS 'Miscellaneous Labourers' classification of occupations and history of Canning and Richardson Street intersection works in Carlton North.Local news & events includes Back2Bikes in Port Melbourne have a Sunday Workshop Manager role available, please contact them directly by 1 March 2021.Yarra Council: Yarra Trail between Burnley and Dight falls, tree pruning is scheduled from 9-3pm on Tues 9 Feb for approximately 10 days. Yarra Valley Water: Sewer main works along Darebin Creek Trail near Sheehan Rd, Heidelberg West from 10-20 February. Works carried out 8am-5pm daily, including night works 17-20 Feb. The trail will remain open at all times.Social rides with RMIT Cycling: Join other RMIT students and get active with social rides with the RMIT Cycling Club fortnightly on Sunday mornings (Beginner) and Tuesday afternoon (Intermediate) exploring some of Melbourne's great cycling paths and routes
Faith and Val are joined in the studio today by Jeremy Lawrence of Streets Alive Yarra. We chat about what Streets Alive do and Infrastructure Victoria's Draft 30 Year Stratgey, out for consultation now.
Back in the 3CR studio for 2021, Chris interviews Jeremy, Emma, Steve and Andrew about their observations and feedback riding the newly Department of Transport installed Heidelberg Road pop up lanes. Thank you for Streets Alive Yarra for permission to use audio from their video. You can also send your feedback to VicRoads here. Cycling-themed news includes a quick recap of Dr Craig Frys interview about the 125th Melbourne to Warrnambool anniversary ride held in December 2020 with Mark Ferguson creating a new video about the event, Canning Street, Carlton to have a 'Green Wave' installed to assist cyclist peak commuter flows, Moreland Bicycle User Group social ride on 3rd February, Big Bike Film Night returns to Melbourne on 10th February and please subscribe to 3CR during February 2021 to keep radical radio on-air.
Faith and Val are back in the studio for the first live program of 2021! We kick off the program with a couple of news items including; Victoria Walks release of their position paper on Safe Urban Speed Limits. Often it is very difficult for local councils to change speed limits and Victoria Walks think it should be easier forcouncils to implement lower speed limts near schools, activity centres and residential areas. We tend to agree! - Infrastructure Victoria have realeased their research paper (does everyone spend the summer holidays writing papers?) on policy options to get Melbourne moving post-2020, called Transporting Melbourne. It includes suggestions such as financial incentives to encourage people to ride to work (page 50) and fast-tracking infrstructure like the the St Kilda Rd bike lanes and others to encourage peopleto see riding as a safe option, (page 53). - The Environmental Performance Authority performance group is an ecological performance group that focuses on how we are interconnected with our environment. Their project Hidden In Plain Sight seeks to uncover and share the hidden places and pleasures we discovered in the City of Yarra during the lockdowns of 2020. Get along to the introductory forum at Bargoonga Nganjin Library, North Fitzroy at 6:30pm Thursday February 4th, share what you discovered and hear all about the project. EPA will make dances and a sensory walk and bike ride to celebrate some of these places and insights on March 27th and 28th. You can register to attend the fourm here. Val talks about H G Wells, a source of some of his best biccyle stories, before we move on to some upcoming events imncluding: the Great Otway Gravel Grind, the Outer Wombat Gravel Grind and a second GromPre as well as the come-back of the Full Moon Ride this coming Friday.(Listen for details from Val)
On this weeks program Chris does a recap of riding for transport issues, public health and public space after massive impact of COVID19 upon how we live and move about our streets and cities.Interviews included Phil Barton, Warwick Duncan from Railtrails Australia, Dr Fiona Gray, Simon Howell, Cr Susanne Newton, Renee Dikeni, Dr Ben Beck, Megan Sharkley on Space For Health campaign, Sam Hibbins, Cr Jackie Fristacky, Dan Kneipp, Philip Mallis, Philip Mallis (2), Zoë McMaster, Luke Poland, Alice Prior, Alice Prior (2), David Blom, Steve Barnett, Cr Rohan Leppart, Cr Rohan Leppart (2), Juliet Hall, Helen McDonald, Toby from The Cherry Tree Hotel, Tim Goldby from Moonee BUG, Matthew Townsend and Roland Postma from Planners Declare.News and events include pop up bicycle lanes and active transport news from Darebin Council South Crescent pop up lanes, Moreland Council: Making walking and cycling safer in Moreland, VicRoads Heidelberg Road pop up lanes, Yarra Council Making Space and Lloyds of London rapidly exiting fossil fuel projects insurance.This weeks guest is Dr Craig Fry, cycling historian and writer, who organised a 125th year anniversary ride of the first Melbourne to Warrnambool cycling race, we discuss the Warnys rich history, Craigs long family history with the race and fundraising for Oz Cycling Futures. Read more: The long and winding road of an Australian cycling race older than Tour de France, Fundraising Melbourne to Warrnambool pays tribute to legendary race and Riders complete anniversary ride of Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Classic.
Val and Faith chat about their respective bike moments, Darebin Council opening their first pop-up bike lane trial on South Crescent, Northcote, no marked lines on Napier Street, e-bike recall, Victoria’s Draft 30-Year Infrastructure Strategy from Infrastructure Victoria, Streets Alive Yarra overview and the 125th anniversary of the Melbourne to Warrnambool cycling race.
On this weeks program Chris speaks to Roland Postma about the Australian Planners Declare movement, how planning issues intersect with literally aspect of our lives, including proactive responses to climate, biodiversity and transport crises, historical reasons why planning regulations lack commitment and how you can get involved in future actions.Local news includes VicRoads announcement of 100kms of new bicycle lanes across Melbourne, commencing with installation of pop-up bike lanes on Heidelberg Road in Darebin / Yarra Council areas, Abbotsford Cycles Swap meet for Saturday 19 December and Moreland Bicycle Users Group ride to Kew on Wednesday 9 December.
Faith and Val chat about their bike moments, jacarandas, Moreland BUGs AGM, deaths of bicycle delivery riders in Sydney, lack of commitment for active transport in the 2020-21 Victoria State Budget and Iain Treloars article "The dictator, the oligarch and the UCI president" published by Cycling Tips. Events include Abbotsford Cycles Swap meet on 19 December and opening of the Farren Collection afterwards and Melbourne Durt recommencing weekly rides.
This week back in the 3CR studio, Chris chats to Matthew Townsend about Safer Cycling for Stonnington about working towards safer and healthier transport, shared spaces for pedestrians and cyclists, and a renaissance of outdoor dining on Stonnington's streets and what needs to happen to make Chapel Street and Stonnington more attractive and safer for active transport.Local news includes Ben Carrols announcement on twitter about a pop-up bike route along Heidelberg Road from Fairfield to Collingwood, heads up via Brompton Junction about Yarra City Council works at Canning Street and Richardson Street in Carlton North, VicRoads: Hawthorn Bridge temporary scaffolding works - notification of minor detour to pedestrians and bicycle riders from Yarra Boulevard to Main Yarra Trail,Yarra Valley Water Works: Fairfield Pipe Bridge closure from 9am-3pm from 23-27 November for safety improvement works and College Street Cycleway returns in Sydney.Four delivery riders have died in three months on Sydneys roads (now FIVE deaths as of Monday afternoon) which shows how 'gig economy' companies have failed to provide adequate training, wages and a safe working environment.
On this weeks program, Chris returns to the 3CR studio after months recording at home and it's good, all good! This weeks interviews are with Tim Goldby from a reinvigorated Moonee Valley Bicycle Users Group and Cr Rohan Leppert, newly re-elected Greens councillor at City of Melbourne. Local news includes easing COVID19 restrictions for metro Melbourne and regional Victoria and the quite startling Yarra Council election results with a Greens majority which has implications for local active transport.Tim Goldby chats about his previous work with the Bicycle Channel, local bicycle advocacy, anecdotes about local cycling, working with local councils, the under maintained Moonee Ponds Creek Trail and getting involved with Moonee Valley Bicycle Users Group.Cr Rohan Leppert from City of Melbourne chats about Little Streets, people getting used to new pedestrianised treatments, working with Department of Transport and City of Melbournes accelerated construction of protected bicycle lanes.
On this weeks program recorded at home, with a producer cat knocking things over in the background, Chris chats to Toby from The Cherry Tree Hotel in Cremorne about their home grown bicycle delivery service, modifying a baby pink Schwinn Debutante ("The Unicorn") as payload bike to the fleet, keeping the business ticking over during Stage 4 lock down and the upcoming 2020 Cremorne Cup.Cycling-themed news includes Parks Victoria tender announced for the intergenerational process of upgrading Gipps Street Ramps in Abbotsford, Guardian article Despite a loud opposing minority, low-traffic neighbourhoods are increasingly popular being quote tweeted by Ben Carroll, Victoria's Minister for Public Transport, Minister for Roads and Road Safety and an online survey How has COVID-19 changed the way you travel? from i.e.community that has 16 questions plus the opportunity to help shape how Melbourne can emerge from lockdown and also go into the running to win a $200 voucher to spend at your local bike shop.
On this weeks program recorded at home, Chris catches up with Alice Prior from Parents' Voice about last weeks government announcement, their recent survey that found 94 per cent of Australian parents support greater government investment in infrastructure, getting kids riding and back to school as Stage 4 COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across Victoria.Bicycle-themed news includes potentially huge news with Minister for Roads and Road Safety Ben Carrolls annoucement of "100 kilometers of new and improved cycling routes will be delivered across key inner-Melbourne suburbs to make it easier and safer for people cycling to and from the CBD" and minimum passing distance legislation to be introduced in 2021 although it may pay to be cautious about what is actually enacted and also remember what was previously promised (Oct 2016: Active Transport Victoria launched by State Government)It's council election time for many across Victoria: read YarraBUGs City of Yarra election: 2020 Candidate Questionnaire which includes links to other candidate surveys from Streets Alice Yarra, Yarra Climate Action Now, Bicycle Network, Glen Eira BUG, Moreland BUG and Bike Melbourne.International news includes Transport for Under Two Degrees project that reports that active transport can assist decarbonisation, also see, Carlton Reid: Bicycles And Buses Will Be Future’s Dominant Modes Of Urban Mobility, Predict 346 Transport Experts
Once again recording from lounge rooms, kitchen tables and homes across Melbourne, Val and Faith are joined in their virtual studio by Jenica Brooke and Moses Chitima for this edition of the Yarra BUG Radio Show.We all share our bicycle moments before moving on to the subject ofd the day; the upcoming Bicycle Network Board elections. Jenica and Moses both introduce themselves, share a little about themselves and their cycling lives and talk about why they want to be elected to the Bicycle Network Board and why you should vote for them.
On this weeks 3CR program produced at home due to COVID19 restrictions with one of our talented cats as producer, Chris talks to Juliet Hall and Helen McDonald from The Merri Creek Bridge Group about their story getting a new bridge built between Northcote and Brunswick, what they learnt along the way, getting Darebin and Moreland councils to listen to community concerns and importantly, getting a positive (and built!) outcome that supports local active transport.Local news includes another positive outcome with Yarra Council voting (15 September 2020 Meeting minutes, this is the link to download the pdf) to proceed with 12 month trials with Elizabeth Street protected bicycle lanes in Richmond and the Park Street contra-flow to relieve pressure off the nearby Capital City Trail in Carlton / Fitzroy North during and after Stage 4 restrictions, local bike shops being able to reopen and the Walmer Street Bridge Coalition starting another petition (Change.org: It's time to replace Walmer Street Bridge!) to restart the campaign to replace the no longer fit-for-purpose bridge over the Yarra River between Abbotsford and Kew.
Coming to you from lounge rooms and kitchen tables across the country this week's edition of the Yarra BUG Radio Show features significantly less barking dogs than some past episodes. Val and Faith are joined by Jorja Creighton, to talk about prioritizing joy, creating space for everyone without patronizing them to death and the very awesome sounding Super Jambo Grom Pre coming up in November.
On this weeks 3CR program produced at home due to Stage 4 lockdown, Chris talks to Philip Mallis about his article written for people new to cycling (My advice for people who are new to riding bikes during COVID-19) Philip was interviewed earlier this year about journey planning for new & intending riders during COVID-19.News includes a 8-bit homage to Tour de France it's final week, watching SBS Cycling Central and the online entertainment of #couchpeloton, #sbstdf, #toursnacks, #fieldart, #tourcats and #tourdogs.Other news includes the gradual lifting of Stage 4 restrictions in Melbourne with two hours exercise allowed per day, a transcription excerpt of Premier highlights pandemic need to remake our streets and urban areas and how you can support City of Yarras Making Space projects (Elizabeth Street bicycle lane, Park Street bicycle projects, Centre median on Nicholson Street, Abbotsford) by making your submission or question to the Council Meeting by 10am Tuesday 15th September.Read more: Call to action, Watch City of Yarra livestream from 7pm Tuesday 15th September 2020.
Val and Faith are back on Zoom recording from garden sheds and kitchens across the suburbs in Melbourne's stage four restrictions. We kick off the show with our bicycle moments which this week focus on finding the small joys within our tiny 5km worlds, before we take a look at some news.We wonder out loud what the changes to Melbourne Metropolitan's Stage four restrictions will be, you can check out the most recent iteration here; we mention the shocking 'spear tackle' of Korey Penny riding his bike on St KIida Rd and remind listeners about the importance of their feedback about the Elizabeth Street separated bike lane. Faith talks about the application by Bunnings to build a store in Glenlyon Rd Brunswick and the problems a proposed del]velopment like this can cause when it doesn't take into account established bicycle networks and the impact of the traffic they plan to generate on those networks. If you use Glenlyon RD to get to Brunswick Secondary College, RMIT, Brunswick Baths, Sydney Rd, Ewing St, Brunswick South Primary, the East Brunsick Shimmy or Sumner Park or any other of the many destinations Glenlyon Rd provides acces to, then you should lodge your objection at Morleand Council by September 16th. You can find the planning application and advice on lodging an objection here. It is important that your objection reference your personal experience and the impact on you and/or your family. You can get in touch with Moreland BUG if you have concerns about this application.Val provides an insight into the sugar strike of 1911, an inspiration for bicycle activists everywhere!
On this weeks iso-recorded-at-home program Chris chats to Zoë McMaster who shares her observations of being involved with Healthy Streets Approach, managed by UK transport charity Sustrans and funded by Transport for London.Healthy Streets approach assists local boroughs (equivalent of Australian councils and shires) to deliver, advocate and assist in local active travel projects and provide extra resources working with communities during and after COVID19 lockdown.Local news includes City of Melbourne announcing Little Streets, (Flinders Lane, Little Collins, Little Bourke, Little Lonsdale) and a new Vic Health survey (Footpaths & bike lanes key to active travel post coronavirus) revealing three in four (76%) Victorians want local and state governments to adapt infrastructure so more people can walk or ride.Quote: VicHealth Executive Manager of Programs Kirstan Corben said it was encouraging to see councils create environments that promote walking and riding for both transport and recreation. “Since the coronavirus pandemic began it’s been fantastic to see Victorian councils like the City of Moreland, City of Yarra, City of Melbourne and City of Greater Bendigo make changes so it’s easier for residents and commuters to walk, ride or scoot around their communities for enjoyment during lockdown and travel when restrictions allow,” Ms Corben said.
In this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show recorded remotely from lounge rooms, kitchens and studies across Melbourne during Lockdown 2.0 Val and Faith are joined by our guest Norsham Husaini. We all share our bike moments, and discover a mutal dislike of #burbing, before we move on to talk about the videos Norsham has been producing during lockdown. Norsham's videos are Q&A sessions with friends around the globe, recorded separatley while both he and his interviewee are riding their bikes, and then edited together by Norsham. We talk about the effect riding has onloosening ourminds, as people ponder their responses and the thoughtfulness it evokes in both interviewees and listeners and the surprises that come out of this. You can check out Norsham's videos via his intagram account @norshamhusaini or on You Tube. We finish with a small digression about wattle and cycling and a reminder that the Tour de France is coming up.
On this weeks program recorded in the front room, Chris chats to Luke Poland from Sustrans about the recent Bicycle Network webinar, Learnings from London: How active travel can drive lockdown recovery.Local news includes City of Melbourne gaining Department of Transport support for fast-tracking 40km of seperated bike lanes to help active transport during and post COVID-19 pandemic and how you can support the ongoing Yarra Making Space initiative, including the Park Street contra flow bicycle lanes to ease the crowded Linear Park Trail in Fitzroy and Carlton North and the temporary Elizabeth Street seperated bike lanes in Richmond.Luke discusses actions taken in London to improve physical distancing with active transport, how UK transport authorities differ in regards to positive working collaborations when compared to here in Victora, how UK walking and cycling advocates have a greater impact, work done by Tactical Urbanistas to brighten up urban spaces and even what you can do during the Melbourne lock down.Speakers included Melissa Cazzato (Transport for London), Fran Graham (London Cycling Campaign), Brian Deegan (Urban Movement), Tactical Urbanistas and Stuart Outhred (RACV). Watch the presentation + Q&A on YouTube
This week's remotely recorded show produced in lockdown from lounge rooms and kitchen tables around Melbourne features Kat Carter as our guest. Kat Carter is a Melbourne physiotherapist and cyclist and we've had her on the show a couple of times to talk about the things that happen to your body on the bicycle, good AND bad. This time, we thought we'd focus on indoor cycling, with so many of you spending so much time riding indoors during lockdown. Kat talks about bike set up, what are the differences for your body and its movement compared to outdoor riding and what to keep an eye out for as well as what to enjoy! Kat has recently moved and can be found at Kat Carter Physio when she isn't talking to us!
On this weeks program, Chris speaks to Alice Prior from Parent's Voice about their recent poll that found 94 per cent of Australian parents support greater government investment in infrastructure so parents and children can safely walk, cycle and scoot to school. We chat about the things anyone can do to improve moving about their suburb and future changes needed for happier, healthy communities.Cycling-themed news: Victoria deals with the heartbreak and complexities of Stage 4 COVID-19 restrictions until mid September, while in better news, Boris Johnsons UK government recently launched a £2 billion package for cycling and walking, which includes 150 miles of protected cycle track, bicycles to be prescribed on the NHS and more.
Faith and Val are recording from home again duirng Melbourne's Lockdown 2.0. In this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show we share our bike moments before heading back in time to inner city Sydney of the 1970s. Our guest this week is Warren Salomon, publisher of Freewheeling Magazine. Freewheeling Magazine was published between 1977 and 1989 and Warren describes how not only did the magazine doument the bike politics and bike tours of the day but how most of those involved with the magazine were actively engaged in trying to change the world! We talk about the Geelong Bike Plans, Alan Parker, touring routes across Australia, the representation of women in the magazine and the transition from a 'lefty' passion project to a commercial publication. Check out digitised Freewheeling Magazine issues here and the Freewheeling archive on instagram.
Due to Stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions we are returning to recording remote (under cat supervision) but still broadcasting on 3CR! This week Chris bails up Steve to discuss his latest tubeless wheelset acquisition and an introduction to if tubeless tyres are a feasible option for commuters & off road riding. Local news includes the global increase in cycling due to COVID-19 with The Humble Bicycle on Rear Vision (Radio National), make your feedback to Your Say Yarra (Making Space in Yarra) for a new bike lane for Park Street, Fitzroy North and Possible temporary closure of Trenerry Crescent, Clifton Hill.This weeks interview is with David Blom from Metro East Bicycle User Group with a catch up about the Hawthorn to Box Hill Trail project, including AECOM consultants report and Metro East BUGs feedback to the process to improve existing and new connections including Ringwood to Croydon and the Main Yarra Trail. David mentions that shared paths in south east Melbourne being heavily used during Stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions including Box Hill to Ringwood and Eastlink trails. David also discusses the Anniversary Trail, Djerring Trail, new sections of the Yarra Rail Trail and improved walking and cycling infrastructure with the Level Crossing Removal Project.
Val and Faith are back producing the program remotely from two different suburbs. This week's program is a patchwork of cycling and we kick off as usual with a reading from Val and our bike moments. Val is enjoying bike moments in his local park while Faith's rides through the Wombat forest have been marred by news of mining exploration there. If you enjoy the serenity then consider this petition to stop the mining. We take a quick look at local news including the Covid19 response from Moreland Council last week approving $2.4 million of pedestrian and cycling projects. This week Faith managed to catch up with Anthony Aisenberg of CrowdSpot about the BikeSpot 2020 project. Now that the 2020 data collection project has finished Anthony takes us through some of the key findings and why data on perceptions of safety amongst cyclists is so useful. You can take a look at the final project report here or check out the interactive map here. We finish up with a literary interlude from Val.
Since April 2020 YarraBUG Radio has done a series of interviews on supporting safe movement for active travel and public health initiatives due to the COVID19 epidemic including Cr Rohan Leppert (City of Melbourne), Cr Jackie Fristacky (Yarra City Council), Dan Kneipp, CEO (Amy Gillett Foundation), Sam Hibbins MP (Victorian Greens Transport spokeperson), Megan Sharkey and Dr Ben Beck about #SpaceForHealth and Philip Mallis offer to assist riders plan their journeys. On todays program, Chris and Steve conduct a critique on Yarra City Councils meeting on 23 June 2020 about their COVID-19 Response Trials for a proposed fast rollout of trial vehicle diversions, bike lane extensions and walking circuits. Please feel free to provide additional feedback and make a useful nuisance of yourself at Making Space in Yarra.At their July meeting, Moreland Council are considering additional infrastructure due to COVID19 concerns. Read minutes here regarding items for Safe Movement of Pedestrians and Cyclists - COVID-19 Response and Removal of car parking spaces to support cycling infrastructure. Do you walk or ride the Capital City Trail/Linear Reserve in North Fitzroy/Carlton and would like to see improved lighting in the area? If so please email Mark at Open Space ASAP in support.
On this weeks program Chris returns to the 3CR studio after a looooong time away recording in the front room under the supervision of several cats. News includes Yarra City Councils COVID19 Response Trials location and concept plans, Leisure and Walking Circuits, Carlton North LAPM Scheme Draft Recommendations and the speedy delivery of temporary seperated bicycle lanes on Elizabeth Street, Richmond.Moreland Bicycle Users Group are asking for public support on a failed promise to construct seperated infrastructure on Cumberland Street (scroll down for newsletter), Pascoe Vale and more Yarra City Council news with upgrade works for Gipps St /Collins Bridge that could be a mess if not correctly sign posted as earthworks are occuring at Walmer Street Bridge just around the corner.This weeks guest is Cr Rohan Leppert, we discuss City of Melbourne plans to fast-track the delivery of 40 kilometres of bike lanes to help people travel safely and support city businesses to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.Melbourne City Greens: Climate Coronavirus and congestion: a transport revolution: The climate emergency hasn’t stepped aside for the pandemic. This unprecedented expenditure on active transport is only a start, but it’s the start we need if we are serious about planning a sustainable city of the future. Let’s do this.It's 3CR June Station Appeal time: we know many of you are doing it tough. So this call-out for donations is for those of you who can afford it. If you can, please dig deep to ensure that 3CR stays alive and thrives. You'll also keep Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio on 3CR on-air as there's not many (if any?) dedicated cycling radio programs like us in Australia!
Read here History Ride The Man with Rubber Pedals makes a return as do the tactics of the NYPD in regards to the bicycle. One as a target of confiscation, the other an armour-plated battering ram. I have uploaded a copy of a CM ride from 2003. Melbourne's Hidden History. Many thanks to Justin Mansfield for a copy, not much has changed. Photo Tawntime in Lightfootlaund Don Ash #dogsofburnleypark.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Cr Jackie Fristacky (Yarra City Council) and Dan Kneipp, CEO (Amy Gillett Foundation).Jackie Fristacky discusses what actions Yarra Council are doing to support active transport and local businesses during COVID19 including pop-ups for businesses and potential changed use of Park Street in Carlton North to ease pressure on the Capital City Trail/Linear Park. Watch the upcoming Yarra Council meeting on 23 June 2020 for a officers report update.As the new AGF CEO, Dan Kneipp speaks about #TempBikeLanes campaign, supporting cycling initiatives during and beyond COVID19 ("No Lycra in sight: Why more women aren't cycling or walking"), AGFs recent youGov survey results ("Almost nine-in-10 Australians support pop up bike lane plan"), his observations on Australian cycling advocacy and responding to criticism of the foundation. It's 3CR June Station Appeal time: we know many of you are doing it tough. So this call-out for donations is for those of you who can afford it. If you can, please dig deep to ensure that 3CR stays alive and thrives. You'll also keep Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio on 3CR on-air as there's not many (if any?) dedicated cycling radio programs like us in Australia!
On this weeks show Chris talks to Sam Hibbins, member for Prahran and Victorian Greens Transport spokeperson, about immediate need for new cycling infrastructure, funding and building a safe bike network that creates jobs and supports physical distancing during the COVID19 pandemic as part of the Green New Deal. As cities across the world quickly implement cycling infrastructure, the Victorian state government continues to do nothing, despite a massive boom with cycling across Australia.News includes VicRoads Sydney Road report that illustrates that users support parking removal for protected bicycle lanes, the report was made public after a Freedom of Information request by The Age, The Conversation: Coronavirus is a ‘sliding doors’ moment. What we do now could change Earth’s trajectory and Sensible Transport Institute "Keeping public transport safe under COVID-19 restrictions" as the threat of COVID-19 has caused the largest shift in travel behaviour in living memory.
This weeks Yarra Bicycle Users Group program is from our front room again in response to the COVID-19 crisis, on this weeks edition, Chris and Steve discuss two recent passings, first up with the legacy of vehicular cycling advocate John Forester and Kraftwerk founding member Florian Schneider, known for his massive influence upon music and dedication to cycling.Chris does a follow up on last fortnights interview with Dr Ben Beck about #SpaceForHealth, this week with Megan Sharkey, we discuss about responses from City of Melbourne (Car parks out, footpaths and cycling lanes in as city prepares for post-COVID commuters) and Yarra City Council (video link: 24 minute mark 9.1: Physical Distancing and Public Space Opportunities), the recent announcement by NSW government (More cycleways, streets to shut, footpaths widened under NSW's COVID-19 plan), restrictions and limitations upon what councils can implement, overseas examples and what people can do to support Space for Health campaign in their local area by contacting councils, politicians and organisations. 3CR Station Appeal is coming soon: many of you will be familiar with 3CR's annual Radiothon fundraiser - it's when our listeners literally keep the station going with their generous donations. It's a vibrant and busy time each June at the station, and an all-in effort from our volunteers, staff and supporters. But in 2020, under Covid-19 restrictions, we need to do things a bit differently. So stay tuned for our June Station Appeal - it'll be online, on-point, and be asking those of you who can to make a donation to keep 3CR alive.
We take a look at indoor cycling and the software that enhances it. Why it's so popular during Covid19 restrictions and how it works to keep your social life alive and what you need to get set up.
This weeks Yarra Bicycle Users Group program is coming to you from our front room in response to the COVID-19 crisis, read more at 3CR's response to Covid-19 and you can also share a message and connect to communityOn this weeks program, Chris and Steve discuss huge increases in cycling on Melbournes shared paths during COVID-19, how most of this existing infrastructure is not fit for purpose and what steps should be taken to remedy the situation of crowded public spaces and access. (Push for major Melbourne roads to become cyclist-only thoroughfares | What do we want life in Melbourne to look like on the other side?)This weeks interview is with Dr Ben Beck, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University and President of the Australasian Injury Prevention Network (AIPN) on the immediate requirement for decision makers to create #SpaceForHealth during and post-COVID-19 crisis.As doctors, nurses, public health and transport researchers, health promotion organisations and industry groups, we fully support individuals, communities, and governments in their rapid and effective action in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognise the importance of social distancing, with particular need to protect the most vulnerable.Read the letter: Doctors, public health and transport researchers call on government to enable safe walking and cycling during the COVID-19 pandemic and into the futureChange.org petition: #SpaceForHealth, a call for safer walking & cycling space in Australia NOW!
Val and Faith take to their repective laptops for this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show. Val shares a particularly long and slightly grim reading before we both share our respctive bike moments. As you can imagine with #Covid19 restrictions on bike riding it's the small details that will count. We take a look at some news, including NZ to invest in widening footpaths and installing temporary cycleways to cater for ongoing distancing requirements, a bike boom in Melbourne and the Boulie tacker strikes again after an extended hiatus in Melbourne. We also take a look at the Medium article (Belgian-Dutch Study: Why in times of Covid-19 you cannot walk/run/ride close to each other (Note: the title of this article has been changed and edits have been added since it was originally published) and the wide-sweeping generalisations that were drawn from it over subsequent days. We examine the reception of the article, some subsequent responses and what can be said about the article. Here's a great interview with the lead researcher Bert Blocken whose white paper was stretched beyond the boundaries of science by the internet. Anthony Aisenberg is our Zoom guest this week and we chat to him about the 2020 BikeSpot project, how you can share your preceptions of safety about your riding routes and how Covid19 may provide extra insight this time around. Find out more about BikeSpot 2020 here.
This weeks Yarra Bicycle Users Group program is from our front room again in response to the COVID-19 crisis, read more at 3CR's response to Covid-19. On this weeks program: Chris does a overview on Melbourne cycling news, including Yarra Bicycle Advisory committee meetings postponed until possibly June 2020, new Bennett Street Priority Crossing in Fitzroy North, provide your feedback to BikeSpot 2020 about safe/unsafe cycling locations, are Australian cities following other cities lead on creating immediate tactical cycling provision in response to Covid-19? Short answer: doesn't look like it, unlike Germany and New Zealand: Pop-up bike lanes help with coronavirus physical distancing in Germany | New Zealand First Country To Fund Pop-Up Bike Lanes, Widened Sidewalks During Lockdown and a highly contentious Medium article about physical distancing while running and cycling. (Wired:Are Running or Cycling Actually Risks for Spreading Covid-19?)The following recordings are from Step Away from the Car 2.0 series of podcasts, recorded at the 2019 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference. ScRamble: how much fun and happiness can a primary school have before, during and after a National Walk to School Day? The ScRamble project in Adelaide pushed the envelope, and the schools are still reaping the benefits. Bridgette Minuzzo was lead artist with the project. Videos of the project are available here and here.Some Light in the Tunnels for Sydney’s Greenway: twenty years ago, some Sydney visionary cyclists, bushcare enthusiasts and community representatives laid claim to an abandoned freight-rail corridor with an eye to creating a haven for nature, cyclists and the community in general. Twenty years of determination in the face of setbacks finally sees Sydney’s Greenway project acquire funding. Environmental engineer Alexa McAuley is involved in the planning.
Val and Faith find themselves staying at home with the rest of Melbourne (and beyond) due to Covid-19. We share our bike moments and some news before having a think about what we can do instead of riding our bikes as much as we'd like. Val thinks it's time to work on your bike, maybe swap over your bar tape, while Faith is planning on some DIY bikepacking bags.
This weeks Yarra Bicycle Users Group program is coming to you from our front room in response to the COVID-19 crisis, read more at 3CR's response to Covid-19. Are you a new or intending rider in Melbourne due to COVID-19 issues and unsure about what's the most suitable route to take? Philip Mallis, transport planner, map creator, former councillor and Chair of Urban Planning at Boroondara Council has offered to assist riders plan their journeys as applications such as Google maps don't prove enough detail for safe and adequate routes. Philip discusses the surge in new riders avoiding public transport, wayfinding, using Open Street Maps, OpenRouteService and his Offer of help: journey planning for your bicycle route.News and events include Two cyclists killed on Melbourne's roads on 18 March, Melbourne also requiring dedicated cycling routes during this unprecedented time, Brad Sohner's action-packed Tour de Quarantine commentary, fill in the Bicycle Network survey: Moving around in the time of COVID-19, international bike share issues, Bogota expanding cycling routes and British Cyclings response to COVID-19. .
Val and Faith weren't able to get into the studio today due to Covid19 restrictions. So here is a program from our summer series. It features Kat Carter, Physiotherapist from Rehub Studios and two discussions we've had with her in the past. The first is on bike fit and the second, on why it hurts when you start riding again after an extended break.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Susanne Newton, Deputy Mayor of Darebin Council and then Renee Dikeni from Brisbane about recent incidents they encountered while riding.Susanne talks about an aggressive interaction with a driver that she recently posted about on twitter, how too many drivers are can be too quickly irritated or unaware about other road users and how rising numbers of cyclists is actually healthier for everyone using the roads.Renee Dikeni discusses a near-miss while she was riding her cargo bike with the incident captured by a drivers dashcam. She talks about riding for transport in Brisbane, riding with her children and her No Car Challenge - 1 Mum, 1 Year, No car cycling challenge to assist fundraise $20,000 for 100 bicycles for World Bicycle Relief Australia. Follow Fit Aussie Sista - 1 Year Cycling Challenge updates via her youtube channel and instagram.News includes plans for A Surge in Biking to Avoid Crowded Trains in New York, a new Yarra Council report proposes to change long standing Bicycle Advisory Committee to a 'active transport advisory committee', Sam Hibbins MP has a Prahran Bike Safe Survey open for people to leave feedback, Cycling Victoria COVID-19 Member Update and AUSTROADS looking for a new Chief Executive, applications for the role close Friday 27 March 2020.
On this weeks program Chris discusses the City of Greater Geelong vote on 25 February to remove recently constructed separated bicycle lanes that are part of the Malop Street Green Spine project with two interviews with Dr Fiona Gray and Simon Howell from Bicycle Users Geelong.Local news includes Melbourne could become the Copenhagen of the south but what part of Melbourne, given the huge residential development in the outer suburbs.Dr Fiona Gray talks about her initial involvement with Malop Street Green Spine project, the consultation process, pop up installation, the entire plan involving six blocks of the Geelong CBD, state government funding, the project winning the Civic Landscape category of the 2019 Australian Institute of Landscape Architecture National Awards, last week's council vote and state government moving to potentially cease future council infrastructure funding. Simon Howell from Bicycle Users Geelong talks about the seperated bike lanes, it's positive benefits for the Geelong CBD, the council vote and further action people can take.To support the seperated bike lanes people are urged to contact Lisa Neville MPSign + share this petition: Save the environmentally friendly Malop Street Green Spine Project that’s due reversalMalop street action - Emergency meetup: 6pm - 7.30pm, Wednesday 4th March, please note venue change The Deck Geelong, 2 Gheringhap St, Geelong
After a long summer break Val and Faith are back on the air and catching up on all things cycling in Melbourne and beyond.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Warwick Duncan from Rail Trails Australia about how you can support bushfire affected communities with their #Ride2Recover campaign including #RoadTrip4Good, #RollOnBack and #EmptyEsky. Railtrail news includes the upcoming opening of the Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail and Stage 1a of the Yarra Valley Trail. Take a look at rail trails around Australia and start planning your trip.News includes The Hague providing up to 1000 euros for dismantling old diesel vehicles, City of Yarra draft Brunswick Street Masterplan, City of Melbourne consultation for bike lanes on Kavanagh and Balston Streets in Southbank, A Safe Cycling Vision for Moreland, Saturday, 29 February, Coburg Library, National 'Stop Fining Healthy Transport' 2020 bike ride, Saturday, 14 March, Sydney Road Community Ride - Make it Safe, Sunday, 15 March, PARK(ing) Day Sydney Road, Saturday 21 March and the new JUMP by Uber partnership to trial Melbourne's first dockless e-bike share scheme with City of Melbourne, City of Yarra and City of Port Phillip. February is 3CRs annual subscriber drive - become a member and keep radical people-powered radio on-air!
Chris and Steve return to the 3CR studio for 2020, with the ongoing Australian bushfire crisis we discuss impacts ranging from Steves route for the Hunt 1000 back in November, Audax Alpine Classic and how bikes can help fire impacted communities such as MallacootaCycling news: Paris’s mayor has a dream of ‘the 15-minute city’, Bike riders forced onto Moreland streets for 18 months after Upfield bike path closure and Victoria will finally join other states and introduce a 10c refund on bottles and cansThis weeks interview: Phil Barton from Batlow-Tumut Rail Trail Project: we first spoke to Phil back in February last year. Batlow and surroundings were severely impacted by the Dunns Road fire in early January and no doubt many people saw Matt Robert’s horrifying photos of burnt forests, dead animals while he was driving into Batlow on 5th January plus the incredible work by local RFS to save the town.Phil discusses massive economic challenges facing the Batlow area, the need for immediate government support, Eastern Riverina Rail Trail Alliance, support from local politicians and very surprisingly, no support from the Snowy Valleys Council since 2006, a situation that needs to change to the positive in wake of the bushfire crisis. Read here about how you can assist this rail project.Back2Bikes are having another Bicycle Maintenance Workshop, 7pm – 9pm, Thursday 6 February. Cost is $10, read more details here February is 3CRs annual subscriber drive - become a member and keep radical people-powered radio on-air!
In this series of summer specials, Chris catches up with Nicky Page about Step Away from the Car (broadcast on YarraBUG Radio in 2017/18) and Step Away from the Car 2.0 The 2019 series was recorded by interviewer/producers Nicky Page and Suzanne Reece at the 2019 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference in Adelaide. Nicky talks about the first Step Away From the Car series, Port Adelaide Bicycle Users Group and talking to participants at the Australian Walking and Cycling Conference1. Everyone Can Ride a Bike Right: Not everyone can instinctively learn to ride a bike. Unable to tolerate the thought that children, particularly children with additional needs, would never know the excitement and fun of cycling, former primary school teacher Lee-Anne Fleming set up Ride A Bike Right. Now she teaches children (and often their parents) how to ride.2. Out of the Gridlock: PhD candidate Nicholas Fogarty exchanged bussing for cycling to work and arrived in half the time. Now he’s speaking with a variety of road users in a project funded by an Australian Research Council Discovery grant, hoping to uncover causes, cures and concepts from the snarls of Sydney’s seemingly intractable traffic congestion issues.
Faith and Val are taking a break over summer. We've put together some of the shows listeners have enjoyed listening to the most for you to enjoy over the summer. In this show we feature two interviews with Kat Carter, cyclist and physiotherapist at Rehub Studio. Kate talks to us about bike fit and why it hurts when we jump onto our bikes after an extended break.
In this series of summer specials, Chris catches up with Nicky Page about Step Away from the Car (broadcast on YarraBUG Radio in 2017/18) and Step Away from the Car 2.0 The 2019 series was recorded by interviewer/producers Nicky Page and Suzanne Reece at the 2019 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference in Adelaide. Nicky talks about her start in cycling advocacy in the early 1990s, Unley Bicycle Users Group, longer cycling routes and differences between urban and regional councils.1. On NOT Re-inventing the Wheel: As Australia grapples with questions of how to encourage more walking and cycling, Churchill Fellow Jo Cruickshank looked to cities that have already come up with some answers. Jo is a Senior Policy Officer with the Northern Territory Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics. You can find her report at https://www.churchilltrust.com.au/fellows/detail/4218/Josephine+Cruickshank She speaks here about what she learned from European cities that have wholeheartedly embraced cyclists.Nicky talks about the importance of community radio and how to keep Radio Adelaide on air by donating to their campaign to raise $50,000 by 10 January 2020.2. Making the Bike Economy Work: Anyone lucky enough to travel in developing countries knows the extraordinary loads that a single bike can carry. Daniels Langeberg has been running a successful business on that basis for some years now. He started with his electric tricycle taxi fleet bearing the company name, EcoCaddy. He’s making it work, not only in the relatively small Adelaide market but now in Melbourne too.
Val and Faith were lucky enough to catch up with the the Hughes family on their way through Melbourne. Nicola, Andrew, Hope and Wilgy had ridden their bicycles (tandems!) around Australia and were on their last leg home to Tassie. They've documented their adventures with videos and created educational resources for thos kids not lucky enough to ahve tandem-toting parents which they share via their website SwagFamily. Tune in for this entertaining chat with Nicola and Andrew about adventures with young kids on tandems.
In this series of summer specials, Chris catches up with Nicky Page about Step Away from the Car (broadcast on YarraBUG Radio in 2017/18) and Step Away from the Car 2.0 The 2019 series was recorded by interviewer/producers Nicky Page and Suzanne Reece at the 2019 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference in Adelaide. Step Away from The Car: Getting There Faster by Slowing Down: For over a century, we’ve been told that Faster Is Better, but the evidence suggests otherwise. Associate Professor Paul Tranter goes as far to as to contend that over reliance on cars steals our time, money and health. Slowing down whole cities can improve public health, drop infrastructure costs and increase our sense of community.Nicky talks about her observations of the 2019 AWC conference, cycling advocacy initiatives, the importance of community radio and how to keep Radio Adelaide on air by donating to their campaign to raise $50,000 by 10 January 2020.Donate now to keep our sister radio station on the air waves + digital!
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by our guest Phil and we kick off the show by sharing our bike moments. We take a look at local news including the opening of the William St bike lanes in the CBD and Bike West's detailed response to the City of Maribyrnong's Draft Bicycle Strategic Plan. You can find the Draft Bicycle Strategy here, Bike West's suggested reponses to the survey here and an example email to local councillors here. Phil tells us how he came to the decision to buy an electric MTB after years of riding bike paths around Melbourne. Keen to explore further and discover new areas he soon found his old hybrid wasn't up to the task. Phil is in his seventies, and an electric MTB has given him the confidence to go further, averaging 80-100kms on most trips and giving him a much larger playground to explore. Phil carries a second battery, his tools and camera on his bicycle journeys and documents his rides, including GPX files, on his blog, eMTB Cycling Vic meaning everyone can enjoy them. We finish up with a reminder of all the Neighbourly Rides local rides planned for December and January so if either you or the kids get a bike for christmas and you haven't ridden for a while, you can make the most of the summer!
On this weeks program Chris welcomes long term YarraBUG Radio presenter Steve back into the studio after a lengthly break doing bicycle adventures including the 2019 Hunt 1000. Steve chats about the amazing alpine landscape, riding the trails, making his own bikepacking gear and adventures along the way.This weeks interviews are from Reclaim Our Merri Creek walk, a community event organised in response to last weeks alleged assault on the trail in Coburg. Hundreds of locals walked along the Merri Creek trail on Sunday evening in response to concerns about using public space, preventing attacks against women and reclaiming the area for everyone. Interviews included Fiona Patten, MLC for the Northern Metropolitan region and two women expressing their concerns, including dealing with ripple effects from the attack, public perception about safety, changing societal expectations rather than kneejerk law and order responses and confronting microaggressions from men while riding. Expressive Women's Choir sung MILCK’s Quiet as part of the walk that finished at Harding Street Bridge.Local news includes heads up from Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group for Thursday 12th December 8am- 9am "thumbs up" pop-up at a secret location to be revealed Wednesday PM as they need as many people as possible to help bring the message home supporting safe bike paths and the Angry Butcher bikeshop in Sunbury kicks off their Drought relief fund.
Val and Faith take to the studio on an unseasonably cool December morning and share our bicycle moments which involve hail and jacarandas. We take a look at a few news items including a research released by Victoria Walks which find traders in shopping strips oversestimate the number of customers that arrive by car, and the ongoing saga of doping in cycling and Russia. We then play an interview recorded with Tina McCarthy of Wheel Women about her most recent cycling trip to Japan, cycling The Golden Route, Biwaichi, the Japanese government's interest in more cyclists visiting Japan and the logistical issues still to be grappled with. We finish up with a reminder that the Road Safety Symposium is coming up in March 2020.
On this weeks show Chris talks to Nat Bromhead from Bicycling Australia Magazine about sentencing for Jason Lowndes death in 2017, including distracted driving, what's needed to improve road user behaviour, mobile phone use, Gitta Scheenhouwers death in South Yarra, Australian states not having standardised legal responses to minimum passing laws, improving infrastructure and an apparent disconnection between sentencing and community expectations.We also chat about Commuter Cycling: will Australia embrace salary sacrifice ride to work schemes, who's possibly next in line to run the Tour Down Under, upcoming Bicycling Australia events and the next January/ February 2020 edition with three major features by women writers.Local news includes The A-Z of cycling in Melbourne that lists everything from ByK, Jetnikoff shop rides (highly recommended!), previous guests Melburn Durt and Rally for the Future of Melbourne's Transport.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio today by Dr Elliot Fishman of the Institute for Sensible Transport. We share our bike moments before taking a look at news including: Sydney Cycleways working with Google Maps and looking for user feedback on bike routing, (upload screenshots and photos using your google account), Maribyrnong Draft Bicycle Strategy 2019-2029 now open for feedback and TV viewership for womens cyclocross race in Belgium is greater than for the men's event for the first time. Elliot explains the motivation behind the Road Safety Symposium he has planned for March 2020 featuring both Australian and Dutch safety experts. We talk about the sudden increase in road deaths in Victoria, and other areas of Australia, particularly amongst cyclists and pedestrians and discuss the strategies the Netherlands has used to improve road safety over the past four or five decades and how these might be used to address Australian issues. Details about the Road Safety Symposium being held in both Sydney and Melbourne can be found here.We finish the program with a couple of events. Tuesday in Brunswick a Community Meeting: A Better Sydney Road anda Community Social Ride: River Cruise hosted by Inner West Community Bike Hub.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Robert Jamieson about using the word crash not accident, along with a free-ranging conversation about South east Melbourne transport issues. We discuss the new City of Casey Walking and Cycling Strategy, The Bike Nerds (Episode 71, Jessie Singer), The Spokesmen podcast (Episode 214, Journalists: it's crash not accident), Jeff Speck TED Talks on Walkable Communities and Transport Alternatives: Crash Not Accident campaign.Local news and events includes Abbotsford Convents Open Spaces Festival 2019 that saw hundreds of people ride and walk to the convent area, Eyewatch Moreland seeking witnesses to a crash at Lygon St/Glenlyon Road intersection on Tuesday 5 November, Albert and Lansdowne streets in East Melbourne getting a protected intersection for cyclists and Moreland Councils next meeting on Wednesday 13 November having two important bicycle-related agenda items. See Extend the Upfield Bike Path to Upfield: Extension of path to Western Ring Road stymied by Metro Trains, VicTrack and Cycling options on Sydney Road - Advocacy options (pdf)
Val and Faith welcome Andrew Talati to the studio for an update on the Neighbourly Rides program. With the backing of Brunswick Cycling Club and other supporters Andrew has been able to bring this innovative program for getting the local community back on their bikes to Moreland. You can find all the details about Neighbourly Ride and programs here.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Tim Read, MP for Brunswick and Cr Jackie Fristacky from City of Yarra.Since Tim and I first spoke in July 2019 about the Sydney Road Improvement Project, the state government have back tracked on VicRoads survey results and have possibly delayed any trial until level crossing works are finished in 2021. Tim Read talks about taking a proactive approach, working to improve accessibility and allowing Moreland Council to conduct a seperated bike lane trial. Come along to a upcoming public Community Meeting: A Better Sydney Road on Tuesday, 19 November 2019, St Ambrose Community Centre, 259A Sydney Road, BrunswickCr Jackie Fristacky speaks about her observations between 2012 and 2019 on Vancouvers sustainable transport success, how the city achieved mode share goals, strong emphasis upon safety, building seperated bicycle lanes, differences between US and Australian funding mix and Transportation 2040 which sets out a long-term strategic plan for the city that will help guide transportation and land use decisions and public investments.Local news includes Bike Maintenance workshop part of the Community Climate Action Workshop Series, Saturday, 16 November 2019, 20 Murray Rd, Coburg North
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Herschel Landes. We all share our bike moments before taking a brief look at some news, specifically a Dutch Cycling Embassy report that finds weather is not one of the factors influencing peoples' choice to use a bike for transport trips. Discussion turns to the Safe Cycling Corridor pilot in the City of Glen Eira, an attempt to link existing cycling infrastructure with a route across suburbs. Of the potential routes Inkerman Road lends itself well to this sort of infrastructure and would enable 8-80 cycling in an area which has a high level of car dependency. Herschel discusses the benefits of the route for the local community in terms of enhanced transport mode choices, improved access to local services and ammenities and community building as well as the fears voiced by those against the project. A first for the City of Glen Eira, this is a project that will be followed with interest. As an ongoing project be sure to send the City of Glen Eira your thoughts if this project has the potential to affect you.
On this weeks program Chris talks to film maker Liz Canning about Motherload, her crowdsourced cargobike documentary with one hundred co-directors. Liz speaks about her families journey to discovering cargobikes as fun, freedom, a transport solution and creating a world-wide community over eight years. You can join the Motherload community by hosting a screening, following on YouTube and subscribing to newsletters (scroll down page)Local cycling-themed news includes City of Melbourne Transport Vision 2030, two Yarra Ride2Work Day events on Wednesday 16 October, 7.30am-9am at Abbotsford Convent and Smith Reserve, 180 Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, the new Bennett Street Priority Crossing consultation from Yarra City Council and Upfield Shared Path at Railway Place, Brunswick consultation from Moreland City Council.You can assist people-powered radio by subscribing or donating to 3CR and help to keep one of the best community radio stations on air!
Val and Faith are joined in the studio today by guest Jenica Brooke of Melbourne Commuter. We all share our bicycle moments before taking a look at some news including; the 2019 cycling participation results which show a decline in cycling across Australia, the opening of Quarry Park in Footscray this coming weekend and the Australian Walking and Cycling Conference coming up in Adelaide later this month. Hear more about it in this earlier podcast. Val fills us in on VACRO, the organisation behind our awesome sponsor, Second Chance Cycles. Discussion turns to the 2019 Bicycle Network elections in which both Faith Hunter and our studio guest, Jenica Brooke are candidates. Two positions are open on the Board and each member has two votes. Faith and Jenica talk about what they think they can bring to the Board, the future they hope to see for Bicycle Network and its strengths as a cycling advocacy organisation. Voting is open from October 1-16 for all Bicycle network members. Read more about all the candidates here.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Jeremy Miller about the 2019 Australian Cycling & Walking Conference to be held at Port Adelaide from 24-25 October 2019 with the theme Active Transport in a Changing Environment, key note speakers including Professor Billie Giles-Corti and Associate Professor Paul Tranter, challenges facing creating a inclusive walking and cycling enviroment, whats in the program, creating a affordable, volunteer-run conference, side events including Outer Harbor Greenway ride, Adelaide Bike Fest 2019 + Motherload screening on 13 October. Motherload is a crowdsourced documentary about a new mother’s quest to understand the increasing isolation and disconnection of the digital age, its planetary impact, and how cargo bikes could be an antidote.Local news includes Glen Eira Safe Cycling Corridor Listening Post at Caulfield Park on Sunday 6 October, also please ensure you add feedback to the consultation here, Boroondara Councils Proposed Amenity Local Law review 2019, a screening of the above-mentioned Motherload as part of Bike Palooka Bendigo launch Friday 4 October, WeCycle in Northcote having a Open Morning, Thursday 3 October, Jenica Brooke and fellow YarraBUG Radio presenter Faith Hunter standing in the 2019 Bicycle Network board elections and a reminder about the Giant BikeWest Fest launch on 12 October.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Gayle Ilievski and we settle in to listen to Val's reading from Tom Babin's Frostbike: the Joy, Pain and Numbness of Winter Cycling. We then share our bike moments where Val has tyre issues, Gayle is glad she has moved to the country and Faith decides to nominate for the Bicycle Network Board elections. We take a look at some news including Jesse Carlsson's Race to the Rock win, the John St trial road closure on the Brunswick East shimmy and new line markings on Napier Street, Fitzroy. Talk turns to bikepacking, glamping and opportunities to test the bikepacking waters, or take along bikepacking curious friends and Gayle fills us in on her collaboration with Woodend riders to produce the Great Divide Social Ride. The GDSR gives riders the opportunity to enjoy gravel roads and single track with the support of gear transfers, sag wagons, catering, showers, films for the evening and a bar and lots and lots of friends. Check out all the details here. We finish up with a couple of events including the Maldon Classic coming up September 28-29th, a celebration of steel bicycles, and the WeCycle Open Morning Thursday October 3rd.
On this weeks program Chris talks to Liam Delany from the newly created Birrarung Cycling Club, based in the Yarra area, about getting the club started, weekly Yarra Boulevard rides, Road Ride Ready sessions at Collingwood Athletics track and an emphasis on getting more women riding bikes.Local news includes Free Bicycle Maintenance for Kids, Monday 30 September at South Kingsville Community Centre, Lizzie Blandthorn, State MP for Pascoe Vale steps into the Sydney Road Improvement Project issues in Moreland, show your support for the Safe Cycling Corridor by filling in the Keeping Glen Eira Moving survey and attending a Safe Cycling Corridor Drop In session on Thursday 19 September at Caulfield Cup Room at Glen Eira Town Hall, Moreland Bike ride to Global Climate Strike on Friday 20 September, Moreart x Projector Bike 2019 Bike Tours, Intergalactic Surly Day Party at Commuter Cycles on Saturday 21 September and Velo Cycles Garage Sale on Saturday 12 October. Show your support by subscribing or donating to 3CR and help keep community radio on air!
Enjoying a last blast of wintery weather Val and Faith take to the studio this week joined by our guest, Thomas Keeble. We all share our bike moments before taking a look at news including; Australia's poor record on vehicle emisions, the start of Race to the Rock over the weekend and the A Better SkyRail - Bell St Blockade scheduled for Tuesday 10th September, an important event for pedestrians and cyclists accessing Coburg Station and the Upfield shared path. Discussion turns to Spring a Ding Ding, a festival on Saturday September 14th with fun and activities for kids and families with an emphasis on exploring sustainable transport options for families. Its a great opportunity for the bicycle curious to meet and talk to families using bicycles, cargo bicycles and electric bicycles to get around. There'll be a kid's Fun Run, bicycle dress-ups, bike tune-ups, cargo bike test rides, a bike swap and more. With more and more people wanting to be able to take advantage of all the benefits of active transport for them and their children this is a great opportunity to get your foot on the pedal! You'll find all the details here.
On this weeks show Geoff Smart from Back2Bikes joins Chris in the 3CR studio. Local news includes opening of the new Inner West Community Bike Hub, upcoming Yarra Tram works on Nicholson Street, Carlton North that involve access to Velo Cycles, demise of Melbourne BikeShare announced by Minister for Roads, Jaala Pulford, it's time for people to get very very loud and squeaky at Foot & Bike bridges for busy Bell Street Blockade on 10th September on the Upfield Path and how to support City of Glen Eira's Safe Cycling Corridor Pilot.Geoff discusses the begininings of Back2Bikes, local council support, creating B2B facilities, bicycle workshop equipment, ongoing services, public bicycle donations, activities at South Melbourne Market, fortnightly Womens Nights, pop up bike workshop at Tour de Moray with City of Port Phillip and more.Local events include Spring A Ding Ding Festival 2019 at Shore Reserve, Coburg on 10am-2pm, Saturday 14 September and Silk Road Mountain Race and Mongolia Bikepacking Slide Night at Commuter Cycles, 7pm, Thursday, 5 September 2019
On this weeks program Chris chats to Megan Bridger-Darling about improving cycling access in Melbourne's western suburbs, how BikeWest got started, local history, their upcoming projects including Giant BikeWest Fest on Saturday, 12 October 2019, Bike Tracks for Kids being a successful Pick My Project submission and ongoing BikeWest monthly meetings.Bicycle-themed news includes a recap from previous 3CR program about Moreland Extinction Rebellion event on Saturday 17 August 2019, Moreland Council voting on a six month bicycle lane trial for Sydney Road between Glenlyon Road and Brunswick Road, The Big Push for Road Safety Ride on 1 September 2019 by Space for Cycling Brisbane and Brisbane Bicycle Explorers Club, Inner West Community Bike Hub Grand Opening on 31 August 2019 at 38-40 Moreland St, Footscray and Yarra Council requesting feedback for Carlton North LATM and the Brunswick Street Masterplan, remember to use those handy comment fields aka text boxes to make your options known about Yarra cycling infrastructure!
Val kicks off todays show with an excerpt from Susan Vreeland's Clara and Mr Tiffany as we warm up in the studio this morning. We are joined by studio guest Col Bell of Fields of Joy CX and Sunbury Cycling Club and all share our bicycle moments from the last week. We take a look at some news including Fiona Kolbinger's epic Transcontinental Race win and an upcoming meeting at Moreland Council where councillors will vote on whether to support a planned separated bike lane for Sydney Road. For information on how to contact Moreland Councillors and let them know they have your support check here or attend the meeting on Wednesday 14th at 7pm in the Council Chamber, Moreland Civic Centre, 90 Bell Street, Coburg.Talk turns to cyclocross and the upcoming Melbourne Grand Prix of Cyclocross at Broadford on August 17 and 18th. Only the second cyclocross event at the Broadford venue Col tells us what the organisers learnt from the first event and what riders can expect from the course and venue. Registrations for Rounds 8 and 9 at Broadford close Wednesday August 14th at midnight. With the possibility of camping, heaps of elevation and venue facilities like toilets, showers and canteen the Melbourne GPCX looks to be an awesome weekend of cx racing. As usual there will be support races for kids and an Open category so that everyone can enjoy racing, and features of the course will include a staircase, being built on Tuesday!
On this weeks show Chris chats to Cormac from the newly created Extinction Rebellion Moreland about the upcoming Ride In to Die in event on Saturday 17th August, including critical issues on the global climate crisis, sustainable transport, fossil fuels and challenging political and corporate inaction.News & events includes a recently installed bicycle repair station on the Anniversary Trail at Cotham Road, Kew by Boroondara Council, Velo Cycles bike counter at Nicholson Street, Carlton North breaking records over winter, Wellington Street Copenhagen lanes works progressing, the Capital City Trail on Southbank in the news yet again, University Climate Walk Out this Friday 9th August, Preston Market die-in on Saturday 10th August, The Big Bike Film Night - Melbourne on Tuesday 13th August 2019 Village Cinemas Southbank, Beach Road Ride Melbourne by Penny Farthing Dan on Sunday 18th August and the Arapiles Cycling Event (20km, 50km, 100km) based in Natimuk on 5th October 2019.
Val and Faith take to the studio on a glorious late winter Monday morning. Val sets the theme, reciting The Lady Cyclists Soliloquy, an adaptation of a well known Shakespearean verse, of 1897. We share our respective bike moments, only to discover they converge on the recent Melbourne Water pipe replacement project, before taking a look at some news. The 2019 edition of the Tour de France proved to be one of the most interesting for a long time, and we suggest riders in the City of Port Philip area or those who use or may use St Kilda Rd take a look at the Domain Precinct Draft Masterplan and have their say on the proposal. Sticking with Shakespeare, we introduce an article written by a Melbourne woman in 1896 in which examples of Shakespeare's work foretelling the bicycle are explored. We follow this up with a later article from 1935 which introduces a few more examples. Running out of time we quickly mention the RSL Returned Scyclists League Party coming up this Friday at Curve and the upcoming Melbourne Grand Prix of Cyclocross weekend at Broadford.
On this weeks program, Chris continues from last fortnights discussion about lack of respect for womens procycling, then plenty of local news and events, including Steve and Chris' review of Velocipedia by Gianluca Gimini at Mona – Museum of Old and New Art and how our memory really isn't up to scratch when recalling what a bicycle actually looks like.From the UK: It’s dressed up prejudice’: Chris Boardman criticises Channel 5 show that asks if cyclists are the scourge of the streets.From Canada: 'They were saying no one would ride it': 10 years on, Burrard bike lane is North America's busiest.Local news includes: see poster above: Vintage Cycle Club of Victoria, Lazy Sunday Cycle this 28 July, City of Darebin Bike Skills: One-On-One Bike Training, one of last months guests, Brett Cotter bringing The Big Bike Film Night to Melbourne on 13 August 2019 and Inner West Community Bike Hub is set to become the new home of Footscray Community Bike Shed.
New York Times, Big City, New York was supposedly getting better for cyclists. What happened ? The Conversation. Walking and cycling to work makes commuters happier.....
On this weeks program Chris talks to Tim Read MP about Bikes For Brunswick and the current VicRoads Sydney Road Improvements Survey.It's Tour De France season again, so welcome to three weeks of sleep deprivation, drama and fantastic scenery. On the topic of female participation in procycling, including La Course and the Giro Rosa, Isabel Best writes "Remembering the golden era of the women's Tour de France" about the opposition, politics and what's happened in the last three decades.Local news includes Brompton City Strollers ride this Saturday 13 July 2019 and paying homage to Triple R Melbourne community radio legend, Stephen "The Ghost Who Talks" Walker with the TISM classic, The Mordialloc Road Duplicator, complete with south east Melbourne road references and lawnmowers ;)
Val and Faith are joined in the studio on a glorious winter morning by Kate Fowler. Val's dulcet tones share a reading from Joe Kita in The Wisdom of our Fathers before we all share our bike moments. We take a brief look at news including yesterday's Melburn Roobaix and the VicRoads Sydney Road survey finishing on July 14th. Make sure you have your say. (We love Option 3!) We also are very happy to announce that we have not only met our Radiothon target but exceeded it, and send out a massive thanks to everyone who has donated!Kate tells us about her experience riding The Transatlantic Way, 2500kms of Irelands stunning western coast, over ten days. Besides the scenery, the hunger and the lack of beer in her ride we also touch on the power of bicycle adventures to help with anxiety, depression or even just maintaining equilibrium. We finish up with a reminder about an upcoming event by Moreland Cycling & Co for teenagers.
On this weeks show Chris talks to Brett Cotter and Jemma King. Brett chats about the Big Bike Film Night returning to Australia in August 2019 for another tour also screening at Geelong, Bendigo and Launceston and a exciting festival of cycling-themed films, including Lowest to Highest.Jemma King, a researcher from James Cook University discusses the paper "Exploring Australian residents cycling engagement – Differences in self‐reported cycling behaviour between urban and rural dwelling Queenslanders", perceived barriers to cycling and possible solutions, especially for potential riders living in rural areas.
Val takes to the studio on this gorgeous winter morning, manfully soldiering on alone while Faith sits at home and waits for whitegoods that never arrive. He kicks off the show with a wintery reading from Tom Babin's Frostbike: The Joy, Pain and Numbness of Winter Cycling. Studio guest today is Sustainable Transport Campaigner, John Englart, who steals the show with his bike moment featuring the last of the Moreland kangaroo mobs. Val's bike moment falls a little flat in comparison. Val and John take a look at the impact of lower speed limits, including in Yarra and Moreland before Val takes a moment to thank our many generous Radiothon supporters. Thank you to everyone who has made a donation to help keep 3CR and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air for another year. John gives us a history lesson on the Upfield transport corridor, the new pressures on the corridor with Melbourne's growth in the north and the failure of succesive governments to plan, or build, for this growth. The Upfield shared path plays a pivotal role in relieving congestion and moving both pedestrians and cyclists along the Upfield Corridor and John explains how the Level Crossing Removal Project have failed to take into account existing active transport numbers at the revamped stations in their released design. With poor communications from LXRP, drawings with little information, and no active transport data included in their documentation, the project looks like it may well compromise active travel in Moreland even further, rather than enhance it. Stay up to date with the campaign here and here.
On this weeks program: two interviews: first up, David Blom from Metro East Bicycle User Group Inc talks about an announcement from Paul Hamer MP about a new safe cycling corridor between Hawthorn and Box Hill.Second interview: in studio guest Dr Jason Thompson from University of Melbournes Transport, Health and Urban Design hub about Victoria's rising road toll, including cyclist deaths, last weeks road user safety summit, what's gone suddenly so wrong in 2019 and what needs to occur with Victoria's increasingly congested and over capacity road and public transport networks.It's 2019 3CR Radiothon time - Power Radical Radio: 3CR Community Radio holds a special place on Melbourne’s airwaves, as a robust and transformative space that is dedicated to promoting positive progressive change. We reject the expanding commodification of the media, and instead place power back into the hands of the community by providing a platform for strong and diverse voices. Creating rousing radio is at the heart of what we do at 3CR.Donate to Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio at this GiveNow linkYour continued support and belief in the importance of an independent, community led 3CR is the real power behind our radical radio.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio, as things in Melbourne take a wintery turn, by Steve Gardner of Bikes by Steve. We take a look at some local news including the sad, and far too early death, of Melbourne bicycle legend Peter Moore. Peter Moore has left very few corners of the bicycle world untouched over his life time and has been a constant and inspiring presence in Melbourne's bike life for decades.We also remind listeners that feedback on the City of Melbourne Draft Transport Strategy is due by June 19th and are thrilled to hear the news that St Kilda Rd bike lanes are edging towards becoming a reality. Conversation turns to colour and the myriad ways in which you can brighten your life on your bike. Steve talks about the custom paint work he does not only on custom built bicycles but on rider's older bicycles, the differences between painting cars and bicycles and the energy working in a shared space with some of Melbourne's other custom bicycle services provides. We finish up with a couple of our favourite winter events coming up including Melburn Roobaix and the Swift Campout.
On this weeks program Chris speaks to Dayna Andreussi and Cory Boardman from Brompton Junction in Carlton North about this Thursdays event:BROMPTON X CHPT3 2019 - Melbourne with David Millar, UK ex-pro cyclist and now UK Tour de France commentator and how Bromptons can open up transport possibilities beyond using a conventional bicycle.Local news includes The Age's editorial supporting City of Melbourne plans to close two city blocks to vehicles, and replace the road with space for cyclists and pedestrians, The Bikes of Wrath screening this Sunday 26 May at Cinema Nova, where five Australians attempt to cycle 2600kms from Oklahoma to California in honour of the westward migration undertaken by 'The Grapes of Wrath's' Joad family.Ian Treloar writes in Cycling Tips about "Waving at strangers: The bike that changed how I see cycling", a much-needed discussion of how cargo e-bikes can change a young families transport priorities. Programs ends with a cheery cocking a snook at the weekends federal election results with Peep Tempels "Rayguns"
Val and Faith take to the airwaves this morning with studio guest Dan Bolwell, a penny farthing builder and organiser of the Melbourne Tweed Ride. Val's dulcet tones share a quote from Gurdon S Leete before we all share our bicycle moments, including an appreciation of petrichor. We race through some items of local news including: a detour for the La Trobe Street bike lane users over the coming month, City of Melbourne's plans for Exhibition St and their Draft Transport Strategy requiring your input, and a recent article with some curious claims about the causes of cycling deaths. Talk turns to Penny Farthing's and Dan takes us through how he developed a passion for the machines, the different types of customers wanting a custom built highwheel, the ways in which they are ridden and the ways in which the technology lives on today. We finish with a reminder that the Melbourne Tweed Ride is coming up this weekend Sunday May 19th should you be looking for an opportunity to dress up and go for a ride! We didn't have enough time to mention them but also coming up are; Bike Melbourne meeting on Tuesday 14th to work on ways to be constructively involved in the City Of Melbourne's planned changes for cyclists, consultation for LXRA's Moreland Skyrail project and an opportunity to make inut on cyclists needs, and Melburn Roobaix tickets on sale.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio this morning by the effervescent Michael Mascarel of Masca Frameworks and Evan Howard of Terra Rosa Gear, just the thing for a grey Monday morning! We all share our bicycle moments before taking a look at some local news inclusing the tragic and avoidable death of Damion Drapac on Anzac Day. We mention a couple of recent promises from both the Labor and Liberal Parties in the current election campaign, in particular promises to fund CCTV and other effort with respect to the safety of cyclists and other users on the Kew Boulevard, and funding pedged towards one of many sorely-needed links in Moreland for active transport. Talk turns to the Handmade Bicycle Show over the weekend, not only a brilliant place to drool over bicycles but also to catch up with others in the making and biking communities, both local, interstate and international. Evan and Michael share their highlights of the show, and the community they have discovered there and how making things makes them happy, including some thoughts on their favourite tools. We finish up with a reminder about the early bird registrations for Melburn Roobaix opening this weekend, regular Neighbourly Rides and Bikes and Beer at Brunswick Velodrome.
This Easter Monday, Chris and Steve are joined in the 3CR studio with Michael Hand to chat about the 2019 Australian Handmade Bicycle Show.This years show takes place 26-28 April 2019 at Meat Market in North Melbourne and showcases markers, rides and emerging technology."Featuring the finest brands of bespoke bicycles and accessories from around the country and the world, the makers themselves will be in attendance to talk about their products and craft. This is an opportunity to savour the craft of handmade bicycles and mingle with the new-comers and the legends of the industry alike"Local news includes Walmer Street Bridge being somehow included as a federal election issue by .... Josh Frydenberg, a 30km/h speed limit mooted for Melbourne's CBD and get your savings plan ready for 3CR Radiothon and support radical radio in 2019!
Val opens todays show with a quote from Emily Kachorek before we introduce our studio guests Sarah Hammond and Jesse Carlsson. Everyone shares their bicycle moments and then we take a look at a couple of news items including Bicycle Network's call for bicycle commuters to be paid for choosing to cycle, and the announcement of the first stage of works for the Yarra Valley Trail. Val reminds everyone to turn on their lights!Talk in the studio turns to getting outside of your comfort zone and Sarah and Jesse fill us in on their unplans to tour by bicycle while discovering ways to survive and thrive. We talk about the differences between their experiences touring with a sense of urgency and their new mode of travel which will depend on connections they are able to establish with both the places and communities they travel through. You'll be able to catch up with Sarah and Jesse on April 27th at Moondog Brewery, and buy them one of their last beers, before they leave. Also on the same weekend is the Handmade Bicycle Show. And if you're looking for some friendly rides to get you and yours out on your bikes then check out the upcoming rides with Neighbourly Ride.
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Mike Bodsworth about keeping public pressure on to retain Anglesea Bike Park, Alcoa's reluctance to negotate over the site, State government rezoning and local council support.Cycling news includes Huw Kingstons cheeky photobomb during Federal Budget coverage in Canberra, Tour of Flanders, big news with PTV + VicRoads restructure and two recent bike, bus, tram, train aka bustitution commuter challenges (RACV, Bicycle Network) that are especially apt during April's massive public transport disruptions across Victoria.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Andrew Talati of Neighbourly Ride. Val has an apt reading for April Fools Day before we all share our bicycle moments. We share some news including the City of Glen Eira's planned bicycle super-highway and residents concerns, the separated bike lane outside of Flinders Street Station and Tim Read's Brunswick Bicycle Survey. Talk turns to the Neighbourly Ride initiative and Andrew explains how these local rides building community started, how they work, who enjoys them and plans for the future. Make sure you get in touch with Andrew if you're interested in attending one of the upcoming rides OR in volunteering to help build a community of bicycle riders in your local area at andrew@bunchrides.com and find details about rides at http://home.bunchrides.com/neighbourly-ride/We finish up with some upcoming events including The Handmade Bicycle Show and Melburn Roobaix.
On this weeks program, Chris editorialises about the exhaustive process involved with Rushall Reserve shared trail extension in North Fitzroy.Interviews include the ongoing Maurice Kirby Velodrome issue in Noble Park, with City of Greater Dandenong moving to demolish the historic cycling track, despite residents not knowing about what was involved with the Parkfield Reserve Masterplan or being informed that the velodrome was to be rapidly removed. Saving Melbourne's cycling history: talking about Maurice Kirby Velodrome, 27 August 2019Cup Day k's at Maurice Kirby Velodrome, 12 November 2019100km Unicycle Challenge, 11 February 2019Live, work and ride in south east Melbourne? Get involved with the new Noble Park Dandenong Cycling Club and help build cycling for transport, competitive cycling and support your community.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio this Monday morning by Col Bell of Fields of Joy Cyclocross. Everyone shares their bike moments before we take a look at some news, including the start of this year's Indian Pacific Wheel Ride on the weekend and the launch of Swisse Australia's salary sacrificing Ride to Work scheme. (Not the first scheme in Australia as many are reporting, just the first in the private sector).Val and Faith's timing is all out of whack today but we finally stumble around to our studio guest Col to hear all about the new venue for FOJCX at the Broadford State Motorcycle Sports Complex. Col is pretty excited about the potential at this venue and the potential for not only cyclocross but other cycling sports and a great new partnership. With a huge area designed to be used specifically for sports Broadford not only provides the space to host great challenging CX courses but means energy can be freed from desk work and poured into the racing. Did we mention there's camping? How good is that!We finish up with minutes to spare since Faith lost the ability to read a clock. Its a great time to subscribe to 3CR Community Radio and back public radio.
On this weeks Labour Day Monday program, we have a full house in the studio with guest CB Mako, alongside Chris and Steve.CB Mako talks about representation in cycling advocacy, her lived experience as a mum doing school runs with a cargo bike, woman writer of colour in Melbournes western suburbs and her work towards writing "The very white face of women’s cycling in Australia", now published in Overland Journal. Local news includes the ride previously known as Indy Pac starting in Fremantle, National Freestyle Cyclists 'Stop Fining Healthy Transport' rides and World Naked Bike Ride Melbourne
Val and Faith are joned in the studio by Kia Matley of Melburn Durt. Val kicks off the show with a reading from H G wells, a particularly apt one, considering Kia's day job as a paleobotanist. We share our bike moments and move on to local news including the coroner's findings after the Mike Hall inquest and the commitment of the NSW Labor party for $412 million on infrastructure supporting riding and walking. Talk turns to the recent #VictoriaDivide550 and the rapid succesison of events that have seen Kia transition from a beginner cyclocross rider to her first bikepacking event within the space of a year. Kia explains how Melburn Hurt and Melburn Durt have provided the communities that can support and empower riders of all sorts to challenge themselves. We talk about the highs of the Victoria Divide route and the new challenges Kia will be seeking in the future. If you'd like to hear more about how bikes have empowered women to take up more challenges join Kia, Faith and Pepper Cook at Commuter Cycles on March 6th for an International Women's Day discussion. You can also hear more from Kia and other participants about the Victoria Divide 550 on March 20th at the Victoria Divide 550 Wrap Up. Also coming up in March is the World Naked Bike Ride on March 16th. And don't forget to subscribe to 3CR and help keep independent and radical radio on the air for another year. Also coming up in March is the Freestyle Cyclists 'Stop Fining Healthy Transport' Ride on March 16th and make sure you check the latest news on the mission to Save Noble Park Velodrome
On this weeks program: Chris catches up with Alan Todd from Freestyle Cyclists to talk about recent developments, Bicycle Network, legislation vs lnfrastructure and the upcoming National Freestyle Cyclists 'Stop Fining Healthy Transport' rides planned for Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.News includes 3CR Subscriber Drive 2019, Labor vows 'end to war on cyclists' with $412m for active transport in NSW and Handmade Bicycle Show Australia from Friday, 26 April - Sunday, 28 April 2019 at The Meat Market, North Melbourne.
Val and Faith each share some of their favourite readings from books about bikes and riding. While Val shares his favourite readings from an eclectic collection, Faith shares the bikepacking tips she found from books and jourbnals of the 1890s and discovers that many of them are still relevant today.
Two interviews on this weeks program, Chris speaks to Ryan Koroknai about his 100km unicycle challenge and Phil Barton about the Tumut Batlow Rail Trail Project in the Snowy MountainsFirst up Ryan talks about his 100km unicycle challenge (250 velodrome laps) on 10am, Friday 1 March in support of a local cycling club. Bring your bikes and ride along side to provide motivation and encouragement while he rides a 36" unicycle, more details soon!Phil Barton speaks about the hard work by Tumut Batlow Rail Trail Project committee developing a world class walking and cycling track along the rail corridor Tumut to Batlow in the Snowy Mountains.Local news includes Anglesea Bike Park update and City of Yarra's Taking it to the streets - North Fitzroy consultation.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Tour Divide 2018 winner Lewis Ciddor. We kick off the show with our bike moments and a brief look at news including the new home for FOJCX at Broadford State Motorcycle Venue and the 2019 Women's World CX Championships. Lewis takes us through the inspiration behind the new bikepacking route he has designed, the Victioria Divide 550, and some of the country it will travel through. We chat about the importance of grounding the route within an indigenous Australian landscape, the details of the first Grande Depart on Saturday February 16th, and the accessibility of the route to a range of riders range of riders.
On this weeks program Chris talks to fellow YarraBUG Radio presenter Steve Barnett about bike packing 300km+ from home to North East Victoria and then riding the 200km Alpine Classic. He discusses his inspiration starting with the short film, From the Doorstep, using Maprogress for personal rides, using a spot tracker, becoming your own dot watcher, building confidence, Curve Cycling flash packing, using rail trails to base a adventure on, basic equipment like frame bags, handle bar rolls, planning a itinerary vs. wandering, riding to conditions and letting people know where you're going & duration. Useful apps include MapOut (apple), Strava and Ride With GPSLocal news includes City of Yarra announcing Wellington Street Bike Lanes Stage 2, 2019 Bike Rave and World Naked Bike Ride returning to Melbourne on 16 March 2019.
Val and Faith are back in the studio after the summer break and kick things off sharing their bicycle moments. We move on to news, including Denali's local commute, the MACSA's discouraging 'safety' messages addressing cyclists and the Queen's Parade detour. Val shares an update on helmet techologies that can reduce the injuries to cyclists wearing helmets that are becoming more accessible, before we move on to some upcoming events. Commuter Cycles are hosting a Summer Solstice Camp Out, the 2019 Bike Rave date has been anounced and Bike West are hosting their AGM in February.
Val and Faith celebrate the end of 2018 with some of their favourite bits about bikes discovered in books over the past year. Val has a diverse selection of readings while Faith focuses on bikepacking tips from the 1890s.
On this weeks program: Chris talks to Cory Boardman from the new Brompton Junction Melbourne in Carlton North and all things Brompton, including the Brompton Hotlap at Shimano Super Crit and the flexible multi-modal uses of folding bikes. Cory also talks about an recent Coroners report about illegal hi-powered and over-powered e-bikes.Local news includes a recap about City of Greater Dandenong decision to demolish Maurice Kirby Velodrome in Noble Park and a call out to Melbourne's cycling community to ride the facility before any further work is done, including joining the new formed Noble Park Dandenong Cycling Club.Steve talks to Kaydee Raths and Pepper Cook at the Hunt 1000 afterparty at Commuter Cycles back in November about blizzards, sandles, snow and their bikepacking adventures through Australias alpine country.
The show is off to a much more prosaic start this morning than usual as a last minute hitch means that we are forced to carry on without Val and his dulcet tones are sorely missed! Faith is joined in the studio by guest Charlie Farren and we each share a bicycle moment. We also take a quick look at this year's Hunt 1000 which has been an adventure packed ride, even before the Grand Depart, with snowfalls and blizzards. You can follow the riders progress here. Talk turns to the Farren Collection and Charlie explains the history and development of this world-renowned bicycle collection, the late Paul Farren's passion and commitment in developing the collection, and the era of the bicycle that is the focus of the collection. While the collection, housed in Melbourne in a private museum, encompasses over 200 bicycles a new home has been found for forty of those bicycles at the Shepparton Motor Museum (Soon to be MOVE), making these amazing machines and the history embodied within them accessible to many more people. Make sure you get to Shepparton to check it out and if you would like to arrange a group tour of the private collection in Melbourne then leave a message for the Yarra BUG Radio peeps with 3CR and we'll pass on your details. Discussion turns to the Victorian Penny Farthing Championships this weekend in Geelong with a full day of activities for the whole family at Geelong West Oval and velodrome. You'll find all the details here. Also coming up this weekend for those living and riding in Maribyrnong is a drop in session towards building the new City of Maribyrnong Bicycling Stategy. Later in the week on Thursday is the last of the fabulous MoreArt Projector Bike rides, its free but reserve your space now!
Val and Faith are joined in the studio this week by Melissa and Chris Buntlett of Canadian agency Modacity. We share our bike moments before taking a brief look at some local news including; last chance to have your say on the shape of the Shrine to Sea boulevard for pedestrians and cyclists and Skyrail for Upfield and the chance to make sure this ensures a badly needed upgrade for the Upfield bike path. Melissa and Chris describe how they first came to give up the use of their car ten years ago in Vancouver and the journey they've been on since then, with their two children, sharing stories about urban mobility and the ways in which multi-modal transport which embraces the bicycle can create more open and welcoming environments for everyone. Their book Building the Cycling City: The Dutch Blueprint for Urban Vitality is being launched in Melbourne Tuesday November 20th at Bicycle Network
On this weeks program, it's been a painful couple of days in Melbourne, including the deaths of cycling advocate Cameron Frewer (Drive Safe, Pass Wide) and professional rider Jonathan Cantwell.A donation page has been set up to help Cameron Frewer’s familyDonate to the Jonathan Cantwell Family FundWhere to seek help for mental illnessLast Tuesday saw Cup Day k's at Maurice Kirby Velodrome in Noble Park, refer to previous program: Saving Melbourne's cycling history: talking about Maurice Kirby Velodrome (27 August 2018) Despite torrential rain over 40-50 people visited over the day to ride, walk and enjoy this beautiful little gem that is under threat of demolition by Greater Dandenong Council.Miranda, Tony, David, Marcel, Gisella, Gaye, Abbey, John, Skippy, Robert, Kim, Jeff and Shamsher spoke about their appreciation for the velodrome and reasons why it should be saved, refreshed and retained as part of a reinvigorated Parkfield Reserve Masterplan.Find out more about the Save Noble Park Velodrome campaign on facebook, twitter, instagram and wordpress and donate to the Chuffed campaign to help start Noble Park Dandenong Cycling Club and retain a local velodrome.
Chris catches up with David Blom from Melbourne Metro East Bicycle Users Group and Lachlan Cook from Collingwood Childrens Farm.Local news includes The Greens announcement of a 17km multi-lane, separated bike route from Elsternwick Station to Bell Street, Coburg, then a quick recap of last Saturdays Community Action: We need More Trains on the Upfield Line and Extend the Upfield Bike Path, Duplicate the Upfield Line, with over one hundred people attending the first rally.Lachlan talks about Ride to the Farm Day on Saturday 10 November, a fun and healthy day-out by cycling or walking, instead of driving the car, to the Farmers Market at Collingwood Children’s Farm. Melbourne Poly Tech in Fairfield is the muster point between 7.30am to 3pm for a 3km ride to the farm, with free Market and Farm entry until 1pm with wristband.David chats about progress and updates for cycling infrastructure for south-east Melbourne, including Box Hill - Ringwood Rail Trail, Sydnal - Heatherton Trail, Dandenong Creek Bridge, Level Crossing removals for Mont Albert and Surrey Hills, promoting MBUGs campaign for the Hawthorn to Box Hill trail and talking about the dream of one day being able to ride all the way to Warburton along the railway line and never seeing a car.Local news includes two additional rides to local Farmers Markets this weekend with Pedal to Produce Elwood Farmers Market with Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club and Shop-by-Bike Day at South Melbourne market.Not interested in horse racing? Come along to Cup day k’s at the Noble Park Velodrome to help Save Noble Park Velodrome and crowdfund to restart Noble Park Dandenong Cycling Club. Ride starts at 9am, with several riders planning to ride 100kms (250 laps) Riders can come and go as they please, come at the start and ride as many k’s as you like, or drop in on your training ride and come for a few laps with the bunch. Bring your kids, parents, partners, friends or anyone else who wants to come for a pedal or even walk laps of the infield.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio today by Aroha Yates and we all share our bike moments to kick things off. We then take a look at cycling news including where you'll find Melbourne's most active commuters, St Kilda bike lanes a vote winner, the Walking and Cycling Conference underway in Bendigo and a cost benefit analysis of bicycle helmets in Germany. We also run through some upcoming events including; Extend the Upfield Bike Path, DDCX Cox Plate, Will Climb for Views, a campaign to save space for bicycles on regional trains and Cup Day Ks to save the Maurice Kirby velodrome in Noble Park. Talk turns to New Zealand's Old Ghost Road and Ari's recent bikepacking trip there with friends. New Zealand has the tourism infrastructure to support bike tourists getting to and from their amazing cycle trails and the Old Ghost Road is no exception. A spectacular MTB trail with an amazing history and huts you can book for each night along the way that proves to be accesible to many riders.
On this weeks program: Chris talks to Australian endurance cyclist Tim Taylor about his inspirational journey in the previous decade, from unhealthy non-rider to cycling over 100,000km, starting with an anecdote about his unexpected reception at the William Creek Hotel on the Oodnadatta Track, then chatting about Audax Australia rides, first Alpine Classic, bikepacking, and combining Race to the Rock and Indian Pacific Wheelrace routes with a fundraising ride.Local news includes yet another St Kilda Road bicycle lanes announcement in time for the 24 November state election, a recap on last fortnights interview with Jenica Brooke from Melbourne Commuter, Bike Palooza, Australian Walking & Cycling Conference in Bendigo, crunch time for saving Noble Park velodrome in Dunblane Road and weekly Jetnikoff shop rides in Northcote.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Val and Faith take to the studio and kick things off sharing their respective bike moments, in which Val catches a lift up a hill and Faith finds it's the little things that matter. We take a look at both local news and some from further afield with Val's update on the never-ending IOC and Russia saga, the opening of the Djerring Trail in south-eastern Melbourne and the study documenting drivers being distracted 45% of the time. Moving on to our reading lists we take a look at several new books for those interested in different aspects of cycling history. We start with a brief recap on a book we mentioned a few week's ago, Revolution: How the Bicycle Reinvented Modern Britain by William Manners. Next up is Rupert Guiness' Power to the Pedal. The Story of Australian Cycling, a promising-looking history despite the claim on many sites selling the book (not by the author) to cover 200 years of cycling in Australia. Also just released is Women on the Move: The Forgotten Era of Women's Bicycle Racing by Roger Gilles a very promising look at the most popular arena sport in America in the 1890s and a story mirrored across the world. Lastly we take a look at a book due out soon, Queens of Pain: Legends and Rebels of Cycling by Isabel Best. Queens of Pain looks at women's cycle racing across the world, in America, Australia and Europe and covers the period from the 1890s to the 1990s. We finish up with a reminder about some local Ride to Work Day events including ones at Abbotsford Convent, Velo Cycles, the Katherine Syme Library and WeCycle and details about the THUD City Cycling Seminar at University of Melbourne
On this weeks program, Chris catches up with Jenica Brooke (Melbourne Commuter) for a free-ranging discussion about four years of missed opportunities for active transport in Victoria since 2014. First up we discuss the Buckley Street LXRA project in Essendon, which has resulted in a poor outcome for pedestrians and cyclists, with ongoing works in the area, inappropriate detours, changing plans and incomplete details. Watch: Youtube Buckley Street Trench (3 October 2018)We touch upon Transport Integration Act (2010), Victorian Cycling Strategy 2018-28, VicRoads Bicycle Infrastructure Design and Cycling Aspects of Austroads Guides that reference active transport guidelines, with more missed opportunities for Extend the Upfield Bike Path to Upfield and the Swan Street/ Hoddle Street intersection in Richmond (eg: Streamlining Hoddle Street and Major Road Projects Authority video). We also discuss perception as reality putting off intending riders, political will or lack thereof, a lack of inclusiveness in Victorian government strategies for non-motorists and Luke Donnellans intriguing $58,000 bicycle-themed study tour.Local news includes Power of the Pedal - Rupert Guinness' new book launch at Curve Cycling on Thursday 11 October 2018. For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Val and Faith are surprised by a visit from a random listener, Allan, so we invite him to join us on the show. We all share our bike moments before kicking off the program with some news. The 30kph trial has started in the City of Yarra while in the Netherlands, Dutch cyclists are facing a mobile phone ban. The Mullum Mullum trail extension has opened and Australia scores a silver at the World Championships. The TAC reinstates cover for cyclists who are involved in accidents with stationary vehicles. We take a look at Jenica Brooke's excellent analysis of the Buckley Street Level Crossing Removal and the dire consequences for cyclists, read the whole thing here. Discussion turns to the Mike Hall inquest held this past week in Canberra over three days. While we wait for the Coroner's findings in January we touched upon the police investigation and the gracious response of Patricia Hall, Mike's mother. We also take a look at reports from an inquiry into the Australian National Road Safety Strategy and the failure to improve safety on Australian roads. We finish with a reminder about the upcoming Ride to Work Day celebrations at WeCycle in Northcote, to be held AFTER work!
On this weeks show, Chris and Steve catch up with Nick Skarajew and Adam Lana about their Race to the Rock reflections at Post #RaceToTheRock Shed Beers, about riding from Cockle Creek, Tasmania to Uluru, or in Adam's case, almost to Uluru.Local news catch up: previous guest Kim Nguyen and local riders (Save Noble Park Velodrome) paying homage to Russell Mockridge 60 years on, by riding to the intersection of Dandenong and Clayton Road, Oakleigh, and another previous guest, Carlton Reid winning Transport Journalist of the Year at Press Gazette British Journalism Awards for Specialist Media, how you can give feedback to Yarra Councils's Thank for 30 trial in Collingwood and Fitzroy and Rory's law now passed by Victorian government.
Val and Faith kick off the show with their bicycle moments before some news including Sarah Hammond's incredible win of the third Race to the Rock. Check here for the progress of the remaining riders. We also mention the inaugraul Terra Australia ride which has just started. We take a look at Revolution How the Bicycle Reinvented Modern Britain by William Manners, a fascinating book about the bicycle and its impact on society and culture in Victorian Britain. You can check out the author's blog here. We also take a look at some of the events coming up locally including; a Hunt 1000 information night at Commuter Cycles on September 19th, a Transport Forum in the City of Moreland, Preston Market's Free Bike Breakfast, and Rishi Fox's Will Climb for Views.
Faith and Val take to the studio on a Monday morning and kick off the show sharing their bike (or bikeless) moments. While waiting for our guest we talk about the end of an era with the retirement of Peter Moore at Abbotsford Cycles, a Melbourne institution. We also touch on the start of the Race to the Rock over the weekend and the progress of riders as the first to complete the Tasmanian section make it to Melbournewith listeners sending through photos of Sarah Hammond at Melbourne Town Hall. Our guest this morning, Martin Curtis, arrives just in time to share his passion for the legendary Australian cyclist Russell Mockridge. Martin's book Russell Mockridge The Man In Front explores not only Mockridge's cycling achievements but the personality and character of the man and his sudden and tragic death. Mockridge's achievements will be remembered on the weekend of September 15th and 16th with a memorial ride and a forum discussion with authors who have contributed to the Mockridge story including Martin Curtis (Russell Mockridge The Man In Front), Ben Schofield (Wheel Life), Daniel Oakman (Oppy), Rod Charles (A Whirr of Many Wheels) and Marcus Arnold (Reginald Arnold Six Day Man). You can register here for the Russell Mockridge memorial ride andforumon September 15-16th
On this weeks program Chris interviews Kim Nguyen, a resident in Melbourne's south-east about discovering a Noble Park velodrome with a big history.Kim talks about discovering a hidden cycling gem, the historic Maurice Kirby velodrome, earlier this year, only to find out literally by chance, that the entire area is slated for demolition by City of Greater Dandenong. This is the only velodrome remaining in the region and the council have no plans to resurface, rebuild or replace the historic venue. We talk about who was Maurice Kirby, his Nobel Park bicycle shop, Pedal Clubs of Victoria, his long career as a sports broadcaster on 3XY and Channel Nine, velodrome construction in 1954-1955 and it's gradual disappearance from local wayfinding.Kim discusses how people can get involved with his campaign to save the Maurice Kirby velodrome, including contacting him about any stories about learning to ride or using the velodrome to train and also sending questions to the Greater Dandenong Council to ask at their general meetings.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Colin Bell, president of the Sunbury Cycling Club and dream builder at Essendon Fields Cyclocross. We share some news including the launch of Overlander by Rupert Guiness and the ICAN Noble Peace Ride as well as our respective bike moments. Talk turns to this weekend's Melbourne Grand Prix of Cyclocross and the community that has grown around the event both here and overseas. The coming weekend includes a Women's Forum on the Friday evening and racing over the weekend from balance bikes kids to Elite fields attracting international riders. Registrations are open until Wednesday. Cyclocross is a brilliant spectator sport so this weekend is the perfect opprtunity to come and check it out at a great venue with an awesome crowd and exciting riders in all categories. #melgpcx #cx
On this weeks show: first up Chris discusses vulnerable road users, behaviour change and floating signifiers in the aftermath of two young women's deaths in New York and South Yarra, including the Coburg hit and run incident involving a teenage girl from last year.Thanks for 30: Yarra City Council will soon be trialling a 30km/h speed limit in a pocket of Fitzroy and Collingwood, Adam Ferrante from The Rose St. Artists’ Market talks about growing up, living and working in Fitzroy and how he supports the speed trial and changing attitudes to slower speeds.Second interview: Sam Luck, Principal of Collingwood College talks about creating a safer road environment for over 800 students and staff, who predominantly travel by foot, scooter and bicycle.News and events: last weekend saw the It's Time To Replace Walmer Street Bridge Rally in Abbotsford, with Richard Wynne committing to $200K for scoping works to commence the bridges overdue replacement.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by endurance cyclist Lewis Ciddor. We swap bicycle moments before taking a look at local and overseas cycling news, particularly that affecting your transport options. Moreland Council have released their Draft Integrated Transport and Parking Strategy for feedback, but hurry, consultaion closes August 17th. Partially separated bike paths form part of the latest proposal for Sydney Road and the Walmer Street Bridge campaign is promised $200,000.00 towards a scoping study. Discussion turns to the 2018 Tour Divide mtb race and Lewis's inaugral effort, winning the 4400km race in fifteen days, two hours and eight minutes from a field of aproximately 160 participants. Lewis talks about his preparation for the ride, the bike he rode, the incredible route from Banff, Canada to the US-Mexican border, the 50,000m of climbing through some of the US's most stunning scenery and the fauna and flora as well as his recovery. You can check out Lewis's website at overlandarchive.com
Two interviews on this weeks program where Chris speaks to Rob Kretschmer and Cr Jackie Fristacky from City of Yarra.First up Rob Kretschmer from Bike Bendigo provides an update about the upcoming Australian Walking and Cycling Conference to be held in Bendigo in October 2018, with Melissa and Chris Bruntlett from Modacity announced as keynote speakers.Cr Jackie Fristacky discusses Metropolitan Transport Forum's series of town hall-style public conversations with local politicians about transport issues in a Victorian election year, with MTF Yarra Transport Forum on Thursday 2nd August at Richmond Town Hall.Local news includes Freestyle Cyclists event: Cyclists get organised for the 2018 Victorian state election and Metro East Bicycle User Groups new Ringwood to Croydon path proposal.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Nic and Val talk to how the air quality in cities is now coming into focus. How do we and other cities regulate emissions. When the air in our cities has serious effects on our health, the young and older hit hardest, what will we do. Melbourne Council asking for ideas on pricing transport. https://participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/transportstrategy/transport-pricing?_ga=2.65914798.1886274446.1532644353-1671899498.1531350850
On this week's program, Chris speaks to Penelope Bennett about her recent European trip, including the Study Tour Transport innovation in the Netherlands.Penelope talks about creating a more joyful image for cycling, especially riding for transport, infrastructure for different abilities, creating opportunities for mix mode transport, translating European cycling innovations for an Australian context and what future vision we really want for Melbourne, is it unhappy mega-road dominance or should our decision-makers consider more transport independence for children? Cycling news includes the (now) hexed stage nine in Le Tour, La Course, Giro Rosa and a badly planned four year closure on part of the Federation Trail in Altona North due to West Gate Tunnel worksFor more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Nic Dow from Melbourne BUG and Val talk to the recently released Melbourne City Council Transport Strategy Discusion Paper.https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/news-and-media/pages/car-priority-putting-the-brakes-on-melbourne.aspx. Nic gives a first hand account of the new roundabout on Moray St. South Melbourne. Hamburg becomes first city to ban diesal cars and trucks from streets.www.nytimes.com/2018/05/30/business/energy-environment/hamburg-germany-diesel.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fautomobiles&action=click&contentCollection=automobiles®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=4&pgtype=sectionfront.
In fantastic 3CR Radiothon news: we've made OVER our target for Yarra Bicycle users Group Radio, thank you so much to everyone who donated!On this weeks program, Chris welcomes Mike Waller from the Walmer Street Bridge Coalition back to the 3CR studio for a catch up on this long running local campaign. Mike explains changes to the Salta site, recent history, what's needed to get a fit for purpose connection between Abbotsford and Kew and the community campaign that consists of Yarra and Boroondara Councils, Walmer Street Action Group, Collingwood and Abbotsford Residents Association (CARA) and the Yarra and Boroondara Bicycle User Groups.Mike also explains how you can get involved, including a downoading, signing and returning a petition, attending Yarra Transport Forum on Thursday 2nd August, making feedback to Imaging the Yarra by 31 July and also attending the It's time to replace Walmer Street Bridge Rally on Saturday 4th August, 10am at Williams Reserve, 520 Victoria Street, Abbotsford.Bicycle-themed news includes Fed Square banning riders from locking up to railings, Chris Froomes TdF legal skirmish, Matthew Guy's unfortunately named $30b 'triple bypass', La Course and three new Yarra Local Area Place Making Study (LAPMS) for you provide feedback about local traffic conditions and improvements for Abbotsford, North Fitzroy and Richmond by 5pm, Tuesday 17 July 2018.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Val and Faith kick off the show with studio guest Margot Abord of Universite de Lyon and we all share our bicycle moments, both rural and urban. We thank some more recent and very generous donatiuons from our listeners towards our Radiothon total. We take a look at recent news including; Lewis Ciddor's brilliant Tour Divide ride, Moray St bike infrastructure improvements sending some into a spin, the City of Melbourne Bicycle Transport Strategy discussion and City of Yarra feedback on local resident submissions. We turn to Margot's research into a comparison between feelings around bicycle repairs in both Lyon and Melbourne and discuss how the need to carry out repairs can deter some people from riding while discovering a hands-on connection with their bicycle can be empowering for others. You can contribute towards Margot's research by completing the online Bike Repair Survey here. We finish up with a reminder that it is never too late to donate to the 3CR Radiothon. if you would like to do so then you can here.
On this weeks program Chris speaks to Sarah Knight on Melburn Durt + Hurt contributing to This Girl Can and Henry Yates on his #IWPR adventures.Sarah Knight was interviewed at Jetnikoff Bicycle Co. after the screening of several clips created by This Girl Can ( also see Cycling Australia TGC site) with Melburn Durt + Hurt members talking about how cx & track cycling had changed their lives.On to more tales of (not the) Indian Pacific Wheelrace, Henry Yates, known to dotwatchers as 6ft8cyclist, chats about overcoming his ordeals during the 5000km ride and his next planned adventures.Local news includes Eurydice Dixon vigil, Walmer Street Bridge Coalition recap, great news from The Merri Creek Bridge Group and a massive weekend of cycling events around Melbourne, with the Tweed Ride, Melburn Roobaix and Swift Campout.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Today's show is a special live one hour broadcast featuring the entire team, Chris, Val, Steve and Faith as part of the 2018 3CR Community Radio Radiothon.Val kicks off the show reciting "Mulga Bill's Bicycle" before Chris, Val and Steve share their bicycle moments. Next we thank those who've already donated to support the YarraBUG Radio Show and 3CR as part of the 2018 Radiothon. 3CR relies on the support of its listeners to stay on the air each year and the radiothon is your opportunity to donate and ensure that your voice and stories of others rarely heard in mainstream media are heard. Fight For Your Mic by donating here! Every little bit helps! We introduce our studio guests Steph and Ravi who are organising the Ride for Refugees coming up next weekend. Ravi shares his motivation for the ride, and their plans to make it accessible for riders from several parts of Melbourne to show support for long term refugees. Details of the ride and how and where to join are here. Val shares The Man With Rubber Pedals, before we get to thank MORE donations received from our listeners and bringing us close to halfway to reaching our goal for the Radiothon! We're very appreciative of the support of our listeners, many of whom have supported us regularly over the years.Listeners can donate online here, or by calling the station on 03 9419 8377.The team muse on the importance of community radio at a time when the mainstream media is narrowing its focus and perspective. We've been doing the Yarra BUG Radio Show for ten years and the best part about it is being able to give a voice to riders and their stories that they rarely receive in the mainstream media.We take a look at some of the amazing events coming up within the next few weeks in Melbourne's cycling community including Melburn Hurt & Durt on Film at Jetnikoff Cycles, a Rad Curry Night at Curve Cycling and El Silencio: Cycling the Peruvian Andes at Commuter Cycles. These will be closely followed by a jam-packed almost-solstice-weekend of fun later in the month when there is the Swift Campout, Melburn Roobaix and Melbourne Tweed Ride. Take your pick or try all three!We finish up with news about the Walmer Street Bridge Campaign, an issue of great importance to Melbourne riders! Finally we close with a reminder that it is not too late to donate and that you can still do so here.
Two interviews this week, Chris catches up with Rishi Fox riding the TransAtlanticWay, a 2500 km one stage self-supported road bike race between Dublin and Cork via The Wild Atlantic Way. She talks about bikepacking, her race choice decision, dotwatching and anticipated cultural highlights during the ride.Second interview is with Zoe Condliffe talking about her projects and involvement for female access to cycling culture in Melbourne, including using crowdmapping to document womens experiences, her recent project She's a Crowd, the recent election of Sally Capp as Lord Mayor and how to make Melbourne the best city for women to cycle in.Local news includes 3CR Radiothon and how YOU can help keep YarraBUG Radio on air, we've been broadcasting bicycle stories since 2008 on 3CR Community Radio!Sunday 3rd June was the first #WorldBicycleDay as declared by the United Nations, and saw the Walmer Street Bridge Coalition campaign launch to get a new fit-for-purpose connection built across the Yarra from Abbotsford to Kew.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio this morning by Gayle Ilievski of WeCycle. We all share our bicycle moments before taking a look at news including the Giro d'Italia, Chad Haga's 'oversimplified' summaries of the Giro on twitter and the Melbourne Water pipeworks detour affecting commuters on the Edingburgh Gardens shared path. We also mention the 3CR Community Radio Radiothon coming up in a few weeks. Its not too early to donate and contribute your share, no matter how small, to keeping 3CR and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air for another year. If you enjoy listening to the show or sharing your story on the show, please donate now, every little bit helps! Gayle tells us all about WeCycle, based in Batman Park in Darebin, and the community that has built up around it. Set up to provide refurbished unwanted bicycles to refugees and others in the community who need them, WeCycle is now at the heart of a lively community of volounteers sharing their love of bicycles. Everyone is welcome to pop down on Saturdays and join in, or ndeed to buy a cheap and accesible bike for themselves.We finish with an event coming up this Friday in Maribyrnong: Bikes and Beers - a chat about bike infrastructure in Maribyrnong.
On this weeks program Chris and Steve discuss local news and events, including Curve Cycling event, After the IPWR, riding in Toolangi with Aidan and friends from Riding For The Great Forest and plotting further bikepacking adventures with apps such as mapout. Mike Bodsworth chats about challenges facing the Anglesea Bike Park in the wake of Alcoa leaving town and potential future issues from freehold land having possiblity of being rezoned, with a loss or relocation of the bike park. Read more: Change.org Petition: Save Anglesea Bike Park | People of Anglesea | Anglesea Bike Park(facebook) You can join Anglesea Bike Park supporters at 2pm, June 3 to celebrate World Bicycle Day & rally at 80 Camp Road, Anglesea.Radiothon is coming - support us during 3CR Radiothon 2018 you can donate to keep community radio onair and pledge to YarraBUG Radio right hereFor more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Val kicks off this week's show with an observation from Lillias Campbell Davidson, early 20th Century advocate and champion of women's cycling. Val and Faith share their bike moments before moving on to recent news including: an update on the Giro d'Italia, stage 9 winners and Froome's performance, Federal and State budgets amd the money NOT being provided for bike infrastructure and transport, and the end of the Thule Bright 24hr MTB race. Val fills us in on Lillias Campbell Davidson and her life and work and a recent undertaking by the New York Times to write the obituaries for significant women that weren't written in the past. We move on to upcoming events including: After the IPWR at Curve Cycling on May 17, volunteer opportunities at WeCycle every Saturday, the annual Commuter Cycles Garage Sale on May 26th and Melburn Roobaix on June 24th.
This week Chris catchs up with Cr Jonathan Sri and discusses unpacking local issues that led to last week's Vulture St cyclist die-in action, including the lack of responsiveness from Brisbane City Council to Woolloongabba residents continual calls for improved infrastructure, background to "die-ins" as advocacy tactic (read Stop de Kindermoord and How Amsterdam became the bicycle capital of the world) and his explanation for recent Brisbane protests: Are Controversial Road Safety Protests Helpful?For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio on this gorgeous autumn morning by Cate Hall of Our Children Our Schools. We kick off the show sharing our bike moments which, this week, feature kangaroos, the You Yangs and Portarlington mussels. We take a look at some news including the upcoming Giro d'Italia, the recent Handmade Bicycle Show, an increase in cyclist deaths in the Netherlands and the commitment of Yarra City Council to the Rushall Reserve Path.Discussion turns to the work of Our Children Our Schools lobbying the state governement for commitments and funding to support active travel to public schools across Victoria. Cate explains the myriad government departments and bodies involved in getting a mechanism and budget in place for this. Cate's recent experience at Coburg High School illustrates how much a committed school and local council's can achieve, but also the neccesity for State Government commitments and funding. You can read OCOS'ssubmission here.
Two interviews on this weeks program, first up Chris catches up with Robert Kretschmer from Bike Bendigo about Project Underpass, their city receiving international accreditation from CycleLifeHQ as Australia's first Bicycle Friendly Community, and Australian Walking and Cycling Conference and Australia’s inaugural Bicycle Tourism Conference both happening in Bendigo this October.Second interview: Rosa McKenna from Better West spoke live from a #GetOnBoardVic Day of Action event at Wade Noonans electorate office in Williamstown about state governments road building agenda and how West Gate Tunnel will badly affect the inner west for residents.Local news: the recommendation to abandon the Rushall Reserve share path plan within Yarra Councils agenda for 24th April, makes for an intriguing read, including why are Metro Trains Melbourne massively escalating the construction costs within such a short time?
Val and Faith kick off this week's show sharing their respective bike moments; adventures in recent rain and the learning curve associated with vintage road bikes. We cover news items including recent research about drivers and close passing of cyclists and the Amstel Gold road race. We catch up on progress with riders taking part in the ride of the Indian Pacific Wheel Race route and note that almost all riders that intend to finish the route have made it to Sydney Opera House with only a handful still to arrive. Talk turns to a different long distance event, the Hunt 1000, coming up in November. We chat to Huw Vellacott of Commuter Cycles who took part in the 2017 event. Huw talks about the demands of the ride, the challenge for riders and the planning he put in to his 2017 ride. Huw will be hosting a slide night, Beginners Guide to the Hunt 1000 this coming Wednesday, April 18th, at Commuter Cycles in Brunswick. WE finish up with two upcoming events, Short Rides for Newbie Riders in Carlton and Northcote and the Handmade Bicycle Show.
This week, Chris chats to Elise and Kate from Melburn Durt IndyPac Team about their Indian Pacific Wheel Race experiences alongside Liz, Stef and Tess, riding a combined 5500km across Australia, including tales of inspiration, exhaustion, trail angels, dotwatchers and taking on massive personal challenges. You can catch up with two previous Melburn Durt IPWR interviews here: Post-Indian Pacific Wheelrace: Melburn Durt still going for a ride (12 February 2018)Talking to Melburn Durt: all women Indy Pac relay team (4 December 2017)For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow Yarra Bicycle Users Group on twitter, facebook and our public events calendar.
In this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show which was pre-recorded for the Easter break, Faith and Val take a look at the history of Critical Mass in Melbourne.Its a personal history with Val sharing his own involvement, and the significance of the movement for him personally. We also touch on the significance for Melbourne itself with several long-term participants going on to help shape planning and implementation of active transport policies in suburbs around Melbourne. Val's highlights between 1996-2010 include cameo appearances from Ken Lay and Andrew Bolt in addition to the hundreds of regular riders Critical Mass enjoyed.
On this weeks show: Chris talks to Carlton Reid, editor at large for BikeBiz UK on emerging problematic issues and if autonomous vehicles are capable of detecting their surrounding environment, ("All cyclists will need to fit detection beacons, says cycle industry boss") in relation to the death of Elaine Herzberg in Tempe, Arizona.Local news includes the long awaited opening of the Darebin-Yarra trail connection at Sparks Reserve and #dotwatching self-supported cyclists who are riding the cancelled 2018 Indian Pacific Wheelrace route from Fremantle to Sydney.
Its a stunning autumn morning as the show kicks off. Val and Faith are joined in the studio by John Englart and we all share our bike moments. We cover some local and international news including the riders heading off to to make their own adventures on the Indian Pacific Wheel Race route, the Freestyle Cyclists's Stop Fining Healthy Transport rides held this past weekend and more. Talk turns to John's campaign, Extend the Upfield Bike Path to Upfield, which he launched after discovering that work on the Camp Rd Level Crossing project in Campbellfield did not include provision for the extension of the Upfield Bike Path, contrary to the Transport Integration Act 2010. While the extension is sought after by both Moreland and Hume Councils and local residents, the state government is ignoring its own legislation in neglecting to build the path. You can find more about the project at the website and Facebook page.
On this weeks program, Chris, with a rare public holiday appearance from Steve, kick off the show with chat about Moomba, Eight Hour Day and the Lost Trades Fair.Therase Fitzgerald Weeks from Freestyle Cyclists discusses Australia's mandatory helmet laws in relation to perceived safety, preventive health, what happens elsewhere overseas and the Stop Fining Healthy Transport Ride on Saturday 17th March 2018 with similar rides organised for Brisbane and New Zealand.For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow YarraBUG on twitter, facebook and public events calendar.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Michael Hands of Corporate Cycling and Ben Schultz of Bastion Cycles, to talk about the renaissence of the Handmade Bicycle Show in 2018. We share our bike moments, which range from cargo bike discoveries to the satisfaction of riding with customers on the bikes you built for them, before briefly touching on local news. Talk turns to the Handmade Bicycle Show 2018 coming up in April at the Meat Market in North Melbourne after a hiatus of a few years. With twenty-three exhibitors from around Australia and the world, the show aims to give locals access to the world of custom bicycle makers and their products. Ben tells us about Bastion Cycles, their three year anniversary today, their experience exhibiting overseas and how the show works for them as builders. We finish up with a quick mention of the International Women's Day Alleycat coming up on March 8th.
On this weeks show: Chris interviews Rachel Lynskey from #GetOnBoard the Community Powered Transport Plan, Melbourne Friends of the Earths new Sustainable Cities campaign.Topics include lack of political willpower and initiatives surrounding contentious transport issues in Melbourne, with cycling bearing the brunt of being continually ignored, misreported or completely misunderstood by decision makers. Rachel discusses the crossroads that our cities face with growing populations and public transport underinvestiment.Bicycle and transport news includes: BikeBiz UK reports on bicycle companies feeling the heat after another US mass shooting, with VeloCycles investigating their local response and upcoming MCAT Public Forum - Stop WestGate Tunnel Vision on 21 March
Faith & Val back for 2018 and kick off the year with wide ranging discussions about all things bike!
On this weeks program, Chris catches up with Melburn Durt, the all-women IPWR relay team who are still going for a long ride from Fremantle to Sydney on 17 March 2018.Kate, Liz, Elise and Tess (Stef was busy) chat about their reactions, then response to the 2018 Indian Pacific Wheelrace cancellation, their training thus far, ancedotes, dotwatching and fundraising activities.Local cycling-related news includes: your feedback required on St Georges Road works aka Northern Pipe Trail and Dirty Deeds StarCX'd Lovers on Friday 16 February, Brunswick Velodrome.Show us your love - it's 3CR Subscriber Drive - so we'd like at least two, or even FOUR people to subscribe to our little radio program.From 12-18 February we are asking our listeners to subscribe to 3CR and our fabulous programs. Take this opportunity to invest in independent, community-run media. Subscriptions are: $35 Unwaged/Concession, $75 for Waged and $150 Solidarity/Band. Call us on (03) 9419 8377 or subscribe online here.
On this weeks program, Chris presents two more segments from Radio Adelaide Step Away From The Car series recorded at 2017 Australian Cycling and Walking Conference, which will be hosted in Bendigo later in 2018.Women and Children Step Away from the Car: Why is it so hard for women and children to get out of the car and onto bikes… scooters and their own two feet … in today’s episode of Step Away From the Car you’ll hear from Jan Garrard and Hulya Gilbert … two researchers with a few answers … and some solutions.Low Tech Movement in a High Tech World was the theme for the 2017 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference. It was attended by academic researchers, urban planners, policy makers, artists and community activists. How did all these perspectives come together? Jeremy Miller was MC and Treasurer of the organizing committee. In today’s final episode of Step Away From the Car you can hear his overview when the conference was over.Musical interlude is provided by Melbourne musician Danny Woodman with his track Get On Your Bike.Local bicycle news includes public feedback called for Yarra Councils 2018/19 Budget process and Open Space Strategy, Melbourne Metro Construction closures for St Kilda Road and Grattan Street and Darebin Council hosting bicycle maintenance, cycling confidence and training workshops from February through to March 2018For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow YarraBUG on twitter, facebook and public events calendar
Happy new year! This week Chris starts off with a critique/grumble about the almost imperceptible "soft launch" of the Victorian Cycling Strategy 2018-28 and yet more unhelpful media against bicycle riders in Queensland. Continuing on from last fortnights program, here's more three segments from Radio Adelaide series Step Away From The Car, produced by Nicky Page and recorded with people involved with 2017 Australian Walking and Cycling ConferenceAuckland Steps Away from the Car: Hong Kong and New Zealand have very different traffic environments ... Senior Traffic Engineer Jason Chow was born in Hong Kong but now works in Auckland ... creating a variety of safe routes for cyclists and pedestrians... find out why he describes one of those routes as “vibrant”No Trespassing: The Art and Politics of Walking in NSW: When the Wiradjuri warrior called Windradyne walked from Bathurst to Paramatta in 1824 it was to surrender to the Governor to avoid further bloodshed. That event is the focus of today’s episode of Step Away From the Car ... featuring artist Molly L Wagner who is retracing that 197km walk on foot ... and as you can imagine that experience has led to many new insights.The Trojan Horse of Fun: What happens when you take the dark arts of advertising and develop “collective impact” programs to encourage and support cycling in the City of Sydney? Jess Miller has been finding out, in her work as Program Director with Republic of Everyone and especially as part of Clover Moore’s Independent team on the Sydney City Council.... Jess was keynote speaker at the Australian Walking and Cycling Conference and you can hear highlights on today’s episode of Step Away From the Car Local bicycle news includes Women/Trans/Non-Binary Ride at Commuter Cycles THIS Monday 15 January, 6.15pm, starting at 14 Prentice Street, Brunswick, the 2018 Indian Pacific Wheelrace roster released and Lightning Furies: Melbourne Ride on Saturday 20 January, starting at 3pm (precrafting) 5pm (ride), Norma Redpath Studio, 4 Painsdale Place, Carlton. "The Lightning Furies is a bike gang of tough women and non-binary folks. When they take to the streets, children wave, drivers get out of the way, and lycra-clad hoons choose a different route" For more Melbourne bicycle news and events, follow YarraBUG on twitter, facebook and public events calendar
Val talks to Nik Dow from Melbourne Bicycle Users Group about the recently released Victorian Cycling Strategy 2018-28 and related transport issues
We're off having a short break over the new year, but here's three segments from Radio Adelaide series Step Away From The Car, produced by Nicky Page and recorded with people involved with 2017 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference.Port Adelaide Bicycle User Group: Heavy industry, heavy vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians are a pretty uncomfortable combination in Port Adelaide. The grassroots Bicycle User Group there has been working for 35 years to “increase the margins of safety” for cyclists and pedestrians. BUG Secretary Sam Powrie describes the situation and some of their successes.Knowing Your Place: 3214: Most places hold endless stories and sights if you just take a closer look. Five self guided walks developed by local people in the northern suburbs of Geelong have captured many of them. Community Development Officer Amanda Stirrat explains that support for cycling has been just one of the flow on effects of this project.Women and Children Step Away from the Car: Why is it so hard for women and children to get out of the car and onto bikes, scooters and their own two feet? Jan Garrard and Hulya Gilbert are two researchers with a few answers. And some solutions.
On this weeks program Chris chats regular Sydney guest, Sarah Imm, from Velo-a-porter and Bicycle Mayor of Sydney, about making everyday commuting more fun and enjoyable after applying different skills and tips she picked up from cargobikes, e-bikes, road, cyclocross and MTB.News includes dealing with this weeks hot weather, Dan O'Connell Hotel installing a "pit stop" @ Canning Street, Carlton North for thirsy riders, Elon Musks latest amusing edict about public transport and his petulant attempt criticising Jarrett Walker from Human Transit and the final Yarra Council Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting for the year on Wednesday 20th December, 6.30pm, Wurundjeri Room, Collingwood Town Hall.This is our last live program for 2017, Faith & Val return on Monday 8 January 2018 and I'l have two summer special shows coming up over the silly season break.
Faith and Val are joined in the studio this morning by Jonathan Nolan of Melbourne BUG and Revitalise Sydney Road. We kick off the show by sharing our respective bicycle moments before taking a look at local news, including the sad news of another cyclist death at Macedon on the weekend. Conflicted cyclists across Australia woke to the news that the Australian Magpie has been named The Guardian's Bird of the Year, and transport drove Australia's greenhouse gas emissions to their highest point ever. Jonathan takes though some of the many projects around Melbourne that are having an impact on riders, their routes and the potential to encourage new riders to take up using their bike for transport including; the completion of the separated bike lane on Albert St, the development of separated lanes at Southbank and Moray St Sth Melbourne, and the inadequate plans for bike infrastructure around new Melbourne Metro Tunnels at CBD North, Arden and Parkville. With entire roads being redveloped this is the perfect opportunity to build sparated lanes that can cope with increased growth in cyclist nubers yet Melbourne Metro are proposing sub-standard painted lanes that don't meet current VicRoads guidelines. You can have your say on the proposed plans here before Friday December 15th.
Up first on the show, Chris reflects upon the strangeness of recent weather, especially over the weekend, with roads and trails affected by heavy rain and local flooding.This weeks interview is with Kate, Elizabeth, Elise and Stefania about Melburn Durt, their all-women Indy Pac team, who are participating in the new relay option for next years race from Fremantle, Western Australia to Sydney Opera House, NSW. They discuss how they choose to ride the IndyPac, individual stories, challenges, fundraising and IPWR planning.
Val and Faith kick off the show sharing their bike moments and introducing this week's studio guest, Thijs van der Heijden of e-astralian. In today's news we focus on the recent memorial held for the late Paul Farren, the intersections of the worlds in which he shined and the incredible impact he had on so many people over the years. You can watch a Livestream of the memorial service at the Botanic Gardens here. We move onto the topic of today's show, salary packaging of ebikes in Australia and how e-stralian have worked to make this a possibility. Ebikes open up transport options to a wide range of the community and the possibilty of salary packaging makes them even more accesible. Thijs talks about how e-stralian works with HR departments and individual employees to make this happen. You can find out more about e-stralian and salary packaging here.
Chris talks to Merie Polkamp about her Melbourne cycling experiences and what led to her writing the article: Male cyclists, what the hell is your problem? We discuss gendered perceptions about cycling, social media reactions, criticisms to her article, barriers to cycling accessibility, lack of suitable infrastructure, and differences between Melbourne and overseas cycling conditions.Local news includes Paul Farren memorial get together, 2017 Sydney-Melbourne Alpine 1200 dotwatching, Sarah Hammond on SBS Insight, with more events on our facebook and events calendar.
Some bike news with a focus on Yarra City Council's Your Say Yarra. A Local Area Place Making Study is being rolled out in three precincts of Yarra in 2017/18.The survey is your chance to have a say in your local traffic and safety on your streets: www.yoursayyarra.com.au/improving-richmondCycling poems read on the show include Mulga Bill and The Man with Rubber Pedals as well.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Roxanne DeBeaux in depth about her cycling journey, how she got started cycling in Melbourne, moving overseas and being employed by Cambridge Cycling Campaign in the UK.Roxanne shares her observations and insights on campaigning, funding, working through dockless bikeshare issues in Cambridge and what's possibly required next for Melbourne to step up with cycling participation and advocacy.Local news includes a call for witnesses and further information after a hitrun incident involving a teenage girl riding her bike at the intersection of Bell and Sussex Street, Coburg at approximately 8pm, Sunday 5th November 2017.TowardsZero Give the Space to Bike Riders campaign was launched on the weekend, which promotes vehicles giving bicycle riders 1m passing in 60kmh zones and 1.5m in zones over 60kmh, despite Victoria being the last Australian state, behind the NT, to provide minimum passing trial or legislation.
Val and Faith are joined by Nik Dow, of Melbourne BUG and Freestyle Cyclists, this morning in the studio. We share our bike moments including Nik'sexperience riding share bikes in China before moving onto news.We discuss Merie Polkamp's account of gendered abuse from male cyclists in Melbourne and the well documented Australian gender divide in cycling. The misogyny experienced by women cycling in Australia adds an extra dimension to their experience of shared spaces. We discuss how this plays out on different routes and the impact cycling infrastructure can have in determining who chooses to ride a bike in your city or suburb. Our next discussion on stalled plans for St Kilda Rd bike lanes makes the same connection and we see much of this same story played out as we move onto oBikes and share bike systems, both here and around the world. We finish up with two great opportunities coming up to enjoy some art on your bike. One with the excellent Port Phillip BUG and the second enjoying the annual MoreArt bike rides.
On this weeks program Chris chats to Amy-Nicole Peters and Tina McCarthy. Amy-Nicole is riding from Perth to Sydney by bike and estimating to cover over 6,000km, her motivation is to show that anyone can take on a great challenge and make a difference in the lives of others living with mental illness."I have personally experienced mental illness and I want to be open about my experience. I believe mental illness isn’t something to be hidden or considered a taboo topic. It can affect anyone at any time."Read more about Pushbiking for mental health - Perth to Sydney 2017 on chuffed.org fundraising page, facebook, instagram and twitterTina from Wheel Women talks about two upcoming cycling courses for older women in the City of Yarra, Amy's Bike Skills is a FREE 4-week program designed to give skills and confidence to ride your bike more often. We chat about breaking down barriers, fear factor, meeting other women, and learning more about bike skills to make riding fun. The first Amy's Bike Skills four week course starts Tuesday 24 October at Park Street Dining next Velo Cycles (815 Nicholson Street, Carlton North) and a second four-week course commences on Saturday 25 November at the same location. Contact Tina at WheelWomen if you want to know more about either of these two free bike skills courses.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio on a stunning spring morning by Evan Howard of Terra Rosa Gear. We share our respective bike moments and then run through some local news including; Neometro development to close the Upfield shared path for two years, the results from the 2017 Melbourne to Warnambool and an opportunity to say goodbye to Paul Farren. Discussion turns to bikepacking and the amazing array nof bags people use to make trips on their bikes. Evan talks us through a bikepacking set up, and the versatility different bags can deliver so that riders can take advantage of the bikes they have to enjoy all sorts of adventures. We also dicuss the DIY opportunities the bike world seems to enjoy so much as well as different businesses that have sprung up developing bags to meet different needs. You can check out the bags Evan makes at Terra Rose Gear, a list of bikebag manufacturers worldwide at Cycling About and some DIY possibilities, here. here and here. We finish the program with some upcoming events including the Cycle Chic Film Night, the Big Bike Film Night, Ride 2 Work Day and Amy's Bike Skills in the City of Yarra.
On this weeks show Chris talks to Jenica Brook from Melbourne Commuter about recent appalling incidents in Airport West and Northcote, major deficiencies in Victoria Police's interpretation of road laws, her experiences with reporting inappropriate motorist behaviour and what you can do to defuse and record potential altercations.Second interview: Brett Cotter chats about creating and curating The Big Bike Film Night and Cycle Chic Film Tour, which commences touring in Australia and New Zealand this October. Click here for screening times and tickets.Local news includes the passing of Paul Farren, legendary bicycle collector, historian & contributor to Melbourne's cycling life since forever. In homage to Paul and Charlie we've rehosted their interview with Faith and Val from 23 September 2013.There will be a celebration of Paul's life to be held at Lakeside Pavilion Restaurant, Royal Botanic Gardens at a date to be advised.If you would like to reminisce with friends, this Saturday 14th October Abbotsford Cycles are having a Bicycle Swap Meet in association with the Vintage Cycle Club Of Victoria on . Buy, swap, sell or just have a browse. There’s sure to be loads of classic, vintage and precious bicycle stuff of all eras available. Free for buyers & browsers, $10 for sellers. Contact Mark Bradley on barkmadly[AT]netspace.net.au to book a stall.
Val and Faith welcome guest Pepper Cook to the 3CR studio and we kick off the program by sharing our bike moments. We run through some local news including; Marianne Vos to visit Melbourne for the Giro Della Donna and Dirty Deeds CX and over forty oBikes retrieved from the Yarra in Melbourne. We turn to Peru and Pepper's spontaneous decision to take up the opportunity to spend five weeks riding the Peru Divide with Tumbleweed Bikes. Pepper talks about the challenges of bikepacking at altitude and with limited resources for water and food as well as the cultural and social interactions on the trip. You can check out photos from Pepper's adventures on her Instagram account.We finish up the program bolting through events coming up, including; Bike Rave Spring, Cycle Chic Film Tour, the Big Bike Film Night, Ride to Work Day and Amy's Bike Skills (for women over 50)
Its blowing a spring gale as we take to the studio for another episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show. Val and Faith are joined by Kat Carter of Rehub Studio and we kick off the programme by sharing our respective bike moments. W take a look at recent news including; Cycling Australia's recent decisions about the wpmen's road team, the ongoing Mandatory Helmet Law Review, the 2017 Race to the Rock results and the Russian athlete doping scandal. Kat Carter, a physiotherapist, explains why it sometimes hurts when we jump back on the bike after a hiatus, and the best way to manage returning to riding to minimise the pain, whether you're planning on commuting to work or training for Seven Peaks. We delve into the wonderful links between our muscles, our brain and our pedals before also taking a look at the problems presenting themselves at this time of year. We finish up with some upcoming events including; an opportunity to meet Race to the Rock riders in Melbourne, the Burn Calories not Coal Bike Rally and the Cycle Chic Film Tour
On this weeks program Chris discusses a new Monash study Spike in serious road injuries among cyclists by Dr Ben Beck and goes for impromptu editorial about Melbourne politics and transport priorities, and how they impact upon peoples travel choices.Additional links: 1. The Conversation: With more cyclists suffering serious injuries on the road, what can we do to ensure their safety? 2. The Age 'I realised how close I was to being killed': Serious cyclist accidents rise by 8 per cent each yearThis weeks interview is with Jac Torres-Gomez, the newly minted president of Bike Bendigo. Jac talks about getting distracted at AGMs and getting voted President, riding with children, riding for transport, Bike Bendigo activities, commissioning murals, a huge range of activities for October bicycle month, promoting Bendigo as the bicycle capital of regional Australia and the 2018 Walking & Cycling Conference to be held in Bendigo.Bicycle news includes Cr Jonathon Sri organising a pop-up bicycle lane in Brisbane, Yarra Councils 30kmh speed trial limit to go ahead in Collingwood/North Fitzroy streets and Collingwoods very own pop-up 'gateway' for Spring with a very large flowering tree on Wellington Street x Hotham Street.
We kick off today's show with Mark Knopfler's musings on bicycles before sharing our bike moments. News covered this morning includes an update on Race to the Rock 2017 standings, a Bicycle Network mandatory helmet law policy review and global community soul searching prompted by dockless bike sharing amongst other things. Also of note but not mentioned on the show is a Merri Creek Trail reconstruction project which may impact your local commute. You'll find details here. We finish the show with some upcoming events including final screenings (for now) of All for One, the awesome Drag Drains Drags on Sunday September 10th and Women on Wheels Bike Skills Workshop in Darebin.
On this weeks show, Chris catches up with Sarah Imm about her Bicycle Mayor of Sydney role, with musical assistance from Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin & Louis Armstrong. She discusses her observations of riding for transport in London, Paris, Amsterdam and Copenhagen, alongside some surprising similarities to Australia!Sarah talks about bicycle share, motorists showing respect, cycling infrastructure, initiatives by Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris, London Quietways and Cycle Superhighways, cargobikes for shopping, meeting with Sarah Burr from Transport for London, speaking at VeloCity Conference in Nijmegen, riding with children, getting more women + people of colour riding and her future plans as Bicycle Mayor of Sydney & Velo-a-porter.
Its a cold and drizzly morning as Faith and Val take to the airwaves for this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show. We share our bike moments, including memories of the late Matt McCullough, before moving on to local news. The OBike system presents several different topics for discussion, the system makes bike sharing easier for some, but gets a mixed reception on Melbourne streets and from different groups, cycling and otherwise, in Melbourne. Discussion also turns to an interesting recent article on the inequality of laws and expectations mediating interactions between cyclists and motorists. We remember those from our bike community lost recently including, Paul Semmens, Stephen Woolridge and Gary West and remind ourselves to look after one another and seek help when we need it. Losing so many from a community can be overwhelming at times and if you don't have friends or family you feel able to talk to you can call Lifeline. We finish up with events to get you out on your bike including Bicycle Maintenance classes, The fabulous Melbourne CX Grand Prix and Drag Drains Drag.
Two interviews on this weeks program, first up Chris talks to Cr Jonathon Sri, Gabba Ward councillor for Brisbane City Council about the recent Victoria Bridge protest, (SBS: Brisbane cyclists stage bridge 'die-in') Brisbane cycling issues and challenging barriers & politics in a very different council structure to what us in the southern states are used to.Second interview is with Cr Nicholas Frances Gilley, who chairs the City of Melbourne Transport portfolio, discussing transport priorities in a rapidly changing city, creating a inclusive city for pedestrians and bicycle riders and proposed changes to the Southbank precinct.
On this weeks program, Chris chats to Alex Fletcher from Perth about Freewheeler, an sustainable transport app that tracks trips, different transport modes and helps to earn points & rewards for walking, cycling & public transport. Freewheeler was recently a joint winner of the 2017 Resilient Melbourne Citymart Challenge.Local news includes another unpleasant incident of oil dumping on lower Moonee Ponds Creek Trail, dotwatching the Transcontinent race #TCRNO5, quote from This is not a Tour by Mike Hall (The Brooks Bugle 2016), good news for funding for a new bridge over the Merri between Northcote & CERES and last days to fill Park Victoria's survey for an all ability access ramp to replace the Gipps Street steps in Abbotsford.
A brief homage to Russell Mockridge on his 1955 ride in the Tour de France and a wrap on the prostate pounding pedalling pelaton now parked in Paris.The ongoing saga of pollution and it's effects on bike riders, ongoing study highlighted by the NYT. We chat to Lenka about the bike ride as protest, with Burn Calories not Coal's ride on the 29th July 2017.
This week Chris chats about bicycle stuff out in South East Melbourne with David Blom from Whitehorse Cyclists and Robert Jamieson from CycleCasey.David talks about updates to Box Hill Ringwood Rail Trail, Gardiners Creek Trail, Sydnal to Heatherdale Pipeline Trail, Bushy Creek Trail/Koonung Creek Trail, Pipeline Trail, Daniel Robertson Brickworks, (where the Obikes have been stored) and Healesville Freeway reserve Robert discusses the idea behind creating Cycle Casey to improve riding for transport, living in a rapidly expanding growth area, improving wayfinding, building connected shared paths, access to public spaces, secure bike parking and future activities.Local news includes the planets finally aligning for Gipps Street ramps replacement & Parks Victoria asking for public feedback on an all access ramp, Val interviewed by Yarra Reporter about new road rules introduced on 1 July, and public assistance required after a spate of dangerous oil dumping in the last week on inner Melbourne shared paths.
The Treadly Two , Tim and Het , chat on their slow ride from India to London . The increase in fines for touching your phone while astride your velocipede , our new freedom to enjoy the air quality in Melbourne's bus lanes and OBikes , a new kind of litter on the footpaths. For more information, check out their blog at https://treadlytwo.wordpress.com/
Val and Faith kick off the show on a glorious winter's morning with studio guest Kat Carter of Rehub Studios. We share our respective bike moments before moving on to some local news including; City of Melbourne to name and shame vehicles parked in bike lanes (and a handy link for reporting them yourself), VicRoads campaign of awareness about laws affecting cyclists use of the roads and Bicycle Network's support for 30kph speed limits.We move onto bike fit and Kate takes us through the important elements of bike fit and how they interact with your own priorities, your body and the bike. We look at the most common injuries or concerns that can arise from incorrect bike fit, how your body works while it is on the bike and the ways in which you can identify that your fit on the bike might need adjusting. Kate leaves us with a couple of handy stretches that most cyclists will benefit from and illustrated in the photos below. You can find more information about bikefit here and a handy measurement process you can follow at home here. The Medicine of Cycling Group(US) also touches on much of what Kat discussed on the show for anyone who is interested in more information. We didn't have time to run through upcoming events but you can take a look at WOCLE who are running a series of workshops for women in Melbourne's Inner North and also a seminar being presented soon by the Institute for Sustainable Transport.
On this special one-hour Radiothon edition it's a full studio with Faith, Steve, Val, Chris and guest Randall Stephens, discussing virtually everything from local news, world affairs, volcanoes, climate change, limericks and of, course, bicycles!We chat about a edge of the couch finish to the Critérium du Dauphiné, two hundred years of the bicycle, Yarra Councils 30 km/h speed limit trial in Collingwood and Fitzroy, upcoming Melburn Roobaix, Swift Campout Melbourne and of course, lots of lovely limericks from Randall Stephens for all you wonderful people donating to our show's radiothon target.You can also make a donation or subscription by calling 3CR on 9419 8377 during business hours and pledging to YarraBUG Radio or donate online at 3cr.org.au/donate
On this weeks show, Chris tackles diverse topics such as dot watching, Mike Halls last ride from Harrogate to Wales, 2017 Trans Am Bike Race and all-important brick safety.If you think road rage is an entirely modern concept, listen to Goofy transform from Mr Walker to Mr Wheeler from 1950! This weeks two features are courtesy of the Dutch Cycling Embassy with How the Dutch got their cycle paths (2011) and Systematic Safety: The Principles Behind Vision Zero (2017). Read here for Dutch Cycling Embassy long-read and additional presentations from Peter Furth.Local news includes Darebin Council Rushall Station footbridge update, especially if you've been avoiding the area for the last three months, with both the footbridge and intersection of Walker & McLachlan Streets in Northcote finally reopening. Next week on YarraBUG Radio we have a special one show show and whether you listen in on the tranny, streaming online, or catch up later on the podcast you should know that 3CR Community Radio and we rely on the support of listeners to stay on air. Have you seen Val Nagle's beard? We need a donation for every whisker on Val's chinny chin chin! Without your donation there is no radio station, and no bicycle radio show. You can make a donation at https://www.givenow.com.au/cause442 and please make sure you put Yarra BUG Radio Show in the comments box as a show you would like to support. Every one who makes a donation will have a ridiculous poem or limerick written about them and it will be read out LIVE on Monday June 12th 2017.
Its a fine late autumn morning as Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Rowan Faltyn and Val's particularly persistent head cold. We kick off the show sharing our bike moments and some news including the upcoming 3CR Radiothon, the end of Bicycle Network's Ride On Magazine and Tom Doumoulin's win in the 2017 Giro D'Italia. Talk turns to the community of cyclists using Warm Showers a site based on reciprocal hospitality for cycling tourists. Rowan has both hosted cyclists and been a guest in Tasmania and Europe and we discuss the ways in which this model works particularly well for cyclists travelling the world and their hosts as well as it's old school origins in the 70s. We finish up with some upcoming events including Newbie Night at Melbourne Bike Polo on Wednesday and this Sunday's Wrenchworthy Workshop in Thornbury. And of course there is a reminder or two about this year's Radiothon. If you'd like to keep independent media like 3CR and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on the air then please donate at 3cr.org.au and mention the Yarra BUG Radio Show in the comments box. We'll be thanking everyone who donates live on-air on Monday June 12th with special guest Sarah Hammond.
On this weeks show, Chris starts with broad overview of the last fornight, from Yarra Councils special meeting on 2017-18 budget, the minimum passing bill being defeated in Victorian Parliament and ongoing issues where overdue bicycle infrastructure encounters both a complete lack of awareness and real funding from governments and bureaucrats.This weeks interview: Nat Bromhead from Bicycling Australia magazine discusses his article Threats, Claims Of Violence On Australian Anti-Cyclist Hate Page, Gary Hunts editorial Editorial: When Will Cyclists' Lives Be Taken Seriously, issues surrounding alarming attitudes towards bicycle riders on social media spilling in real life and what we all can do to de-escalate simplistic hate with awareness.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio on this foggy autumn morning by Elliot Fishman, Director of the Institute for Sensible Transport. We kick off the show by sharing our respective bike moments before taling a look at some news including; the failure of #ametrematters legislation to get through the Victorian Parliament, another stupid and avoidable crash with a moto in professional racing, this time in the Giro D'Italia and a submission by the City of Sydney to have a cycling course count towards Learner Driver's 120 hours log book total.We then take a look at some recent examples of the Victorian Premier's language about cyclists and how this plays out against a background of increasing emphasis on moving people and the efforts of local councils and government organisations to facilitate that.We finish up with some events coming up this week including YogHURT at Brunswick Cycling Club every Monday evening and the Central Victorian Atheists and Freethinkers meeting in Kyneton on Wednesday.
Ride and Rally to Parliament and Melbourne Bicycle Diaries: first up, Chris chats with Greens MLC Samantha Dunn about Ride + Rally to Parliament (8.15am, Wednesday 10 May) about the rather underwhelming Victorian state budget for active transport and how you can support #ametrematters minimum passing laws. Local news includes how you can make submissions supporting increasing bicycle infrastructure funding to Your Say Yarra by Thursday 11 May. This weeks second interview is with Rosie from Melbourne Bicycle Diaries about one bike, a sense of adventure and exploring Melbourne one bike ride at a time - pedalling furiously from Northside to Southside!
This weeks program is a May Day Special with a repeat of the Asher Wolf interview about her article Meet The Food Delivery Workers In The Decentralised Dickensian Online Gig Economy and what needs to happen to protect vulnerable workers in this deregulated service industry. Also included is Australias riding to work history with observations about shearers bikes from The Argus Weekend Magazine (Sep 1945) & remembering MacRobertsons cycling history in Fitzroy.
On this weeks program Chris catches up with Sarah Imm about her plans as the new Bicycle Mayor of Sydney and how the role was created, her involvement with the Indian Pacific Wheelrace memorial ride for Mike Hall in Sydney, how the #bikeshopeat with Kritof Allegaert came about, her plans in the coming months for Vélo-á-Porter and how the focus of the Bicycle Mayor and Vélo-à-Porter differ.
This weel Val chats with guest and fellow Burnley Park resident Don Ash and their topic is how Council Planning may affect and impact local wildlife and the health and wellness of local residents. Yarra City Council is consdering a permit for a 108 seat restaurant to be established in the heart of pristine Burnely Park. Melbourne cyclists would know Burnley Park as the one adjacent to Yarra Boulevard and a place where community can rest and relax in a commercial free environment. Interested listeners might want to follow the residents action by clicking on the following links: #saveburnleypark as well as the online petition: www.change.org/p/misha-coleman-yarracity-vic-gov-au-stop-commercial-development-of-community-park-land
This week Chris talks to Asher Wolf about her article Meet The Food Delivery Workers In The Decentralised Dickensian Online Gig Economy and what needs to happen to protect vulnerable workers in this deregulated service industry. Other news includes staying up far too late to watch Greg Van Avermaet win a particularly fast & very dusty Paris Roubaix, your input is needed to Help shape Yarra's future, especially in regards to cycling infrastructure funding and Wallan to Heathcote Rail Trail Feasibility Study.
After several recent 3CR programs dedicated to the Indian Pacific Wheelrace, Val and Chris attempt to process Fridays unbearably tragic news of Mike Halls death on the Monaro highway outside of Canberra. Mike was one of the worlds greatest ultra endurance cyclists and an event founder, going back to the Tour Divide. As a mark of respect, cyclists all over the world quickly organised tribute rides to Mike, with thousands turning out in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane on Sunday 2nd April. A Perth tribute ride is planned for later this week. With thanks to Sam and Steve, we play audio of Andrew Pike's moving speech for Mike from the Melbourne ride conclusion at Wurundjeri Spur, Yarra Bend Boulevard.We also reflect upon the passing of Jim Freeman, a long time Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club member and friend to many. Cycling news also includes Philippe Gilberts unexpected win in the Tour of Flanders and a proposed elevated "cycleway" for Melbournes inner west at part of the West Distributor.
On this week program, Steve talked with Jesse Carlsson at the Indian Pacific Wheelrace launch at Curve Cycling about a fortnight ago - and today is day 10 when the race leaders finally hit Melbourne!Chris talks to Senator Janet Rice about bicycle funding and riding in Melbourne's west in the wake of Arzu Baglars death in Yarraville a fortnight ago. Janet also speaks about recent motion she introduced in the Australian senate calling for federal investment in cycling and simple steps how you can help get cycling on the agenda with your local council and elected representatives, even if you're not a seasoned campaigner or activist.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio on this miserable autumn morning by Will Hartnett. We briefly chat about the tragic death of Azura B in Yarraville recently, trolls abusing Janet Rice for commenting on the gender split on much of Melbourne's cycling routes and the nexus between these two. We then turn to the inaugral Indian Pacific Wheel Race, now underway after setting out from Fremantle on Saurday at 6am. Will is updating the #IPWR blog and fills us in on the leaders, their efforts so far, the conditions they've been riding in, what they can expect coming up. We also take a look at the rest of the field, with 50% of the women riding in the top ten, and some fascinating stories amongst the seventy-odd riders who've chosen to take on this challenge. Some handy links to keep in touch with the Indy Pac Race over the next week or two; Indian Pacific Wheel Race, Indian Pacific Wheel Race on Facebook, Indian Pacific Wheel Race Potato Cake Survey, Sarah Hammond Purple Dot.
Two interviews this week: first up, Chris & Steve chat to Rishi Fox about her preparation and focus for the upcoming Transcontinental 5, an unsupported 4000km endurance ride from Belgium to Greece, alongside her training, anecdotes, confidence building, combined with her love of cycling adventures. You can support Rishi on her solo ride at gofundme.com and watch in real time on transcontinental.cc from 28 July 2017.Second interview: Alan Todd from Freestyle Cyclists about his long involvement with Australia's mandatory helmet legislation (MHL), "Australian Exceptionalism", conflict with bureaucracy, police and media criticism about the upcoming Helmet Optional ride on Saturday 18 March 2017. Alan states the case that focussing on MHL distracts from more important cycling safety issues.
Its a stunning autumn morning as Val and Faith kick off the show with their respective bike moments. Discussion turns to Sydney Rd, Brunswick and Coburg and a statement from the RACV supporting the removal of car parking from the strip to facilitate the movement of people in cars, trams and on foot and on bikes. With the State Government bound to implement accessible platforms for the tram by 2022, there is an opportunity to improve the flow of pedestrians, trams, cars and bicycles along the shopping strip and simultaneously improve the environment of the street for shoppers visiting traders. Sydney Rd is unque in that there is enough existing off-road car parking spaces to replace those lost by removing on-street parking. You can find out more at Revitalise Sydney Road. Val discusses some news about technical developments in the bike wold before we move onto a long list of rides coming up over the next few weeks. These include; 55+ Pushy Social Ride, Stop Fining Healthy Transport Ride, Melbourne World Naked Bike Ride, Cemetery Discovery Tour, the start of the Indian Pacific Wheel Race and the 2017 Women's Ride.
On todays program, Chris speaks to Andy Gild and Gary Chan from Melbourne Bicycles For Humanity Chapter about working with local communities in Nambia, their upcoming events and projects, including how you can get involved with fundraising for Cycle for Humanity during March 2017 and win great prizes, Bicycles for Humanity: A Portfolio exhibition on 5pm, 1st March (Please RSVP by 28 Feb via B4HEvents@gmail.com) and a series of Sunday afternoon forums starting 5th March at Magnet Gallery, 640 Bourke Street, Melbourne.Local news includes Change.org petition to keep St Georges Road crossovers closed, after Melbourne Water completes their work, to make the area safer for pedestrians and riders, Pushy Youth Yarra courses starting this week, todays Merri Creek temporary closure under High Street bridge, Northcote, Parks Victoria repair work on Main Yarra Trail at Henley Landing and this weeks Bike Talks and Oil at Burnley Backyard, 5.30pm, Wednesday 1st March, 49 Tudor Street, Richmond.
Val and Faith are joined in the sudio today by Col Bell of Sunbury Cycling Club and Fields of Joy CX. We all share our bicycle moments before running through some news including; two recent incidents of cyclists being shot, near Southland in Melbourne and near Everton, good progress on the Darebin Yarra Trail link and free bicycle training for youth in Yarra. We turn to CX and specifically Col's visit to the recent UCI CX World Chamionships in Luxembourg with other members of the FOJCX team. Col talks us through the warm welcome the Australians received, the UCI's respect for race organizers, what it takes to host a CX World Championships and the ideas the team brought back to Australia and FOJCX. We also discussed the C2 UCI CX events Fields of Joy will be hosting for the first time this year and the opportunities there for both racers and spectators and the wider community. There was no time to list upcoming events today but some of those we would draw your attenton to are; Pushy Social Rides 55+, the Stop Fining Healthy Transport Ride, the World Naked Bike Ride and the start of the Indian Pacific Wheelrace.
Chris catches up with Mike Waller from the Walmer Street Action Group on the long running Salta development issue in Walmer St, including bad planning processes and lack of real engagement addressing local residents and stakeholder concerns in Abbotsford and Kew. Mike discusses broader planning issues related to political donations, lack of clear vision and planning integration, in light of Richard Wynnes recent approval, subject to 57 conditions. Also see Defend the Yarra River Bank | Yarra Riverkeeper Association | Collingwood & Abbotford Residents Association David Blom from Whitehorse Cyclists talks about recent completion of the Heatherdale-Syndal Pipe Trail in South-east Melbourne and upcoming Gardiners Creek Commuters ride celebrating the pipeline first stage opening on 7am, Wednesday 22 February, starting from northern most point of the new trail (Ballantyne St, East Burwood) riding to the Melbourne CBD as part of their daily commute to work.During this week 3CR has a Show Us Your Love Subscriber drive: so please subscribe to 3CR, especially to our program! Take this opportunity to invest in independent, community-run media and show us your love! Subscriptions are: $35 Unwaged/Concession, $70 for Waged and $130 Solidarity/Band. It's real easy to subscribe: here's all the details.
It's a gloomy summer's morning as Val and Faith welcome Sarah Hammond and Jesse Carlsson to the studio. We kick off with our respective bike moments, before moving on to local bike news incuding Damien Howson's win in the Herald Sun Tour and the 2016 Cycling Victoria Awards. Jesse introduces us to the Indian Pacific Wheel Race, coming up in March, talking about the inpiration behind the event, the history of intrepid overlanders in Australia and the type of race he hoped to create. Sarah Hammond tells us what she is looking forward to in the race and the novelty for Australian racers of riding on home turf. Both are looking forward to seeing the community response to the race, particularly as riders come through major cities such as Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney and we discuss the type of support riders might enjoy along the route. We finish up with some local events including Melbourne Bike Rave this weekend and the World Naked Bike Ride, which unfortunately won't co-incide with the the Melbourne leg of the Indian Pacific Wheel Race. We didn't have the chance to mention it on the show but cyclists in the City of Yarra and particularly those who approach Napier St from Edinburgh Gardens may want to have a look at the Protect Fitzroy North website about a planned development that will have a big impact on this route in terms of car traffic.
On todays program, lets attempt to avoid daily dystopia and return to 1955 with the Cycling Touring Club (now Cycling UK), on grand day out by train, and listen to some much-needed common sense about joined up transport, which was far more advanced in 1955 than now!If you're interested in cycle touring, why not consider getting involved with Wrenchworthy Bike Shed in Thornbury, the Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club or even plan your own trip with friends over summer.Local news includes Julianne Bell, who died last Friday, who was a regular guest on 3CR, force behind Protectors of Public Lands, Save Royal Park and formidable opponent against East West Link, the resignation that bête noire of bicycle riders, Duncan Gay as NSW Transport Minister, first Yarra Bicycle Advocacy Committee Meeting for 2017 (8 February) and the launch of Cycling Without Age in Victoria (31 January) at Fairway Hostel, Sandingham.
Val and Faith kick off the show on a stunning summer morning with their bike memories. We then take a look at local news including Richie Porte's win at the Tour Down Under, a reminder about the closure of the Merri Creek Walker Street bridge and Le Ride, a fascinating film about the 1928 Australasian Tour de France team coming up at ACMI later this week. We also give a shout out to the Passbox Project which is still seeking volunteers. Val recounts a story about the fascinating links between cycling and the IMF via French politics and we finish off with a list of some events coming up including; Freewheeling cycling exhibition at Scienceworks, Pushy Women, Bike Rave, and opportunities to learn to ride in Fawkner with The Squeaky Wheel.
On our first show for 2017, Chris speaks to Berto Vaissière, new Executive Director of The Squeaky Wheel about upcoming events, including their new Pushy Women North learn to ride project in Fawkner, International Student Rides for O-Week, Roll Up Bicycle valet events for the St Kilda Festival, Sydney Road Street party, kids-themed Moonee Valley Festival, Catherine Devenys Pushy Women Show and a big hint about possible welcome return of a Squeaky Wheel favourite!Local news includes a reminder about the Merri Creek Bridge closure between Northcote and Rushall Station from 30 January and Yarra Council calling for community input into council strategy for the next four years until 23 January.
On this weeks program, Chris speaks to new Yarra Mayor, Cr Amanda Stone about the continuing Walmer Street Plaza impasse, will community concerns be acted upon by developers and Richard Wynne, Victorian Planning Minister, with a decision now overdue and imminent?News includes the 119th Austral Wheelrace, new look Brunswick velodrome, news from Hobsons Bay Council with Laverton Creek shared path now open between McCormack Park and State Baseball Softball Centre, and Freewheeling, a travelling exhibition from the National Museum of Australia opening this week at Scienceworks in Spotwood. In related transport news, The Atlantic's CityLab reports on the US Department of Transport releasing "a plain-language toolkit to help citizens weigh in on all kinds of projects - so they can thwart the bad ones"
It's a stunning summer morning as Val and Faith take to the studio. We share our bike moments before taking a look at news, both loal and further afield including; Rishi Fox's Bonds Rd everesting, the closure of the Walker St Merri Creek bridge, ramps to replace the Sydney Harbour Bridge stairs and millions for London cycling infratructure. We finish up the show with some fo the local events coming up inluding Lighten Upfield, the MoreArt Night Ride and next year's Pushy Women Show.
On this weeks program: Chris welcomes Steve back into the 3CR studio after a too-long absence with news about last weekends Tour de Melburn, Melbourne Water M40 works on St Georges Road in Northcote, Thornbury & Preston and Free to be, CrowdSpots latest collaboration with Plan Australia, a campaign that lets girls share their experiences of Melbourne.In the wake of last weeks NSW government announcement backing down on mandatory ID for cyclists, David Borella from BikeSydney does an indepth recap about what's actually occurred, what's required for getting cycling priorities at an advantage and makes the point that advocates must reset priorities rather than reacting to the current low grade analysis of cycling issues.
Val and Faith kick off this week's show with a quick wrap of news including the $1.33 million dollars in revenue raised by the NSW government from cyclists, dropping numbers in Sydney cyclists and issues raised around the safety of carbon forks. We also introduce this week's studio guest, Blane Muntz of Cargone Couriers and share our bicycle moments.Blane tells us about the development of his business as a last kilometre freight provider and we discuss this in the contect of the City of Melbourne Last Kilometre Freight Plan. With more competition for shared spaces in the CBD, Melbourne like other cities worldwide is looking for innovative ways for businesses to move freight around.
On this weeks show: Chris talks to Robert Kretschmer from Bike Bendigo about this weeks (24-26 November) Cycling Innovation showcase, Open Streets Bendigo, Bendigo International Bike Film Festival, new Cycleport initiative and more!In local news: Walmer Plaza recap with Sue Donovan from Walmer Street Action Group about looming deadline for action and Yarra City Councils meeting this Tuesday 21 November to vote on this contentious planning issue that will have massive implications for open space, walking and cycling accessibility in the Kew/Abbotsford area. Also you can support keep 3CR on air by buying lovely Crudo wines for summer! Read the Wine Fundraiser details here, pick up from the station at 21 Smith Street, Collingwood.
On this weeks show: Chris catches up with David Borella from BIKESydney for a wide ranging chat about cycling and transport issues in the Emerald City. Topics include Ride to the Gong, WestConnex protests, Green Square, ongoing cycling crackdown from RMS, who also paradoxically sponsor SpringCycle, a solution in sight for those problematic 50+ steps on the Harbour Bridge, M5 Green Link, Sydney's destroyed tram network, George Street Light Rail, getting cycling infrastructure into new developments and the recent Sydney Rides Festival.
On this weeks program Chris discusses 2016 local council elections and big changes to local representation in metro Melbourne councils. There's a Single Speed World Championship recap with Damian Auton, Renata the new womens SSWC champion and happy cast of hundreds at Woodend. Sue Donovan from Walmer Street Action Group talks about about recent public consultation at Richmond Town Hall over two Salta developments planned for Walmer/Victoria Street, Abbotsford, in light of changes with local council elections, public outcry over the illegal Corkman Irish Hotel demolition and leadership needed from the planning minister rather than allowing developers to hold sway over pedestrian and cyclist access in the area
The sun is shining but there is still a winter chill to the air as Val and Faith take to the studio, with this week's guests, Brad and Victoria of Melbourne Art Bike Grand Prix. We take a look at the news including Tess Fabry's brilliant win of the second women's Melbourne to Warnambool road race and Nathan Elliot's win of the men's race. Local council elections are coming up and you can find responses to questions put by Yarra BUG on their website. Brunswick Cycling Club is celebration their centenary this week and Anna Meares has announced her retirement while Peter Sagan won the World Championships road race in Doha. Brad and Victoria fill us in on the inaugral Melbourne Art Bike Grand Prix they have planned for Tuesday November 1st at Coburg Velodrome. Intended as an alternative to the focus on horse racing the Art Bike GRand Prix will feature decorated 'art bikes' racing at the velodrome to support the work of Bicycles for Hmanity. Take bikes to donate, decorate your bike as a piece of art or just drop in to watch the fun and enjoy the music!We finish up with some upcoming events including; My Mechanic Rules at Commuter Cycles, the SSWC at Woodend this weekend, MoreArt Festival rides with The Squeaky Wheel and the 2016 Bright 24hr.
On this weeks show, Chris chats with Damian Auton about build up to Single Speed World Championships (SSWC) in Melbourne and Woodend, and how you can be involved in a fabulous six-day bike festival of events. Second interview: CB Mako on being a mum, disability advocate, woman of colour, cargobike rider and writing about her experiences riding in Melbournes west. Third interview: Troy Parsons, who's standing in this months Yarra Council elections as Australian Cyclists Party candidate. We discuss local issues, need for improved planning, making riding accessible for broader audience, eg: 8 to 80, increased funding and sustainable transport options for school children.Local news: Fitzroy Residents Association have organised a "Meet the Candidates" Forum (Nicholls & Langridge Wards) for City of Yarra, 7.30pm, Monday 10 October at the Reading Room, Fitzroy Town Hall.
On this weeks show, Chris talks to Jenica Brooke from Melbourne Commuter about last weeks recommendments from the Victorian governments Economic and Infrastructure Committee about the Road Safety Road Rules 2009 (Overtaking Bicycles) Bill 2015. We discuss problematic implications of flawed recommendations for intersections, riding two abreast and other proposed "solutions" to apparently perceived issues by committee members that could undermine the whole point of minimum passing distance legislation. Bicycle news includes local council elections in October, Australian Cyclist Party fielding a candidate in Yarra Council, supporting the Lightening Furies pozible campaign and The Triplets of Belleville soundtrack live at next months Melbourne Festival by Le Terrible Orchestre de Belleville with Benoît Charest.
Val and Faith kick off a sunny but chilly spring morning in the studio with bike moments and introduce this week's guest, Alecks Svazas. We run through some of the news from the week including Sarah Hammond's determined win in the inaugral Race to the Rock, the inaugral winners of the European Road Championships, a tragic death in the Paralympic Road Race and drug claims surounding Sky Racing. Our Studio guest Alecks tells us about his three weeks touring through Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan by bike, the planning and adventures along the way. We wrap up with some upcoming events including Pushy Women Maintenance session, Melburn Hurt's Fixies in Wonderland G'alleycat and Bicycle for Humanity's Art Bike Grand Prix.
The Single Speed Worlds Carnivelo coming to town! Chris chats to Damian Auton about next months 2016 Single Speed Championships, with a packed week in Melbourne and Woodend, chockers full of bicycle festivities, including My Mechanic Rules at Commuter Cycles, Melburn pub ride, socials rides, early bird drinks, Carnivelo market at Hanging Rock, leading up to the main event on Sunday 23 October. News includes update over Merri Creek to CERES proposed bridge, with Darebin Council approving detailed design funding, in the UK, West Midlands Police to use a cycling officer to target close-passing motorists, Melbourne Bicycle Users Group petition aimed at upcoming Melbourne council elections for additional community feedback and design improvement on proposed Southbank Boulevard protected bike lanes. Also be quick to get tickets to Le Terrible Orchestre de Belleville, with Benoît Charest recreating The Triplets of Belleville score live at the Melbourne Festival as the film itself is beamed onto the big screen.
It's a gorgeous early spring morning as Val and Faith head into the studio. We kick off today's show with our respective bike moments and take a look at some bike news including; Race to the Rock with past guests Sarah Hammomnd and Jesse Carlsson, upgrade plans for Hoddle Street and an online consultation and plans for seperated bike lanes on St Kilda Rd. We rarely mention magpies. Spring is the perfect time to drag your bike out of the shed and give it a once over before taking to the bike paths so Val takes us through a couple of the essential points to check if its been a while since you last rode your bike. And if you're looking for some local events to kickstart your spring bike enthusiasms then how about the Spring Full Moon Ride, Melburn Bike Market or Pushy Women Training session?
On this weeks program: Chris discusses last weeks Guardian Cities article "Sydney's 'war on cyclists': 'I got fined $106 for not having a bell'" and influence of ongoing wedge politics and running interference in Australia's biggest city regarding sustainable transport options. This weeks interview: Richmond residents Aly MacDonald and Jeremy Lawrence talk about their innovative proposal, the Mondring for Swan Street/Punt Road intersection, complementing the Streamlining Hoddle Street intersection redevelopment. Mondring is an elevated path, based on Hovenring in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. Local news includes last days to make your online entry to the 2016 Single Speed Worlds (SSWC) in Woodend, upcoming Fyxo Swap Meet at Rooftop Carpark and Squeaky Wheel's Pushy Women training for Yarra on 18 September at Fitzroy High School.
On this weeks program: Rushall Reserve recap, linking Melbourne's shared paths, campaigns & perserverance: Chris catches up with Zoe Metherell about positive result for the Let's Share Rushall Reserve campaign, that huge Yarra Council meeting on 2nd August and ongoing plans to link shared paths in inner Melbourne. Local topics include Paul Biegler's article: Bike safety: the great fluoro fallacy, decreasing number of Australian children walking & riding to school since 1971 and The Conversation: Modelling for major road projects is at odds with driver behaviour
Val and Faith are joined in the studio today by Associate Professor, Craig Fry, of Victoria University. We share our bike moments before running through some news including; Yarra Council's decision on the Rushall Reserve shared path, the women's Olympic road race cycling crashes, the CX Grand Prix at Essendon Fields on the weekend and the upcoming census. Craig introduces us to some of the research he has done into grief and bike riding after losing his own father and noticing the positive effects his bike riding had for him. We talk about the reasons this might be hppening and some of the stories other riders have shared about this as well as Craig's own story, which he wrote about in Ride: A Memoir to My Father We finish up with some upcoming events including Archibike, an architetural tour of Brunswick, another Pushy Women training session in Yarra and a reminder about the regular BUG rides listed at bikefun.org.
On this week's show: Chris talks to Sue Freeland from Guardians of the Flemington Road Gum to catch up on last weeks sad and avoidable outcome that resulted in it's removal. This week Yarra Council will vote on Rushall Reserve shared path plans and you are encouraged to attend public question time to support the proposed path linkage. Todays second interview is with Joe Norster about Projector Bike moving to Brunswick, their new Free Friday rides and upcoming activities coming into the summer months.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio on a bitterly cold Monday morning by Sarah Hammond, Jesse Carlsson and Col Bell. We run through some news from the weekend, including the Tour de France and the Tour de Beechworth, and everyone shares their bike moments.Jesse fills our listeners in on the Trans Am Bike Race, which he won in 2015. We move on to sarah and her experience racing in 2016 and the purple dot frenzy that she inspired, the highs and lows of endurance events and whether she would do it again. We finish up with Jesse's plans for two events in Australia, the Race to the Rock and the Indian Pacific Wheel Race. We finish up with a far too short round up of events which should ahve included, a Projector Bike Ride this Friday night, Fields of Joy CX Women's Development Day and Mixed Gender Development Day on Saturday july 30th, and of course the headlining event the Melbourne Grand Prix of Cyclocross on the weekend of August 6 & 7th (National CX Series) including the Lisa Jacobs Farewell Race!
On todays program: Chris attempts to chat about Le Tour, magnificent French scenery & sleep deprivation after only one coffee. Local news includes last weeks lively Walmer Street public meeting in Abbotford. This weeks guest is Sue Freeman from Guardians of the Flemington Road Gum, we chat about this iconic Lemon-scented gum's long, rich history in Parkville, proactive reasons why it must be retained, despite the CityLink Tulla Widening Project marking it for removal and why it shouldn't be removed for either "safety" concerns or a painted bicycle lane. Sue lets us know how to get involved with the Guardians 24-hour roster to protect the tree until a suitable solution is available and why planning issues must be more conducive towards community & local environmental concerns. For additional upcoming events, see our public calendar.
On todays show, Chris chats to Mike Waller from Walmer Street Action Group about proposed a Salta redevelopment at the old MFB site on Yarra bank in Abbotsford, it's potential impact upon pedestrian & cyclist access and how you can assist get a better outcome by registering and attending two upcoming public meetings. Local bicycle news includes obligatory mention of how wonderful the Tour de France is to watch on SBS during an Australian winter, City of Yarra bicycle lane and footpath upgrade works at Canning Street and Lee Street intersection between 4-11 July and The Squeaky Wheels Share Our Streets campaign this week in Collins St & St Kilda Road.
Val and Faith brave a cold wet winter's morning to get on their bikes and make it to the 3CR studios for the Yarra BUG Radio Show. We're joined in the studio this morning by Glenn McFarlane of Victoria Police Crime Prevention. We kick off with our bike moments and some recent news including the amazing effort by Sarah Hammond in the Trans Am Bike Race, the tragic death of a cyclist in Footscray last week and yesterday's Melburn Roobaix. Chatting to Glenn we talk about the key information you need to record about your bike so that it can be identified as yours in the event that it is stolen and the updated bicycle security brochure he has developed. We also talk about Victoria Police engraving, and the different circumstances in which bikes are stolen, especially in Yarra. There is also a reminder that the 3CR Radiothon is on and we need to raise money to help keep 3CR on air over the coming year. You can make a donation here and please make sure you mention the Yarra BUG Radio Show in the box provided so that your donation counts towards our tally!Get in touch with Victoria Police for a copy of the brochure on which to record details about your bike here
On this weeks show: Chris discusses the topic on virtually everyones lips & social media: who is the Boulie tacker? Guests include Anna & Mateusz Emeschajmer cycling touring the world and getting ready for their next big adventure in the USA. Our second interview is with Shane Matheson & Rodney Todd from the Spokey Blokeys who are apparently the world's only podcast recorded entirely while riding.Since 2008 Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio has interviewed literally hundreds of people about cycling issues not only in Melbourne, but across Australia and internationally, including many of you reading this! The annual Radiothon is the one time of year we ask you to help keep 3CR and us on air by making a donation or subscription. You can do so by calling (03) 94198377 and pledging to Yarra BUG Radio or by donating online at 3CR.org.au. NB: Please make sure you mention that you would like your donation to support Yarra BUG Radio in the box provided or when asked.
Its a sunny winter's morning as we kick off our Radiothon show for 2016. The 3CR Radiothon is the one time of year we ask you to help keep 3CR and the Yarra BUG Radio Show on air by making a donation. You can do so by calling +61 (03) 94198377 and pledging to the Yarra BUG Radio Show or by donating online at 3CR.org.au (Make sure you mention that you would like your donation to support the Yarra BUG Radio Show in the box provided) Our studio guest Troy Bailey of New Life Cycle fills us in on his plans to ride around Australia with his dog Chloe, raising support for the refugees in Australia's detenton centres as he goes. Troy and Chloe will leave next Sunday from Federation Square and Troy fills us in the details of his planned route. Lily Smith from Lentil As Anything shares the plight of one of their Tamil chefs who after three years volunteering has been taken into detention. We finish up with a quick mention of upcoming events, Dirty Deeds CX, another Westie Women ride and Melburn Roobaix, but most importantly for this week, a reminder to help keep 3CR on air by pledging your support with a donation during the Radiothon.
3CR Radiothon kicks off today: so please pledge your donation or subscription to Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio to keep 3CR and us on air!On this weeks program Chris chats to Senator Janet Rice about next months federal election, her first term as a senator, climate change, mandatory helmet laws and the Greens recently announced Greens Plan for Cycling and Walking which seeks to establish an Active Transport Fund worth $250 million annually for cycling and walking infrastructure.Local news includes Resilient Melbourne Strategy, a tiny bit about Contador taking out the Criterium du Dauphine time trial, some waffling on about disruption and driveless cars and how you can show support for retaining active transport and cycling funding in Yarra Councils Proposed Budget 2016-17 by attending Tuesday nights council meeting in your cycling attire ;)
Val and Faith welcome Peter (Bicycles for Humanity) and Wanjiku Mahera to the show on a beautiful late autumn morning. We kick off sharing our bicycle moments before catching up on the Bicycles for Humanity projects and a new project Wanjiku is hoping to get off the ground in Kenya. Wanjiku's community and the stuidents from the local school she set up, Mahera Academy, would benefit greatly from the sort of positive change that Bicycles for Humanity projects have been seen to create in Namibia and Zambia. We finish the program with some brief news and upcoming events and a reminder about the 3CR Radioton coming up next week. Donate now to help keep the Yarra BUG Radio Show and 3CR on the air!
On this weeks show: Chris chat to David Blom from Whitehorse Cyclists about utilising existing service roads across Melbourne and Victoria for cycling infrastructure. Local news includes good news from Parks Victoria about Gipps Street Steps, hopefully soon to be Gipps Street Ramp and looming accessibility issues in Walmer Street, Abbotsford for Main Yarra Trail users, where a developer has proposed Walmer Plaza, radically changing the existing cul-de-sac and potentially impinging on access and public land along the Yarra.
Val and Faith kick off a stunning autumn morning sharing their bike moments. We move on to news items, including the last days for feedback on the City of Yarra's Rushall Reserve designs, the Giro d'Italia, and the start of the Victorian Cyclocross season. We turn to the subject of lights on winter evenings (and mornings), blinking lights vs still lights, what works best, what doesn't work, safety, and also take a look at how other countries have regulated the use of lights. Are blinking lights as safe as many of us think they are? We finish off the show with some upcoming events including a ride on the Bendigo Rail Trail, Fields of Joy Cyclocross, a Pushy Women Excursion in Yarra and Melburn Roobaix.
On this weeks show: Chris talks to Zoe Metherell about her and Madeline Farrugia creating the new “Share Rushall Reserve- Build The Path” facebook group and City of Yarra plans to finally connect Merri Creek Trail at Rushall Station and Rushall Reserve.The public survey for Rushall Reserve - Draft Design for Possible Shared Path is open for feedback until 20 May. We discuss last weekends community consultation in the reserve, a rich local history, trail design and existing trail issues for local walkers, parents, school children and bicycle riders.Local news includes CBAA petition against funding cuts to digital community radio and a meeting for Trees, parks and greenery: Open space in Brunswick on Tuesday 10th May, organised by Brunswick Residents Network.
Its a stunning autumnal Melbourne morning as Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Tina Thorburn of Melburn Hurt. We kick off the programme sharing our bike moments before taking a look at local news including; Melburn Hurt's first Alley Cat on the weekend, the Rushall Reserve - Build the Path submissions, interesting one-metre passing law submissions and recent news on Sydney Road accidents. Tina fills us in on Melburn Hurt and the community they have built around getting women onto track bikes and velodromes around Melbourne over the past six months including their plans for events in the near future and we finish up with some events coming up over the coming weekend and into the winter including a Projector Bike Ride and Pushy Women Training in Richmond.
On todays show, Chris replays a two-part interview from 2013 with Alan Parker OAM. Alan passed away on Easter Monday 2016. He was one of Victoria's first cycling advocates who worked alongside Keith Dunstan and Brian Dixon to establish the Bicycle Institute of Victoria in the early 1970s. Alans achievements included being founding member of the Bicycle Institute of Victoria, President, for 2 years, Research Officer, for 12 years, Vice-President, Bicycle Federation of Australia, member, State Government Bicycle Planning Committee, for many years, planning work, including the Geelong Bike Plan and other bike paths in Melbourne. He was also Acting President, Town and Country Planning Association, for 2 years, Vice-President; Committee Member, long time member of the Public Transport Users Association, as well as a 3CR presenter.Alan Parker PEST (People for Ecologically Sustainable Transport) was created by a small group of transport activists in 1996 to promote the need for an ecologically sustainable transport system. A transport system that greatly reduces road congestion, oil consumption and greenhouse gas emissions and increases the level of incidental exercise in travelling from A to B.Online Opinion: Bicycles: sustainable transport needs city infrastructure (30 May 2012)For 30 years I was an advocate for bicycle Infrastructure. For 10 years I was an advocate for electric bicycles. I did this for aged people like me, who are falling to bits, have dodgy hearts and hips and find it painful to walk. I got my OAM ‘gong’ due to referees who knew what I had achieved. As two of them told me, I was ‘gong worthy’ because I was a rat bag who made things happen. Now, with an OAM after my name, it makes advocacy easier.
Val and Faith welcome studio guest Rod Charles to the programme on a stunning autumn day! WE all share bike moments before touching on some local news including the last weeks of the Bike Spot project and the Amstel Gold Race. Talk soon turns to Rod and the second volume of his books documenting the history of cycling in Geelong. A Whirr of Many Wheels Vol 2 chronicles Geelong cycling history from 1914-1945 and includes the magnificent Drome Carnivals. the lengthy gaps between very succesful women's racing, the growth of touring and Bike Hikes. Ww quickly run through a couple of upcoming events. including a Fawkner Cemetery Discovery Tour, Pushy Women Training for women and this month's Full Moon Ride, before once again, running out of time.
On this weeks show, after being sleep-deprived due to last nights very exciting Paris-Roubaix result, Chris talks to Aidan Kempster about cycle touring and fundraising for Riding For The Great Forest and how you can support the Great Forest National Park for Victoria. Local news includes the passing of Alan Parker OAM, more women getting into road cycling, how you can support getting the Anniversary Trail completed and latest news about Wellington Street seperated lanes from Yarra Council.
Its a glorious Melbourne autumn morning as Val and Faith kick off the Yarra BUG Radio show this morning sharing their bike moments together with studio guest Colin Bell of Sunbury Cycling Club. We cover some news inclusing the death of local bike advocacy legend Allan Parker, the Ronde van Vlanderen yesterday in Belgium, and an update on the BikeSpot Project.Our studio guest Colin Bell shares news about the first criterium held at the new closed road circuit at Essendon Fields and Sunbury Cycling Club's plans for the venue. We also touch on the new cyclocross venue there, how it will fit in with the Fields of Joy Cyclocross season and the upcoming dates and plans for winter 2016.We finish up the show with some events coming up including Pushy Women Training in City of Yarra, the Pushy Women Show at the MICF and the Abbotsford Swap Meet, all coming up this weekend!
On this weeks show Chris and Steve tackle what's wrong with bicycle advocacy in Australia and come to a basic conclusion that more critical thinking & first principles are required to pull us out of the current negative environment. We interview Em Baker, director of Spoke the Movie about riding over 3000kms across the United States, where crash victims, urban planners, activists and law enforcement were interviewed to investigate what makes the U.S the most dangerous developed country for cyclists. Spoke the Movie will be screening alongside a Q and A session with Fairfax journalist David Escourt on 10 April at Testing Grounds with Projector Bike, tickets are selling fast, so make sure you order yours here.We finish up with a quick reminder about submissions for Road Safety Road Rules 2009 (Overtaking Bicycles) Bill 2015 that close on Friday 1st April.
Val and Jeremy Haughty chat on bicycle news and events and the wonderful world of British bikes from the last century .
On this weeks program, Steve pays a visit to 3CR studio one after a long break off air and we attempt an brief overview of upcoming Spring Classics and Womens WorldTour in Europe. Chris interviews Cat & Danielle from Wrenchworthy Bicycle Shed, an autonomous space for women, non-binary and gender diverse people interested in bike maintenance, about moving to Thornbury and their future plans. Chris interviews Gordon Oakley from RACV about Melbourne Bike Share arriving in Yarra with three new stations, the problematic h_lm_t situation, opportunities for bike share integrating with public transport and rising participation numbers in Melbourne over the summer months.
Val and Faith are joined by Simon Stainsby and start the show with some local and international bike news.
On todays show: after a recap including yesterdays Melbourne World Wide Naked Bike Ride ride around the bayside suburbs, continuing saga of NSW bicycle laws and tech glitches in the studio, Chris manages to speak to Cr Philip Mallis from Boroondara Council about the long awaited final step to complete Darebin Yarra Trail link, a missing link that's taken several decades to build and much campaiging from the local community. Our second guest is John Englart talking about his experience as an observer at COP21 in Paris, protests against Notre-Dame-Des-Landes (NDDL) and cycling through UK and France.
Val and Faith get the lowdown on a new way to improve your ride through the streets of Melbourne from Anthony Aisenberg, BikeSpot.
At this years Sustainable Living Festival, The Squeaky Wheel, CrowdSpot and Treadlie presented the forum: Riding in Melbourne: Perceived fear or real risk? This forum was also a launch for the new BikeSpot project, a collaboration, enabled by a TAC Community Road Safety Grant, between The Squeaky Wheel and CrowdSpot, to understand the bicycle riding community's perceived level of safety compared to historical crashes at locations across Melbourne.Panel included: Anthony Aisenberg, Director at Crowdspot, Pip Caroll, Founder and Director at The Squeaky Wheel, Jane Waldock, Manager Sustainability and Strategic Transport, City of Yarra, Alexander Sheko, Consultant, GTA Consultants and questions from the audience. Check yarrabug.org/radio for the entire forum audio as seperate podcast.
Val and Faith kick off this week's show with studio guests Emma Grella of Fondo Cycling and Mark Drehlich from Cycling Victoria. We start by sharing our bicycle moments before moving onto local cycling news, including the track National Championships in Adelaide and the 2016 Jayco Herald Sun Tour, as well as an update on proposed cycling laws in NSW.Mark and Emma tell us all about The Women's Ride, now in its second year and plans to make this bigger and better and we discuss the growth in riding by Melbourne women in general.We finish up with just a few of the events coming up in a busy month inclusing a Suits Ride, the Treadlie Bike Hub, a forum on perceived safety riding in Australia, EcoCity Rides and a host of others.
On this weeks program Chris catches up with David Borella from BIKESydney. We discuss ongoing impacts of the NSW government removing College St Cycleway, proposed massively increased fines for 'cycling offences', with riders being required to carry identification while riding, as a trade off for minimum passing distances similar to SA, QLD and Tasmania.Despite deteriorating riding conditions for Sydney cyclists, alongside an antagonistic political environment, we talk about unintended consequences of this government overreach and what you can do to fight back again these draconian laws and fines.
Val and Faith kick off this pre-Invasion Day show with an excerpt from Paul Keating's Redfern speech and David Bowie's Let's Dance. We share our first bike moments for the year before taking a look at news in the bike riding world including; Simon Gerrans fourth win of the Santos Tour Down Under, Tyler Farrar finishing a stage on a spectator's bike, Bridie O'Donnell's brilliant world hour record, and disturbing incidents involving riders in both Melbourne and Sydney.We move on to talk about Spinlister, the peer-to-peer bike sharing site Faith recently tried, and proposed changes to legislation in NSW and how they effect cyclists.the program finished with a list of events including those listed at BikeFun, The Squeaky Wheel and melbourne Bike Rave.
Here's another one of our Veloaporter summer specials: this episode is all about how men can easily cycle to work, study or leisure and still remain stylish. Sarah and Troy share their cycling fashion tips, clothing choices and how to easily ride about town.More resources: Antonio Centeno - Dress Like a Man James Gallichio: The Fundamentals of Style
Another Veloaporter summer special: this episode is all about riding e-bikes with Sarah Imm and Paul van Bellen from Gazelle Bicycles Australia.Plus some very chill Charlie Parker tunes.Photo credit: Cycling Dutch Style
Veloaporter summer special: all about cycling with kids with Sarah Imm.What you need to get started, tips, what type of bike and the fun riding with your family.
On our final 2015 program, Chris kicks off the subject on every Victorians mind over the last week, the weather, what's happening in Geelong over an alarming increase of rider/driver interactions and a new study from Johns Hopkins University about data could help policy makers boost cycling as sustainable transport. This weeks interview is with Joh Kirby, Executive Director with the Victorian Law Foundation about recently published Bike Law guide to road laws in Victoria. Quick bit of local news includes BikeRave Melbourne in February 2016 and stay tuned for our YarraBUG summer special with Sarah Imm from Veloaporter over the next four weeks talking about cycling in the city, staying stylish, e-bikes and riding with kids.
Its a stunning early summer morning when Val and Faith welcome Dorthe Pedersen and Nicolas of Cyclng Without Age to the studio. We share our bike moments and a little local news including the release of the Bike Law Book by the Victoria Law Foundation.Dorthe tells us all about Cycling Without Age, from it's inception in Denmark, to its spread around the world, their latest chapter in Tasmania and what they plan to do for the rest of their stay in Australia. Sharing stories as volunteers pedal those who've lost much of their own mobility is proving to be a winning combination, although as Dorthe and Nicolas have already discovered, the tagline "The Right to Wind in Your Hair" acquires an extra piquancy in Australia.We wrap up with a very short list of events leading up to Christmas, including FOJCX.
On this weeks program: Chris has a quick recap of Elly Blue's Bikenomics: How Bicycling Can Save The Economy and interviews Colleen Harland MP about less than optimal conditions for riders in Melbournes western suburbs, BikeWest & the recently released report - Getting the West on Track: Closing Major Bike Infrastructure Gaps in Melbourne’s Inner West by Lisa Sulinski. Local news includes a community session tonight at Melbourne Town Hall for Updating Victoria's cycling strategy, the opening of a major National Gallery of Victoria exhibition with Andy Warhol and Ai Weiwei, including an installation from WeiWei's Forever Bicycles series and Freedom Time #2 at Coburg Velodrome.
Val and Faith are joined on a glorious late spring morning by Jeremy Scott and quickly share some bike moments. We also catch up on the news about Drew Ginn's Australian 24hr record, achieved on the weekend and the Creating Cities conference underway in |Melbourne at the moment.Jeremy shares the motivation for his epic cycling trip, cycling from London to New Zealand, and the transformation heart surgery made to his life as a child. We chat about nerves setting out on long trips, cycling across Europe and Asia and the kindness of strangers. You can find out more about Jeremy's trip at jeremyscott.com.auWe finish up with some upcoming events and a reminder about supporting 3CR.
On this weeks program: Victorian Law Foundation has published a new Bike Law guide and Cycling Victoria's Heritage & History committee has a released a fascinating series of podcasts. Chris interviews local resident Elizabeth Long about the future of cycling in Yarra in relation to an unsure budget allocation and no new bike strategy after 2015. Discussion includes cycling issues over the previous decade in Yarra, budget allocations, the lack of will towards developing a new bike strategy, implications of mid-2016 rates capping for Victorian councils, lack of a positive narrative for active travel coming from our local council and how you can have input into Yarra Councils budget process for 2016-17 and beyond. We discuss changing local transport needs, riding for transport, liveable cities, complete streets, local safe routes for riding to school, Bendigo Councils future plans, City of Melbourne Draft Bicycle Plan and Updating Victoria's cycling strategy from the Victorian State Government. You can find more events at: yarrabug.org/events
Its a stunning Monday morning as Val and Faith welcome studio guest, poet Randall Stephens to the show. We share our bike moments, pizza on time trial bikes, changes in Albuy and a discovery tour of the Western Ring Rd, befoe taking a look at some news. The City of Melbourne Draft Bike Plan is up for comment and feedback until Friday 20h November and there is a cycling forum on Wednesday November 18th. You can read the plan and give your feedback here. We also touch on the recent tragic death of a cyclist near Milawa in country Victoria.Randall shares a poem about a bike tha has been in his life for quite a while and we talk about the Bright 24hr mtb event in Bright over the weekend. We also share stories about bike travellers The Artist as Family, spotted on their bike our making their way up to the Blue Mountains.
On this weeks program: Stop the Tacks Protest Ride on Yarra Boulevard; Steve interviews rider organiser George Mihailides, Aidan McGann (VicRoads), Senior Sergeant Mark Standish (Victoria Police) and several local riders on the day. Local news includes 3rd Gear: new Australian feminist bike zine, Darebin City Council & The Squeaky Wheel: Shared Paths Etiquette Sessions on the St Georges Road shared path, Smokin' Rollers Melbourne (Roller Racing International) this Wednesday at the Gasometer Hotel, City of Melbourne: Bicycle Forum, Cranksgiving Checkpoint Charity Ride and more. See more events and stuff at: yarrabug.org/events
Its a long weekend for some but not for Faith and Val as we kick off this episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show with studio guest, Anna Haygreen, Sustainable Transport Officer at Darebin City Council. We share our bike moments before looking at some news including an interview with John Merritt, CEO of VicRoads about transport modes in general and Sydney Rd in particular, the City of Melbourne Draft Bicycle Plan and fundraising with the Great Southern Crossing.Anna takes us through Darebin's campaign based around the St George's Rd Shared Path which will be asking users of the path over the next month to contribute ideas about how pedestrians and cyclists can better share the path. These suggestions will be taken to the wider community for consultation to develop an etiquette about path sharing for Darebin.We finish up with a quick look at some local events, rides that will fill your Cup Day with bicycle joy. #ridebikesnotponies
This week Chris welcomes back Alexander Sheko to the program and we discuss his masters thesis Gender Difference in Perceived Safety of Cycling in Melbourne, which he recently presented at Bike Futures. Chris also talks to Ian Radbone from Bicycle Institute of South Australia about recent minimum passing distances now being the law in South Australia as of 25 October. Local news includes bike racks on buses trial, Safer Cyclists and Pedestrians Fund announcement from Luke Donnellan, Victorian Minister for Roads and Road Safety that includes community consultation sessions, formal submissions and an online survey. Find out about more bicycle & transport events at: yarrabug.org/events
On today's program Chris talks to Senator Janet Rice about recent leadership shuffles in Canberra, a new Minister for Cities, Greg Hunt trying to reheat East West Link, the Western Distributor and the launch of a Bike Black spot app and Bike Meet up this Saturday 17 October in Carlton North. Local news includes a short Melbourne Brompton Urban Challenge recap, news about an amendment passed at last weeks Yarra Council meeting to get the Wellington St seperated lanes finished and Yarra Ride to Work Breakfasts. Other news includes one-metre passing laws in South Australia, Australia Post launching new stamps with Australian-designed bicycles, "Grinding to a halt: rethink needed on Australian urban transport" report from Australian Council of Learned Academies (ACOLA), parts of Yarra Trail closed for maintenance near Cremorne Rail bridge, a petition to Build a Bridge over Merri Creek between Ceres and Beavers Road and VicRoads Community information sessions on Chandler Highway in Fairfield/Kew. Keep up to date for more upcoming events at yarrabug.org/events
Spring has leapt into summer as Val and Faith take to the studio for the latest instalment of the Yarra BUG Radio Show on 3CR. We kick off the show sharing bike moments and some news, including recent terrible accidents involving riders in Melbourne. Our studio guest is Belinda Heyward who joins us to share some tales from her experience cycling around the Norwegian fjordlands. A self-guided light tour Belinda discovered many things besides the majesty of the fjords, including the 'big ideas' that come to cyclists travelling by themselves.We finish up with just a handful of the cycling events coming up locally. You can check out details of these at thesqueakywheel.com.au, bikefun.org, treadlie.com.au and bright24hr.com.au To see some photos from Belinda's tour take a look here.
On this weeks program Chris interviews Gillian Le from Livewell Yarra about a new Bike Curious project starting in Yarra for newbie and intending riders and how you can get involved with a Co-design Workshop planned for this Wednesday 30 September (email Darren Sharp for additional details). Second interview is with Lee Ramseyer-Bache from Projector Bike about their upcoming rides around Melbourne, potential of new technology and the fun of temporarily utilising public space for showing images, animation and short films with your friends. Local news includes Yarra Ride to Work breakfasts on 14th October, Darebin Council bicycle courses and the next Yarra Council Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting.
Its a blustery spring day as Val and Faith kick off a show focussing on local sources and courses to get you back on your bike. We start with our respective bike moments before heading into the day's news. Val has some highlights from the 2015 UCI World Cycling Championships and we also talk about the appointment of a Federal Minister for Cities and the possible impact that could have on cycling.If you're dragging your bike out of the shed after a long break it might be an idea to brush up on your maintenance skills, or even, refresh your riding skills. maybe you're hoping to ride more than you have in the past? We talk about some of the local options for DIY Maintenance Classes, commuting classes and refresher riding courses. We also talk about where to find people to ride with, especially if you would like a group to wide with while you build your confidence. Some of the possibilities we mentioned are;-Darebin Courses-Wrenchworthy Bike Shed-Bike Fun We finish up with upcoming events including Hump Day Pump Day, Projector Bike Ride and the Bright 24hr.
This week Chris talks about Cycling Victoria's research on Ten Myths about Women and Cycling and interviews Tina McCarthy from Wheel Women, who was previously on the show in May 2013, chatting about what she’s been up to in the last two years and her work breaking down ingrained perceptions about getting women to ride. Local news includes upcoming The Squeaky Wheel rides, Yarra Ride to Work, Moonee Valley Councils Sustainable Transport Forum and Melbourne Councils City Road Master Plan
Val and Faith kick off a chilly spring morning with their bike moments, including a special one from studio guest Will Hartnett. After skimming through some local news we get down to busines as Will fills us in on his recent-ish bike adventure riding a Surly ECR from Alice Springs to Adelaide. Two weeks in the saddle on sandy tracks and enjoying some spectacular headwinds, Will had to resort to mathematics to keep himself entertained. It was all worth it though with a detour to Lake Eyre leading to possibly the best bike moment of his life.You can check out photos from Will's trip online here.We finish up with some upcoming events including those listed at Bike Fun, Hump Day Pump Day and the Bright 24hr.
For the love of Bromptons: on this weeks program Chris chats to Elsie, Dayna and Cory about becoming "Bromptoneers", starting the Melbourne Brompton Club, a few technical specifications along the way for good measure, upcoming events, including the Melbourne Brompton Urban Challenge and much more about their love for these unique folding bikes. Local news includes a proposed 5km of seperated bikes lanes for St Kilda Road, this months Yarra Council Bicycle Advisory Meeting and Darebin Council bicycle courses.
Val and Faith kick off the show reminiscing about the weekend just past, Melbourne's first real taste of spring before sharing our bicycle moments. We take a look at recent news, including Chaves result in the Vuelta overnight and the four days of racing at Sam Miranda Tour of King Valley. We congratulate the team at Fondo on their first birthday and the launch of their women's racing team Trek Fondo before moving on to local news about bike baths. Moreland City Council have rejected an ill-concieved plan to introduce an 'anti-dooring' lane for cyclists on Sydney Rd, while pressure is increasing for a seperated bike lane to protect cyclists on St Kilda Rd. Val takes a look at bells, the type of bell to suit you, and your bike and what you use it for. We talk about the Speedvagen #SVFitTour by Vanilla Workshop coming up in early September, and the Mt Buller Pump Track which will be spending more time in Melbourne over the next few months. There is an op shop ride coming up next weekend and, its time to start planning your weekend away for the Bright 24hr.
On this weeks program we start off discussing The Age article on safety concerns about on-street parking and Dr Cameron Munros findings on top risks to riders. Chris interviews Associate Professor Simon Batterbury about his experience and research on community bike workshops and his upcoming talk at Melbourne Uni where Simon explores community bike workshops that provide an 'urban commons' where people learn to fix up a working bicycle, and source their own parts and tools. Workshops operate on the ‘demand’ rather than ‘supply’ side of sustainable transport, creating skills and a bike culture, not infrastructure. Talk details: 1pm–2pm, Tuesday 18 Aug 2015, Theatre 2, Basement, School of Geography, 221 Bouverie Street, Carlton. Local news includes the upcoming Melbourne Brompton Urban Challenge in October.
On this weeks program, Chris chats to Emily Weeke about her recent Pozible "We love cyclists" sticker campaign, how she developed, collaborated, designed a range of 14 stickers and and now has successfully delivered this campaign. This sticker campaign has a personal message and it's a gentle reminder that we're all in this together. If you're interested in obtaining stickers, please email Emily (wecareforcyclists@gmail.com ) or contact her via twitter. Bicycle news includes Sir Chris Boardman taking part in the first UK road safety 'public information film' for decades and his recent observations on blame-shifting on safety and perceived risk for riders. Other news includes the possibly of dealing with changed traffic conditions due to crane collapse on Kings Way, spotting mums and kids riding for transport, Race to Town Hall and off-peak Main Yarra Trail closures this week.
Chris talks to Berish Bilander from Public Transport Not Traffic about the inaugural Yarra Race to Town Hall on Tuesday 11th August and also combining cycling as a transport mode with public transport. Race to Town Hall is a fun initiative designed for locals to show off the good and the bad of public transport in their neighbourhood. As well as highlighting important transport issues, Race to Town Hall will help build the movement for better public transport by connecting residents with representatives from their local government. Local news includes success on Rushall Reserve Proposed Shared Path issue, limited closure of the Main Yarra Trail Closure at Cremorne Rail Bridge (11-13 August) and an upcoming talk on Community bike workshops: (18 August) their contribution to justice, sustainable urban transport, and the social economy.
After a month away from the studio Val and Faith settle back in with just a few glitches! We welcome our studio guest, Anna Thomson of Fondo before all sharing our bike moments. We chat about recent news and events including the absolutely stonking La Course race in Paris yesterday, the final stage of the Tour de France, the Rapha Women's 100 and Port Philip Council's call for separated bike lanes on St Kilda Rd.Anna tells us what inspired her and the Fondo team to start designing their own kit and we cover what it is that makes womens specific kit different, why more people don't do it and how their product has been receievd.We finish up with a couple of events coming up including: -Will Hartnett talking up bike packing and riding the Oodnadatta Trail at Commuter Cycles Wednesday July 29th-Projector Bike Ride at Abbotsford Convent Friday July 31st-Full Moon Bike Ride Glen Waverley Railway Station July 31st
On this weeks program Chris talks to Tim Goldby about what he's been creating with The Bicycle Channel and "encouraging cycling with entertainment and education", the character of Murphy Slaw, Australian bicycle infrastructure expert and his perspective on riding in Melbourne. Local news includes Lord Mayor Robert Doyle's kite-flying exercise about banning bicycle riders from particular streets in the CBD and how you can support the Yarra Council proposal to finally link up the Merri Creek shared path, which currents ends at Rushall station in Fitzroy North.
This week Chris discusses Senator Janet Rice's article: "Drivers vs. Cyclists is not either/or" where she makes numerous good points in her far-ranging article about cycling, health, gender, infrastructure, public transport and road user attitudes. Injera from Les Vaches Du Tour pops in for a lovely chat about three weeks of non-cycling cultural highlights of Le Tour on SBS Cycling Central, including Les Vaches spotting, Gouda, #sbstdf, #tourdesnacks, #butter, #trolldj and ephemeral delights of fieldart, magnificent European scenery and mad cycling tifosi.
After kicking off with good news about Adelaide's Frome Street bikeway and a quick overview of keep warm & comfortable riding in wintery weather, Chris interviews David Borella from BIKESydney about Cycle Hack Sydney, College St Cycleway Rally, Dr Henri Sueke and ongoing cycling issues in Sydney. Local Melbourne bicycle news includes Projector Bike Northcote night ride, Melburn Roobaix 10th anniversary weekend, Melburn Custom Bicycle Show at DISC and Port Phillip BUG "Saturday in Heaven" ride.
It's 3CR Radiothon so make your pledge, subscription or donation to YarraBUG Radio. Chris and Steve enjoy a leisurely start to this Queens Birthday holiday this Monday, so go make a nice cuppa. We chat to Sarah Imm from Velo-a-Porter about being stylish & riding with kids, proving it can be done! Local news includes Yarra Council Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting, the 24 hour RAT Ride on the Yarra Boulevard against the continuing mystery tack attacker and Let's get public transport back on track forum at Northcote Town Hall.
It's the first real winter's morning as Val and Faith brave the chill on their respective bikes to make it to the studio. We share our bike moments before kicking off with a reminder that today is officially the start of the 3CR Radiothon and we need you to Activate the Airways by subscribing or making a donation to the Yarra BUG Radio Show. Yarra BUG Radio relies completley on volunteers and can only stay on the airwaves at 3CR if donations and subscribers provide support to keep the station on air.Moving on to other news Val takes a look at Contador's Giro win. We remind listeners of the roadworks starting in Swanston St this week, an opportunity to find those alternative routes for when tunnel works make Swanston St impassable for a longer period, and touch on some of the results from a recent bike survey.We also take a look at where and how you can find somebody to ride with, whether its for social or training rides. Some of the options we touch on are Meet Up, Bike Fun, Girl Ride! Melbourne, local bike shops, cycling clubs and BUGS amongst others. Val gives listeners the low down on lights for these dark winter evenings and we finish with a couple of events coming up.
Two interviews on this weeks show, first up Chris chats to Cat and Sid from Wrenchworthy Bicycle Shed at their launch and fundraising tea party, a new group for a bike maintenance/mechanics space that's located at HOP Community Centre, for women, non-binary and gender diverse people. Wrenchworthys goal is to create a space that is welcoming and useful to people who are often made to feel uncomfortable or unwelcome in the masculine, male-dominated cycling culture. Second interview is with Alison Clarke during Public Transport Not Traffic's walking tour of the proposed Western Distributor route in Yarraville, discussing issues surrounding decision-making processes about planning for megaprojects, transport priorities and Melbournes continuing car-dependence. Local news includes City of Yarra Grants Program and Projector Bikes upcoming Fitzroy Edition of their Friday night ride this Friday 29 May, starting at Edinburgh Gardens.
Val and Faith stagger into the studio, blinded by the gorgeous autumn sun. We make a vague attempt to cover some local news including the new William St bike lanes, the Giro d'Italia and the increasing role of bike infastructure in local proprty development. Col Bell of Sunbury Cycling Club and Fields of Joy CX is our studio guest and joins us in sharing our bike moments.We then launch into our discussion of cyclocross, the weekend coming with the massive Dirty Deeds CX and Fields of Joy CX double-header, what it is that makes cyclocross so engaging for both competitors and spectators, the state and national series and a technical tip. Both Dirty Deeds and Fields of Joy rely heavily on volounteers so if you have been contemplating joining the fun then now is the time to do so!We finish up with some events before heading back ourtside into the sun.
On todays program Chris has interviews with George Mihailides, Charlie Farren and locals that Steve recorded at last weeks No Boulie Tacks Protest Ride on Yarra Boulevard, Adam Bandt speaking at The Fox Hotel to celebrate the demise of the East West Link, plus news of the all new blinky-dink bike glove from The Bicycle Channel and a word from Murphy Slaw on important news about Bicycle Infrastructure - Australian style. I hope to have an in depth interview with Mr Slaw in the next few weeks, and his creator. Local news includes works on the Merri Creek shared path at Northcote, Commuter Cycles Garage Sale, Cycling and Traffic Safety Public Forum organised by Moreland City Council and VicRoads and Cycling and Wrenchworthy Bicycle Shed launch and fundraising tea party.
Its a stunning autumn morning in Melbourne as Val and Faith welcome studio guest Elliot Fishman to the show. We all share our bicycle moments, a combination of unseasonal magpie swoops. riding down mountains and dooring before taking a look at some local news. The #boulietacks protest ride on Sunday was well attended, and our colleague Steve interviewed several attendees as well as capturing some of the speeches, you can check that online here. The Particpate Melbourne Draft Bicycle Strategy survey is open until May 8th and is your opportunity to tell the City of Mebourne what you would like to see changed or improved about bike riding in and around the city.Dr Fishman of the Institute for Sensible Transport has been living in Utrecht while completing post-doctoral research and joins us today to share his observations on the planning that goes into creating cycling as a significant mode of transport in the Netherlands. We discuss some of the most significant differences between approaches in NL and Australia including, road heirachies, planning and mandatory helmet laws.As usual we run out of time and quickly run through some upcoming events including the Full Moon Ride and next week's Art + Climate = Change Bike Tour.
We first interviewed Loretta in May 2013 when Good Cycles was just getting started, so this week Chris catchs up for a recap about their inspirational achievements and developing social enterprise programs during the last two years. Local bike news includes City of Melbourne: Temporary closure of Main Yarra Trail at Alexandra Avenue near Morell Bridge, City of Yarra: Merri Creek Path Closure: Clifton Hill Rail Bridge & Creek Parade, Rushall Reserve shared path consultation, The Squeaky Wheel: Art + CLIMATE = Change 2015 Bicycle Tours, Commuter Cycles Dynamo Lights Demo and Stop the tacks on Kew Boulevard protest ride.
Chris talks to Lachie Thomson about the 23rd Cycle Messenger World Championships starting in Melbourne this week. We discuss the changing nature of bike courier work due to the impact of the internet, a run down of CMWC events including a road ride to Mount Donna Buang, CMWC open forum at The Baron Said, time trial on the Yarra Boulevard, opening group dinner, Cyclotrack at the Harrison Street Velodrome, Fyxo Swap Meet, Bespoke Chainrings Goldsprints Party and all the main events happening at Docklands over the Easter weekend.
It was a warm, but damp, autumn morning as Val and Faith welcome Kip Jordan of the Melbourne Whip to the studio for this edition of the Yarra BUG Radio Show. We share our bike moments before running through a couple of news items including the Milan-San Remo race held the night before and the Brunswick Junior Clinic Championships.Kip tells us all about the Melbourne Whip, a local publication showcasing Melburnians and their bikes, that he started up out of a curiosity about the stories behind people's bikes and wanting to share them. With no background in publishing, photography or editorial, this creative project has taken ona life of its own and led to many new friends! We finish with some upcoming events including the CMWC 2015, the Womens Ride and a handful of those listed at BikeFun.
Val and Faith make it to the studio in hot blustery conditions where they are joined by studio guests, Caz Whitehead and Anna Thompson. After sharing our bike moments we move on to the week's news. The Australian women are tearing things up at the Track World Championships in Paris with an impressive list of achievements including Anna Meares' 11th World title. Still on the subject of racing, Melbourne cyclists are racing each other on shared bike/pedestrian paths prompting calls for Strava to not support segments on those paths and us to raise the question; is it time to move on from shared paths? Recently twenty-five women took part in a mass Everesting on Mount Donna Buang, attempting to ride 8848 metres (the elevation of Mount Everest) with repeated laps of the mountain. Caz and Anna, both participants, share with us why they took part and what it is like to push the limits of your endurance. And why? We finish up with a quick wrap up of upcoming events on the bike around Melbourne.