Work starts on Hobart’s first separated cycleways
The City of Hobart is starting works on the new separated cycleways on Campbell Street and one block of Bathurst Street this month.
It will take a few months to cut back intersections to make space, and the cycleways are due to open in early 2024.
Short sections of separation will also be installed on Argyle Street, but it won’t be a continuous All Ages and Abilities facility like Campbell and Bathurst streets. One block of cycleway will be installed on Liverpool Street once hospital renovations are complete.
Government announces Davey St short bike lane
The Tasmanian Government will build a one-block separated cycleway on Davey Street as part of its bus improvement project, with work due to begin in November this year.
The cycleway will extend from Harrington to Barrack Street and will include new intersection bicycle boxes on Molle and Davey streets.
Cygnet community ride now open
Tickets for the Cygnet Cycling Festival’s community ride on Saturday 4 November are now available.
Adult tickets are $26 for a 32km course that makes the most of the gorgeous coastal views along Cygnet Coast and Lymington roads.
There is also a $10 ticket for children for the 20km junior course along the coast to Lymington and back that cuts out the hills.
Register bikes in case of theft
Tasmania Police have recently recovered a number of stolen e-bikes, which is a timely reminder to register your bike on www.bikelinc.com.au.
Police use information including serial numbers and bike modifications to track stolen bikes. Registering yours on the website makes it easier for them to reunite you with your recovered vehicle.
Preparing for MTB emergencies
Tasmania Police have also warned mountain bike riders to carry a mobile phone or a personal locator beacon when they are out riding, in case of a crash.
The warning followed three crashes on the Derby trails at the start of the Tasmanian school holidays. One rider was helicoptered out, and others were rescued by SES and ambulance crews.
The warning is also timely in the lead up to summer and the increased risk of bushfire. As well as carrying a beacon or phone, riders should check the Fire Danger Rating for their ride area before they head out.
Call to iron out South Hobart’s bumpy track
A local rider has started a petition calling on Hobart Council to regrade and resurface Lower Marlyn Road to make it rideable, and useful for fire evacuation, for South Hobart residents.
Known locally as the “bumpy track” the road is owned by Cascade Brewing but the petition claims the council can maintain it. It provides a shortcut to the start of the Rivulet Track bypassing busy Strickland Avenue and offers another exit from South Hobart during a fire.
Huon Rd shoulder sealing starts
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