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Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio on 3CR

Locality: Fitzroy, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9419 8377

Address: 21 Smith Street 3065 Fitzroy, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.yarrabug.org/radio

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25.01.2022 On this weeks program, Chris returns to the 3CR Community Radio studio after months recording at home and it's good, all good! This weeks interviews are with Tim Goldby from a reinvigorated Moonee BUG and Councillor 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 City Council election results with a Greens majority which has impl...ications for local active transport. https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-tim-goldby-moonee-valley-b 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 Melbourne's accelerated construction of protected bicycle lanes.

24.01.2022 Have you been walking and cycling more since March? Whats your story and importantly, what do you see done to make moving around locally safer during and after physical distancing? See below for tips & links ;) "Health promotion agency VicHealth is applauding Victorian councils for creating pop-up cycle lanes and footpaths, so locals can easily travel by bike or foot when coronavirus restrictions ease. This comes as a new VicHealth survey reveals three in four (76%) Victo...rians want local and state governments to adapt infrastructure so more people can walk or ride" 1 Read more >>> Footpaths & bike lanes key to active travel post coronavirus https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au//footpaths-and-bike-lanes 2 Listen to our recent 3CR Community Radio interview with Alice Prior from Parents Voice: Talking to Alice Prior: improving walking and cycling for parents and kids https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-alice-prior-improving-walk 3 Are you a new rider? Maps by Philip Mallis: My advice for people who are new to riding bikes during COVID-19 https://philipmallis.com//advice-for-people-who-are-new-t/ 4 Streets Alive Yarra: 20-minute neighbourhoods https://streets-alive-yarra.org/20-minute-neighbourhoods/ 5 Yarra City Council: Making Space in Yarra https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace Trialling a safer Elizabeth Street https://yoursayyarra.com.au/elizabeth-street A new bike lane for Park Street, Fitzroy North https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/parkstreet New centre median on Nicholson Street, Abbotsford https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/nicholsonmedian Transport: Yarra Planning Scheme Amendment C269 - rewrite of local policies https://yarraplanningscheme.com.au/transport 6 VicRoads: Whether youre looking to walk or bike ride locally, to work or for recreation, you may be able to find a map to help you select your route https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au//cycling/bicycle-route-maps

23.01.2022 Important message from Luke RICHMOND CYCLE BUDDIES https://forms.gle/8kasnE64zecs2ci28 (Learn to ride, build your confidence, and help others... following covid safety and gov rules)... Hi everyone!!! DO YOU ALREADY CYCLE, AND COULD HELP BY BUDDYING UP WITH A LESS-CONFIDENT RIDER? DO YOU WANT TO BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE BY GOING FOR A PEDAL WITH AN EXPERIENCED RIDER? If so, pop your details into this form and I'll connect you with someone in your area. https://forms.gle/8kasnE64zecs2ci28 :)

23.01.2022 New 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Making space in Yarra for active transport during #COVID19 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 Councillor Rohan Leppert (City of Melbourne), Cr Jackie Fristacky (Yarra City Council), Dan Kneipp, CEO (Amy Gillett Foundation), Sam Hibbins (Victorian Greens Transport spokeperson), Megan Sharkey and Dr Ben ...Beck about #SpaceForHealth and Maps by Philip Mallis offer to assist riders plan their journeys. Listen + extra links >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//making-space-yarra-active-transpor On this weeks 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. >>> https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace At their July meeting, Moreland City 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(link sends e-mail) ASAP in support. Image: Luke Poland via twitter "Spotted some love for new lanes in Richmond! Nice work @YarraCouncil!!" https://twitter.com/urbserver/status/1278496651074613248

23.01.2022 Have you been watching Fight for Planet A - TV Series on ABC Australia? This Wednesday 26 August has the #ParkItForThePlanet event, Park it for the Planet: https://www.facebook.com/events/670637223834745/ Read Yarra City Council share below for more details >>>

22.01.2022 Here is an important update regarding the Walmer Street Bridge as its part of the Capital City Trail and is vitally important for anyone crossing over the Yarra River between Abbotford and Kew. Please feel free to forward this information to your friends, fellow residents and local groups

21.01.2022 Heads up from Brompton Junction Melbourne about upcoming Yarra City Council works in Carlton North "Do you ride along Canning Street (Carlton North)? Wondered why the intersection of Canning St and Richardson St hasn’t been re-sealed yet? In just over a weeks’ time Yarra City Council will commence works to improve this intersection, delivered as part of the Federal Black Spot Programme. The finished works will see the installation of a roundabout, similar to the one at... the intersection of Canning and Pigdon streets (one block north). Initial works for drainage improvement will be conducted over 3-4 weeks (from Monday 30 November 2020). The second stage of works to complete the project (tree removal, kerb and roundabout work) is scheduled to commence Monday 4 January 2021 and is likely to take 6-8 weeks to be completed."

20.01.2022 In additional bike-themed news from Yarra City Council, Elizabeth Street between Church Street to Hoddle is getting a protected bike lane trial and the build is due to start on Monday 22 June (HEY EVERYONE THATS TOMORROW, HOW SPEEDY IS THAT!) and is expected to take no more than four weeks. To maintain all access for residents and businesses, construction will happen in stages along sections of the road. Works will take place 7am to 5pm weekdays. For this short period... cyclists should use an alternative route. More details and stay in touch here >>> https://yoursayyarra.com.au/elizabeth-street . . . Streets Alive Yarra Melbourne Commuter Bike Melbourne Sustainable Cities Friends of the Earth Melbourne Amy Gillett Foundation Bicycle Network Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN Birrarung Cycling Club Boroondara BUG 3CR Community Radio Melbourne Brompton Club Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club Brunswick For Bikes Revitalise Sydney Road Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group Extend Upfield Bike Path to Upfield

19.01.2022 Brand spankin new 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Support Yarra City Council Making Space trials + advice for people new to riding during COVID-19 On this weeks 3CR program produced at home due to Stage 4 lockdown, Chris talks to Maps by 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. Li...sten >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//support-yarras-making-space-trials >>> https://www.yarrabug.org//yarrabug-radio-show-613-monday-/ News includes a 8-bit homage to Tour de France its 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, Tak Veras transcription excerpt of Premier highlights pandemic need to remake our streets and urban areas and how you can support City of Yarra 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: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5564223/Meeting-Registration

19.01.2022 Dealing with magpies, lateral thinking, good, like it Striking visuals, eg: this head is someone elses territory Excellent magpie imitation. Obviously hes done this before . BTW if you are on twitter follow... www.twitter.com/magpiealert for swooping location updates See more

19.01.2022 City of Yarra election 2020 Candidate Questionnaire: this council election is shaping up as probably the most intriguing since we started doing questionnaires in 2004 as only three Yarra Councillors are re-standing at this 2020 election. . . Postal Voting - Victorian Electoral Commission: Yarra City Council, includes voting, enrolment, nomination and important dates information: https://www.vec.vic.gov.au//2/elections/yarra-city-council .... . Responses received so far: http://www.yarrabug.org//city-of-yarra-election-2020-cand/ . Nicholls Ward: http://www.yarrabug.org//city-of-yarra-election-2020-can/ . Langridge Ward: http://www.yarrabug.org//city-of-yarra-election-2020-can/ . Melba Ward: http://www.yarrabug.org//city-of-yarra-election-2020-can/ . . If elected as Yarra councillor for 2020 2024: 1 Will you support Yarra Making Space projects, especially with requests from local businesses for outdoor dining options to assist local economic recovery, 2 Will you support the 12 month Elizabeth Street protected cycling lane trials in Richmond, as this trial connects with City of Melbourne’s Albert Street protected lanes, created a safe cycling route between Yarra and the CBD, 3 Advocate to Victorian Government for a similar program for Victorian councils: https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au//popup-covid-19-infr/index.html 4 Will you support increasing Strategic Transport and Sustainability funding, currently 2% of the budget to 4% to Yarra Councils annual budget by 2024, 5 Will you assist to reinvigorate Yarra’s long standing Local Area Place Making (LAPM) program to ensure timely progress, improve communication between community consultation, project development and implementation across all LAPM areas, 6 Support development and implementation of Yarra’s new Integrated Transport Policy, 7 Continue Yarra Councils strong advocacy for Walmer Street Bridge and Gipps Street Steps projects with Victorian Government. . . Image credit: Bikeyface http://bikeyface.com/2013/03/18/bicycle-voting/ . . . . . Melbourne Commuter Bicycle Network Streets Alive Yarra Inc. Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN 3CR Community Radio Sustainable Cities Yarra Campaign for Action on Transport Brunswick For Bikes Planners Declare Brompton Junction Melbourne Abbotsford Cycles

18.01.2022 This weeks 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Talking to Alice Prior from Parents' Voice + new bicycle infrastructure, minimum passing for Victoria, Council elections + more! . . Listen 1: https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-alice-prior-parents-voice- .... . Listen 2: https://www.yarrabug.org//yarrabug-radio-show-617-monday-/ . . 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 Carroll MP announcement 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 (Melbourne Commuter: https://melbournecommuter.blogspot.com//on-15-sep-economy-) 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 Alive Yarra Inc., Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN, Bicycle Network, Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group, Moreland BUG and Bike Melbourne . . International news includes Transport for Under Two Degrees project that reports that active transport can assist decarbonisation, also read, Forbes: Bicycles And Buses Will Be Future’s Dominant Modes Of Urban Mobility, Predict 346 Transport Experts by Carlton Reid . . . . Image credit: @Parents' Voice and Tom Flood: https://twitter.com/tomflood1/status/1314178611537227778 See more

18.01.2022 From Senator Janet Rice: huge increases in people cycling during #covid19, cities across the world have implemented measures to keep riders safe, yet in Victoria our state government is silent and local councils with smaller resources are expected to do the work. Its overdue for fed government to invest in safe cycling infrastructure

17.01.2022 RIP Georgie Fyfe-Jamieson, a well loved part of Melbournes bike world with Bikes at Work for many years. https://georgiefj.wordpress.com/

17.01.2022 New 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Chris talks to Cr Jackie Fristacky Yarra City Council and Dan Kneipp, CEO Amy Gillett Foundation Listen here >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//council-initiatives-and-temporary- 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 Par...k. Watch for 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 arent 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 Its 3CR Community Radio 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. Youll also keep Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio on 3CR on-air as theres not many (if any?) dedicated cycling radio programs like us in Australia! Donate >>> https://www.3cr.org.au/donate Subscribe >>> https://www.3cr.org.au/subscribe

16.01.2022 You may of seen discussions about Yarra City Council 23 June 2020 meeting and their COVID19 response, heres where you can get involved and receive updates: 18 June 2020: At the next Yarra City Council meeting on Tuesday 23 June, a fast rollout of vehicle diversions and bike lane extensions is proposed https://www.facebook.com/YarraBUGRadio/posts/3198433373555169... Streets Alive Yarra: COVID-19 Response Trials https://streets-alive-yarra.org/j/covid-19-response-trials/ . . . >>> Yarra City Council: Making Space in Yarra >>> https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace "Were trialling new ways of using Yarras roads to help deliver on our commitment to your health, safety and wellbeing during coronavirus (COVID-19)." On the list so far: - New pop-up bidirectional bike lane: Park Street, Fitzroy North, between St Georges Road and Nicholson Street. - Reallocation of some road space to bike riders: Wellington Street, Collingwood, by removing the left car turn lane at the intersection of Johnston Street and Wellington Street (city bound). - Reallocation of some road space to bike riders: Wellington Street, Collingwood, by removing the left car turn lane at the intersection of Alexandra Parade and Wellington Street (city bound). - Reallocation of some road space to bike riders: Wellington Street, at the Johnston Street and Nicholson Street intersection, Abbotsford. Subject to Victorian Government approval. The eastbound bus lane on Johnston Street and northbound traffic lane on Nicholson Street will form a partly protected intersection. - Reallocation of some road space to bike riders: Gipps Street, Collingwood, by converting the left turning lane at the intersection of Hoddle Street. - Reallocation of some road space to bike riders, Coppin Street, Richmond, by removing the left car turning lane on Coppin Street (on the north side of Bridge Road). Timeline: 1. Council Meeting: Tuesday 23 June 2020: Council formally considers the Making Space projects for implementation. 2. Preparing for implementation: June to July 2020 3: Project 1 begins New pop-up bidirectional bike lane on Park Street, Fitzroy North, July 2020

16.01.2022 This weeks 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Melbourne and Yarra Councils move to fast-track cycling infrastructure during COVID19 emergency Listen >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//melbourne-and-yarra-councils-move- On this weeks program Chris returns to 3CR studio one after a looooong time away recording in the front room under the supervision of several cats. Local news includes Yarra City Council COVID19 Response Trials location and concept plans, Leisure and Walking Circuits, Ca...rlton North LAPM Scheme Draft Recommendations and the speedy delivery of temporary separated bicycle lanes on Elizabeth Street, Richmond. Moreland BUG are asking for public support on a failed promise to construct separated infrastructure on Cumberland Street, Pascoe Vale and more Yarra City Council news with upgrade works for Gipps St /Collins Bridge that could be messy if not correctly sign posted as earthworks are occurring at Walmer Street Bridge just around the corner. This weeks guest is Councillor 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 hasnt stepped aside for the pandemic. This unprecedented expenditure on active transport is only a start, but its the start we need if we are serious about planning a sustainable city of the future. Lets do this. Its 3CR Community Radio 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. Youll also keep Yarra BUG Radio on-air as theres not many (if any?) dedicated cycling radio programs like us in Australia! Please donate >>> https://www.3cr.org.au/donate

15.01.2022 Tune in at 10am for todays show, not live, but pre-recorded in Lockdown 2.0. Val and Faith have Warren Salomon as their guest, talking about Freewheeling Magazine, bicycle politics of the 70s and 80s in Australia, the Bike Plans, Alan Parker, representing women in the magazine and bike touring. Streaming live from https://www.3cr.org.au/streaming or 855 on the AM dial.

15.01.2022 Update: Parks Victoria Tender details on the inter-generational process for Gipps Street Steps at Abbotsford - Yarra Boulevard Edited our existing page from 2017 when we believed things were moving a bit more swiftly: http://www.yarrabug.org//gipps-street-planets-finally-ali/

14.01.2022 New 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Talking about going tubeless & Hawthorn to Box Hill Trail project Listen >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-about-going-tubeless-hawth Due to Stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions we are returning to recording remote (under supervision) but still broadcasting on 3CR! This week Chris bails up Steve to discuss his latest tubeless wheel-set 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 (ABC Radio National), make your feedback to Yarra City Council for 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. https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/parkstreet https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/trenerry This weeks interview is with David Blom from Metro East Bicycle User Group Inc 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 Capital City 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 Valley Trail and improved walking and cycling infrastructure with the Level Crossing Removal Project.

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13.01.2022 Happy #WorldBicycleDay have you seen all the new riders across Melbourne and Victoria? Not only are they riding for physically distancing due to #COVID19, theyre also discovering cycling is fun and effective. Thank you Yarra City Council we will be watching this initiative as were been covering the #SpaceForHealth campaign on recent 3CR Community Radio programs. https://www.3cr.org.au//huge-increases-cycling-during-covi... https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-megan-sharkey-about-melbou Melbourne Commuter Moreland BUG Boroondara BUG Brunswick For Bikes Revitalise Sydney Road Streets Alive Yarra Darebin BUG BikeFun Melbourne Melbourne Brompton Club Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN Extend Upfield Bike Path to Upfield Bike Melbourne Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group

12.01.2022 ? #YarraCouncil election shaping up as intriguing as council area has one of the highest levels of walking & cycling in any area in Australia. So what's in store for #activetransport? City of Yarra election: 2020 Candidate Questionnaire http://www.yarrabug.org//city-of-yarra-election-2020-cand/... _________ Streets Alive Yarra Inc.: Election Scorecard https://streets-alive-yarra.org/journal/election-2020/ Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN Candidate Survey Langridge Ward: https://ycan.org.au//201007-ycan-yarra-council-elections-s Melba Ward: https://ycan.org.au//201007-ycan-yarra-council-elections-s Nicholls Ward: https://ycan.org.au//201007-ycan-yarra-council-elections-s _________ ? Bike Melbourne: https://bikemelbourne.org/2020/10/council-elections-2020/ Moreland BUG: http://www.morelandbug.org//moreland-council-elections-2020 Port Phillip BUG Inc: http://www.ppbug.org///10/5/council-elections-october-2020 Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gleneirabug/permalink/3756173811073313/ Bicycle Network: Victorian Council Elections 2020 - scroll down to Council election candidates - responses https://www.bicyclenetwork.com.au/ou/vic-council-elections/

11.01.2022 The BikeSpot Project has only two more days to run! Check out this interview about Bike Spot from eariler in the year. https://www.3cr.org.au/y/episode-202004201000/bikespot-2020

11.01.2022 This weeks 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Talking to Luke Poland about Learning from London: How active travel can drive lockdown recovery: new program recorded in our front room due to lock down Chris chats to Luke Poland from Sustrans about the recent Bicycle Network webinar Listen >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-luke-poland-about-learning https://www.yarrabug.org//yarrabug-radio-show-609-monday-/... Local news includes City of Melbourne gaining Department of Transport support for fast-tracking 40km of separated bike lanes to help active transport during and post COVID-19 pandemic and how you can support the ongoing Yarra City Council 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 separated bike lanes in Richmond. https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace https://yoursayyarra.com.au/elizabeth-street https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/parkstreet 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: https://youtu.be/ylZjw5KQYkA Image credit: Mayor of London Press Office (https://twitter.com/LDN_pressoffice)

10.01.2022 New 3CR Community Radio #podcast: improving walking & cycling for parents & kids On this weeks program, Chris speaks to Alice Prior from Parents 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 (Snap Send Solve) and future changes needed for happier, h...ealthy communities. Listen >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-alice-prior-improving-walk Cycling-themed news: Victoria deals with the heartbreak and complexities of Stage 4 #COVID19 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. Amy Gillett Foundation Streets Alive Yarra Melbourne Commuter Moreland BUG Boroondara BUG Bike Melbourne

10.01.2022 An opportunity to tell the Department of Transport how your mobility has changed during Covid19 and how you plan to get around into the future

09.01.2022 Have you seen the changes along Elizabeth Street in Richmond? A resident has made this video showing what it means for their family "We all hear wonderful tales from abroad of "8-to-80" cities and how accessible they are. My family managed to ride along the new pop-up protected bike track along Elizabeth St in North Richmond (Melbourne). Thank you, Yarra City Council!"... "Trialling a safer Elizabeth Street, read more and have your say on the protected bike lane trial in Elizabeth Street, Richmond" > https://yoursayyarra.com.au/elizabeth-street "Making Space in Yarra: Were trialling new ways of using Yarras roads to help deliver on our commitment to your health, safety and wellbeing during coronavirus (COVID-19)" > https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace Watch > https://vimeo.com/442337604

09.01.2022 The impacts of the COVID19 pandemic have been harsh for many since March 2020. If you need assistance or know someone who does, like masks, fresh food, covid testing information, check out the resources Yarra City Council can provide Coronavirus information hub: https://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au//comm/coronavirus-updates... Community Kindness Directory: https://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au//community-kindness-direc Information in your language: https://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au//information-in-your-lang

09.01.2022 New 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Gipps Street Ramp news + talking to Toby from the Cherry Tree Hotel about getting thru Stage 4 and their home grown bicycle delivery service . 1 https://3cr.org.au//gipps-street-ramp-news-talking-toby-ch . 2 https://www.yarrabug.org//yarrabug-radio-show-619-monday-/... . 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 inter-generational process of upgrading Gipps Street Ramps in Abbotsford, The Guardian article 'Despite a loud opposing minority, low-traffic neighbourhoods are increasingly popular' being quote tweeted by Ben Carroll MP, 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 lock-down and also go into the running to win a $200 voucher to spend at your local bike shop.

08.01.2022 The Victorian Electoral Commission results are now available for Yarra City Council 2020 elections. Thank you to everyone who stood for election and congratulations to the nine successful candidates. https://www.vec.vic.gov.au//2020-counci/yarra-city-council 1 Langridge Ward (3 vacancies)... Stephen Jolly Anab Mohamud Gabrielle de Vietri 2 Melba Ward (3 vacancies) Edward Crosslands Claudia Nguyen Herschel Landes 3 Nicholls Ward (3 vacancies) Bridgid O'Brien Sophie Wade Amanda Stone

08.01.2022 Tune in at 10am Monday . Val & Faith discuss the most recent instances of minor bicycle law transgressions used to target POC on bicycles, both here and overseas. We take a look at a poorly thought out big green box retail development that will have serious consequences for one of Brunswicks major cycling routes and share the story of the sugar strike bicycle brigades of 1911. 855 on the AM dial or streaming from 3cr.org.au

08.01.2022 City of Melbourne are adding 500m of separated cycling lanes PER WEEK while in nearby in Yarra City Council weve got to fight for every small step change: your support needs to be ongoing and long-term Register your ongoing support and feedback at Making Space in Yarra "Were trialling new ways of using Yarras roads to help deliver on our commitment to your health, safety and wellbeing during coronavirus (COVID-19)."... https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace "Trialling a safer Elizabeth Street: Read more and have your say on the protected bike lane trial in Elizabeth Street, Richmond" https://yoursayyarra.com.au/elizabeth-street "A new bike lane for Park Street, Fitzroy North: Were trialling a new pop-up bike lane on Park Street in Fitzroy North to help reduce congestion on the nearby Capital City Trail." https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/parkstreet "New centre median on Nicholson Street, Abbotsford: Were creating a safer Abbotsford for all road users by trialling a new centre median on Nicholson Street." https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/nicholsonmedian

08.01.2022 Catch the latest #YarraBUGRadioShow online now. Val and Faith are back to recording remotely from two different suburbs. This weeks program features news about mining in Wombat forest, (a gravel riding destination) Moreland City Council approves pop-up bike lanes in response to Covid19 and an interview with Anthony Aisenberg about the final report from this years BikeSpot Project Tune in here: https://www.3cr.org.au//episode-2020071/bikespot-2020-wrap

08.01.2022 Finally! Minimum passing distance legislation to be introduced next year in Victoria. Virtually every Australian state has minimum passing distance except Victoria. We'll be monitoring this news with great interest

07.01.2022 New 3CR Community Radio #podcast: Active transport + Sustrans Healthy Streets Approach On this weeks iso-recorded-at-home program Chris chats to Zo McMaster who shares her observations of being involved with Healthy Streets Approach, managed by UK transport charity Sustrans and funded by Transport for London. Listen ... >>> https://www.3cr.org.au//active-transport-sustrans-healthy- >>> https://www.yarrabug.org//yarrabug-radio-show-611-monday-/ 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 VicHealth 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, its been fantastic to see Victorian councils like the Moreland City Council, Yarra City Council, City of Melbourne and City of Greater Bendigo make changes so its 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.

05.01.2022 This is a lovely sweet post as we all need to just try and do our best. BTW todays @3CR podcast will be available on Tuesday

05.01.2022 If you missed Monday's Yarra BUG Radio Show then tune in to the podcast now online. Val and Faith chat to Jenica Brooke ( Melbourne Commuter) and Moses Chitima about the upcoming Bicycle Network Board elections. https://www.3cr.org.au//bicycle-network-elections-moses-ch

05.01.2022 Hmmmm? A fully funded and approved separated bike lane on Cumberland Road giving Pascoe Vale locals safe access to shops, primary schools, daycare, sporting clubs and businesses has mysteriously transformed itself into green paint on adjacent high traffic rat runs that bypass community destinations and take riders through three dangerous roundabouts? Whats going on here?

05.01.2022 For those who missed it, an interview with physio Kat Carter about indoor cycling. Hows it different to riding outside and what should you be mindful of to make sure it stays fun? https://www.3cr.org.au//talking-physio-kat-carter-zwift-an

05.01.2022 Tune in to the #YarraBUGRadioShow Monday morning at 10am when Val and Faith are joined by Norsham Husaini and a chorus of neighbourhood dogs. We talk about how much we dislike burbing and Norshams lockdown project interviewing friends from across the globe as they go for a ride. You can listen at 855 on the AM dial, or streaming online from https://www.3cr.org.au/streaming

04.01.2022 Voting tonight at Yarra Council 15 September 2020 Bear in mind, officers will be making quarterly reports on the following projects so your support needs to be ongoing and long-term. Register your ongoing support and feedback at Making Space in Yarra... "Were trialling new ways of using Yarras roads to help deliver on our commitment to your health, safety and wellbeing during coronavirus (COVID-19)." https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace "Trialling a safer Elizabeth Street: Read more and have your say on the protected bike lane trial in Elizabeth Street, Richmond" https://yoursayyarra.com.au/elizabeth-street "A new bike lane for Park Street, Fitzroy North: Were trialling a new pop-up bike lane on Park Street in Fitzroy North to help reduce congestion on the nearby Capital City Trail." https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/parkstreet "New centre median on Nicholson Street, Abbotsford: Were creating a safer Abbotsford for all road users by trialling a new centre median on Nicholson Street." https://yoursayyarra.com.au/makingspace/nicholsonmedian (image from: https://twitter.com/yarrabike/status/1305853004784914433)

03.01.2022 Todays the final day of 3CR Community Radio 2020 appeal: please make a donation if you have free time before 12pm. Do your bit to keep radical community radio and Yarra Bicycle Users Group Radio on 3CR on air! Donate >>> https://www.3cr.org.au/donate . .... . Streets Alive Yarra Melbourne Commuter Brunswick For Bikes Bike Melbourne Sustainable Cities Yarra City Council Friends of the Earth Melbourne Amy Gillett Foundation Bicycle Users Geelong Bicycle Network Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN Boroondara BUG Melbourne Brompton Club Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group Revitalise Sydney Road Councillor Rohan Leppert See more

03.01.2022 Catch the most recent episode of the Yarra BUG Radio Show here to listen to at your leisure. Val reminisces about the Critical Mass Hidden History Ride unearthing Melbournes hidden Koori history and the impact of European settlement. https://www.3cr.org.au//episode-2020/oo-ooom-too-too-close And find the Hidden History bike ride map here https://www.3cr.org.au//user168/Hidden%20History%20Ride.pdf

03.01.2022 At the next Yarra City Council meeting on Tuesday 23 June, a fast rollout of vehicle diversions and bike lane extensions is proposed to make key bicycle routes safer. See some examples below and provide your support via this link, refer to pdf attachments: Yarra Council Meeting documents - 7pm, Tuesday 23 June 2020 https://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au//council-meeting-23-june-... - Item 11.1 Attachment 1 COVID19 Response Trials location and concept plans - Item 11.1 Attachment 2 Leisure and Walking Circuits Also the Carlton North LAPM Scheme Draft Recommendations is available, refer to Item 11.3 Attachment 1 Carlton North Draft Local Area Place Making Plan Making a submission: If you have participated in consultation about a matter before this meeting, you do not need to submit your feedback again. However, if you would like to ask a question about something that is not on the agenda, or make a brief submission about something that is listed, you can submit a 250 word statement which will presented to the Council by a Council officer on your behalf. Your submission must be lodged online by 10.00am on the day of the meeting by following this link: https://www.surveygizmo.com//Participate-in-a-Council-or-C . . . Streets Alive Yarra Melbourne Commuter Bike Melbourne Sustainable Cities Friends of the Earth Melbourne Yarra Climate Action Now - YCAN Birrarung Cycling Club Boroondara BUG 3CR Community Radio Melbourne Brompton Club Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club Brunswick For Bikes Revitalise Sydney Road Glen Eira Bicycle Users Group Extend Upfield Bike Path to Upfield

03.01.2022 From Velo Cycles: ongoing Yarra City Council works on Linear Park trail @ Nicholson Street crossing in Carlton North. Looks the goods, have you used it yet?

02.01.2022 Heads up: Johan is asking for witnesses to an incident that happened today on the corner of Swanston and Cornell place in Carlton. Please contact Johan directly if you can assist

01.01.2022 From Velo Cycles "The Victorian Government has today modified the regulations relating to the repair of bicycles."