Newsletter – Summer 2026 Issue 1
Eagle Junction Bikeway Newsletter The Journey So Far For years, the community has called for a safe, low-stress bikeway connecting the CBD to the northern suburbs. Between 2014 and 2021…
Barrambin (Victoria Park) and the North Brisbane Bikeway
Here are some thoughts on the North Brisbane Bikeway and the Olympics venues, as you prepare submissions to the state government before the 27 September deadline. The link for submissions…
Kedron Brook Vision – an opportunity for excellent active transport infrastructure.
Brisbane City Council have opened submissions for a 20-year plan to revitalise the Kedron Brook catchment. Their strategy document fails to provide any active transport plan for this important corridor, suitable for the needs of all users now and well into the future.
The narrow footpath on Bowen Bridge Road
Help make sure bikeways are a priority for Barrambin (Victoria Park)
Material to support submissions to the government Barrambin/Victoria Park active transport planning: North BUG’s view The state government’s plans for the Olympics precincts at Barrambin (Victoria Park) and the Ekka…
Regional Transport Improvements
Some infrastructure and development projects with cycling infrastructure in or near NorthBUG. The Toombul Shopping Centre Site: A piece in the local news outlet “Echo News” suggests a development application…
Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway Upgrades
Brisbane North BUG attended a TMR briefing to discuss the upcoming upgrades to Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway with particular emphasis on the cycling and active transport changes along the…
e-bike legislation “will disadvantage some people who currently use these devices and are unable to drive”
The government’s proposed new e-bike legislation has caused wide dismay when it became apparent that draconian restrictions will be imposed on all e-bikes. Trikes, recumbents, unicycles and anything else with…
It’s nothing to do with e-bikes
As I write this the Queensland State government are calling for feedback on their inquiry into e-bikes, formally “Parliamentary Inquiry into E-mobility safety and use in Queensland”. Following the inquiry,…
Current Petitions – for your signature
Here are some worthy petitions that we would appreciate your signature on. Make Dickson St Safer for Cycling Click here for petition Residents urge the Council to extend the protected…
Meeting with Cr Adam Allan – Northgate Ward
Andrew from the Brisbane North BUG recently caught up with Councillor Adam Allan to talk about cycling issues in the Northgate Ward. Of particular interest was the recent rain and…