Author Archives: WATAG

Planning for Active Transport

Posted on November 16, 2018 by WATAG

Safer and more vital cities. Register now for a meeting on Tuesday 20th November,  to discuss how YOUR city can be safer and more vital. See below for details. A recent post advised of the new book Building the Cycling … Continue reading →

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Free choice advocated

Posted on October 31, 2018 by WATAG

Bicycle Network wants a change to Australia’s helmet laws In all Australian states and territories (excluding Northern Territory), it is currently mandatory for people to wear a helmet whenever and wherever they ride a bike. Bicycle Network is recommending that … Continue reading →

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More people driving change

Posted on October 29, 2018 by WATAG

Build it and they’ll come “Traffic models predict more driving, you build more roads & more people drive. But would they have driven more without the new roads?” – @BrentToderian

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Riding Safely

Posted on October 28, 2018 by WATAG

You can help by being proactive about safety on a bike. Lights and hi visibility clothing. Research has shown a whopping 270% increase in driver recognition of a cyclist with a flashing rear light compared to without, while another study … Continue reading →

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Walking with Wheels

Posted on October 26, 2018 by WATAG

Can the Dutch Strategy for Cycling Work in North America? “Rather than view cyclists as little cars, we should view them as pedestrians with wheels. Then cycling no longer becomes about fitness or speed—it just becomes a slightly faster way … Continue reading →

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