Port Phillip Bicycle Users

Volunteering opportunity: CoPP is planning a new program called Pedal Sisters designed for women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. They are looking for people to be involved in supporting this group by riding with participants who want to continue riding after the program. The location is likely to be along bike paths in the South Melbourne area. Please contact us if you're interested! #cycling #melbourne @vaguelyspecific@aus.social

RE: @portphillipbug@aus.social

Update on Bayside Council's proposal to duplicate the Bay Trail. Council decided to progress the project for Section 2 of the trail, which is the narrowest section, between Dendy Pavilion and Green Point. This is the section which requires a boardwalk.

However funding is still not allocated. "the estimate for Section 2 alone is circa $13million. We will seek assistance from the State and Federal Governments for contributions, but there is also a need to consider how this project can be funded should those attempts not be successful either in full or in part. The councillors have referred the Bay Trail funding shortfall to their considerations for the 2026-27 budget, which is currently being developed, and will be presented in draft form at the Council meeting in April."
#melbourne #Bayside #cycling

A small win, but it's taken at least 9 years of asking for change. New parking restrictions outside Donovan's. The on-road car park here has been a significant pinch point in the on-road lanes. A new DDA-compliant car park is over the road next to the Palais. Thanks Councillor Justin Halliday for championing this!

#melbourne #cycling #StKilda

Do you find the Bay Trail narrow and congested?

Bayside Council is proposing upgrading a narrow section between Dendy St and Green Point. The shared trail will be split into a side-by-side cycling trail and pedestrian trail, partially situated on a new boardwalk.

This is item 12.2 on the agenda for Tuesday 17th February.

https://www.bayside.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2026-02/17%20February%202026%20Council%20Meeting%20Agenda_0.pdf

Coming along to Council to speak in support, or emailing the councillors, is encouraged.

https://www.bayside.vic.gov.au/council/request-be-heard-council-meeting

#melbourne #CityOfBayside #cycling #BikeLane #Brighton

Vince has made a great new mapping app including bike lanes, off road paths, detours, rider hazards. Also includes active bush fire areas for regional travel. Check it out at https://www.vicbug.app/
He'd like feedback on the app. It uses Open Street Map data, so any inaccuracies in the maps should be corrected there.
#melbourne #cycling #navigation

Recently Infrastructure Victoria recommended building 12 cycling corridors in Melbourne, and other routes in regional Victoria. In our area, they recommended building a protected bike route from Anzac Station to Sandringham (using the St Kilda Rd lanes). We'd like to see all candidates at the upcoming state election signing up to support this.

PPBUG is planning to ride from St Kilda Junction to Sandringham on Wednesday 18th February. Meet at the intersection of St Kilda Rd and Punt Rd (specifically at the park on the north-west corner of the intersection) at 6pm 18th Feb 2026. We will ride to Sandringham along St Kilda Rd—- New St— Hampton St. Stopping as needed to discuss what is needed and take photos.

Route description:
https://www.ppbug.org/bug-blog/2026/1/2/anzac-station-to-sandringham-strategic-cycling-corridor

All welcome; RSVP optional (for last minute changes of plan due to weather etc) or to stay in contact with the campaign.

RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSJM-7A2iiV-OqhUY3CiRz8_6CchOBJAVrESIeC0MVYMNy7A/viewform?usp=header

#melbourne #cycling #BikeLane

Glen Eira council to improve the connection between the Queens Ave trail and the Djerring trail.

https://www.gleneira.vic.gov.au/about-council/council-projects/queens-avenue-djerring-trail-pr-885

The slip lane (between the two As in diagram) looks pretty sketchy--- Bayside has just got rid of a similar slip lane at the intersection of New St and Bent Ave which was the site of many crashes. Drivers hoping to make the turn in a gap in traffic fail to see people on bikes coming through the intersection-- very dangerous if they have not stopped.

#melbourne #cycling #caulfield #BikeLane

Bicycle Network is looking for volunteer bike counters. Still many sites available in Melbourne CBD and Southbank.

Tuesday March 3rd from 7-9am.

The data collected in these surveys will be analysed and reported to local councils to help improve cycling infrastructure and make Australian roads safer for everyone.

These 2-hour surveys are taking place at a location near you and across Australia - find your nearest site by clicking the link to register below.
Counters will receive either a $70 donation or a 6-month Bicycle Network
Membership for your support with the counts. This donation can be made to any local charity, club or organisation on your behalf. (Including to Port Phillip BUG.)

https://counts.bicyclenetwork.com.au/traffic-survey/254/

#melbourne #cycling

In November 2025, Infrastructure Victoria released Victoria’s infrastructure strategy 2025–2055. One key recommendation was to invest in 12 cycling corridors in Melbourne and a network of cycle corridors in Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo and Wangaratta over the next 10 years.

The one in our area is the Anzac Station to Sandringham route. This would be a massive enabler--- would allow people from a big catchment in the south-east to access the St Kilda Rd bike lanes and the CBD beyond.

Blog about the route: https://www.ppbug.org/bug-blog/2026/1/2/anzac-station-to-sandringham-strategic-cycling-corridor

We'll be riding the complete route together soon to look at the challenges, dates TBA.

#melbourne #cycling #BikeLane #BikeTooter

St Kilda Bike Kitchen and Repair Cafe On Sunday 8th February, the St Kilda Repair Café & Bike Kitchen will be taking place between 2:00pm – 5:00pm. The St Kilda Bike Kitchen will be having an open workshop at the repair cafe, where anyone can learn to repair or maintain their bike too. EcoCentre, 55A Blessington St, St Kilda https://www.ecocentre.com/events/event/st-kilda-repair-cafe-and-bike-kitchen-feb/ #melbourne #cycling #recycling #StKilda @StKBikeKitchen@aus.social

If you’ve got some work to do on your bicycle, Sunday 9 March, 2-5 pm St Kilda Bike Kitchen @StKBikeKitchen@aus.social will be outside 38 Blessington Street, alongside the St Kilda Repair cafe.
Then, Thursday 27 March, 6.30pm it’s your chance to learn to fix-a-flat at the St Kilda Library Community Room.
Saturday 5 April, 10am-12noon, find them back at the Peanut Farm on the Chaucer St side.
#melbourne #cycling #StKilda

11am today, Sunday 27th August, opposite the NGV... it's time to celebrate the