As noted in the Page on Callan Park (under Campaigns and Issues)the State Government has sat on the Masterplan prepared by Leichhardt Council in 2010-11. A number of bicycle routes and facilities were proposed through and alongside Callan Park, notably
Marlborough Great Taste Tour 2017
Report from John Ross on the Bike Leichhardt tour of the Marlborough region in February 2017. This was a good scenic trip for ten BL tourers, with a couple of challenges along the way. Monday 13/2: The 70 km from
New Jersey
Interested in a Bike Leichhardt jersey? We are talking to a designer and maker, Body Torque, about a new jersey. Looking to get them designed and made up in next few months. They will retain the red, white and green
Council Corner
What’s happening at the Inner West Council in relation to bicycle planning and infrastructure. The recent amalgamation of the three Inner West Councils could be good for better, integrated transport planning. More staff, bigger budget, fewer boundary issues (like Parramatta
Bay Run Upgrades
After a long delay in 2016 when a company selected to do the work went bankrupt, the “waste land” section of the Bay Run along the Haberfield section next to the City West Link is finished. Cyclists have a separate
Join Bicycle NSW
Now is a good time to consider joining Bicycle NSW. They have a new CEO and are taking a more active part in promoting the interests of members. Bicycle NSW is the peak State body representing non racing cyclists. bIke
Tour de Sicily
Last day in Sicily, after three weeks and about 700 km of cycling. Tomorrow I fly to Rome and then Copenhagen to see my son and also meet Elaine, who has been on a choral tour with Bel Acapella. I
Ludwig Leichhardt – born 200 years ago
Leichhardt was named after Ludwig Leichhardt who was born 200 years ago this year. He came to Australia in 1842 after studying Natural Sciences in Germany, and was a very talented scientist. He led several minor exploring expeditions then completed
President’s Report for 2012
LBUG kept rolling in 2012, with over 35 day rides and several longer tours, thanks to our ride leaders. We have ten BNSW accredited leaders. Rides ranged from the regular EasyRides on the first Sunday of the month to Mike
EasyRide to Eveleigh
Thanks to everyone for coming along on our August EasyRide. Perfect weather for a cruise around the foreshores of Glebe and Pyrmont and through Darling Harbour. Then we wound our way through Ultimo and Glebe to Victoria Park to City