Bike West
@bikewest.org
BikeWest is a dedicated group of volunteers who have advocate for safe cycling facilities so more people can ride more often in the western suburbs of Narrm (Melbourne), Australia.
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Bike West
@bikewest.org
· Apr 15
Green bike bridge’s overdue opening a welcome sight for cyclists in Docklands
The elevated crossing over Footscray Road is part of the new and upgraded bike paths funded through the West Gate Tunnel project. But cyclists say safety concerns remain in Melbourne’s western suburbs...
www.theage.com.au
Definitely not the most pressing thing state wide, but we've got another factory fire in the West. Avoid the smoke originating in Derrimut, probably currently heading Laverton way, could be heading more westward this arvo though.
January 9, 2026 at 12:54 AM
Definitely not the most pressing thing state wide, but we've got another factory fire in the West. Avoid the smoke originating in Derrimut, probably currently heading Laverton way, could be heading more westward this arvo though.
Not only is there a wonderful new shared bike path that takes you right to the door of Hop Nation. They're offering free beer to celebrate!
January 8, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Not only is there a wonderful new shared bike path that takes you right to the door of Hop Nation. They're offering free beer to celebrate!
Saw what seemed like grandparents taking 3 grandkids on the veloway today. Don't think I've ever seen that on Footscray rd path. Hope things like that continue.
December 18, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Saw what seemed like grandparents taking 3 grandkids on the veloway today. Don't think I've ever seen that on Footscray rd path. Hope things like that continue.
There's a new BMX bike park under the veloway/freeway in docklands now. 4 tracks across 2 road separated areas (pedestrian lights crossing). Already seeing use from a kid on a balance bike.
December 14, 2025 at 11:16 PM
There's a new BMX bike park under the veloway/freeway in docklands now. 4 tracks across 2 road separated areas (pedestrian lights crossing). Already seeing use from a kid on a balance bike.
Weird kind of opening if you ask me. Fed trail extension is open, just not the party under the Westgate connecting to hall St
December 13, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Weird kind of opening if you ask me. Fed trail extension is open, just not the party under the Westgate connecting to hall St
Federation Trail extension including a new bridge over Williamstown Rd opens tomorrow. This completes the Federation trail through to Hyde st. From here it joins up with Bay Trail W. It will also join a new path under the West Gate Freeway, linking the Stony creek trail to Hall St in Spotswood.
December 12, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Federation Trail extension including a new bridge over Williamstown Rd opens tomorrow. This completes the Federation trail through to Hyde st. From here it joins up with Bay Trail W. It will also join a new path under the West Gate Freeway, linking the Stony creek trail to Hall St in Spotswood.
As we understand it, this should include the rest of the shared user paths (ie fed trail and route to spotswood) being open too! Still waiting for confirmation.
December 12, 2025 at 3:27 AM
As we understand it, this should include the rest of the shared user paths (ie fed trail and route to spotswood) being open too! Still waiting for confirmation.
Anyone ridden the federation trail lately? Maybe @misguidedjenni.bsky.social ? Still a bath at the ring road?
December 11, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Anyone ridden the federation trail lately? Maybe @misguidedjenni.bsky.social ? Still a bath at the ring road?
The veloway "bike super highway" is open! There's an elevated 2.5km dedicated cycle path straight to the edge of Footscray. Unfortunately if you want to head to the center of Footscray from there suddenly it's more like this.
a cartoon of homer simpson riding a bicycle on a sidewalk
Alt: a cartoon of homer simpson riding a bicycle on a quiet street then turning into a busy freeway going the wrong way.
media.tenor.com
December 8, 2025 at 8:22 AM
The veloway "bike super highway" is open! There's an elevated 2.5km dedicated cycle path straight to the edge of Footscray. Unfortunately if you want to head to the center of Footscray from there suddenly it's more like this.
We're back in the newsletter game! newsletter.bikewest.org/december-2025/
December 2025
Come and say hello at our monthly meeting. For December we will be having an informal meeting at Mama Chen's in Footscray to close out the year. We'll be there from 6PM, on Friday the 12th.
Veloway ...
newsletter.bikewest.org
December 7, 2025 at 8:59 AM
We're back in the newsletter game! newsletter.bikewest.org/december-2025/
The veloway was opened today. BikeWest will continue to push to get safe ways to reach it and other day to day trips in the inner west.
bigbuild.vic.gov.au/use-west-gat...
bigbuild.vic.gov.au/use-west-gat...
Veloway now open
The much-anticipated new veloway that connects the west with the CBD is now open.
bigbuild.vic.gov.au
December 7, 2025 at 1:59 AM
The veloway was opened today. BikeWest will continue to push to get safe ways to reach it and other day to day trips in the inner west.
bigbuild.vic.gov.au/use-west-gat...
bigbuild.vic.gov.au/use-west-gat...
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See you at Critical Mass 30th anniversary ride. 5:30pm today, State Library.
November 27, 2025 at 11:58 PM
See you at Critical Mass 30th anniversary ride. 5:30pm today, State Library.
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New! @3crmelbourne.bsky.social podcast: VICBUG app & mapping bike infrastructure, @postcardsfromnorth.bsky.social & Val with Vince Masci, news incl. congestion levy amendment for active transport, Fed govt e-bike news & @criticalmassmelb.bsky.social 30 this Fri 28 Nov www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
The VICBUG app and mapping bike infrastructure
Faith and Val are joined in the studio at 3CR by guest Vince Masci. We all share our bike moments before taking a look at a couple of local news items. Last Friday an ammendment was passed in Parliame...
www.3cr.org.au
November 24, 2025 at 7:55 AM
New! @3crmelbourne.bsky.social podcast: VICBUG app & mapping bike infrastructure, @postcardsfromnorth.bsky.social & Val with Vince Masci, news incl. congestion levy amendment for active transport, Fed govt e-bike news & @criticalmassmelb.bsky.social 30 this Fri 28 Nov www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
With a new mayor who spoke to active transport as a priorit and state election coming up, it feels like we could be on the cusp of some real advances. It would be great to signal that to council staff via www.yourcityyourvoice.com.au/budget26-27 if you're either a resident or visitor to Maribyrnong
Annual Budget 2026/27
Tell us what services matter to you by Sunday 14 December 2025.
www.yourcityyourvoice.com.au
November 20, 2025 at 10:45 AM
With a new mayor who spoke to active transport as a priorit and state election coming up, it feels like we could be on the cusp of some real advances. It would be great to signal that to council staff via www.yourcityyourvoice.com.au/budget26-27 if you're either a resident or visitor to Maribyrnong
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You should build bike lanes for people who are not currently biking and build housing for people who don't currently live in your neighborhood.
November 14, 2025 at 5:11 PM
You should build bike lanes for people who are not currently biking and build housing for people who don't currently live in your neighborhood.
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🎧 Listen back here! www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
How do you measure Healthy Streets?
Faith and Val are joined in the studio by James Laing, an active transport specialist with Stantec and twenty years experience in the UK and with the City of London. We share our bike moments which in...
www.3cr.org.au
November 12, 2025 at 6:18 AM
🎧 Listen back here! www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
Great @yarrabike.bsky.social radio episode on @3crmelbourne.bsky.social. Shows how important the Streets People Love campaign is. Pushing for livable streets that include bike infrastructure is going to get more general support than solely pushing bikes. Also probably gets more pleasant bike routes.
November 11, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Great @yarrabike.bsky.social radio episode on @3crmelbourne.bsky.social. Shows how important the Streets People Love campaign is. Pushing for livable streets that include bike infrastructure is going to get more general support than solely pushing bikes. Also probably gets more pleasant bike routes.
Seems like someone might have found their own detour for the footscray rd SUP closure last night.
November 6, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Seems like someone might have found their own detour for the footscray rd SUP closure last night.
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TODAY @ 5.30pm, State Library. Running late? Download Critical Maps to find us www.criticalmaps.net
October 31, 2025 at 5:41 AM
TODAY @ 5.30pm, State Library. Running late? Download Critical Maps to find us www.criticalmaps.net
Melissa Horne has replied to BikeWest's questions about protected lanes on Macaulay Rd.
October 24, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Melissa Horne has replied to BikeWest's questions about protected lanes on Macaulay Rd.
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This is an awesome report, full of evidence and actionable recommendations to help kids walk to school. We urge Councillors to read it, and follow its recommendations, such as implementing modal filters to reduce the volume and speed of motor vehicle traffic in the neighbourhoods around schools.
October 24, 2025 at 2:49 AM
This is an awesome report, full of evidence and actionable recommendations to help kids walk to school. We urge Councillors to read it, and follow its recommendations, such as implementing modal filters to reduce the volume and speed of motor vehicle traffic in the neighbourhoods around schools.
With the rainbow bridge now open, we Westies can get closer than ever to the Queen Vic market, but the final 500m is challenging and bike parking is miserable.
Queen Vic Market is not bike friendly and needs to be better. @cityofmelbourne survey: docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/...
A survey on access, parking and facilities at Queen Victoria Market
We want to better understand how customers, traders and the wider community will be affected by the construction of three tower buildings on the southern side of the Queen Victoria Market — including ...
docs.google.com
October 21, 2025 at 8:16 AM
With the rainbow bridge now open, we Westies can get closer than ever to the Queen Vic market, but the final 500m is challenging and bike parking is miserable.
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Will the government fix the Ashley Street underpass before adding more housing, or will they continue to repeat the same mistakes over and over again in the West? www.theage.com.au/national/vic...
High-rises coming to the west but this needs to be fixed first
Residents say more investment is needed in West Footscray, Middle Footscray and Tottenham if they are to be activity centres.
www.theage.com.au
October 21, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Will the government fix the Ashley Street underpass before adding more housing, or will they continue to repeat the same mistakes over and over again in the West? www.theage.com.au/national/vic...