RAIL - Back On Track Forum

https://twitter.com/ozbob13/status/1491063604514537476

The Victoria Bridge is basically a walk and cycle bridge this arvo.

The Riverside Bikeway this arvo

They really need to just get rid of the drift restaurant. There is no need to continue work on it and open it back up.

Source  Couriermail, 4 March 2022. Drift restaurant is now high and dry on the Bicentennial Bikeway at Milton.

Coronation Drive and Bikeway flooding.

The Drift Restaurant would be cool to have back but it needs to be on really high and sturdy stilts plus would likely need a flood mitigation pier like the Citycat terminals.

https://twitter.com/bne_lordmayor/status/1500920397474439169

https://twitter.com/verbatim18/status/1501590411088850944

While the bikeways ways along the river are picturesque, they are not always the most direct. They are affected and damaged by floods and sometimes impassable at king tides.

There are a few segregated on road bikeways in Brisbane that are direct. It is time to rethink the strategy and build more segregated direct bicycle routes on higher ground.

What about the far right side of Wickham Street. A two way cycleway way maybe ideal from Turbot St to Newstead.

^ good point IMHO.

In regards to the city deal I did read that there is money to improve walkability around SEQ.

How that is going to be achieved is anyone's question.

They need to improve and connect the active travel paths around SEQ. Have some alternatives than having paths along flood plains, creeks and rivers.

Run shared paths along rail corridors to connect suburbs together. Rail corridors are usually higher and more flood resilient and there is space along side them to build active travel paths.

They also can be used as dual purpose when there is track work to allow access for maintenance vehicles.

Other jurisdictions in the world are and have been building active travel paths alongside rail corridors for many years.

https://twitter.com/bne_lordmayor/status/1506164420065767431

Now The Drift is likely to be gone in within a week.

 https://twitter.com/7NewsBrisbane/status/1506548192007323648

"Don't build bike lanes because they are hard, build them because they are easy and that's what people want"

https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/projects/labrador-carrara-road-gold-coast-highway-to-napper-road-construct-cycleway?fbclid=IwAR0h7_3BeExT62P-Sw1zNB2V3HJ8iVCqBOQx0q-8LLhpFx3Kz93gwEdH7qA

Great to see protected cycle lanes potentially being rolled out across the suburbs. With a price tag of around $4 million for around 2.5kms of upgrades, this is some serious value for money along some under-utilised road space (especially compared to any road 'upgrades'). It makes me wonder why Councils aren't taking up the State's 50/50 funding split for any cycle infrastructure more often.

"A business case is being developed for an on-road bicycle way on Olsen Avenue that will improve safety and provide important connections for bicycle riders to the surrounding suburbs, such as Labrador, Biggera Waters, Arundel and Southport"

Do they do a business case for the drainage on the road?  What a waste of money.  Just cost it and get n with it".

https://twitter.com/MarkBaileyMP/status/1514465476520583168

Even the Netherlands still completely retrofits/rebuilds outdated designed intersections. It's time BCC start incorporating this into their design policies. TMR is planning on creating a protected intersection at Beaudesert Rd/Illaweena St which is great, and BCC/State Government have recently completed one on Gladstone Rd/TJ Memorial Dr, but this really needs to become the norm.

Brisbane West Bug--->https://www.facebook.com/728510697253210/posts/pfbid0QpoYEsvUyv9TvWFaUcynMjbUHXkmjGminuFVaLNunUccJstJNZYS5Wo4qw6cYWyml/

QuoteBREAKING: Brisbane City Council has budgeted $134,000 for design for a link between the Indooroopilly Riverwalk and the Centenary Cycleway at Witton Road in the 2022-23 budget.

Ferny Grove to Samford Cycle link June 24. It now cuts through Camp Mountain through the Western side of Samford conservation park.

A very easy ride for anyone who wants to do it.

10km in each direction and easily accessible with the train to and from Ferny Grove.

I feel that it still requires further segregation along Camp Mountain road on the Samford side though.

https://twitter.com/dirkjanjanssen/status/1563156564030083074

Queensland Principal Cycle Network--->https://www.yoursay-projects.tmr.qld.gov.au/queensland-principal-cycle-network

Closes today, I mainly mapped issues and improvements around the CBD and Fortitude Valley areas. As well as improved lighting from the Vic Park land bridge to Gregory Terrace. I am also seeking improvements at the intersection of Gregory Tce Bowen Bridge Road and Brunswick St with the closure of the slip lane from Brunswick St to Gregory Tce outbound. Further improvements, reducing the Gregory Tce vehicle lanes to one at the lights except for the turning lane from Gregory Tce to Brunswick Street inbound. This can provide space for segregated bike lanes, as well as improved safety, preventing cars overtaking then merging again into one lane 10 metres past the intersection.

The pedestrian and cycle bridge needs completing over Roma Street from either Hershel or Tank streets. This will provide a better connection to the Normanby Bikeway.

New Daily---> Australians want green public transport options, and fast

QuoteTwo-thirds of poll respondents also want more footpaths and bike lanes to encourage emissions-free private transport.

https://twitter.com/MarkBaileyMP/status/1569077877160972288

Quote from: Cazza on October 14, 2022, 16:51:19 PM

A classic.

Next time it's been raining and there's a car blocking the footpath, I'm going to be very tempted to leave muddy shoeprints all over it.

When cars block pedestrian crossings, I'm always so tempted to open their back door, climb through their seats and get out the other door.

(For legal reasons thats a joke )

Kangaroo Point Active Travel Study: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/traffic-and-transport/roads-infrastructure-and-bikeways/kangaroo-point-active-travel-study

South Brisbane Active Travel Study: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/traffic-and-transport/roads-infrastructure-and-bikeways/south-brisbane-active-travel-study

Both studies have an interactive map and survey to complete. Would recommend people give Council important feedback, even if you're only remotely interested in cycling/scooting. Key points for me include:
- The need for direct, separated bike lanes connecting the Wynnum Road bikeway to the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge
- Modifying the Stanley St/Annerley Rd intersection to have a bike/ped crossing on the eastern side of the intersection too
- Banning the left turn from Stanley St onto the M3 on-ramp (Southbound) at all times
- Turning Melbourne St into a bus, bike and pedestrian only 'green' street between Mollison St (or even Boundary St) to connect to the Victoria Bridge
- Removing cars from Riverside Dr from Jane St all the way up to the end
- Separated cycle lanes along Vulture St between Montague Road (and Davies Park) to connect up to the Goodwill Bridge and Gabba Bikeway.

Important video ..

When motorists must give way to cyclists - New laws prioritise cyclists in Queensland!

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https://twitter.com/railbotforum/status/1590045355512856576

https://twitter.com/MarkBaileyMP/status/1591556969542094849

Brisbanetimes --> Moggill Rd to get separated cycleway as roundabout plan scrapped

QuotePlans to put traffic lights at the Kenmore roundabout in Brisbane have been scrapped, with a cycleway to be built along Moggill Road instead, Transport Minister Mark Bailey said on Sunday.

The plan to add traffic lights to the roundabout proved very unpopular, with 94 per cent of the community rejecting it. Instead, a preliminary plan has been released for a separated cycleway along Moggill Road. ...

A bikeway, separated from traffic, will be built along Moggill Road with $12.5 million previously allocated to traffic lights at the Kenmore roundabout. CREDIT:DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT AND MAIN ROADS

Just shows how much separated bike lane could be built from the budget allocate to widen intersections and make them less  safet (yes I know in this instance it is  a roundabout)

https://twitter.com/ozbob13/status/1593607452519342080

Quote from: Cazza on October 26, 2022, 17:01:51 PMKangaroo Point Active Travel Study: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/traffic-and-transport/roads-infrastructure-and-bikeways/kangaroo-point-active-travel-study

South Brisbane Active Travel Study: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/traffic-and-transport/roads-infrastructure-and-bikeways/south-brisbane-active-travel-study

Just to bump these studies, noting that the survey and map close at midnight tonight.

Intersection priority examples for cyclists--->https://youtube.com/shorts/jgacSmLBSIQ?feature=share

https://twitter.com/cbdbug/status/1627249545158729728

https://twitter.com/BetterSts4AUS/status/1643068870700453890

NSW and I assume Qld too only spend 0.2 percent of their respective budgets on Active Transport. The recommendation from the UN is 20%. We fall well below the recommended budget requirements to make Active Transport an alternative reality in this country.

https://statements.qld.gov.au/statements/97504

Bike-friendly businesses ride benefits
5th April 2023

Minister for Transport and Main Roads
The Honourable Mark Bailey

Queensland businesses looking to become more bike friendly, can now access a practical guide to put them on the right path.

The new guide is available online with tips and tricks for business owners and operators to become bike friendly and learn why it makes good business sense to do so.

Being bike friendly presents a number of significant opportunities, including more customers, while also promoting a healthy lifestyle.

The guide was informed by research with bike riders, businesses, local councils, and bike-riding industry groups across the state.

The research revealed almost 95 per cent of frequent bike riders visit businesses when riding, and more than half of them stop and shop on most or every trip.

Bike riders present a growing market of people who want to stop, shop and spend at businesses of all types from local cafes and supermarkets, through to tourism destinations and professional service appointments.

Three out of four of these riders are even willing to go out of their way to visit a business that provides a welcoming environment and facilities for bike riders.

Just as businesses are tapping into new markets by being family or pet friendly, being bike friendly can provide a genuine point of difference and help Queensland businesses attract new and repeat customers.

The guide is available to download now on the TMR website at https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/travel-and-transport/cycling/research-and-resources/bike-friendly-business

Quotes attributable to the Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey:

"Whether it's a coffee after a morning cycling or cold drink midway through a daytime ride, the cycling community present a huge opportunity for Queensland businesses.

"Talking with cycling groups, we've found one of the best ways for business owners to tap into this thriving market is to make it more convenient for riders to pull up and park.

"I am pleased to announce the launch of the 'Become a bike-friendly business' guide.

"It's designed to give practical advice to Queensland businesses and help them understand the potential of the bike-riding market.

"It breaks down the essential things riders are looking for, and how business owners can get started on the path to bike-friendly business success.

"By supporting businesses to make it more convenient and secure for people to ride and park their bike while they shop, the Queensland Government is helping create a great lifestyle through less traffic congestion and carbon emissions, and more opportunities for people to stay active and healthy."

Quotes attributable to the Minister for Employment and Small Business Di Farmer:

"We recognise small businesses have their shoulders to the wheel daily and every little piece of help we can give them is important. Our bike friendly business guide is just another example of leaving no stone unturned to help out.

I encourage businesses to try to find a few minutes to read the guide for some valuable tips."

ENDS