Welcome to CyclingSouth, a one-stop information resource on places to ride, people to ride with and new bike projects in Southern Tasmania. Want to be kept informed of upcoming rides, events or courses? Download a copy of Cycling South Newsletter #51 - July 2010 here and email your name, postal code and email address to to be added to the mailing list.
Latest News
Hobart City Council consults on Sandy Bay Rd concept design 22 July 2010. Council has prepared a concept design for an improved walking and cycling route along Sandy Bay Rd and is seeking feedback. See Sandy Bay Rd page for more.
Clarence Bicycle Advisory Committee - 2 positions vacant If you live in Clarence and want to see improvements to cycling infrastructure in the municipality then nominate for a position on the bicycle committee. Contact Ian Preece on 62458714 or email
for details and nomination form. Nominations must be received by 20 August 2010.
Cycling down the Andes slide show - Thurs 12 August 2010 at 7.30pm A photographic journey by bike from the Caribbean Sea to the tip of Patagonia. Peter Berechree is holding a slide show of his trip at the Stanley Burbury Theatre at UTas. See Community Ride and Events page for more.
Tasmanian State Budget 2010-11 $2 million has been allocated to expand the Cycleway Development Program which will be divided into $0.5 million per year over 4 years. Projects will include pathways in Strahan and Rosebury and a study into a Smithton-Hobart cycle touring route.
Spare a minute? Register now for Ride to Work Day
Do you want better bike facilities like more bike lanes, paths and bike parking? Then show your support and register for Ride to Work 2010. Your registration helps improve bike facilities across Australia. Whether you ride to keep fit, save money, convenience or to do something good for the environment its important you make your ride count by registering.
