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Paris to charge SUV drivers higher parking fees to tackle ‘auto-besity’
> Paris city hall is to impose higher parking fees on owners of SUVs in its battle to reduce pollution in the capital.
> Details of the charges have not been announced but the size, weight of the vehicle and its motor will be taken into consideration.
It's great to see @AucklandTransport going ahead with #saferbikelanes on Great North Road. #betterstreets #safespace4cycling
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/perfect-must-not-be-the-enemy-of-good-great-north-rd-finally-gets-its-cycleway
City of Sydney: Sydney Square’s $35m upgrade paves the way for a transforming city
> New paving, seating and lighting will revitalise the tired square between Sydney Town Hall and St Andrew’s Cathedral, as the transformation of public space across the city centre continues.
> The City of Sydney will begin work on the $35 million upgrade of Sydney Square and its surrounding public areas in 2027.
Have your say on improved connectivity for cyclists and pedestrians at Rozelle interchange.
Feedback form closes Friday 23 June 2023.
Bicycle NSW is excited to welcome two additional Better Streets Campaign Coordinators, Kat Hossen and Monique Ewen to the group.
https://bicyclensw.org.au/bicycle-nsw-welcomes-campaign-coordinators/
Bicycle NSWBicycle NSW Welcomes Campaign CoordinatorsBicycle NSW is excited to welcome two additional Better Streets Campaign Co-ordinators, Kat Hossen and Monique Ewen to the group.
ABC News 7:30 report yesterday: Australia is going through a slow but steady cycling revolution. It's a welcome trend – cycling is good for both health and the environment.
But while more people are taking up cycling, are our cities ready? Peter McCutcheon reports.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-01/are-our-cities-ready-for-the-coming-cycling/102423824
Some 1min advocacy for you!
Inner West Council are planning to fix the Carrington Road Cycleway, taking it from being downright dangerous with large intersections and fast turning traffic to a safe and comfortable ride with tight corners, traffic calming, and give way lines.
It's super easy to fill out the survey and just say you support it! And of course you can give more detailed feedback if you want.
https://yoursay.innerwest.nsw.gov.au/carrington-road-cycleway-marrickville
Your Say Inner WestCarrington Road cycleway, MarrickvilleUpgrading this cycleway and improving safety for all
Sidewalks are some of the most important #publicspaces in our communities, but for some reason we don't treat them as such. The cities that do, like Saratoga Springs in New York, enjoy the kind of thriving sociallife we should all aim for.
https://www.sociallifeproject.org/north-america-main-street-sidewalks/
Sign the petition & show your support for a better Oxford Street!
Transport for NSW is planning to rejuvenate Oxford St but there is a risk that the cycleway will not go ahead. Find out more here: https://bicyclensw.org.au/oxford-street-east-1/
https://www.change.org/p/build-the-oxford-street-east-cycleway
Wow, I somehow didn't hear about this one happening until now. They're finally removing the slip lane and that tiny waiting island at the corner of Centennial Park and Queens Park. Construction started a couple days ago. Yay!!
ABC News: How AI and machine learning can help make better public spaces for people: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-24/how-artificial-intelligence-can-make-spaces-better-for-people/102237850
A great article on the illustrations by Zach Katz (@betterstreetsai).
Randwick Council in Sydney has started construction a new pedestrian plaza on Waratah Avenue!
Canberra eyes a separated new standard for city intersections - Bicycle Network
> Bike riders in Canberra may soon enjoy safer passage through the city, as the ACT government pursues best-practice intersection design prioritising active travel.
> A draft best-practice design guide has been put to the public for consultation, and includes recommendations to reduce conflict at the city's intersections.
Check out this great video by Better Streets member Chris about the Epping Road Bridge Widening project!
https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ck91Y0tcLxE
The project will add two extra traffic lanes and cost $220m, more than the entire NSW Get Active Program (which is where funds for cycleways come from).
You can provide feedback by emailing parramatta[at]transport.nsw.gov.au or phoning 1800 979 577.
Have your say: Feedback on the Curlewis Street Cycleway REF (review of environmental factors) closes this Tuesday at 5pm.
The cycleway will link Bondi Beach most of the way to Bondi Junction and the CBD. Hopefully this is the last round of consultation and it can get built in time for summer! 
Have Your Say WaverleyCurlewis St Streetscape UpgradeWe're upgrading Curlewis Street in Bondi Beach to make it safer for pedestrians and bike riders.
Volunteer John Stace, who is almost 80 years old, just rode 5,000km all the way across Australia from Perth to Sydney, to raise awareness and funding for Better Streets! 
You can check out his epic journey here: https://www.betterstreets.info/blog/volunteer-profile-john-stace-808080
And donate to his fundraising efforts here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/better-streets-for-8-to-80-year-olds
Well done John! 
#betterstreets #australia #cycling
Exciting news! New delegations from Transport for NSW enable councils to carry out certain street upgrades independently without having to get approval from a Local Traffic Committee, including:
Pedestrian crossings
️ Alfresco dining
Traffic calming
Kerb build-outs
Continuous footpaths
and more!
Check out the full details in our new blog post: https://www.betterstreets.info/blog/new-delegations-give-nsw-local-councils-more-control
Better StreetsNew delegations give NSW local councils more controlThe new Temporary Delegation from Transport for NSW (TfNSW) makes it easier for local Councils to install pedestrian crossings (and other minor works) on local roads. TfNSW has recently issued a new...
Just a reminder that applications to become Betters Streets' next campaign coordinator close this Sunday! Please share with anyone you think might be interested in the role. https://www.betterstreets.info/blog/are-you-better-streets-next-campaign-coordinator
Better StreetsARE YOU BETTER STREETS NEXT CAMPAIGN COORDINATOR?Better Streets is growing and has an opportunity for a paid position as a Campaign Manager to help manage that growth. The Better Streets Campaign Coordinator (BSCC) will support the Better Streets...
"I thought an e-scooter would just be so cool and it was indeed, better than a wheelchair."
Lea Weaver is 79 years old and has a medical condition that makes it difficult to walk. She rides an e-scooter to get around. Listen to her heart-warming interview below!
One of Better Streets' key asks is to build 1,000km of connected, safe and direct cycle & micromobility routes per year.
ABC NewsE-scooter trial means 79yo Lea's preferred mode of transport no longer makes her an 'outlaw'