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Our streets need you!
Your vote is needed at the public meeting attempting to remove bike lanes. Tuesday 25th March. Get your ticket, attend and vote.
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Lift our vision from car parking to become an inclusive, active, heathy and thriving community
Bruce Levett, a Hobart resident and public health advocate, has led Health Consumers Tasmania and serves on the Tasmanian Council of Social Service board. He urges a shift from car parking debates to urban planning that promotes active transport, healthier communities, and thriving local businesses.
4th March Sticker Day
We need a bunch of volunteers to give us 1 - 2 hours of your time before work (7-9am or part of) on Tuesday 4th March to give Hobart's friendly active transport commuters a wave and a sticker! If you haven't already earned yourself a Streets
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Does a two-way bike lane on Collins Street make sense?
Hobart City Council is installing a bike lane along Collins Street - this will consist of one-way bike lanes on each side of Collins Street. But is there any merit to a 'two-way' bike lane on one side only? This post explains why a two-way bike
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Councillor Ryan Posselt's Talking Points on Collins St. Discourse
Hobart City Councillor, Paramedic and Cycling South Chair - Ryan Posselt - provides his thoughts on Collins Street. It’s a new year, and it hasn’t taken long for bike lanes to appear in public discourse, kicking off in the third week of January with conservative politicians questioning their implementation in
Switch gears & move into a new cycle of travel options
This article was first published in The Mercury newspaper on Wednesday 22 January 2025 The belief that bike lanes pose a threat to businesses is not held up by the evidence Some people see a parked car and equate that to a business customer but don’t make the same
How RACT's Vision Can Help Hobart Streets Become People-Friendly
RACT’s vision aligns with sustainable streets, promoting public transport, cycling, and reduced car dependency for a better Hobart future.
What do you carry on your bike?
What Can You Carry on Your Bike? When you think of a bike, you might picture a simple ride for one person, but today’s bikes are far more versatile than that. From groceries to children, surfboards to furry friends, modern bikes can carry it all! Whether you’re looking
The Importance of Bike and Scooter Parking
Creating Safer, More Accessible Streets As cities around the world embrace sustainable transport solutions, the demand for bike and scooter parking is growing rapidly. In Hobart, where active transport is becoming a key focus, providing dedicated parking for bicycles and scooters is more important than ever. Proper parking infrastructure isn’
Community BBQ a Resounding Success!
Yesterday’s community BBQ was a celebration of community spirit, with an incredible turnout and glorious sunshine lighting up the day. Families, friends, and neighbours came together to enjoy great food, lively conversation, and a shared vision for a more vibrant Hobart. We were thrilled to welcome special guests, including:
Mercury: a good read.
We are absolutely thrilled to have been featured in The Mercury today! The article shines a spotlight on Streets People Love Hobart, our passionate community group advocating for safer, more inclusive, and sustainable streets in our city. The story highlights our support for the Hobart City Council’s proposal to
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Media Attention
Streets People Love Hobart Featured in The Mercury We’re thrilled to share that Rob Inglis, a reporter from The Mercury, recently reached out to interview us about Streets People Love Hobart! It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss our mission, our vision for Hobart’s streets, and the importance