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Nick T

@nicktyz.bsky.social
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Radicalised by an ebike; car-free family in Melbourne. Trying to change the world one council survey at a time

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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Will there be replacement trains??
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/road-safety-... disappointed that the intersection of the Capital City Trail and Poplar Rd is not marked to be fixed as part of this project. Still time for feedback! It's one of two places where bikes are forced into the road on the CCT
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Review and prioritise the possible road and pedestrian safety treatments | Improving road safety and walkability in Parkville Gardens
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Hey! Me and my son are Angry Cyclists! I do my best to not get angry on the streets anymore, but angry at the polls and in submissions is necessary. Side note: Ismo was very happy when the photographer asked him to use a serious face, he already does the same thing in school photos...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Well at least they're being honest, unlike all the "bike and door opening" lanes everywhere else
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
We're expecting some very high tides again today, which means the Moonee Ponds trail might be flooded this afternoon @bikewest.org @merri-bekbug.bsky.social
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
It started off just bikey but has expanded to transport and urban stuff in Melbourne
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
I made a list called Bike Melbourne bsky.app/profile/did:... which is what i mostly scroll to get my good local info without too much US. Happy for recs for more users too
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
On the train towards Werribee, an announcement about replacement buses comes over the speaker 😐 youtu.be/VdwYdMF4nMs?...
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Melbourne's Replacement Bus Problem..!
YouTube video by Taitset
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
You thinking what I'm thinking? Carbon tax 2.0? Yes please! I'm still pissed the Libs killed that...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
I'd love a highpoint - Maribyrnong rd - Brunswick rd - Westgarth st. And then Moreland rd - Normandy Ave. Guess we'll have to be content with that bit of the 58 on Dawson rd in the meantime
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
On a work trip to Shepparton and rather than hire a car, we took the train. Such a civilized way to travel!
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
New bike lane on Williams/Franklin Street, very nice! Slowly filling in the gaps...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
The new bike bridge over Footscray road is open, i love it! It's a pity about the price tag of the $10B freeway, but you've got to take what you can get
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yarrabike @yarrabike.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
New #3CR podcast: Anna Johnston talks about Collins Street Bike Lanes & Streets People Love Hobart. Local news includes Yarra council meeting on 8 April to decide Elizabeth & Coppin St protected lanes + more www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
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Anna Johnston talks about Collins Street Bike Lanes & Streets People Love Hobart
On this week program, Chris talks to Anna Johnston with a follow up interview about Collins Street protected bike lanes in nipaluna Hobart, the recent public meeting, intense debates over moderate cha...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
🚲MAJOR DISRUPTION🚲 Capital City/Upfield Trail near Royal Park - closures from now until 17th April @merri-bekbug.bsky.social i found out after calling @cityofmelbourne.bsky.social but there's no info online, I'm not sure of the extent or safe detours
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Welcome to the War on Cars, Trump!
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
On a side note, when will Royal Parade get the St Kilda road bike lane treatment? Anyone pushing for that? It would benefit so many people #melbourne #bike
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Balloon suspiciously hiding in the trees over Royal Parade
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Cool Bike Art @coolbikeart1.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Billie Samuel was the first woman to cycle from Melbourne to Sydney, Australia. On her return journey, she broke the women's world record for the fastest ride from Sydney to Melbourne. Happy #BicycleBirthday, Billie! March 24 (1907-1995)
Photo of a woman wearing a helmet at the start of a bicycle journey. She's on the bike, surrounded by people. She has a stuffed toy koala mounted on her handlebars.
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
From last month (but i missed it), an interesting and important discussion #Melbourne www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
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What women want. Young women and the bicycle. Part 2
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Dr Lauren Pearson, Research Fellow & Equity Lead, Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research at Monash University. Lauren joined us on an earlier program to dis...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
@thewaroncars.bsky.social spotted in #melbourne Australia
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Brunswick Junior Clinic on a perfect autumn morning, bliss!
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Ride2School and instrumental music day, yessss
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Wow, an amazing Ride2School day this morning! Big thanks to Bicycle Network and the Yarra council. The kids and parents were really excited. I'm doing a 'hands up' count this arvo, expecting high numbers of riders. Once we know how many kids are *able* to ride, we can aim for that amount every day
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
It does make it tricky to advocate and build infrastructure for a population that perhaps don't know how useful it could be...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
I was recently in a group of about 10 people waiting to cross Sydney road at cnr Union st. No one had pressed the button so the lights cycled without a pedestrian green. Ridiculous!
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Streets Alive Yarra @streetsaliveyarra.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Join in on Ride to School Day 2025, this Friday! youtu.be/JLyokeRe81k
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National Ride to School day 2025
YouTube video by Better Streets Australia
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
Excited about Ride2School day this Friday 🚲🚲🚲! Lots of events at my kid's school, in collab with Bicycle Network. Hoping plenty of students and parents are inspired to ride/walk and realise how good it is!
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Am I right that the Capital City Trail is forced on to the road in just two places; Parkville (under consultation) and Abbotsford? Someone should fix that...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Consultation open for Parkville gardens, a key link between Brunswick and northern suburbs and the Moonee ponds trail participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/road-safety-...
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Have your say
The first phase of the Parkville Gardens pedestrian and road safety study is now open.
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
and as we rode away, past car-jammed streets and crowded footpaths, i was reminded of the saying (was it Tom Flood?) "bikes deliver the freedom that car advertising promises"
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Shout-out to Bicycle Network for the excellent bike parking at the Melbourne GP!
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
🧘‍♂️ youtu.be/pZ6V8pH4HPY?...
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Thursday Afternoon (2005 Digital Remaster)
YouTube video by Brian Eno - Topic
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Sydney road Street party setup and takeover. No through traffic, no parking, going to be a disaster for local businesses!
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Lauren Pearson @drlaurenpearson.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Cities globally have embraced 30 km/h speeds—yet in Victoria, Australia, they are not widespread. Our new study, published in Cities & Health, delves into the challenges and opportunities of implementation of 30 km/h speed zones. Lens article: lens.monash.edu/2025/02/17/1...
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The 30kmh revolution: Rethinking speed for safer, happier streets
Globally, 30kmh speed zones have been shown to enhance road safety and liveability, yet Australia lags behind, with policy implementation facing significant challenges.
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
Has anyone done analysis like this for Australian cities? youtu.be/7Nw6qyyrTeI?... to add to those things you've mentioned, there's the reduced public spending because roads etc are so bloody expensive
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Suburbia is Subsidized: Here's the Math [ST07]
YouTube video by Not Just Bikes
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Doclangers @walkandcycle.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Excited that I set the wheels in motion for this over a year ago and now it is actually happening next week.
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
Open Street map and cycleOSM is my go-to for route finding in any new area, but quickly checking a landmark/business/address location i still find Google maps easier. I assume I'm not alone there - which is why is like to see their bike way-finding improved!
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
Riding to Preston market, up St Georges road. All bike paths should be this wide #melbourne #bike
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Looking at how to get from one side of Brunswick to another, car: 8 min, PT ~30 min ($10 pp return), bike 13 min - free, no parking, but there's no continuous safe, protected bike paths. Until the council and DoT prioritise non-car travel, those 2-5 km trips are going to be easier by car ☹️
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Faith Hunter @postcardsfromnorth.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
If you missed yesterdays @yarrabike.bsky.social Radio Show on 3CR the you can now listen in to the podcast.Dr Lauren Pearson joined us to discuss the Petal Project report and what is stoping young women in Melbourne from using their bicycles to get around. www.3cr.org.au/yarrabug/epi...
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What women want. Young women and the bicycle. Part1.
Val and Faith are joined in the studio by Dr Lauren Pearson, Research Fellow & Equity Lead, Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research at Monash University. We share our bike moments before taking a loo...
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
I bought a $50 bike for those times when you need to lock it somewhere for a few days (i.e hirecar place), but already really attached to it! A classic Malvern Star. Judging by the pressed metal chain rings it's likely lower-end but it still rides beautifully, and looks 😍. Gonna need a crappier bike
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Google map cycling directions do not use the Upfield bike path. Annoying for people who know where to go (and, say, want to check trip times), dangerous for inexperienced riders or those new to the area.
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
Wonder how that "Tree preservation project" in the first picture is going?
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Oh no, this is too true. I felt the same when i realised i enjoyed George Winston's Autumn. I mean, it's no Ólafur Arnolds Living Room Songs but... they'll be the same in my son's eyes
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
Starting the year with a 25km schlep home from a friend's NYE party. Not too hard with an ebike, I enjoyed it, got home feeling refreshed, but maybe a bit far to ride for most people as a form of mass transportation. Melbourne is quite big at times... #bikemelbourne
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
From the new Road Safety Action Plan: "Responding to keen interest from local governments and their communities, we’ll consider proposals for speed limit reductions in areas with significant interface between pedestrians and bicyclists and vehicles." 30km/h please! www.vic.gov.au/sites/defaul...
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JasonHurtsLots @lotshurts.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
This is why I'm a fan of rego being calculated on weight, width, length, engine kW, maximum speed, emissions, and finally, danger to pedestrians at 30kmh. A Kia Picanto should not cost the same as a BMW X9. Means test it, but only on personal use. Commercial vehicles have no deductions.
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Nick T @nicktyz.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
Ocky strap, essential equipment for train/ride trips (to Beaumaris for fossil hunting 🦖) #bikemelbourne
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