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National Cycling Strategy 2011-2016: Gearing up for Active and Sustainable Communities (Australia)

The National Cycling Strategy, released in 2010, aims to double the number of people cycling in Australia by 2016.

The Strategy’s goal is underpinned by six key priorities and objectives.

Priority 1: Cycling promotion
Promote cycling as both a viable and safe mode of transport and an enjoyable recreational activity

Priority 2: Infrastructure and facilities
Create a comprehensive and continuous network of safe and attractive routes to cycle and end-of-trip facilities

Priority 3: Integrated planning
Consider and address cycling needs in all relevant transport and land use planning activities

Priority 4: Safety
Enable people to cycle safely

Priority 5: Monitoring and evaluation
Improve monitoring and evaluation of cycling programs and develop a national decision-making process for investment in cycling

Priority 6: Guidance and best practice
Support the development of nationally consistent guidance for stakeholders to use and share best practice across jurisdictions

 

National Cycling Strategy 2011-16 | 2.8MB PDF