We aim to achieve a safe and efficient road network as part of an integrated transport system for all road users. This includes pedestrians, cyclists and people with disabilities.
We contribute to the development of the State's network of shared paths and we maintain Principal Shared Paths (PSPs), which can also link with shared paths that are the responsibility of various local governments.
Additionally, we work with other WA agencies like the Department of Transport, to promote the environmental, health and economic benefits of walking and cycling.
Cycling
- Where to ride, road rules and cycling safely:
- Our news about path detours closures and maintenance.
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To find out more about cycling in Australia and the implementation of 'The Australian National Cycling Strategy 2005-2010' please visit the
Australian Bicycle Council website (www.austroads.com.au/abc/).
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As part of the implementation of the National Cycling Strategy, the
Cycling Resource Centre (www.CyclingResourceCentre.org.au) has been establishment. This provides a web-based repository for data, information and best practice relating to cycling planning, policy, programs and projects.
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Bikewest The Department of Planning also provide a number of cycling resources and updates including:
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- Maps and guides (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/1518.asp), cycling brochures (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/1519.asp) and many useful cycling fact sheets (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/14649.asp).
- Perth Bicycle Network (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/1522.asp) - is an extensive plan that details a comprehensive network of cycling routes for the Perth metropolitan region, including local bicycle routes, principal shared paths and recreational shared paths.
- Perth Bike Maps (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/14679.asp) which display the Perth Bicycle Network (more than 700 km of cycling routes), roads with bike lanes/sealed shoulders, paths (shared by cyclists and pedestrians) and good/medium/poor cycling roads.
- Riding your bike in traffic (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/14942.asp), Road rules applying only to cyclists (www.transport.wa.gov.au/cycling/1974.asp) plus cycling and the law (www.transport.wa.gov.au/mediaFiles/cycling_cycling_and_the_law.pdf).
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Guildford Road Bridge Footpath Closure - July 2011 to Early 2012
| The footpath on the northern side of the Guildford Road Bridge over the Swan River (City of Swan) is currently closed to facilitate Water Corporation’s sewer main works on the bridge (until mid November) followed by Main Roads’ remedial works which will be taking place over the next 6 months.
Pedestrian and cyclist traffic is being detoured via the shared path under each bridge abutment to the southern side footpath during this period. Water Corporation’s staging of works will require short-term re-opening of the North footpath while a bypass line is installed on the South footpath, with appropriate warnings and pedestrian management in place. It is anticipated that the footpath will reopen in early 2012. |
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Walking safely, crossing roads, using pedestrian signals and walks for fun and exercise:
Motorised Wheelchair Guides
Disability Access and Inclusion Plan
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