Perceptions of safety is the biggest reason why people who
would like to ride a bike choose not to.
The Victorian Cycling Strategy 2018-28 found that 60 per
cent of Victorians are interested in cycling but are deterred by safety
concerns.
According to the City of Melbourne, installing separated
bike lanes on Albert Street in Melbourne led to a 64 per cent increase in
city-bound cycling traffic in the morning peak (7-10am).
It’s clear we need better bike connections to make it safer
and easier for people to ride to and from shops, services and workplaces in central
Geelong and other suburbs.