Building and connecting infrastructure to grow participation actions from 2020-2022
Action area: Building connected networks for cycling
1.1 Publish principal cycle network maps for local governments in north-west Queensland to guide delivery of the transport network.
Read Action 1.1 summary - Principal Cycle Network expanded to north-west Queensland
1.2 Update Principal Cycle Network Plans to respond to changing demand, land use and emerging opportunities.
1.3 Update Priority Route Maps to reflect current delivery priorities for each Principal Cycle Network Plan.
Read Action 1.3 summary - Prioritising delivery of the Principal Cycle Network
1.4 Develop an interactive map to support stakeholder engagement during updates to Principal Cycle Network Plans.
Read Action 1.4 summary - Cycle network planning updates go digital
1.5 Allocate $47 million between 2019–20 and 2020–21 through the Active Transport Investment Program for delivery of the highest priority routes on the local government-controlled portions of the principal cycle network by providing grants for:
- design and construction of cycling and supporting infrastructure
- targeted promotion to boost cycling participation
- planning to develop a pipeline of high priority projects
Read Action 1.5 summary - Grant funding supports more than 100 cycling infrastructure projects
1.6 Allocate $60.8 million between 2019–20 and 2020–21 through the Active Transport Investment Program for delivery of the highest priority routes on the state-controlled portions of the principal cycle network, including projects for:
- design and construction of cycling and supporting infrastructure
- planning to develop a pipeline of high priority projects.
Read Action 1.6 summary - Over $60 million invested in active transport infrastructure
1.7 Allocate $4.22 million between 2019–20 and 2020–21 through the Active Transport Investment Program to rehabilitate and improve existing TMR off-road cycleways and publish technical guidance on cycleway maintenance for general use by road authorities and their contractors
Read Action 1.7 summary - Investment helps rehabilitate and improve active transport infrastructure
1.8 Develop and publish an interactive map of cycling infrastructure projects and initiatives funded by the Active Transport Investment Program.
Read Action 1.8 summary - Active transport projects mapped online
1.9 Analyse the principal cycle network to identify the need for new bridges to support connected and continuous cycle networks and to inform future investment.
Read Action 1.9 summary - Bridging the gaps in cycle networks
1.10 Develop and publish case studies of stakeholder consultation undertaken for projects funded by the Active Transport Investment Program.
Read Action 1.10 summary - Showcasing effective active transport community engagement
1.11 Implement the Selection and design of cycle tracks guideline, in the planning, detailed design and delivery of Priority Development Areas such as:
- Caloundra south
- Greater Flagstone
- Northshore Hamilton
- Bowen Hills
- Ripley.
Read Action 1.11 summary - Active transport infrastructure rolled out in Priority Development Areas
1.12 Meet regularly with local governments in South East Queensland to inform future investment in cycling infrastructure and to support working across boundaries.
Read Action 1.12 summary - Creating connections to strengthen cycling outcomes
Action area: Physically separating cycleways
1.13 Deliver training resources and courses in a variety of formats to improve capability in planning, design and operation of cycling infrastructure.
1.14 Improve access to and promote technical guidance to improve capability in planning and designing cycling infrastructure.
Read Action 1.14 summary - Better access to cycling infrastructure technical guidance
1.15 Publish new technical guidance, including for grade separated crossings of major roads and treatments to improve safety at driveways for bicycle riders and pedestrians.
Read Action 1.15 summary - New technical guidance to improve bike rider safety
1.16 Develop and publish a best practice guideline to support an exceptional bicycle riding and walking experience in TMR-led transit-oriented developments.
Read Action 1.16 summary - New guidance to deliver better experiences for bike riders in transit-oriented developments1.17 Review bicycle parking requirements included in Planning for Safe Transport Infrastructure at Schools guideline to help ensure adequate facilities are provided at schools in Queensland.
1.18 Develop and publish case studies of projects delivered by the Queensland Government that demonstrate innovative, cost effective and fit-for-purpose delivery of cycling infrastructure.
Read Action 1.18 summary - Showcasing innovative, fit-for-purpose cycling infrastructure
Action area: Finding your way
1.19 Update focal point maps for the principal cycle network to support accurate and consistent signing of the network.
Read Action 1.19 summary - Improving signage across the active transport network
1.20 Explore opportunities with the private sector to improve smartphone-based wayfinding for Queensland's cycling and walking networks.
Read Action 1.20 summary - Embracing data and technology to improve wayfinding
Action area: Arriving at your destination
1.21 Develop a bicycle parking strategy in collaboration with key stakeholders to support the planning, delivery and management of appropriately designed bicycle parking across all public transport.
Read Action 1.21 summary - A strategic approach to improving bicycle parking at public transport
1.22 Provide improved bicycle access and parking in delivery of new or upgraded public transport infrastructure.
Read Action 1.22 summary - Better access and more parking for bikes at public transport
1.23 Deliver bicycle parking at stations on the Queensland Rail network to support people to ride a bike as part of their journey.
Read Action 1.23 summary - More bike parking at Queensland Rail stations
1.24 Deliver improved access to secure bicycle parking to help people easily transition from their bike to the Queensland Rail network.
Read Action 1.24 summary - Trial of new technologies to simplify access to secure bike parking
1.25 Develop a roadmap for integrating access to bicycle parking, including potential to incorporate into the Translink Smart Ticketing project.
Read Action 1.25 summary - Integrating access to bicycle parking at public transport
1.26 Plan and deliver bicycle access to, and where possible bicycle parking at, Cross River Rail stations.
Read Action 1.26 summary - Creating active transport connections at Cross River Rail stations
Action area: Integrating cycling in the transport network
1.27 Review and update the TMR Cycling Infrastructure Policy to ensure it continues to be implemented as intended.
Read Action 1.27 summary - Providing for bike riders through the Cycling Infrastructure Policy
1.28 Implement formal processes to monitor and report on implementation of the TMR Cycling Infrastructure Policy and provide training for staff.
Read Action 1.28 summary - Improved Cycling Infrastructure Policy monitoring and reporting
1.29 Promote incorporation of Principal Cycle Network Plans in regional and local land use and transport planning to ensure needs of bicycle riders are considered.
Read Action 1.29 summary - Incorporating bike rider needs in regional and local land use planning
- Last updated 25 August 2023