Cycling
Stay sun-smart when you ride or travel by public transport
Monday, 14 December 2009If you've been keeping up the effort on the ditch the car challenge we did earlier this year, I bet you've noticed the weather heating up for summer, and I hope you've been staying sun-smart.
I'm going to start riding a bike
Friday, 16 October 2009I have a little confession to make: I'm a little bit scared to ride a bike. I know it's good for the environment, and for my health. It looks like fun. Heaps of people I know are doing it already. But... I'm nervous about doing it myself.
New public transport trials
Saturday, 15 August 2009It's been a little while since we did the car-free once-a-week challenge, and the good news is that there's some new options if you're living in Melbourne or Adelaide.
Challenge review: leave the car at home
Friday, 26 June 2009Spending on public transport doesn't just help us tackle climate change, it also helps people in outer suburbs have better access to essential services, and is good for the economy too.
Car-free families
Monday, 13 April 2009Some families are completely car-free, relying instead on buses, trains, biking and walking. Could you do it?
What are the benefits of reducing car travel?
Monday, 6 April 2009Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a great reason to ditch your car for a day. But what other benefits are there for us?
What would make bike-riding easier for cyclists?
Sunday, 29 March 2009Cycling is an easy and fast way to get around, but could do with some more support to make it safer.
Get on your bike, once a week
Tuesday, 24 March 2009Cycling to work is another one of those doubly-good eco-friendly ideas. As well as helping the environment, you're also saving yourself a trip to the gym.
We're back with a new challenge! Leave your car at home and try an alternative
Tuesday, 24 March 2009We're back with a new challenge! This time it's ditching the car once a week. It's a great way to explore your alternatives - train, bus, bike, your own feet.
The revolution that rubs off on you
Tuesday, 9 December 2008When I started working with people who commuted on bikes in Sydney traffic, I thought they were slightly loopy. Admirably green and fit, but kind of suicidal at the same time.
