From July to August 2024, 571 people dropped a pin and left comments on the interactive map and told us where walking and bike riding conditions could be improved in Banyule. On the map we provided markers that identified proposed future works based on what you had already told us.

Take a look below at some of the things we heard, or do a deeper dive by reading the full findings report.

What we heard

• The community values walking and cycling to local destinations like shops, schools, parks, and public transport.
• Safe crossings, footpaths, bike lanes, and traffic conditions strongly influence transport and recreation choices.
• Additional concerns include:
  • Rat running near schools
  • Challenging topography
  • Missing or poor wayfinding signage
  • Unsafe behaviour by others.
• These factors contribute to a sense of vulnerability and impact daily decisions around active transport and recreation.

What’s next?

Feedback from this consultation will help Council advocate to the State Government on major projects like NELP, guide future capital works priorities, and inform the development of the new Banyule Transport Strategy.

We asked you to identify where walking and bike riding conditions could be improved in Banyule. We provided a map of proposed future works based on what you already told us. We received over 500 new comments!

Your feedback will help inform future works and plans related to our transport network.

Take a look at the walking and bike riding map below and view comments made.

Where immediate safety concerns have been identified, we have sought investigation from the respective Council area.

Please note: Red markers displayed on the map identify community feedback on bike riding and walking.

The community have already told us, during previous consultation (including Bike Spot 2020 and 2023 data), how we can improve walking and bike riding in Banyule. All of these things have helped to develop the following plans, policies and strategies:

• Banyule Walking Strategy 2017
• Banyule Bicycle Strategy and Action Plan 2022
• Hurstbridge Rail Corridor Feasibility Study 2022
• Safe Access Audits – Neighbourhood Activity Centres 2019-2022

We've considered this feedback and it now forms the basis of many of the projects Council is undertaking in its Capital Works Program or is advocating for through its Transport Advocacy Program.

This consultation will strengthen our knowledge of the community’s needs and confirm work Council is currently undertaking.