Hear how we can gear up for the election and stories from volunteers and learning from afar
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Dear Better Street supporter
With the 2025 Federal Election fast approaching, now is the time to demand safer, more accessible streets. We’ve launched an easy-to-use email tool that helps you contact all the candidates in your local electorate with just a few clicks.
👉 Use the tool now – it only takes a minute!
(We’ve even drafted a message for you – just personalise it with local details.)
Why it matters
Right now, the Australian Government spends only $0.90 per person on walking, wheeling, and cycling infrastructure – compared to $714 per person on roads. We're calling for a modest increase to $15 per person, which would make our streets safer and more inclusive for everyone.
Make your voice heard
This election, we’re campaigning across every electorate to secure real investment in active transport. Your voice can help push this issue to the top of the agenda.
Spread the word
Share the tool with friends, neighbours, and your community. The more people who speak up, the stronger the message to candidates: Australia needs better streets.
National updates
📖 The 2025–26 Federal Budget: A Missed Opportunity for Active Transport Investment
While roads receive billions, walking and cycling get just $100 million. We'll continue to push for better funding. Read more link.
🏫 Meet Lei & His Girls: Pedalling Change, One Ride to School at a Time
Lei loves riding with his daughters to school, sharing the joy and freedom of cycling. As Ermington Public School’s P&C President, he’s grown Ride2School participation over the years and is pushing for safer streets to school — so more families can enjoy the ride every day. Read more about his journey [link].
New South Wales
🚸 A Generational Opportunity for Safer Streets
Back in 1993, Australia was buzzing with excitement—Sydney had just been announced as the host of the 2000 Olympics, and dreams of gold medals and Cathy Freeman’s victory lap were on the horizon. But while we were celebrating, another major event quietly took place—the NSW Roads Act 1993 was gazetted.
Fast forward 32 years, and much has changed. Our cities have grown, transport has evolved, and we now recognise that streets aren’t just for cars—they’re vital public spaces that shape our mobility, health, and environment. That’s why Transport for NSW has launched a review of the Roads Act, an opportunity we can’t afford to miss!
This is our chance to push for safer, more people-friendly streets—streets where walking, cycling, and public transport are prioritized alongside cars. Better Streets has made a submission to ensure the new Act reflects these priorities. Read more: link.
"Is this aligned to our vision?" Roxy, CEO of Camcycle asks herself all the time
When Better Streets and BNSW hosted Roxy, CEO of Camcycle, it wasn’t just an update from abroad—it was a download of some of the most successful grassroots strategies from the UK’s most effective cycling advocacy charity.
Make an Impact—Volunteer with Us! 💪🤝
🚲 Meet Jemima Cummins
A graduate transport planner at Arup, Jemima is passionate about creating more liveable, inclusive cities. When she’s not thinking about urban futures, you’ll find her cycling to her favourite bakery or exploring nature on two wheels.
🚦 Meet Will Symons
Will is a graduate transport planner at Stantec who’s experienced the best of cycling infrastructure in Sweden, the Netherlands, and Finland. He believes Australian cities can—and should—aim just as high.
We are looking for more volunteers to help us in this important campaign! If you are passionate about making a difference and can commit to volunteering your time (ideally 3 hours/week), please submit your interest to Sam Johnson, Vice President of Better Streets, sjohnson@betterstreets.org.au.
Thank you for your unwavering support as we continue to create better streets for all!
