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Sydney Bridge Bike Ramp Opens: Calls for Southern Link
6 Jan
Summary
- A new $39 million cycle ramp opened on Sydney Harbour Bridge's north.
- Calls are mounting for a southern ramp due to safety concerns.
- Cyclist numbers are predicted to double after the new ramp's opening.
A significant $39 million cycle ramp has been inaugurated at the northern extremity of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Transport for NSW anticipates a doubling of daily cyclists crossing the iconic structure, which currently sees an average of 1,221 riders per day. The opening of this new 170-meter ramp is a key development for cycling infrastructure in the city.
However, the new facility has prompted immediate calls for further investment. Sydney lord mayor Clover Moore and North Sydney Council mayor Zoe Baker are urging the NSW government to complete the project by building a complementary ramp on the southern side. They highlight safety concerns stemming from a narrow choke-point that forces cyclists, vehicles, and pedestrians into a shared path.
These safety concerns are particularly pressing for parents of children attending Fort Street Public School, where the student population has recently doubled. The current convergence of mixed traffic in Millers Point poses a significant risk. The mayors also stressed the need to finish other 'missing links' in the city's cycleway network, such as those on West Street.
