The NSW government has announced new rules relating to cycling. These new measures will come into effect in March 2016.

From 1st March 2016….

• Drivers who pass a bicycle rider must allow a distance of at least:
  • 1 metre when the speed limit is 60km/h or less;
  • 1.5 metres when the speed limit is more than 60km/h.
• All bicycle riders aged 18 and over must carry photo identification. (12 months ‘grace’ period).

• There will be increased fines for those who transgress these rules.

• Read more details about the new rules at the NSW govt’s Go Together site >>>
• Read Bicycle NSW’s reaction to the announcements >>>