Cycling
Waverley is committed to making cycling a safe, convenient and attractive way to travel. Riding a bike supports healthier lifestyles, reduces traffic congestion and lowers environmental impacts – helping create a more vibrant, inclusive and sustainable community.
Cycle strategy
Waverley’s Bike Strategy and Action Plan 2025 sets out an updated vision for a neighbourhood where bike riding is a preferred mode of local travel.
The strategy builds on Waverley’s People, Movement and Places transport vision, which prioritises walking, cycling and public transport. Encouraging active transport reduces traffic and emissions, while improving safety and amenity for everyone – including those who rely on vehicles.
Council’s approach aligns with the NSW Government’s Active Transport Strategy, which aims to make walking and bike riding the preferred way to travel short distances and a viable, safe and efficient option for longer trips.
Popular Waverley cycleways
Waverley has a growing network of cycleways and shared paths, including:
- Bondi Junction Cycleway – connects Bondi Road at Oxford Street through the Bondi Junction CBD to Centennial Park.
- Old South Head Road shared path – between Bondi Road and Victoria Road.
- Queens Park Cycleway – runs alongside Darley Road, connecting Centennial Park and Carrington Road.
- Curlewis Street Cycleway – currently under construction, connecting Campbell Parade at Bondi Beach to Old South Head Road. Find out more about this project on Have Your Say.
View usage data for cycleways in Waverley and beyond on Transport for NSW’s website.
Riding safely
Bikes and e-bikes are considered vehicles under NSW road rules. With a few exceptions, the same rules that apply to drivers also apply to bike riders. For detailed information, visit Transport for NSW’s website.
Legal e-bikes require the rider to pedal (the motor assists rather than replaces pedalling). They provide assistance up to 25km/h, at which point the motor cuts out. Transport authorities recommend ensuring that your bike meets European Standard EN 15194, which is compliant now and into the future.
From 1 February 2026, e-micromobility devices and their lithium-ion batteries must be tested, certified and marked prior to sale in NSW, in addition to compliance with the Product Standards. If purchasing an e-bike after this date, ensure it is certified. Learn more.
Shared bikes are legal e-bikes and while the same rules generally apply, there are also operator requirements. New state legislation will further regulate shared bike schemes. To learn more, visit Bike share.
For detailed information and advice about road rules and riding safety, visit Transport for NSW’s website and NSW Government’s website. |
The videos below provide a quick refresher on the road rules when travelling on or near a cycleway.
Bike parking
Council has installed bike racks at many locations across Waverley.
Request bike parking
You can request a new bike rack on public land. To do this, email traffic@waverley.nsw.gov.au and include:
- Your name and contact details
- The suggested location
- Who would use the parking (e.g. residents, students, commuters, visitors)
- Photos of the location
Council will assess requests against installation criteria. Note: bicycle parking cannot be installed on private property.
Shared bike shed
Council manages a shared bike shed on Grafton Street, opposite the Bondi Junction Interchange. To access it, you must have a physical Opal card, which must be registered and linked.
Bike lockers
Transport for NSW maintains 12 bike lockers at Bondi Junction Station, in the car park under Syd Einfeld Drive. Lockers are in high demand and may have a waiting list.
Find an available locker here.
Cycling and maintenance courses
If you’re new to riding or want to build confidence:
- The City of Sydney runs a range of cycling and maintenance courses. Find out more and book.
- Waverley Council runs bike maintenance workshops. Look for upcoming dates on Second Nature’s website.
Frequently asked questions
In Waverley you can legally ride a bike or e-bike on any road, on a shared path, or on a bike path such as the Bondi Junction Cycleway.
Children under 16, and adults supervising them, may ride on the footpath unless signposted otherwise.
Legal e-bikes reduce assisted power after 6km/h and cut assistance completely at 25km/h. Riders may still travel faster through pedalling or downhill momentum.
Standard road speed limits apply at all times, including in shared zones. Learn more about Sharing the road on Transport for NSW’s website.
There are no age restrictions for riding a bike or legal e-bike. Children under 16 may ride on footpaths, as may adults accompanying them.
Share bike operators may apply their own minimum age requirements.
Yes. Helmets are mandatory when riding a bike, e-bike or share bike. Fines apply for non-compliance. Learn more about Road rules for bicycle riders on Transport for NSW’s website.
Helmets must meet the Australian and New Zealand Standard (AS/NZS 2063:2020) and display required safety markings.
Fat e-bikes have oversized tyres and an electric motor. They are designed for rough terrain but may be used like standard e-bikes if they meet NSW legal requirements.
Petrol-powered bikes are illegal on NSW roads. Find out more.
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