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Glossary and reference material

Glossary

Active transport (AT) The mix of walking and cycling, integrated with public transport, used as a mode of travel for
commuting, recreation or utility purposes, instead of private motorised vehicles and taxis. Active
transport promotes individual and community health and wellbeing. Can also include skating and
scootering.
Bicycle/bike A vehicle with two or more wheels that is built to be propelled by human power through a belt,
chain or gears.
Bicycle awareness zone A bicycle facility which is on the road carriageway and defined using a yellow bicycle symbol to
(BAZ) indicate bicycle riders may be in the area but does not provide exclusive space for bicycle riders.
Bicycle lane An exclusive space for cyclists on the road carriageway, defined by white lines on either side, a
white painted bicycle symbol and regulatory signage.
Council Noosa Council.
Cycle street Cycle streets (also called Safe Active Streets or Bicycle Boulevards in other jurisdictions) are local
access roads that form part of the principal cycle network. Cycle streets can also be considered
as bicycle paths with limited vehicle access. Cycle Streets are designed as a mixed traffic
environment and encourage bicycle riders to use the centre of the road. When approaching or
opposing motor vehicles, drivers must use the rough textured edges of the carriageway.
Cyclist/bicycle/bike rider A person who is riding a bicycle.

Cycleway A bicycle facility such as a shared path, bicycle only path or separated cycle track.
End-of-trip facilities Facilities located at the end of a journey that can encourage people to cycle or walk such as
showers, lockers and toilets, as well as short or longer-term secure bicycle parking.
E-wheeling or e-mobility Emerging active transport device where the "e" stands for electric. The most popular forms are
electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) but can also include e-skateboards,
electric pedal assisted bikes (pedelecs) and seated e-scooters.

Footpath A path which is off-road, generally in the road verge, which is provided for pedestrians. Note that
in Queensland, bicycle riders are permitted to use the footpath.
HPR Highest Priority Route.

LGA Local Government Area.
Micro-mobility Another term used to describe e-wheeling or e-mobility. Typically small, lightweight electric
powered vehicles operating at speeds typically below 25km/h.
Mid-trip facilities Facilities that support users whilst undertaking their journey such as drinking fountains, rest spots,
seating, shade, shelter and lighting.
NCWSIP Noosa Cycling and Walking Strategy and Implementation Plan.
Off-road bicycle facility A bicycle facility is said to be off-road when it is located in the verge (ie road related area parallel
to the road carriageway); through parks or reserves; or within a public transport corridor or other
public or private land not open to motor vehicle traffic.
On-road bicycle facility A bicycle facility is said to be on-road when it forms part of the road carriageway such as a bicycle
lane or a shoulder shared with parked vehicles.
Pedestrian Any person walking including a person: driving a motorised wheelchair, a non-motorised
wheelchair, a wheeled recreational device or wheeled toy.

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