Cycling in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia takes place for recreation, commuting and as a sport. Sydney has a hilly topography, is heavily dependent on motor vehicles where traffic and public transport operate at capacity. In its favour, Sydney has a generally mild climate and there are active cycling groups. There is more investment at the local government level to increase the percentage of trips completed by bicycle.
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