University of Melbourne bicycle regulations

General

The University of Melbourne encourages staff and students who ride bicycles on campus to do so in a responsible manner. Due to the large number of physically impaired people who attend the University it is crucial that bicycles are not parked in any area that may impede access or thoroughfare to any path or building. A variety of stands and storage racks are located around the campus and these are the only locations where bicycles may legally park.

Removal of Bicycles

Bicycles found parked in any area not designated as an authorised bicycle parking rack may be removed by the Security and Traffic Section without consultation or warning.

Note: The University of Melbourne does not accept responsibility for any damage incurred to any Bicycle or locking device during the removal process

Bicycles may be removed and stored at the Security and Traffic Section if parked in the following areas;

• On or against access ramps including the outside of access ramp railings
• On or near a Blue Emergency Phone
• Within two metres of a building entrance or exit
• On any stairway ( inside or outside)
• Inside buildings

Bicycles may also be impounded if found parked in any area on campus not designated or posted for bicycle parking including, but not restricted to, the following areas:

• Attached to or beside any tree, shrub, sign post, lamp post, telephone post or any other object that is not designed or intended for bicycle parking
• On any lawn or landscaped area
• In any office

Any bicycle that is parked so as to create a safety hazard, or to impede traffic is subject to impoundment. Bicycles that are impounded will be tagged and stored in a compound administered by Security and Traffic Section and will only be released on satisfactory proof of ownership.

Any impounded bicycle not claimed within 14 days will be issued to the Carlton Police Station for processing and storage.

Please LOCK your bicycle before leaving it unattended on campus. It is recommended that a strong lock such as a D Lock be used as this type of lock appears to provide the best security.
The cable or chain locking devices have been cut and easily removed in recent cases of theft of bicycles.

The following suggestions, although not meant to cover all available techniques, may assist you to reduce the risk of your bicycle being stolen:

• Use the bicycle racks or hoops provided at various locations around campus.
• Select a location nearest to your place of study or work and be satisfied that the location offers sufficient security by reason of it's close proximity to a heavy pedestrian traffic area and is in an area providing open and natural surveillance.
• Consider partly dismantling your bicycle ( eg. removing the front wheel) so that you can secure all parts together, which may offer increased security.
• Avoid leaving bicycle accessories on an unattended bicycle ( eg. helmet, bicycle pump, portable light fittings, bicycle clips, drink bottles) as they may increase the interest of a would be thief.
• Report all suspicious activity in the vicinity of bicycle parking areas to Security