Investigate the full range of sustainable transport resources available on these webpages by clicking on the following links:

• Case Studies of successful council actions
• Links to useful websites
• Example Plans, Reports and Strategies

Please Note: You must login to the CCP website to access most of these tools.

• CCP Greenhouse Gas Application (GGA): An on-line tool that collates and converts data to generate detailed inventories and re-inventories of corporate and community greenhouse gas emissions.

• CCP Greenhouse Measures Toolkit: An excel toolkit that can enables Councils to quantify the greenhouse gas abatement and financial savings resulting from implemented actions and predict the savings that might be achieved through future actions.

• Active Transport Quantification Toolkit: This on-line tool enables Councils, and other users, to quantify the benefits of active transport.  It has been developed through a partnership between ICLEI Oceania and The Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth).  The tool is available free to everyone.   However, to report actions on behalf of your Council, you will require an allocated login.  To obtain a log-in or for further information, please contact the Sustainable Transport Manager.

• Gap Analysis Tool: A step-by-step tool that guides Councils through a comprehensive assessment of their baseline situation as regards sustainable transport policies, procedures, strategies and practice, and helps to identify associated gaps as they relate to their own operations and the wider community.  Can be used as a first step to developing a sustainable transport Action Plan.

• Self-Assessment Matrix: A shorter version of the gap analysis tool designed to assist councils conduct on-going assessments of their approach to sustainable transport planning and implementation, and identify priority areas for improvement.  Can be used in conjunction with the Action Plan Review and Re-strategise materials.

• Action Plan Template (Detailed): This document provides a recommended structure, suggested content and guidance notes for the development of an effective sustainable transport Action Plan.  Use in conjunction with the Gap Analysis Tool/Self-Assessment Matrix, goal setting process and Action Plan Checklist, as outlined in Taking Action.

• Action Plan Template (Brief): Suggested format for the content of a sustainable transport Action Plan.  This is designed to offer a less prescriptive approach whilst still providing guidance to councils as to how to develop an effective Plan.  Use in conjunction with the Gap Analysis Tool/Self-Assessment Matrix, goal setting process and Action Plan Checklist, as outlined in Taking Action.

• Review and Re-strategise Template Report (Detailed): This document provides a recommended structure, suggested content and guidance notes for the completion of a comprehensive progress report following a review and re-strategising of an existing Action Plan.  Use in conjunction with the Self-Assessment Matrix and Action Plan Checklist, as outlined in Step 5 of Taking Action.

• Review and Re-strategise Template Report (Brief):  Suggested format for the content of a review and re-strategise Progress Report.  This is designed to offer a less prescriptive approach whilst still providing guidance to councils as to recommended content for an effective report.  Use in conjunction with the Self-Assessment Matrix and Action Plan Checklist, as outlined in Step 5 of Taking Action.

• Action Plan/Progress Report Checklist: By completing this checklist, Council can be assured that the process of developing an Action Plan/Progress Report, is rigorous and that its content supports the on-going implementation of effective and strategic actions.  Use in conjunction with the Action Plan and Review/Re-strategise materials in Taking Action

• The Cycling Resource Centre: Maintained by the Australian Bicycle Council, this tool provides links to relevant cycling information on Australian state and territory government agency websites, national and international news articles and research. It offers a wealth of information and links on how to plan, design, source funding, build, manage and find cycling routes throughout Australia and New Zealand.

• How to set up a Successful Bikefleet: A TravelSmart Bikefleet Toolkit designed to assist organisations and individuals establish a successful bikefleet. The toolkit includes:

• A definition of bike fleets and why you should consider them
• How to make a case for a bike fleet
• How to set up, manage and promote a fleet
• How to evaluate the success of your bike fleet
• Additional resources that may be useful.

• bikes4work, and initiative of the Bicycle Federation of Australia, is an advisory service that can assist councils to set up a workplace bikefleet.  They offer expertise across a range of areas including travel surveys, choosing the right bikes, maintenance, risk assessment and management, providing appropriate facilities and many others.

• The Heart Foundation's Community Walking Groups: One way for local governments to encourage their communities to use their cars less is to provide better infrastructure and opportunities to engage in walking activities.  The Heart Foundation's Walking Groups are led by local volunteer Walk Organisers and there is a regional coordinator who acts as the main contact point for the region. The Heart Foundation also provides support and resources to establish and maintain the walking groups.

• Active Transport for Childcare Centres [PDF, 3.1 MB]:  This report contains case studies from Marrickville, Waverley and Sutherland Shire Councils, as well as lessons from relevant literature and previous projects, findings from a parent survey conducted during the project, and tips for things councils can do to plan for, encourage and increase active transport to childcare centres.

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