Why Paddington small businesses will get hurt

Oxford Street’s small businesses are the heart of Paddington, cafés, boutiques, and services that depend on quick, easy access for customers and deliveries. Under the current cycleway plan, the loss of street parking and loading zones will make it far harder for these businesses to operate. Delivery drivers, tradespeople, and customers will struggle to find nearby spaces, leading to delays, lost sales, and added congestion as vehicles circle side streets. The cycleway risks undermining the very local economy that keeps our community vibrant.