2009 Media Releases
Sensational Cycling this NSW Bike Week
16 September 2009
Willoughby City Council is offering a host of sensational cycling workshops and activities to celebrate NSW Bike Week. The Roads and Traffic Authority’s NSW Bike Week, sponsored by the NSW Government, runs from 26 September to 4 October.
NSW Bike Week is a state-wide project aimed at raising the profile of cycling as a healthy, low-cost and environmentally friendly alternative to driving for short trips in the local community.
The following practical workshops aim to encourage more residents to cycle more often and will cover essential cycling skills that will give Willoughby residents the confidence to get out on their bikes more often.
“The City of Willoughby has an extensive network of bike tracks,” said Willoughby Mayor, Pat Reilly.
“The activities held as part of NSW Bike Week can help equip you with the skills to leave the car at home and take your bike instead,” he said.
Beginners Cycling Skills Workshop – Get Back on Your Bike
10am to 1pm, Saturday, 26 September
Bicentennial Reserve, Small Street, Willoughby
Free event
A beginner’s bike skills workshop to help refresh memories and educate new enthusiasts. This workshop is suitable for adults and children over 12 who have a minimal amount of cycling experience, or who haven’t ridden a bike for some time. Basic cycling skills are required. Residents will need to bring their own roadworthy bike and helmet.
Intermediate Cycling Skills Workshop – Commute by Bike
2pm to 5pm, Saturday, 26 September
Bicentennial Reserve, Small Street, Willoughby
Free event
An intermediate bike skills workshop aimed at residents who are already competent cyclists but want to gain confidence for riding in traffic. This workshop is suitable for adults and children over 12. Basic cycling skills are required. Residents will need to bring their own roadworthy bike and helmet.
Bicycle Maintenance Workshops
6pm to 9pm, Thursday 1 October and Thursday 8 October
Renegade Cycles, 43-45 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove
Cost: $45
Learn how to maintain your bike and make emergency repairs. No need to bring your bike, but it is recommended you leave your best clothes at home.
Explore Willoughby by Bicycle
10am, Sunday 4 October
Meet at Hallstrom Park playground, Small St, Willoughby
Free event
Explore Willoughby's bike paths and on-road bicycle routes in a free group ride led by Bike North. Choose between a five kilometre or 15 kilometre ride distance. Children under 18 welcome if accompanied by a cycling adult. Bring your own bike and helmet. Limited free bike hire is also available but please phone in advance to reserve a bike for the ride.
Info and Fun in Chatswood Mall
10am to 3pm, Tuesday 29 September
Chatswood Mall, Victoria Avenue, Chatswood
Free event
Cycling information will be available from Willoughby City Council’s information stall in Chatswood Mall. Drop in for a free cycling map, giveaways and other useful cycling information. Visitors can also get cooking with some fun cycling and make their own toast – pedal powered, with our electricity generating exercise bikes.
For more information or to reserve your place in any of the cycling workshops, phone Willoughby City Council on 9777 1000.
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