It was our great pleasure to attend the launch of another Cycling Without Age Trishaw. In spite of COVID-19 challenges Cycling Without Age is expanding. The Hon. Matt Thistlethwaite MP, Federal Member for Kingsford Smith, helped BIKEast secure the $17,000 necessary to purchase another trishaw to expand the program. BIKEast is an affiliate chapter of…
For bicycle tourism to work well, riders need to be able to reach destinations with their bike. A new independent campaign called Bikes on NSW TrainLink is calling for your support. We encourage contacting your MP by letter, email or social media message and ask them to support roll-on roll-off bike storage on trains. You…
CAMWEST Bicycle User Group is inviting you to sample their self-guided rides on the Ride With GPS (RWGPS) platform. A selection of great Western Sydney cycling paths on the CAMWEST Self-Guided Rides. Photos by Rob Kemp. As we return to riding, it’s great to explore new areas and routes. However, it can be challenging to…
Once again the COVID-19 measures have changed. New areas subject to ‘stay at home’ orders The Byron, Tweed and Kempsey Local Government Areas (LGAs) will enter a 7 day lockdown, beginning at 5pm. Friends bubble for children Today has also brought good news for many families with children, with the announcement of a ‘friends bubble’. …
The COVID-19 pandemic may have disrupted rides, but Cycling Without Age continues to provide inclusive opportunities. Bicycle NSW has been pleased to report on the successful expansion of the Cycling Without Age program, where volunteers pedal trishaws carrying people who are not able to cycle independently. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant that for parts of…
The Central West region of NSW offers a unique range of attractions from historic villages to wineries, fine food outlets, indigenous culture, and impressive natural features such as Mount Canobolas. Now, the Orange Bicycle User Group has created a prospectus to highlight these attractions and boost tourism for the local region by creating cycling and…
Riding in a group is an exciting experience and can lead to some amazing adventures! St George BUG has come up with some helpful hints to ensure everyone remains safe and has a fun time. Equipment Your bicycle should be in good working order, with tyres pumped and chain oiled. Do not ride if your…
St George Bicycle User Group is a community group that promotes cycling in the Hurstville, Kogarah and Rockdale areas. Recently, not only have they been enjoying each other’s company on rides, they’ve been visiting some amazing places. The knowledgeable St George BUG group after tour of ANSTO before COVID-19 Restrictions. Riding With St George BUG…
A brand new mountain bike network might be on the way for Lithgow, if their draft strategy is approved. Lithgow City Council has its sights on developing the network as a way to economic benefits of tourism within the region. About Hassans Walls The strategy puts the 780-hectare Hassans Walls Reserve as the centre location…
As with most BUGs, Kiama went with the flow in terms of COVID-19 restrictions last year. Regular rides were suspended for a time and resumed again under protocols recommended by Bicycle NSW. An early casualty to the program last year was an inter-regional trip planned for Dubbo. However, Kiama BUG (KBUG) managed to have a…