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…
People often ask us questions about how to get more bike infrastructure in their area. Unfortunately, it’s not a straightforward answer. Providing Feedback When Asked One of the most important things you can do is support any plans by the council or government to build infrastructure in your area. They regularly call for community feedback on…
After a catastrophic summer of fire, and now floods, many communities are struggling to survive and rebuild. Our affiliated Bicycle User Group on the South Coast, EuroBUG, has been hit hard by the fires, but is now encouraging people to return to the area. “State Forests and National Parks are closed. Many roads still have…
As the year came to a close, many of us were busy trying to get everything wrapped up to start the new year fresh. Yet, Bike Leichhardt made sure to also enjoy a festive bike ride to celebrate a fantastic 2019. Christmas with Bike Leichhardt involved an slow-paced 27km ride, starting at Epping Station and…
Over the past 19 years members and friends of St George BUG have been enjoying rides across NSW. “Starting from a small group gathering once a month to cycle in the St George area, we have grown to an incorporated club affiliated with Bicycle NSW, with voluntary committee members and ride leaders, cycling twice a…
Recently the Western Sydney Cycle Network were planning their annual weekend away. Canberra had been their destination of choice for 4 years and they wanted a change. In March, 25 Members along with their partners headed to Norah Head on the NSW Central Coast, specifically to access both Lake Munmorah and Lake Budgewoi. They pull…