Bike Week 2014

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Bike week is the largest cycling festival in Queensland and has been held every year since the early 1990’s. It features over 20 free events, both on and off the bike, and aims to encourage people of all ages, sizes and cycling abilities to take up cycling.

Kicking off this Saturday 26th April, the week will be packed with all sorts of events including Ride to Work Day on Thursday 1st May, and ending with the BDO Brisbane Coot-tha Challenge on Sunday 4th May. Bike Week offers something for everyone, so make sure you have some fun and get involved! For more information visit: http://bikeweek.bq.org.au/ 

 

Source: http://bikeweek.bq.org.au/

New Cycling Laws for Queensland

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On Monday 7th April 2014, the Queensland Government introduced new rules in order to improve interactions between motorists and cyclists and to improve the safety of cyclists on the road.  The law now states that motorists must give cyclists a minimum of 1 metre wide when passing in a 60km/hr or less speed zone, and 1.5 metres where the speed limit is over 60km/hr. Motorists will be allowed to cross centre lines (including double unbroken centre lines), straddle lane-lines and drive on painted islands to pass cyclists, provided the driver has a clear view of any approaching traffic and it is safe to do so. Applying common sense and obeying the rules are the main things to remember. Always check your surroundings and the cars around you; if it is safe to do so, indicate and pass the cyclist at the minimum passing distance; if it is not, slow down and wait until it is safe to pass.

The rule applies to all types of vehicles including cars, motorbikes, heavy vehicles and public transport vehicles, and applies whenever a motorist is passing a cyclist who is travelling in the same direction. The minimum passing distance applies to motorists passing a cyclist, not cyclists passing motorists, and any motorists who breaks the rule will receive three demerit points and a fine of $330.

To encourage safer behaviour on the roads, cyclists who break the road rules will have to pay the same fines as motorists. Common offences include:

  • Failing to stop at a red traffic light – $330
  • Disobeying a ‘No U-turn’ sign at an intersection – $88
  • Failing to stop at a ‘Stop’ sign at an intersection – $330
  • Exceeding the speed limit by less than 13km/h – $146

Fines will also be increased for rules that are specific to cyclists. Common offences include:

  • Carrying more passengers than a bicycle is designed for – $110
  • Failing to give way to pedestrians on a footpath or shared path – $110
  • Failing to display a light at night or in hazardous weather conditions – $110

These new road rules will initially be trialled over two years.

If you would like more information, visit the Department of Transport and Main Roads website at http://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Safety/Queensland-road-rules/Changes-to-road-rules.aspx

 

Brisbane Cycling Launch Next Week!

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Come along to celebrate the launch of Council’s Cycling Brisbane membership program and enjoy cycling demonstrations, music and entertainment. Cycle 2 City will be amongst many other organisations getting involved in advocating active lifestyle. We will have workshop demonstrations and Q & A on bike maintenance running all day.

 

Cycling Brisbane is free to join and aims to encourage people of all ages and abilities get out on their bike to see Brisbane. Sign up to Cycling Brisbane on the day and go in the draw to win prizes. Your membership will also give you access to discounts, deals and more.

 

 

When: Wednesday 26 March 2014, 7am – 2pm

Where: King George Square, Brisbane CBD

What: The official launch of Council’s Cycling Brisbane membership program. In addition to having the opportunity to meet 12 time Tour de France competitor Robbie McEwen, the event will include cycling demonstrations, bike mechanic demonstrations, music, giveaways, and information and deals from supporting businesses.

If you sign up to Cycling Brisbane on the day, you will go in the draw to win prizes including a Reid Cycles bicycle and overnight accommodation at the Pullman Hotel Brisbane.

Cycling Brisbane aims to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get out on their bike to see Brisbane. It’s free to join and membership will give you the latest news and information about cycling in Brisbane.

We hope to see you there!

 
For more information on the Cycling Brisbane launch event, visit Council’s What’s On website <http://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/whats-on/featured/Events-in-Brisbane/index.htm?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D109464909> .

The Cycle of Giving

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The Cycle of Giving is an on-road cycle from the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane which raises money for the Prince Charles Hospital Foundation. The ride marks the beginning of Donate Life Week and will be held on Sunday 23rd February, 2014. There are three cycling distances available, allowing for both casual and experienced cyclists to participate. Choose to ride 25km from Redcliffe to Chermside, 65km from Caboolture to Chermside, or the big one – 100km from Landsborough to Chermside. Whatever distance you choose, you will be making a difference to the lives of many people. Sign up today at https://cycleofgiving.gofundraise.com.au/cms/home

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Proposed Cycling Law to be Trialed

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As early as April this year, a trial will be conducted whereby motorists will be forced to give cyclists at least one metre clearance when passing. This will mean that motorists must maintain a minimum distance of one metre when passing a cyclist in a 60kph or less zone, and 1.5 metres when travelling above 60kph. Safe passing distances are one of the biggest issues facing cyclists in Queensland, so this is a great step forward into improving safety for cyclists on Australian roads. If you would like to know more, read the full article at http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/cyclists-to-get-a-metre-clearance-within-months-20140129-31n68.html.

 

Source and Image: http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/cyclists-to-get-a-metre-clearance-within-months-20140129-31n68.html

Farewell Sarah!

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Yesterday we fare-welled the lovely Sarah from the C2C reception team as she begins her journey around Australia. Sarah has recently graduated from university and is now eager to spread her wings and explore what life has to offer her. Sarah has been a valuable staff member here at C2C over the past 12 months, bringing a positive energy to the centre every day. We wish Sarah the very best in her future endeavours, she will be missed!