Brisbane Politics - Cyclist Protest Ride by CBDBUG
Via Public Polity:
Call TONIGHT if you want to go on this ride - the phone number is below.
Calling all cyclists who are fed up with Local and State Government failures to provide safe and direct routes for Brisbane cyclists.
Detours of bikeways due to major infrastructure projects like the North South Bypass Tunnel, AirportLink and Northern Busway are severely impacting upon the ability of cyclists to ride in safety, particularly on Brisbane’s north side - which is already poorly served for cycling access.
A protest ride is being organised by the Central Business District Bicycle User Group (CBDBUG) to highlight the frustrations of cyclists and the dangers we face.
Time: Friday 9 May 2008. 4:15pm for a 4:30pm start.
Meeting Point: Corner Gregory Tce and Bowen Bridge Rd Herston
Route: Bowen Bridge Rd Herston to Federation St Lutwyche and back to Gregory Tce (Total Distance: 3km)
(Click here for a Google Map of the starting point and the route)
The ride is pro-cycling, not anti-infrastructure development (although we would like a more balanced development)
A media release will be organised as part of the protest, highlighting these issues - we need a decent turnout by cyclists riding on the day to really make our point.
The ride will not go ahead unless we have at least 20 confirmed starters, so please RSVP to John Lister on john@whcp.com.au or 0428 667 827 by Wednesday 7 May 2008.
All riders must adhere to Qld Road Rules and ensure that you:
* Wear an approved and fastened bike helmet at all times
* Have a bell or horn in working order
* Do not ride more than two abreast
For more information on the CBD BUG visit us at http://www.cbdbug.org.au or the CBDBUG blog at http://cbdbug.blogspot.com, or email convenors@cbdbug.org.au
Call TONIGHT if you want to go on this ride - the phone number is below.
Calling all cyclists who are fed up with Local and State Government failures to provide safe and direct routes for Brisbane cyclists.
Detours of bikeways due to major infrastructure projects like the North South Bypass Tunnel, AirportLink and Northern Busway are severely impacting upon the ability of cyclists to ride in safety, particularly on Brisbane’s north side - which is already poorly served for cycling access.
A protest ride is being organised by the Central Business District Bicycle User Group (CBDBUG) to highlight the frustrations of cyclists and the dangers we face.
Time: Friday 9 May 2008. 4:15pm for a 4:30pm start.
Meeting Point: Corner Gregory Tce and Bowen Bridge Rd Herston
Route: Bowen Bridge Rd Herston to Federation St Lutwyche and back to Gregory Tce (Total Distance: 3km)
(Click here for a Google Map of the starting point and the route)
The ride is pro-cycling, not anti-infrastructure development (although we would like a more balanced development)
A media release will be organised as part of the protest, highlighting these issues - we need a decent turnout by cyclists riding on the day to really make our point.
The ride will not go ahead unless we have at least 20 confirmed starters, so please RSVP to John Lister on john@whcp.com.au or 0428 667 827 by Wednesday 7 May 2008.
All riders must adhere to Qld Road Rules and ensure that you:
* Wear an approved and fastened bike helmet at all times
* Have a bell or horn in working order
* Do not ride more than two abreast
For more information on the CBD BUG visit us at http://www.cbdbug.org.au or the CBDBUG blog at http://cbdbug.blogspot.com, or email convenors@cbdbug.org.au
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