Advocacy Tools

Advocacy can be as simple as sending an email or signing a petition

Below are a collection of links to simple programs or resources you can use to make cycling in Canberra easier and safer.

Fix My Street

Fix My Street is an online tool that lets you report an issue to City Services for attention. The tool specifically encourages cyclists and pedestrians to report the following issues.

report damaged or blocked cycling or footpaths
request new paths or ramps to cycling or footpaths
request cleaning of debris off cycling or footpaths

The tool also has options to report many other public safety issues such as dangerous or fallen plants or trees, abandoned or dangerous vehicles, illegal dumping or littering, accessibility problems and more.

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Go straight to the top

The ACT is a small jurisdiction and Members of the Legislative Assembly can be relatively accessible. Your representation can make a real difference to outcomes for cycling.

Here are some tips for writing to an MLA:

Get to know your MLAs. The ACT Legislative Assembly website lists the MLAs and how to contact them.
Make sure you check details as MLAs and their portfolios can change.
Contact all parties. Backbench, opposition and cross bench MLAs may take up the issue with government on your behalf, particularly if it relates to their electorate or portfolio.
A picture is worth a thousand words. Attach a photo to make it clear what the problem is
Be concise. Politicians get a lot of correspondence, and brevity will help yours stand out from the crowd.
Be professional. Provide your name and contact details to ensure a reply.

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