The newly formed National Bicycle Organisations Networking meeting, led by WeRide, Australia’s national independent cycling advocacy organisation, met in early November. Pedal Power engaged with interstate counterparts to coordinate a unified approach for the upcoming federal election, with discussions led by WeRide’s Executive Officer, Stephen Hodge.

Our Easy Social Ride on Sunday 27 October took participants through Canberra’s scenic northern suburbs, with a delightful foray across the lake to visit the new sculpture in the National Gallery's Sculpture Garden.

Our next Easy Social Ride is on this Sunday, 20 October, departing from Forde Shops at 9am.

Our first ride in the Spring series was well attended and everyone enjoyed the easy pace meandering from the Arboretum to Curtin, stopping for coffee at Stromlo Forest Park, and taking in views of the Molonglo River on the return leg. Join the next one on Sunday 20 October.

After the buzz of the protest ride faded, Pedal Power’s ED had the privilege of speaking with two young Pedal Power members and two long-standing advocates. As they reflected on the day’s success, it became clear that this movement is about more than just the present—it’s about the future of cycling in Canberra.

Join Pedal Power ACT’s protest ride on tomorrow, Friday, 11 October 2024, as we call for segregated bike-only paths along Northbourne Avenue—a major commuter route for cyclists—and safer roads for all.

In an age when jobs are more sedentary than ever and we need to find ways to fit exercise into our daily routine, commuting to work by bike seems like a no-brainer. But sometimes it may take a bit of creativity to make it work.

As Pedal Power campaigns for separated cycle infrastructure on Northbourne Avenue, many users of the current cycle lanes would be unaware that they have their own contentious history, with many parallels to current events.

On 25 September, about 50 Pedal Power members gathered to hear from major political candidates about their plans for bike riding and active travel in the ACT.

A lesson on how to load bikes on the yellow racks at the front of buses.

We hosted a successful movie night and panel discussion

We sadly farewell our fantastic Membership and Community Organiser Jordan Hull.

A section of the C2 will be closed on 27 and 28 August 2024. Pedal Power has not been told about the proposed roadworks. The signs beside the path direct cyclists to use an 'alternative route'. Queanbeyan commuters know that if you are not prepared to ride on a high speed dual carriageway there is no viable alternative route. The upside is that the path closure is expected to be for 2 days instead of the initially notified 2 months.

Our Executive Director Cecily Michaels and Board President David Whitney attended a talk by Welsh MP Lee Waters about how he is transforming transport in Wales to meet climate and sustainability targets.

Pedal Power member Gregory Andrews is today embarking on an inspiring 4,500 km solo journey from Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia to Bondi Beach in Sydney. Gregory’s initiative aims to promote the benefits of renewable energy and to raise funds for renewable energy systems to support regional and remote communities.

Many of our members have been scared or injured by other road users acting dangerously. The ACT Police are trialling a new approach to using reports and evidence from the public to initiate action against dangerous drivers. We are aware of at least two reports submitted recently which the police acted upon.

President of Pedal Power ACT David Whitney today announced the appointment of Ms Cecily Michaels as Executive Director from Monday 12 August 2024.

With the ACT elections just around the corner, Pedal Power has today released its Election Policy Platform outlining its plan for the next four years of Government.

Pedal Power is one of 56 groups agreeing that the government’s plan to decarbonise the transport sector must set strong targets to cut pollution in a fair, fast and inclusive way, shift to public, shared and active transport and accelerate electrification.

The City Renewal Authority has begun work on Ngamawari the 30,000sqm public park coming to the Acton Waterfront.

David Whitney President of Pedal Power today advised the resignation of Simon Copland as Executive Director of Pedal Power.