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.

Pedal Power ACT has serious concerns about the Government’s plan to get rid of the on-road cycle lane on Hindmarsh Drive.

The ACT Government has just announced the 2024/25 Budget which includes a wide range of projects for Active Travel, however it is difficult to identify “shovel ready” projects for the coming year.

Our Advocates recently met with ACT Government representatives to discuss some repairs needed in the Woden area.

Happy New Horizons course participants share their experiences. If you are ready to improve your cycling confidence, the next course starts in August.

This month, every national, state and territory bicycle organisation in Australia came together to provide a critical submission to the Australian Government on the importance of cycling in our transport decarbonisation efforts.

The latest Cycle Well wrapped up recently. It was a great success and participants are now off to new cycling adventures.

A diverse group joined together to call for separated bike-only paths along Northbourne Avenue and highlight the need for safe, convenient cycling infrastructure all over Canberra.

Fitability will be holding a Come and Try morning where people can trial piloting a tandem bike!