YarraBUG November News
In this weeks packed edition we have…..
YarraBUG Meeting
Wednesday Wind down Rides
City of Yarra News
Congratulations to Jason
Critical Mass 10
Cycling and loving it
Stonnington Council Issues
How fast are you really going?
***Extra Special Announcement*** Listen into ABC 774 next Thursday 17th November for the Bike vs. Car Commuter Race starting on Red Symons show, with interviews with Jon Faine! Might be someone you know!
Our next YarraBUG Meeting
Tuesday 15th November, 7.30pm at Suede Bar, 284 Smith Street, Collingwood. All very welcome!
Next Wednesday Wind Down Ride + Social Rides
Planned for early December, how about 7 December with a early evening ride out along the Yarra Boulevard? For more local social rides check either the MBTC & DarebinBUG sites for more rides in the Melbourne area.
VicHPV Ride this weekend
‘Be Spon’-Darebin Creek Pathway Ride Sunday, 13 November, 2005. 40km return. Hello All HPV’s, (`upright’ riders welcome) BE SPONTANEOUS and join us for a ride. We start at 10.30am from Wingrove Street, north side of Alphington railway station (Melway 31-C10) and ride through Darebin Parklands all the way to Bandoora Park (Melway 19-E3) for lunch and cappuccino. We climb Mt Cooper, the highest point in the Metropolitan area, to appreciate sweeping views of Melbourne, before returning to Alphington. The path is easy to ride and is suitable for all bikes. Please confirm with: Robert: 03 9578 1539, Mobile: 0415 944 428
City of Yarra
A vision for a more sustainable transport future in Yarra
YarraBUG has previously commented upon council plans, such as the Draft Linear Park Master Plan & C71 Bicycle Parking Amendments. We should also comment upon the Draft Strategic Transport Statement (below), if you’re interested please contact us at: yarrabug-owner@yahoogroups.com
Too many cars? Too many bicycles? What about walking? Let us know your priorities for transport planning in Yarra. The draft Strategic Transport Statement presents a vision for the future of our vibrant and diverse city where residents, businesses, visitors and commuters are provided with a range of transport options. These options contribute towards maximising your ability to get around in Yarra without necessarily using a car. To comment on the draft Strategic Transport Statement please make a written submission by Friday 2 December 2005
Congratulations to Jason Den Hollander!
BoroondaraBUG member Jason was recently elected to the Bicycle Victoria Council. Doubtless many of us would of seen results of his amazing ‘chalking’ election campaign. Good work Jason!
Critical Mass 10: Melbourne turns TEN this November
Cycling and loving it - The way to go for women
We would like to invite you to an exciting launch of a dedicated women’s cycling website on: Saturday 26. November 2005, 9am to 10.30am at the Riva, St. Kilda Marine, Marine Pd. Elwood. Conveniently located on the Bay Trail near Beach Road so no excuse not to cycle there, bike parking will be provided. Come and join some wonderful women for breakfast and be inspired by stories from: Sara Carrigan Olympic Cyclist, Dr. Jan Garrard, Deakin University, Felicity Dales, Body Torque, Catherine James, Darebin BUG and 100 other wonderful women who share your love of cycling.
http://www.womenscycling.com.au going live 26 November 2005. The women’s cycling website has something to encourage every woman to experience the buzz of riding more often. Don’t forget registrations are required by phone, email or fax by 22 November 2005. There are limited places, so register today so you don’t miss out. If you require the original pdf attachment, download it from here: http://www.cyclingpromotion.com/newsandevents.htm
Stonnington Council Issues
Wednesday 16 Nov 7.30pm Prahran Town Hall. Stonnington North Ward Mtg. Councillors Sarah Davies, Tas Athanasopoulos and John Chandler plus staff will be on hand to discuss and answer questions on a list of projects. Included in the list of major projects:
- parking and traffic management plan for Commonwealth Games Cycling road race
- Yarra Bike Path maintenance
Looks like a good opportunity to turn out in force to ask heaps of questions. Anyone able to go? I have a previous function to attend but will try and get there albeit late. Charlie
How fast are you really going?
Dr Paul Tranter, UNSW, ADFA. Take a different look at travel time, total cost and effective speed in urban transport. 10am Tuesday November 15th. Department of Infrastructure Theatrette Level 29, 80 Collins St. Please RSVP Damon.Rao@doi.vic.gov.au or Ph 9655 6627
Could “speed” be stealing our time and our money? We can help answer this question by considering the concept of “effective speed”, where speed is calculated on the basis of the total amount of time consumed by a particular mode of transport. Applying the concept of “effective speed” provides some surprising results in the comparison of cars, bicycles and public transport. This presentation introduces the concept of effective speed using Australian examples. It explores the potential for the concept to be used as a stimulus for travel behaviour change. It also examines the value of walking school buses from the perspective of effective speed.