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RECYCLING NEAR YOU

MASSBUG
The Marrickville And South Sydney Bicycle (Users) Group, (MASSBUG) is a volunteer group advocating for cyclists in the Marrickville Local Government Area. It has been active since 1991 when South Sydney Council was still in existence. Membership of MASSBUG is by subscription. Participation is free and open to all. We meet once a month on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 pm at the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre (opposite Newtown Station) All welcome! Click here for next meeting date. For more info on Massbug see About Join the email lists for regular updates of news and events.

BIKESYDNEY
BikeSydney is active in the Council of the City of Sydney Local Government Area. BikeSydney and MASSBUG membership and interest overlap (since South Sydney Council was amalgamated with the City of Sydney) and work together closely on many projects. Membership of BikeSydney is free. Go to the website to join the email list for regular email updates of news and events.

COMMUTER RIDES
Marrickville to City and return Bike Bus departure pick up and drop times and locations, information about starting your own bike bus, list of active bike buses...

SOCIAL RIDES
Go to the 2008 rides calendar page for this years list of rides. Next rides...

SUNDAY 31 AUGUST
MARRICKVILLE MEDAL PEDAL
15 - 20 km, easy, on road. 2 hours ride time.
Meet 9:45am for 10:00am departure at Marrickville Town Hall, Marrickville Rd under Winged Victory.
We explore Marrickville and inner west environs with a focus on heritage and conservation including Callan Park, Green Ban sites, and the genesis of the Greens movement.
Contact: massbug@massbug.org.au or 9294 5900 (message bank). Marrickville Medal; Medal Pedal 2007 Map.
See Also, Wednesday, 13 August 2pm & 7.15pm, Sunday, 17 August 2pm Rocking the foundations Dir: Pat Fiske 1985 (Australia) 92 mins 16mm B&W Rated M. Pat Fiske's compelling and inspirational documentary chronicles the history of the NSW Builders Labourers Federation in its attempt to save historic Sydney buildings and communities. The film focuses on the battles for Victoria St, Kings Cross and The Rocks, and the use of union power in assisting resident action groups and environmental groups in their struggles with powerful and corrupt developers. (Print courtesy of the National Film and Sound Archive.) Biennale of Sydney 2008 Film Series - Revolutions. Wednesdays, 2pm & 7.15pm, Sundays, 2pm, 18 June - 7 September 2008. Saturday, 19 July 2pm, Saturday, 6 September 1.30pm. Domain Theatre, Lower Level 3. FREE. http://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/events/cal/biennale_08_films

Medal Pedal 2008 map.

Photos from recent rides and events.

For all listed BUG rides in the State of NSW go to http://www.pushon.com.au/

BEFORE YOU RIDE

Bike Inspection pdf - Is your bike ready to ride? A bicycle assessment checklist.
ABC and Helmet check pdf - Before you begin a quick equipment assessment checklist.
The Bicycle Tutor - Bicycle Repair Videos, well laid out pages of tutorials and comments.
MASSBUG Ride Links - More links to help plan and enjoy your ride.

ROAD RULES

THE BIKE SAINTS FAVOURITE ROAD RULES - Ausroads 1999 excerpts.
NSW ROAD RULES - RTA excerpts.
HOW TO NOT GET HIT BY CARS - adapted from BicycleSafe for Australian conditions.

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NEWS HEADLINES

30 May 2008 The roundabout at Liberty St has been revamped with cycle lanes, kerb ramps, and is almost completed. Another blackspot on the regional route sorted. Be interested in feedback from cyclists as to how motorists behave in future. Comments to massbug@massbug.org.au
9 April 2008 Bourke St Cycleways Version 1 released for consultation, more
1 April 2008 CoS 2030 Release of City of Sydney 2030 website including, more.
1 April 2008 City of Sydney Bike Plan The King St Cycle path has come one step closer having been passed by the RTA/CoS Traffic Committee.. more.
9 March 2008 Coward St Mascot path between the Alexandria Canal and Kent Street has been repaired.
9 March 2008 alexcanal.com The Alexandria Canal Path is slowly coming together. Click on the link to go to the website.
9 March 2008 Massbug, BikeSydney, BNSW members photographed by Ali Blogg from South Sydney Herald. The Bourke St Plan (>5mb) and the tender document (<1mb)
12 March 2008 Subway would make bridge plan obsolete CONTROVERSIAL plans to duplicate the Iron Cove Bridge have been rendered obsolete by secret State Government proposals for a metro-style subway under Victoria Road, a local group says...
Right a vision of how things could be if pedestrians and cyclists had their own bridge, creating space for seperate bus lane to funnel even more vehicle traffic into Rozelle and the city.
28 February 2008 A few dollars per motorist will help motorists read the current road rules with more care "BICYCLE riders should pay registration fees to help legitimise their place on the roads and pay for infrastructure and safety campaigns says the Federal Opposition spokesman on sports, Pat Farmer..."
Bicycles and the roads : Should cyclists be registered?
Yes. It will legitimise their place on the roads - 21%
No. Things are fine as they are - 79%
Total Votes: 737 Poll date: 06/02/08
more... http://www.massbug.org.au/cgi-bin/twiki/bin/view/MASSBUG/MassbugNewsEight

GREENWAY UPDATES
A3 Inner West Bike Map (1.2Mb) or,
A4 Inner West Bike Map (0.5Mb)

MARRICKVILLE BICYCLE STRATEGY
Existing Bicycle Network Map Pdf <200Kb
Proposed Bicycle Network Map Pdf <200Kb

CITY OF SYDNEY CYCLE STRATEGY AND ACTION PLAN
CBD Bike Parking
CoS Bike Map <900kb pdf
Bourke St Cycleways pdf 1.1mb

RPAH Sydney Uni Map Sydney Uni website
RPAH Sydney Uni Map pdf 1.8Mb SSWAHS website.

Cooks River Cycle Path, Stage 1 pdf 2.2Mb - Homebush to Tempe
Cooks River Cycle Path, Stage 2 pdf 233Kb - Tempe to Kurnel

Wilson Street contra-flow updates

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PROJECT HEADLINES

Sydney Park MTB-BMX-Skate Park "While there are many playgrounds in the City of Sydney, there is no BMX track or bowl... The BMX and skating facilities in nearby suburbs are too distant..."
Bicycle life and philosophy Tucked away in this obscure corner is the beginnings of a new leaf in Massbug bicycle culture. This page should allow you to leave behind all that tough and hard nosed advocacy work and lift you to a new plane of the enjoyment of cycling...

ADVOCACY HEADLINES

Party policy and media releases 2006 to present.
Benefits of cycling "We all know cycling is good for you, but it's also good for the community...";
Seniors on Bikes "Growing older is something that happens to all of us but ageing doesn't have to mean doing less. Increasingly, older people find that additional leisure time means a greater opportunity for activity. They also become more aware that exercise and fitness are essential in order to maintain quality of life..."
The Australian National Cycling Strategy 2005 - 2010 Austroads
State based cycling advocacy "...In August 2000, around 85 per cent of people who saw the television commercial agreed that it made them feel they should leave more room for cyclists on the road when they are driving. Four in five people agreed the ad made them feel they should check for cyclists when driving. Similarly, four in five people endorsed the position that the ad made them feel they should give way to cyclists when driving. Around 65 per cent of respondents agreed with the statement 'since the ad I have made more of an effort to check for cyclists when I am driving'..." "...Interstate jurisdictions (Tasmania, WA, NSW, ACT) have all expressed appreciation of the television commercial and an interest in using the commercial in their states..." Share The Road mpeg video
Hazard Reporting "We strongly encourage you to report hazards (potholes, bike unsafe drainage grates, etc) so that we all contribute AND benefit from safer roads and paths on which to ride..."
Driver Reporting "Been swerved at, tailgated, cut-off, abused, menaced? Here are some tips for reporting drivers to police..."
Online Community Roadwatch Report "The Community Roadwatch programme has been designed for use by New Zealand Police to advise the owner of a motor vehicle about the unsafe or risky driving behaviour you have observed and reported where you do not wish the offender to be prosecuted. The Police will regard your report as confidential; in accordance with the provisions of the law as it relates to privacy and disclosure of information..."

More... ADVOCACY

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BIKE-IT 2nd edition

The essential street directory of inner Sydney for everyone on a bike.
Shows the best, back-street and lowest trafficked routes.
All new and updated with lots more helpful tips.

Bike-It 2nd Edition Launch Thursday 15th December 2005.

Selection of directions from the City Bike Depot site here.

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Blogs Audio Video

www.dhbc.org.au

Celebrating 100 years in 2008... "Our goal is to promote the sport of road and track cycling. Since 1908 when our club was established we have encouraged riders to take their cycling to the next level. If you are new rider wanting to take the first step to building your fitness or an experienced rider looking for a club to train and race with - we're the club for you." More... www.dhbc.org.au

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