Cycling information for transport and recreation
Cycling is enjoyed by many for transport and recreation.
The ACT Government is keen to promote cycling because it improves:
- accessibility;
- the efficiency of the transport system;
- individual health;
- urban liveability; and
- is good for tourism and the environment.
Environment
- Bush, parks and reserves in the ACT
- Mountain Bike Riders Code
Enforcement
ACT Bike Rack Number Plates
Encouragement
Safety and Security
- Bicycle Lighting
- Bicycle security (
Word 22Kb) - Footpath cycling is encouraged for young cyclists
- Share the Road - NRMA-ACT Road Safety Trust bus advertisements:
Downloads
- Advertisement - Motorists give cyclists plenty of room (
PDF 159Kb) - Advertisement - Cyclists obey red lights ( PDF 158Kb)
Policies and Plans
Feedback
- Trees and bushes overhanging paths (email City.Management@act.gov.au )
Bicycle Events
- Communities Online
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- Triathlon Events Programs
- BMX Events and Rides Programs: phone the Canberra BMX Club on (02) 6259 1376.
- OzHPV Events Programs
ACT Bicycle Clubs and Associations
- ACT Cycling Federation
- ACT Veterans' Cycling Club
- Bilbys Triathlon and Cycling Club
- Canberra BMX Club: phone (02) 6259 1376
- Canberra Off Road Cycling
- Females in Training: Phone Robyn Barker on (02) 6281 1819 during business hours.
- OzHPV
- Pedal Power ACT
- Triathlon ACT
- Cycling Resource Centre
- Australian Bicycle Council
