Kia ora koutou 
Great news! Te Ara Tupua -Ngā Ūranga to Pito-one path has been consented. We are over the moon about the decision. This is a game-changer.After decades of delays, we are overjoyed there will soon be a safe and attractive path between the Hutt and Wellington. There’s no doubt that cycling is booming, as more people discover the convenience and joy of riding a bike.But until Te Ara Tupua opens, CW are still fighting for safety measures on State Highway Two.
We’re calling on Waka Kotahi NZTA to take action to make it safer for people on bikes along this corridor immediately. Speeds should be lowered to reduce traffic risks.We are also excited to see the Climate Change Commission’s draft advice for a better,low-carbon New Zealand. Let’s make sure bicycles are a key part of the way forward.We’re working on a submission guide to help you push for cleaner, sustainable, fun mobility when you have your say.Keep pedaling!
Ngā mihi nui,
Alex Dyer and Linda Beatson
Co-Chairs Cycle Wellington
Calls to action
WCC ePetition: Make safe space for cycling on Thorndon Quay
Closes 22 February 2021
Let’s make Thorndon Quay safe for people on bikes.
We’re calling on Wellington City Council to change all of the angle parking to parallel on Thorndon Quay in order to make space for people on bikes. This is an urgent safety change required while the longer project, through Let’s Get Welly Moving, takes its course.
Thanks to the 350+ people who have already signed the petition calling for safe space.
Please sign and share
Locky Docks sites
Locky Docks are looking for more locations they can provide bike parking around Wellington.If anyone can suggest any privately owned land that is suitable, close to the central city or in village centres in suburbs (e.g.Brooklyn, Hataitai, Island Bay… etc), please reach out and have a chat with them.
Upcoming bikeness
Picnics In Parks – PARK(ing) Day Friday 5 March
The Picnics In Parks movement is looking to hold a series of picnics during this year’s PARK(ing) Day.
The idea is to hold a set of basic picnics in parks outside select cafes around town to complement the official parklet sculptures. Please contact alex.m.dyer@gmail.com if you’re interested in hosting a picnic on the day.
More info about the main event here: https://www.sculpture.org.nz/store/doc/PARK(ing)-Day-2021-Call-for-proposals.pdf
ReBicycle Fix up
6-8pm Wednesdays Mechanical Tempest
Our ReBicycle Fix up workshop is back inaction on Wednesday evenings, 6-8pm.These five boys were super happy to get ‘new’ bikes this week. Loads more bikes have been donated and are waiting to be fixed up ready for a new home. If you have basic mechanical skills come on down and give us a hand. https://rebicycle.nz/
Big Bike Film Night – Wellington screenings
6pm Sunday 21st & 6:15pm Monday 22nd February Penthouse Cinema Brooklyn
Showcasing our 2021 collection that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want –action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly,utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two wheel devotee!
https://www.bigbikefilmnight.nz/screenings/big-bike-film-night-new-zealand/
Family Cargo bike Champions
Entries close on Sunday 7th of March, 2021
Bicycle Junction are running a programme of cargo bike trials for parents at a range of Wellington schools. People who take up the trial challenge can win an electric cargo bike!
Aotearoa Bike Challenge February 2021
The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is back for 2021! Gather a team at your work, track your progress riding your bike and be in to win prizes and bragging rights. Register here.
Urban Nerds meetup February 9th-5:30-7:00pm Fortune Favours, Leeds Street
Meet with urbanists from all walks (and cycles) of life in a fun, informal catch up. The invitation setup has recently changed, so if you’re keen to be in the loop sign up here.
Next Cycle Wellington Meeting 2nd March 2021 6pm at the Sustainability Trust, Forresters Lane, Te Aro
Project updates
WCC Cobham Drive
It’s looking great. The opening date hasn’t yet been confirmed as there’s still work to do.
Miramar Ave.
Once the crew has finished on Cobham Drive they will start work on continuing the route through the cutting to Miramar Ave.
Innovating streets
A Brooklyn Hill bike lane co-design is in progress. We could see an install in a few months, depending on the materials needed.
Parklets on Marion St (Bicycle Junction), Riddiford St (Black Coffee) and Allen St (Fringe) to be installed from 9 Feb. Please use these. More at https://wellington.govt.nz/your-council/projects/innovating-streets
Bike counters data moved
The location where you can access bike counter data can now be found here.
Waka Kotahi NZTA / LGWM
Te Ara Tupua consented
As described above, we are very happy about the consenting of this project and look forward to its construction. We continue to work for speed reductions to be implemented until construction is completed.
Recent goings on
Cycle Wellington Survey
If you didn’t catch the post about the findings from our survey last year, please check it out here.
About CW
Cycle Wellington is a group of people who are passionate about making Wellington a better place to ride bikes.
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