Australians are being called on by Bicycle Network to volunteer and tally __bike riders in their local area for the country’s biggest commuter __bike count, Super Tuesday, on Tuesday 7 March.
Bicycle Network’s Super Tuesday commuter count collects data for local councils on the movements and number of bike riders. The count helps identify areas for improvement and inform bike policy, with the goal of making it easier for people to get physically active and riding.
Bicycle Network CEO, Craig Richards, said Super Tuesday is Australia’s opportunity to help influence change in their own backyard and help build a local community.
“By volunteering and counting bike riders on Super Tuesday you can show your local council exactly what is happening out on the streets. The data you gather could be the starting point for a new bike lane or path outside your front door,” said Mr Richards.
Commuters will be counted at almost 900 sites across 42 municipalities in Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania and Western Australia.
Every volunteer who participates in Super Tuesday is given a $50 donation by Bicycle Network to pass on to a local charity or community group of their choice, further extending the community benefit of the count.
“Super Tuesday is an easy way for local schools, sporting clubs, charities and local community groups to raise much needed funds. Last year more than $100,000 was pumped back into local communities by Super Tuesday,” added Mr Richards.
Local Bicycle User Groups (BUGs), sporting clubs, community organisations and schools are all encouraged to get involved and count bikes on Super Tuesday, as well as individuals and families.
“Bicycle Network’s programs such as Super Tuesday couldn’t happen without the great help of volunteers and we welcome anyone who is willing to put up their hand,” said Mr Richards.
Registrations for Super Tuesday volunteers open at 9:00am on Monday 30 January at supertuesday.com.au.
The count will be held from 7:00am to 9:00am on Tuesday 7 March. A full list of participating councils and count sites can also be found at supertuesday.com.au.
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