Moreland BUG Google Group

ABC RN Background Briefing

bakerca...@westnet.com.au (William Cawte) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:40:50 UT

Dear All,

Radio National broadcast an excellent investigation into the issues
around on-road bike safety this morning. I can't see a link for an
audio download or transcript yet, but I'm sure it will come (or
alternatively is there a repeat this week?) Nik, perhaps you can
help? Here is a general link;

Hi -- just introducing myself

gehl...@gmail.com (AnnieG) — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 02:17:06 UT

Hi Moreland BUG people,

My partner and I have just bought a house in Coburg and will be moving
there in March. We're currently living in Camberwell and commuting by
bike every day to the city, and this will continue after we move.
We're also regular and keen recreational roadies. Looking to continue

Enduro racing at Brunswick Cycling Club

gcr...@fastmail.fm (Graeme Cross) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 20:26:52 UT

Brunswick Cycling Club Inc. are holding an evening of racing at the Harrison Street outdoor velodrome.
Everyone is welcome to come along and watch a good night's racing, and enjoy the BBQ!

When: Saturday, December 12, 6pm – 8pm
Where: Harrison St Velodrome, East Brunswick

More information can be found on the club's website ([link]) and in the attached flyer.

RE: OUT and about

carmelina...@yahoo.com.au (Carmelina Palazzolo) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:36:49 UT

Kingfisher Festival On...tomorrow...28th November; 3 - 10.30pm....website info
then at the
Fairfield Amphitheatre....Sunday....29th November....6 - 7.30pm....FREE.......Boite Cafe Music Concert....youtube
meet me there...
regards Carmelina.
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Gillon Oval

nell...@moreland.vic.gov.au (Nicholas Elliot) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:07:40 UT

Follow up from last night's MorelandBUG Meeting

Apparently the community meeting about the development of Gillon ova/
park/sporting node went amicably earlier this month. A report is going
to Council in December - it is expected to endorse plans - they will be
put up for public comment over January on the Moreland website.

Monthly Meeting

julia.misc...@yahoo.de (Julia Mischke) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:49:56 UT

Dear all,
This is a reminder for the last BUG meeting for this year which will be held tomorrow, November 26 at the Edinburgh Castle Hotel (681 Sydney
Road, Brunswick).
The meeting starts at 7.30 pm and will finish
around 9.00 pm. Food and drinks can be purchased there and members and
guests are welcome!

CM birthday ride - pass it on!

anna.strem...@gmail.com (Anna Strempel) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:52:24 UT

Dear all,

This Friday night is the 14th birthday of the Melbourne Critical Mass!! If
it's anything like previous years it will be a giant party on wheels through
the streets of our favourite city - and you and your bike are invited! The
mass will meet at the State Library at 5:30pm - don't worry if you're a

Monthly Meeting

julia.misc...@yahoo.de (Julia Mischke) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:59:16 UT

Dear all,
The last BUG meeting for this year will be held on next Thursday, November 26 at the Edinburgh Castle Hotel (681 Sydney Road, Brunswick).
The meeting starts at 7.30 pm and will finish around 9.00 pm. Food and drinks can be purchased there and members and guests are welcome!
Regards, Julia.

Fawkner Festival last Sunday

bakerca...@westnet.com.au (William Cawte) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:12:12 UT

Hi all,

Just a note to let you know that the BUG had a small presence at the
Fawkner Festival last Sunday, spreading the word about our activities
and cycling in general. The Moreland Energy Foundation (Limited) very
kindly let us share their stall (thanks to Michael, Jessica and
Anthony.) Seen from the BUG were Margaret and Frankie, Carmelina,

police blitzes and stonnington survey

anna.strem...@gmail.com (Anna Strempel) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:42:25 UT

Hi all,

From BV's news update:

Police will start cracking down on vehicles that intrude on the reserved
area for bikes at intersections from next week. The bicycle box at
intersections is now protected by law following the introduction of new Road
Rules on November 9. As the law change is recent, Police will initially

Refugee bike program looking for volunteers

anna.strem...@gmail.com (Anna Strempel) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:53:47 UT

Hi all,

A program called Spokes in the Wheel, which operates out of Engineers
Without Borders, is running a bike program for kids from Sudan living in
Melbourne. The program includes fixing up second hand bikes for the kids,
and running learn to ride sessions. Spokes in the Wheel is looking for

quick update

paulmck...@optusnet.com.au (paul mckay) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:42:30 UT

Hey buggeloos,

A quick update on some bits.

1 <> Combine Bugs

2 <> Hume Bug

3 <> Pascoe Vale Station and the Cline Bikeway

4 <> Maggies

1 Combine Bugs

Went to the combined bugs thingy - always great to catch up though I would
have liked to hear more about what other bugs were up to. The consensus

carlton gardens update

anna.strem...@gmail.com (Anna Strempel) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 04:42:36 UT

Hi BUGgees,

Those who followed or contributed to the Carlton Gardens bike ban debate a
couple of months ago may be interested to know how the debate is progressing
at Melbourne City Council - BV has posted an update following a council
meeting last week, to read it go to:
[link]

free theatre tix for cyclists

anna.strem...@gmail.com (Anna Strempel) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:47:37 UT

Hi BUGgees,

The Arts House and City of Melbourne are giving free tickets to see
Marrugeku's Burning Daylight at the Arts House in North Melbourne for anyone
who gets there by a green mode of transport such as cycling or PT - see
below flyer for details or email kara.w...@melbourne.vic.gov.au for more

Fawkner Festival Sunday 15 Nov

ross.millw...@gmail.com (Ross Millward) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:16:02 UT

The Fawkner Festival is a community festival with music, stalls, food,
children’s activities and rides. The Festival is organised by a
committee of residents and representatives of local community groups.

This year's Festival will be held on Sunday 15 November 2009 from 11am
to 4pm at the new venue of Moomba Park, McBryde Street, Fawkner.