For more details, read the full submission HERE. Below is a summary. Support for Option B: Spokes Canterbury endorses Option B but advocates for enhanced cycling infrastructure. Diverse Cyclist Needs: Recognizes three types of cyclists: commuter, interested but concerned, and recreational, each requiring different safety measures. Safety Concerns: Highlights speed issues and the need for […]
Spokes 2024 Annual General Meeting
So just over two weeks ago Spokes Canterbury Cycling Association had our Annual General Meeting for 2024. We ran through a couple of major things in the meeting; Firstly and most importantly, we have adopted a new constitution! We are now compliant with the 2022 act requirements for incorporated societies and can now reapply to […]
Spokes Annual General Meeting and Constitution Changes 2024
Hi to all Spokes members, This is a blog post explaining the proposed upcoming changes to the Spokes Canterbury Cycling Advocacy constitution required due to the Incorporated Society Act 2022 which came into force in 2023. While we still are under the 1908 act, and there is no need to change until 2026, the […]
Aotearoa Bike Challenge 2024
Kia ora everyone, The Aotearoa Bike Challenge in February 2024 is nearly here. This is your time to register for 2024 and to help more people discover the joys of cycling. Registration is free on the Love to Ride NZ site. Also if you register before midnight on the 24th of December you go into […]
Aotearoa Bike Challenge
Kia ora everyone, The Aotearoa Bike Challenge in February 2023 is nearly here. This is your time to register for 2023 and to help more people discover the joys of cycling. Registration is free on the Love to Ride NZ site. You can join more than one group including community groups like Spokes (Canterbury), your […]
Reshaping Streets
Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Reshaping Streets. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) – is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater […]
Waterloo Road Safety Improvements
Ref: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/439 Introduction “Spokes” – Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) – is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch and Canterbury areas. We would like the opportunity […]
Northcote Road and Lydia Street Transport Improvements
Ref: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/528 Introduction “Spokes” – Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) – is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch and Canterbury areas. We would like the opportunity […]
SH1 Rolleston Flyover – NZTA
Spokes Submission on Plans for the Flyover to be Constructed in Rolleston. https://www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/sh1-rolleston/tell-us-what-you-think/ Submitted on 22/7/22 by email to rollestonflyover@nzta.govt.nz Spokes Canterbury (Inc.) Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling […]
Waimakariri District Council – Walking And Cycling Network Plan Feedback 30June2022
WALKING AND CYCLING NETWORK PLAN FEEDBACK FORM Submission from Spokes Canterbury 30/6/22 https://letstalk.waimakariri.govt.nz/walking-and-cycling-network-plan Greetings, Waimakariri District Council This is a submission from Spokes Canterbury, submitted by email to the nominated officer, Allie Mace-Cochrane at allie.mace-cochrane@wmk.govt.nz . Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national […]