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Cycling Advocates Call For Climate Action, At COP27
Tuesday, 8 November 2022, 10:59 am | Cycling Advocates Network
As the COP27 climate conference starts, cycling advocates are calling on the NZ Government and cities to invest more in cycling. “Bike lanes are the best bang for buck in transport,” says Patrick Morgan from Cycling Action Network (CAN). ... More >>
Give the perfect bike for Christmas
Wednesday, 14 December 2016, 1:31 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
A bicycle is always near the top of the Christmas wish list, says Cycling Action Network spokesman Patrick Morgan. More >>
Cyclists urged to light up on dim mornings
Wednesday, 23 September 2015, 10:49 am | Cycling Advocates Network
"The start of daylight saving on Sunday means more people on bikes, but some may be caught out by morning twilight," said Cycling Advocates Network spokesperson Patrick Morgan. More >>
Cyclists hail new approach by NZTA
Friday, 17 July 2015, 4:27 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
CAN is New Zealand's national network of cycling advocates. We work with government, local authorities, businesses and the community on behalf of cyclists, for a better cycling environment. More >>
Cyclists Applaud Massive Investment Programme
Friday, 26 June 2015, 7:37 am | Cycling Advocates Network
Kiwis keen on cycling have hailed the biggest single investment in cycling in New Zealand’s history, announced today in Rotorua. Advocates for cycling have praised the scheme as ‘forward-thinking, clever groundwork’. More >>
Cyclists Applaud Massive Investment Programme
Wednesday, 24 June 2015, 7:58 am | Cycling Advocates Network
Kiwis keen on cycling anticipate a boost tomorrow when Transport Minister Simon Bridges will arrive in Rotorua to announce the biggest single investment in cycling in New Zealand’s history. More >>
OECD Report a Recipe for Cycling, say Advocates
Thursday, 11 June 2015, 3:16 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Advocates for better cycling facilities gave an unusual welcome to the recent OECD report, which called for action on two problems New Zealand faces- traffic congestion and obesity. More >>
Cyclists gather ‘crumbs from Transport Budget table’
Thursday, 21 May 2015, 6:49 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cycling advocates today welcomed the funding set aside for cycling projects, while bemoaning its small proportion relative to overall transport funding. More >>
Leadership Failures Contribute to Horrific Road Toll
Thursday, 14 May 2015, 1:39 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cycling advocates are today criticising the Government's response to the recent spate of traffic deaths. Umbrella group Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) expressed regret that expert advice on speed limits is being brushed aside by a Government uninterested ... More >>
Cyclists urged to light up as daylight saving ends
Wednesday, 1 April 2015, 4:52 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cyclists need to make sure they are well lit as daylight saving ends, says the Cycling Advocates Network. "The end of daylight saving on Sunday means it's time for cyclists to check their lights and batteries," says CAN spokesperson Patrick Morgan. More >>
Action needed on cycling safety
Monday, 29 September 2014, 4:29 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
“Clearly we aren't doing enough to protect the 1.5 million New Zealanders who ride bikes,” said Mr Morgan. More >>
Cyclists want answers from political parties
Thursday, 10 July 2014, 10:48 am | Cycling Advocates Network
Cyclists are calling for better protection, following the Coroner's inquest into the death of Jane Farrelly, held in Hamilton this week. Mrs Farrelly was killed after being struck by a truck near Taupo on March 16 last year. More >>
NZ Transport Agency 2014 Cycle Friendly Awards
Monday, 28 April 2014, 4:54 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycle Friendly Awards celebrate NZ achievements creating a more cycle-friendly environment. We invite individuals, companies, organisations, governmental bodies to nominate (self-nominations welcome!) a project, facility or person that showcases ... More >>
Hamilton Cycle Death Memorial Ride
Tuesday, 8 April 2014, 11:57 am | Cycling Advocates Network
This coming Tuesday, Hamilton cyclists will be taking part in a nationwide memorial rally to honour the deaths of cyclists killed on NZ roads, calling on action to be taken to protect cyclists, and calling on support from local and national government ... More >>
Dip those dazzling bike lights
Wednesday, 2 April 2014, 10:57 am | Cycling Advocates Network
Cyclists need to make sure they are well lit as daylight saving ends, say the Cycling Advocates Network. But those using super-bright LED lights should avoid dazzling other road users. More >>
High level cycling inquiry needed
Thursday, 14 November 2013, 5:07 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
An inquiry into cycling, recommended by Coroner Gordon Matenga today, should go much wider than a safety panel led by the NZ Transport Agency, say cycling advocates. More >>
Dip those dazzling bike lights
Tuesday, 2 April 2013, 2:51 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cyclists need to make sure they are well lit as daylight saving ends, says the Cycling Advocates Network. But those using super-bright LED lights should avoid dazzling other road users. More >>
Cyclists urged to light up as daylight saving ends
Friday, 30 March 2012, 3:51 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cyclists need to make sure they are well lit as daylight saving ends, say the Cycling Advocates Network and Bike NZ. “The end of daylight saving on Sunday means it's time for cyclists to check their lights and batteries,” says CAN spokesperson Patrick ... More >>
Get on your bike to beat high fuel prices, say cyclists
Friday, 16 March 2012, 12:08 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) and BikeNZ say it is common sense for government and business to fight high fuel prices by investing in cycling. More >>
Cycle Friendly Awards Finalists Announced
Friday, 13 January 2012, 5:00 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Finalists for the CAN Cycle-Friendly Awards 2012 have been announced. The Awards acknowledge and celebrate the most notable achievements that promote cycling and create a cycle-friendly environment. More >>
