Cycling Advocates Network - Latest News [Page 2]
Merry Cycling Christmas
Tuesday, 20 December 2011, 11:49 am | Cycling Advocates Network
Bicycles and summer go together, and kids of all ages will be heading out on new bikes this Christmas. More >>
The 2012 CAN Cycle Friendly Awards Nominations are open
Tuesday, 20 September 2011, 11:58 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
A Cycle Friendly Award brings national recognition and coverage for your Organisation’s project or person doing great things that encourage more cycling. “An Award is a real morale booster generating civic pride to help justify more resources for cycling ... More >>
Advice for cyclists and drivers
Wednesday, 1 June 2011, 4:52 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) and BikeNZ have issued advice for drivers and cyclists following two crashes involving cyclists in Hamilton this afternoon, one of which was fatal. Although the details of the crashes have not yet been released, CAN spokesperson ... More >>
Be bright, be safe, be seen, say cyclists
Friday, 1 April 2011, 3:40 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The end of daylight saving means it is time for cyclists to dust off their lights and add a bit of fluorescence to their riding wardrobe. Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) spokesman Patrick Morgan said as the days get shorter, cyclists need to get ... More >>
Safer cycling projects announced
Friday, 18 March 2011, 2:22 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
New Zealand's cycling organisations are joining forces to make cycling safer. More >>
Bluff to Cape Reinga by Bike
Tuesday, 22 February 2011, 3:58 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Wellington endurance athlete Thomas Lindup aims to write his name in the record books with a solo bike ride the length of New Zealand next month. More >>
Invest in cycling as fuel prices rise, say cyclists
Thursday, 17 February 2011, 3:51 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) and Bike NZ say it has never been more urgent for government and business to invest in cycling. As petrol crosses the $2 mark more people are looking for alternatives to driving. CAN spokesperson Patrick Morgan says ... More >>
Cyclists welcome Chief Coroner's decision to investigate
Friday, 19 November 2010, 5:00 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) and BikeNZ welcome the Chief Coroner’s decision to investigate recent cycling crashes. More >>
Call for ten yearly retesting of drivers
Thursday, 18 November 2010, 9:02 am | Cycling Advocates Network
CAN spokesman Patrick Morgan says it's blindingly obvious that we aren't doing enough to make our roads safe. More >>
Call for Urgent Action Following Cyclist Deaths
Monday, 15 November 2010, 9:37 am | Cycling Advocates Network
*The Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) has called for urgent action following the deaths of three cyclists this weekend.* More >>
Action on climate change,one bike at a time
Friday, 8 October 2010, 3:34 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The owners of broken-down bikes are being urged to dust them off and bring them down to Shed 1 on Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour on Sunday 10 October. More >>
Volunteers fix the climate, one bike at a time
Wednesday, 29 September 2010, 3:53 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Volunteers in New Zealand will fix bikes as part of the world’s largest day of practical action to fight climate change. More >>
Give way rule change is good news for cycleways
Wednesday, 29 September 2010, 1:23 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cycling Advocates Network spokeperson Patrick Morgan said cyclists have for many years advocated for a change of the rules, so that right turners give way to opposing left turners. More >>
Cyclists call for ceasefire
Tuesday, 13 July 2010, 2:52 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
Cycling advocates are calling for a ceasefire in the latest skirmish between some drivers and cyclists. More >>
Reverse-in parking safer for all
Monday, 21 June 2010, 9:14 am | Cycling Advocates Network
Cycling Advocates’ Network (CAN) says reverse-in parking is better for people in cars and pedestrians as well as cyclists. More >>
Lower tolerance on speeding should be permanent
Tuesday, 8 June 2010, 5:19 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) congratulates the NZ Police for their successful campaign on lower speeds. More >>
Down with Speed, Up with Safety
Thursday, 3 June 2010, 5:25 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates’ Network (CAN) fully supports tougher enforcement of speed limits – but wants this tough stance permanently. More >>
ASB Cycle Friendly Awards 2010
Monday, 24 May 2010, 9:39 am | Cycling Advocates Network
The search for New Zealand's best bike lane, most effective promotion, and most cycle-friendly employer is on. The Cycling Advocates’ Network is inviting entries for the ASB Cycle Friendly Awards 2010. More >>
Pay full attention while cycling
Wednesday, 21 April 2010, 5:38 pm | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) says cyclists, like all road users, need to pay full attention while on the road. More >>
Driving age increase welcomed by cyclists
Friday, 16 April 2010, 10:07 am | Cycling Advocates Network
The Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) welcomes an increase in the driving age to 16, but says the government also needs to invest in professional cycle training to improve road safety. More >>