Our BUG has several purposes:
NillumBUG
initially formed in late 2005. A group of residents from Diamond
Creek, Hurstbridge and Smiths Gully, got together in response to the
slow progress of the design and construction of a cycle path from
Diamond Creek to Hurstbridge. We considered that the path would
be more likely to attract funding from various levels of government, if
it was evident that many people were in support of the project.
In addition, a community group is an effective way of lobbying
government. So, it was decided that now would be an ideal time to
set up a Bicycle User Group (BUG) for the Nillumbik shire.
Bicycle Victoria provide a helpful manual in setting up a BUG. This can
be downloaded from their website, and we would recommendend it be read
by those who are interested in forming a new BUG.
NillumBUG
has been pleasantly surprised by the number of people wishing to
participate in social rides. Some people are already keen cyclists and
others are returning to cycling after many years of abstinence.
Cycling has many benefits. Pleasingly, more people are turning to
cycling as method of commuting. It has obvious health and fitness
benefits. Cycling as a group can be rewarding from the support
and social interaction.
Cyclists are not usually a very vocal group. We encourage
cyclists to join NillumBUG even if not currently interested in
participating in organised rides. The more members we have, the
stronger advocacy position we are able to take. We currently have ~150
members. Go on, download a membership form today! Should you have any
queries, contact by email is preferable.
