children – canberra.bike

National Cycling Participation Survey

Different to other surveys, it tells us about cycling in Australia and Canberra over the last decade.

87% of road related cycling fatalities were caused by a collision with a motor vehicle.

Walking to school was common and could be again.

“In the 1970’s 80% of all school children rode or walked to school but now more than two-thirds go by car. “

We have all experienced these hazards in Canberra.

A health initiative in ACT schools.

There is the bike for every child.

Children’s cycling injuries are preventable.

The costs of owning a bike.

Cycling injuries are far more common than fatalities.

“Trying to connect students with nature through these spaces by using natural elements.” Minister Chris Steel

Children can learn to ride at an early age. There is the bike for every child.