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Club Events
FCBUG CHRISTMAS PARTY
Sunday 15 December 2024
It’s on again! Come together at our annual Christmas gathering at Black Stump Park, Point Vernon.
Starting at 4pm until dark, bring along an esky, nibblies, chairs, insect repellant and plenty of good cheer.
Everyone welcome, particularly former members. Take the opportunity to meet new Committee members and plot for the year ahead.
family day, Takura Trail head
Sunday 29 September 2024
The first anniversary of the Opening of the Takura section of Mary2Bay Rail Trail, created by FCBUG, was celebrated in style.
Many families attended and several rode all the way from town. They were rewarded with coffee and a free sausage sizzle, not to mention various displays and the opportunity to see first-hand the improvements made by FCBUG volunteers. The interim crossing of Blackswamp Creek had just been completed – what a great outcome for FCBUG working with FCRC. The Stockyard Creek one was completed the following week. Almost 17km continuous rural section.
Free Breakfast for cyclists
Sunday 11 August 2024
Council duly celebrated the opening of the Boundary Road extension with a free breakast. As expected, this drew a huge crowd of walkers, kids, bikes, prams, scooters of all sorts, wheelchairs and dignatories, all keen the test the new piece of road before it’s taken over by vehicles.
It is notable that our Club was consulted by DTMR reps in the planning stages and separating cyclists and vehicles with separate dedicated lanes is the way to go.
Bicycle Qld Regional Forum Hervey Bay
Wednesday 21 August 2024
A number of local cyclists responded to the invitation to meet Bicycle Queensland reps on their Regional Tour to discuss various issues. As well as advocating on behalf of 800,000 cyclists thoughout the State, one takaway was their recommendation that Bicycle User Groups set up a consultative arrangment with Councils to have input into DTMR infrastructure grants with safer cycling infrastruture being an outcome – less congestion, safer transport networks and a healthier and more active population.
How fortunate our Club is closely aligned with BQ,
FCBUG 20th anniversary celebrations
Saturday 20 July 2024
What a great turn out!
Nearly 70 people arrived to celebrate this milestone for the Club. Several riders joined in, after enjoying a cycling photo shoot at iconic locations around town.
A collection of jerseys was on display, along with a photo display from days gone by. Fine food was provided, the sun shone and chats were lively. It was a great opportunity to catch up with those who no longer cycle.
Ken’s musical tribute to former President Brian Jessett was touching. Did you know Life Member Lenore organised 12 Australia Day barbecues? What a champion!
President Natalie acknowledged the original members present, as well as the newest member, Kevin, our Secretary, who co-ordinated the venue.
Thanks to everyone for marking the occasion – 20 years is quite an achievement.