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Stromlo Forest Park closure - 21 October 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Stromlo Forest Park has received and accepted a booking from the Australian Federal Police for a joint police training exercise to be conducted on 21 October 2010.

The whole park, including the summit has been booked exclusively for this training exercise. Stromlo Forest Park will be closed and locked from 15:00 on 21 October through until the park reopens the next morning. The AFP will have a number of signs and barricades around the perimeter of the park.

Regards,

Jeff van Aalst
Venue Manager
Stromlo Forest Park

Territory Venues and Events
Enterprise Services
Department of Territory and Municipal Services

Direct -02 6256 6702
Switch -02 6256 6700
Mobile - 0417248374
Fax- 02 6253 2085
Email – J.vanaalst@Canberrastadium.com

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2010 Junior Road Championships
Monday, August 9, 2010

The attachment is to inform all states, managers and riders of the Junior U15 & U17 Road Championships in Canberra 3-5 September. If you require any other information please see the Cycling Australia website http://www.cycling.org.au/default.asp?ID=38453, or give me a call.

Regards
Sean Muir | Cycling Australia
National Road Coordinator

Ph: 02 9339 5817
Mob: 0410 587 850
Fax: + 61 2 9644 3006
Email: sean.muir@cycling.org.au

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Junior's and Women's Canberra Tour
Sunday, June 20, 2010

THE DBR AUSTRALIA 2010 JUNIOR'S AND WOMEN'S CANBERRA TOUR

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED

The DBR Australia 2010 Junior's and Women's Canberra Tour will be held over the period Friday 2 July to Sunday 4 July 2010. This is Australia’s premier Junior's and Women’s Tour and we need your help for the race to go ahead.

The format of the racing is:

• Friday afternoon 2 July: a Time Trail for Open Women and Under 19 Male riders
• Saturday morning 3 July: Road races across all categories
• Saturday afternoon 3 July: Criterium races across all categories
• Sunday morning 4 July: Road races across all categories
• Sunday afternoon 4 July: Time Trials for Under 11 to Under 17 riders

We urgently need your help to marshal for the Road and Time Trial sessions. All it takes is a few hours of your time one morning or afternoon.

If you can help out with marshalling or are interested in being a lead car or spares vehicles for one of the grades please emaileither Cherrie Kneebone at cherrie.kneebone@team.telstra.com, ph 0408 263 337orStuart Jones at stuartjones1@gmail.com, ph 0402 494 171.

Please try and make an effort to support our women and juniors by coming out. You will get to see some great racing and get great satisfaction from helping out. If you are riding then please try and get a relative or friend or partner to volunteer. And if you rode the Canberra Tour you may be interested to know that nearly a third of those volunteers were the parents or relatives of juniors.

As an added bonus, if you are a Hartley Challenge rider we will donate money to your team.

Cherrie Kneebone

0408 263 337

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2010 Eildon Junior Tour - 10-11 July 2010
Thursday, May 20, 2010

Blackburn Cycling Club presents the 2010 Eildon Junior Tour

Round 3 of the Victorian Junior Road Aggregate Series

Featuring…

* J13 - J19 categories

* Saturday racing based in Thornton township

Saturday racing based in Thornton township

ITT and challenging Road Race

* Sunday racing and presentations based in

Eildon township

Sunday racing and presentations based in

Eildon township

extended distance Road Race for each age group

for each age group

with a spectacular finish on the dam wall

For updates:  www.bbn.org.au   Enter on-line:  www.vic.cycling.org.au 

Race & Sponsorship Enquiries:etoc2010@optusnet.com.au

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Cycling ACT Junior Strength and Conditioning program
Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Cycling ACT is seeking expressions of interest from Junior cyclists who are either in, or entering the second year U17 and U19 age divisions for the Cycling ACT Junior Strength and Conditioning program.

Limited positions are available in the program and the final numbers and make up of the strength and conditioning program is at the discretion of Cycling ACT.

The Cycling ACT strength and conditioning program is run on a contract basis with the ACT Academy of Sport utilising the ACTAS gym facility.

The program incorporates bi weekly sessions in the gym under the instruction of ACTAS strength and conditioning coaches.

For a number of years the ACTCF has subsidised gym access for junior riders. This has proved beneficial for a great number of the riders as many have gone onto higher levels of achievement in the sport.

The ACTCF is proposing to alter the subsidy arrangements from the next gym intake to the following arrangements –

Junior athletes (or their parents) will be required to make an upfront yearly payment of $200 at the start of the first 6 months of gym sessions. (This equates to approximately 50% of the total cost for the first 6 months of sessions). If the athlete maintains a satisfactory gym attendance in the first 6 months of the program – (“Satisfactory” is defined as maintaining an attendance rate of 80%, barring injuries or absences due to competition requirements) – then the ACTCF will fully meet the costs of the rest of the gym program for the year.

Please express interest to Cycling ACT by Wednesday 26^th May 2010 , act.info@cycling.org.au It is envisaged the next 12 month program will commence July 2010.

Cycling ACT

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ACT Cycling AGM - Monday 24 May
Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Annual General Meeting

Please note that the Annual General Meeting of ACT Cycling

Will be held on Monday 24^th May 2010 at the

Ainslie Football Club, Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie

Commencing at 7.30pm.

- All Welcome -

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Level 2 Coaching Courses
Tuesday, May 11, 2010

We have two Level 2 Coaching Courses being held in the next few months – Melbourne in June and Brisbane in August. At present, there has been a very low uptake for the courses and we are struggling for numbers (despite advertising both of them over six months in advance). There had supposedly been a huge demand for these courses but now there are not enough attendees to get even close to breaking even financially.

As we know, there is a large shortage of coaches in cycling and up-skilling of coaches to Level 2 is very important for the development of cyclists Australia-wide. If you know of anyone who you may think would be interested, please get them to contact me as soon as possible.

Otherwise, because of the financial obstacle in the running of the courses, the regularity of the delivery of the Level 2 courses will return to that of previous years i.e. every 12-18 months and it may even mean the cancellation of the planned courses for this year.

Yours sincerely,

Brendan

Brendan Moriarty

National Coaching & Development Manager | Cycling Australia
T: (02) 9339 5815 | F: (02) 9339 5888 |M: 0416 678 536
E:mailto:gennie.sheer@cycling.org.au|W: http://www.cycling.org.au/
Level 2, 280 Coward St
Mascot NSW 2020
PO Box 6310
Alexandria NSW 2015

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Fundraising and celebration night for Mitch Lovelock-Fay & Ed Bissaker
Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Mitch Lovelock-Fay & Ed Bissaker are off to Italy with the Australian Junior Track Team!

Come along and celebrate with Mitch & Ed at a fundraising evening. A delicious two course meal is on offer, and there are some great items to be auctioned & raffled, and enjoy a few rounds of trivia as well.

SO, WHY NOT GET A TABLE OF 10 TOGETHER & COME ALONG FOR A NIGHT OF FUN!

Venue: The Hellenic Club

Date: Friday 23 April

Time: 6.30pm for 7pm

Cost: $35pp

Tickets available from: Marcel on 0400 000 224 or mlovelock@ozemail.com.au

or

Elaine on 0418 156 396 or Elainebissaker@mac.com

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Sports Leadership Grants and Scholarships for Women
Tuesday, March 16, 2010

The Australian Sports Commission and the Office for Women have joined together to help develop the next generation of female leaders in sport.

Inspiring and assisting women in the sport industry to reach their full potential in leadership through education and development opportunities.

Are you involved in sport as a manager, administrator, coach or official, or do you work in sport communications/media or governance?

Would you like to learn more, and do more, for yourself and your sport? If so, we encourage you to apply. Substantial organisation and individual funding is available:

• up to $5000 grants for individuals
• up to $10 000 grants for incorporated organisations
• up to $30 000 (over three years) with the Sport Leadership Pathway Scholarship.

Women from all areas and levels of the Australian sporting community are welcome to apply, including women from culturally diverse backgrounds, Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander women, women from rural and regional areas, and women with disability.

Applications are open now until Friday 30 April 2010. Terms and conditions apply.

For more information, visit ausport.gov.au/women or call 1800 224 412

Regards

Jamie Bradnam
Project Officer
Sport and Recreation Services
Department of TAMS
Ph: 6207 1697
Mob: 0409 512 670
www.tams.act.gov.au/play/sport_and_recreation

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AN INVITATION TO SUPPORT REBECCA HENDERSON - 13 March
Friday, March 5, 2010

Due to the withdrawal by Cycling Australia of all fundingfor the Mountain Bike High Performance Program it is increasingly difficult to fund overseas travel by individual cyclists. Therefore fundraising events are essential if Australian mountain bike riders are to successfully compete on the international circuit.

Monies raised for Rebecca will go towards flights, accommodation & car hire in Europe where she will be competing in the Dalby Forest(UK), Houffalise(Belgium) and Offenburg(Germany) World Cups during April & May. She will be representing Australia at the World Champs in Canada in September this year too.

Come celebrate with a raffle, games and teh opportunity to raise money for Rebecca. All proceeds are going to her European championship expenses.

$40 incl food and beverage
Casual dress
8pm-11pm Saturday 13 March 2010
The Glebe, Crowne Plaza, Canberra
RSVP and ticket sales by 10 March 2010

Please contact serena.ludcke@crowneplazacanberra.com.au

bechenderson.com.au

 

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2010 Australian Junior Track Cycling Championships
Friday, March 5, 2010

The 2010 Australian Junior Track Cycling Championships will be held at Melbourne's DISC Velodrome from March 18-20, 2010.

The Championships will see teams from all Australian states and territories compete across the three day event.

See the Championships website here.

Ticket Information

Championship Pass Adult$25 ConcessionCard Holders $10 Children Under 16 $10 Family (2 x 2) $50 Single Session Ticket Adult$10 Concession Card Holders $4 Children Under 16$4 Family (2 x 2) $20 Free Admission to J17 and below Cycling Australia licenced members Kids Under 5 Pensioners Darebin Bowling Club Members For School group inquiries, please email vic.info@cycling.org.au Ticket Orders All orders must be made via the official Championships Ticket Order (PDF).

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CCC - 2010 Road Series and Point Score
Tuesday, March 2, 2010

2010 Road Series

and

Points Score with Prizes

The conclusion of the very popular 2009-10 Canberra Cycling Club crit series means the road series is about to begin and the Canberra Tour is just around the corner.

The 2010 road series comprises thirteen rounds starting on Saturday, 6 March 2010, and finishing on Saturday, 6 November. That’s a road race nearly ever two weeks. The races included in the road series are shown on the club website.

For this year there is already a confirmed prize pool totaling $3000. So far two of Canberra’s leading bike shops have come on board and will be the sources of many of the prizes. They include the new Velo Republic in Kingston that has already established itself at the forefront as a dedicated road cycling store, and the BikeShed which has stores in Braddon, Gungahlin and Phillip and is well known for the breadth and depth of brands and the incredible advice offered and experience of staff.

The points score is new and promises to be a catalyst for a great season of road cycling. The points score is open to all riders with a Cycling Australia membership regardless of club. In general the top five finishers in each grade will receive 10, 9, 8, 7, and 6 points while all other finishers will receive 2 points and non-finishers 1 point. There will be a separate points score for men and women, including on any occasion where men and women compete in the same race. Five points will be awarded for marshalling to a maximum of 10 points for over the season. Full details of the points score will be available on the Canberra Cycling Club website prior to the first race.

First time racers are of course welcome. While a first timer can turn up on the day it will be necessary to be graded by the handicapper before you will be eligible for the points score. Contact details for the handicapper are on the club website.

Information throughout the season including the updated points score and prizes will be made available on the club website. If you have any questions (or suggestions) please contact the club race secretary.

The Canberra Cycling Club welcomes you to join in what promises to be a great series of road racing.

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2010 Rydges-BellCity Australian Masters Track Championships
Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Entries now open for championships to be held at DISC April 15-18, 2010.

The 2010 Rydges-BellCity Australian Masters Track Championships will be held at the Darebin International Sports Centre (DISC) velodrome from April15-18, 2010.

The 'Masters' age group for riders 30 years and over,is Australia’s largest and fastest growing cycling demographic, and these championshipswill bring hundreds of competitors, plus families and friends, from all over Australia to Melbourne.

Male and Female cyclists will test themselves against their fellow competitorsinfive year age categories over four individual disciplines including the time trial, sprint, pursuit and scratch race. The men will also have the opportunity tocompete in the team sprint event.

The DISCvelodrome, located in Melbourne's inner northern suburb of Thornbury, opened in late2004, with the Australian Masters and JuniorsChampionships in March 2005 featuring as the venue's debut event.

The event’s major sponsor, Rydges-BellCity, is the perfect place forall competitors, families and their friends to stay.

Just minutes from the velodrome, it also provides cyclists with great discounts for their sensational range of rooms.

Entries Open Now through Cycling Australia!

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ACT Schools Road Cycling Championships
Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Mountain bikes, BMX and road bikes can be ridden on the track. Competitive riders and novice/beginners are all welcome

Date: Tuesday 16 March 2010
Time: various depending on the students’ year level, the day will run 9am to 3pm
Venue: Stromlo Forest Park Criterion Course
Licences: Cycling Australia ~ or complete waiver on the day

Road Race and Time Trial will be offered, thus 2 rides for everyone
Races for Primary, Secondary and College students
Venue: Stromlo Forest Park(Stephen Hodge Criterium Circuit)
(All races conducted on closed road circuit)

For more information contact karen.burton@act.gov.au 62054381 or 0417658192, or Susie Boer at Melrose High School on 6205 7594 or email susan.boer@ed.act.edu.au

We will send you entry forms. All schools also have this information.

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New crit program in the New Year! Including Women's C and Men's F
Thursday, December 31, 2009

Thursday Night C/D/E!

 

Event details

• What: Thursday Night C/D/E racing
• When: 6:30pm start every Thursday. Rego from 6pm
• Where: SFP criterium circuit
• Length:  Full length criteriums up to an hour
• Grades: C, D and E grade riders start as one bunch. Results and pointscore will be separate for grades.
• Warm up: Not permitted on the circuit due to the grades racing before hand
• Contact: simonadwyer@yahoo.com.au

Women: You are not only welcomed, but encouraged!

Dropped riders: May NOT rejoin the bunch in this race but are encouraged to finish their race. If you are lapped, please allow the catching group to pass easily and safely.

Pointcore: Points will be awarded for the top five placers in each grade: 16, 12, 8, 6, 4. All riders who finish the race will receive 2 points.

 

Thursday Night Women’s C and introducing Men’s F grade!

 

New riders are welcome! We have three ride licences if you want to try things out. PLUS coaches and helpers will be present to guide new riders for a fun and safe race for all.

Event details

• What: Thursday Night Women’s C and Men’s F grade racing
• When: 6pm start every Thursday. Rego from 5:30pm
• Where: SFP criterium circuit
• Length:  20 minutes plus 2 laps
• How much: $5 entry
• Warm up: Permitted on the circuit.
• Contact: simonadwyer@yahoo.com.au

 

Dropped riders: In WC and Men’s F, dropped riders are allowed to get back onto the back of the bunch so long as they don't influence the race or contest the sprint, so you can challenge yourself against strong riders and still get value for your money.

Qualifying for F grade: As F grade is a new for us, we’ll need to use our judgment in the first weeks, plus we’ll be relying on rider’s own judgement. New riders and riders who tend to finish in the lower half of men’s E on Wednesdays are welcome. If you are too strong for the field we’ll suggest that you step up a grade!

Introducing…
Monday Night SuperCrit racing in the New Year

*Round 4 will be a 6:15pm start

Event details

• What: DBR SuperCrit
• When: 6:30pm start every third Monday. Rego from 6pm
• Where: SFP criterium circuit
• Length:  1 hour plus 3 laps
• Warm up: Permitted on the circuit.
• Grade: Open. Men and women welcome.
• Dropped riders: In the DBR SuperCrits, dropped riders are allowed to get back onto the back of the bunch so long as they don't influence the race or contest the sprint, so you can challenge yourself against strong riders and still get value for your money.
• Contact: simonadwyer@yahoo.com.au

 

SuperCrit Monday Race Rules & Regulations

1. The race to be held under the control of the race commissaire.
2. All riders must hold a Cycling Australia affiliated cycling license.
3. 3 ride permits are available and may be used if current and approved by a club official.
4. Riders will race for a set time duration announced by the commissaire. At the end of this duration the race will have 3 laps to go till completion. Riders will be alerted to this by the lap to go number boards and via a bell on the final lap.
5. Should a small group lap the field the main group will contest the minor places at 3 laps to go, indicated by a whistle. The main group will then leave the circuit. The remaining riders will have 3 laps to go.
6. Should riders find themselves off the edge of the racing surface, riders are to take reasonable care when rejoining the race surface.
7. Riders with mechanical problems will be allowed one lap out to address their problem. Any riders with spare wheels will keep them in the centre portion of the race track. All wheel changes must be made in this area.
8. Verbal or physical abuse of race officials, commissaires or fellow riders will not be tolerated and any offending riders could be subject to disciplinary action.
9.  Riders acknowledge that when signing on that they understand the above race rules and that they will comply with any instructions or directions issued by race officials or the commissaires.

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UCI Bicycle Technical Regulations
Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Attached is the latest UCI Technical Regulations guide for bicycles, which all should be aware of for the future.

 

The CA regulations will reflect these latest UCI rules in next year’s issue of our regulations.

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Congratulations Sue Powell ! Team for Para-cycling Road World Championships
Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Team for Para-cycling Road World Championships

Cycling Australia is pleased to confirm the riders selected to contest the 2009 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships being staged from 8 to13 September 2009 in the Piedmont region of Italy . .

• Michael Gallagher - LC1 (Mornington, VIC 14.12.1978)
• Claire McLean - LC1 ( Carlisle , WA 04.07.1973)
• Sue Powell - LC2 (Melba, ACT 30.05.1967)

The closing date for appeals against non-selection is Friday 29 May, 2009. Selection policies for all Australian teams are available on the Cycling Australia website.

For further information (media only) please contact:
Gennie Sheer, Sheer Rhetoric, Communications Director, Cycling Australia
Tel: +61 (0) 418 863 533
Email: gennie.sheer@cycling.org.au
Cycling Australia website www.cycling.org.au

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