4 15 APRIL 2018 Get set to cycle during the Games Free cycling workshops and ride to work breakfasts

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1 4 15 APRIL 2018 Get set to cycle during the Games Free cycling workshops and ride to work breakfasts The Get Set for the Games program is offering free cycling workshops to encourage you to jump on your bike. Fuel up and join other cyclists for free ride to work breakfasts. Cycling will be a great way to get around during the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games it may be quicker than travelling by car.

2 Get set to cycle during the Games The Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games are coming and things are about to get very busy. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see 11 days of competition from 4 15 April 2018 and it s by far the biggest event ever hosted on the Gold Coast. During the Games journeys will take longer and moving around our city will require careful forward planning. Things will start to change from January 2018 onwards including road lane closures, increased traffic and the arrival of officials and athletes. We encourage you to consider the following solution: RE-MODE your travel to cycling it may be quicker than travelling by car. 2

3 Benefits of cycling to and from work: Reduced traffic congestion More people cycling means fewer cars on the road. Better health Cycling is an ideal form of exercise. You will arrive alert and ready to start your day. A better natural environment Fewer cars on the road means reduced air pollution and road noise. Saves you money Cycling is more economical than running a car. Saves you time Cycling is often quicker than a car over short to medium journeys. You can often park your bike closer to your workplace. Social and fun Cycling is a great way to socialise with colleagues and friends and meet new people. Get set to cycle during the Games 3

4 About the workshops This series of free workshops helps you get on your bike and start cycling to work. All workshops cover tips to make you a safer, more confident cyclist. Our free cycling workshops are facilitated by accredited instructors across the city. Simply locate the area on the map that best suits where you live or work. You can also attend one of the free ride to work breakfasts being held across the City. Bookings are required for all workshops and ride to work breakfasts and must be made at least two days prior. Early bookings are encouraged. Contact us to book the workshop or breakfast you would like to attend. P E activetravel@goldcoast.qld.gov.au W getsetforthegames.com/events 4

5 Sunshine Blvd Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct (Southport) Marine Pde Gold Coast CBD (Southport) Nerang St South po rt Nerang Rd Nerang Broadbeach Rd Ross St Currumburra Rd Ashmore R d Co tlew St Surfers Paradise Gold Coast Hwy Nielsons Rd Birmingham Rd Bundall Rd Broadbeach Gold Coast Hwy Hooker Bvld Pacific Mwy Gooding Dr Robina Pkwy Cheltenham Dr N 1km Bermuda St Get set to cycle during the Games 5

6 ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ON BIKES The beginner s workshop is designed for adults who have never ridden a bike before. With no more than three people in each workshop, we guarantee you ll be riding in no time. Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct 12:15pm -1pm 7 November January 2018 Gold Coast CBD (Southport) 12:15pm -1pm 8 November January 2018 Surfers Paradise 12:15pm -1pm 9 November January 2018 Broadbeach 12:15pm -1pm 10 November January

7 CYCLE TO WORK BASICS Learn to ride the roads confidently, safely and become a better cyclist and commuter. You will learn bicycle handling techniques and valuable safety tips. Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct 12:15pm -1pm 8 November November January 2018 Gold Coast CBD (Southport) 12:15pm -1pm 9 November November January 2018 Surfers Paradise 12:15pm -1pm 15 November December January 2018 Broadbeach 12:15pm -1pm 16 November December January 2018 BETTER BIKE MAINTENANCE Keep your bike safe and in shape. Learn valuable tips and be shown how to clean your bike, repair punctures, adjust your brakes and maintain the chain. Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct 12:15pm -1pm 14 November December January 2018 Gold Coast CBD (Southport) 12:15pm -1pm 15 November December January 2018 Surfers Paradise 12:15pm -1pm 21 November December February 2018 Broadbeach 12:15pm -1pm 22 November December February 2018 Get set to cycle during the Games 7

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9 Free Ride to work breakfasts Join the commuter community and ride your bike to work. Make a pit stop for a free breakfast and bicycle maintenance check. Encourage your workmates to get involved. Surfers Paradise The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise Tuesday 31 October 2017 Thursday 8 February 2018 Broadbeach Pratten Park, Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach Wednesday 1 November 2017 Friday 9 February 2018 Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct Griffith University, Parklands Drive, Southport Thursday 2 November 2017 Tuesday 6 February 2018 Gold Coast CBD (Southport) Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport (opposite Australia Fair) Friday 3 November 2017 Wednesday 7 February activetravel@goldcoast.qld.gov.au or phone to register. Get set to cycle during the Games 9

10 Start cycling today During the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, journeys on and around the Gold Coast are likely to take longer than usual. Commuting to work by bicycle may be quicker than travelling by car. The Gold Coast has over 1000 kilometres of bikeways that link businesses, schools, foreshores and parks. Follow these tips for enjoyable and safe cycling: get the right bicycle ensure it is the correct size and type to meet your needs plan your route maintain your bicycle with a regular service fit your bicycle with a bell and a white and red reflector pack a change of clothes, wet weather gear and a water bottle use front and rear lights at night carry a simple puncture repair kit, use a good quality lock and where possible park your bicycle in a secure place always wear a helmet that complies with Australian Standards. 10

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12 Book your workshop now Contact us to book the workshop or breakfast you would like to attend. P E activetravel@goldcoast.qld.gov.au W getsetforthegames.com/events Working together