Single Speed World Championships, CB Mako and Troy Parsons
On this weeks show, Chris chats with Damian Auton about build up to Single Speed World Championships(link is external) (SSWC) in Melbourne and Woodend, and how you can be involved in a fabulous six-day bike festival of events. Second interview: CB Mako(link is external) on being a mum, disability advocate, woman of colour, cargobike rider and writing about(link is external) her experiences riding in Melbournes west(link is external). Third interview: Troy Parsons(link is external), who's standing in this months Yarra Council elections as Australian Cyclists Party candidate. We discuss local issues, need for improved planning, making riding accessible for broader audience, eg: 8 to 80, increased funding and sustainable transport options for school children.
Local news: Fitzroy Residents Association(link is external) have organised a "Meet the Candidates" Forum (Nicholls & Langridge Wards) for City of Yarra, 7.30pm, Monday 10 October at the Reading Room, Fitzroy Town Hall.
Chris, Faith, Val and Steve