About Pedal Power ACT
Canberra rides better when everyone can ride.
Since 1975, Pedal Power ACT has brought people together to make cycling safer, easier and more accessible across our city.
Why we exist
More people on bikes, more often.
Pedal Power represents people who ride and people who would like to. We connect advocacy, practical programs and community so cycling can be an enjoyable everyday choice.
Our vision
Canberra becomes the cycling capital of Australia.
Our mission
Advance community health and well-being through safe and convenient cycling.
Our goal
Cycling is an enjoyable and convenient everyday activity for all Canberrans.
Advocacy
We work for safer streets, connected infrastructure and policies that make riding a practical choice.
Skills and access
We help people start, return to and enjoy cycling through courses, workshops and inclusive programs.
Community
We create opportunities for people to ride together, volunteer and help shape a more bike-friendly Canberra.
The people behind the pedals
Staff, volunteers and Board members turn our mission into action.
Our story
Built by people who wanted a better way to ride.
Pedal Power grew from community action and remains grounded in the experience of people riding across Canberra.
A protest ride begins the story
Howard Rawson and Bill Crowle organised a ride from Belconnen to Civic to call for better cycling infrastructure.
Pedal Power ACT is formed
Riders came together to establish a dedicated cycling advocacy group for Canberra.
The work continues
We keep advocating, building skills and creating opportunities for more people to ride safely and confidently.
Watch the beginning
The original 1974 protest ride.
More than 50 cyclists rode from Belconnen to Civic to call for safer routes. The television news footage is preserved by the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia.
Diversity and inclusion
Cycling should be for everyone.
We work to remove the structural, social and financial barriers that stop people from cycling safely or confidently, regardless of age, gender identity, cultural background, income or ability.
Share an idea or partnership opportunityContact us
Start the conversation.
Ask a question, share an idea, talk to us about a partnership or find out how to get involved. We would love to hear from you.
Visit our office
Griffin Centre
Level 2, Room 1020 Genge Street
Canberra City
10am to 4pm
Our office is staffed part-time. Please phone ahead before visiting.
Call us
02 6248 7995
Email us
office@pedalpower.org.au
Mailing address
Pedal Power ACT
Room 2.10, Griffin Centre20 Genge Street
Canberra ACT 2601
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