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UID:3809-1757156400-1757161800@bikewaikato.org.nz
SUMMARY:Save Our Streets Rally: Safe\, Walkable\, Bikeable\, Busable\, Vibrant
DESCRIPTION:Imagine a future Kirikiriroa Hamilton that is safe for cyclists\, walkers\, and wheelchair users\, less congested with better air quality\, and more fun to be in! \n\n\n\nOur friends at Living Streets have organised a candidate event and rally for the upcoming local elections. Our very own Co-Chairperson Melissa Smith will be speaking and representing Bike Waikato. \n\n\n\nSupport the city you want from 11am–12.30pm on Saturday 6 September at the Meteor Theatre (1 Victoria Street). \n\n\n\nCome hear invited local government candidates discuss their vision for our streets\, then join us for a short walking tour of the CBD and guided discussion of good\, bad and ugly City transport planning.
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/save-our-streets-rally-safe-walkable-bikeable-busable-vibrant/
LOCATION:Meteor Theatre\, 1 Victoria Street\, Hamilton\, 3200\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250929T100000
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CREATED:20250922T031634Z
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SUMMARY:Biketober: Library Activities (Glenview Library)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a range of bike themed arts and crafts\, face painting and badge making activities. There is no registration requirement for these workshops. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-library-activities-glenview-library/
LOCATION:Glenview Library\, MacDonald Road\, Deanwell\, Hamilton\, 3206
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T104500
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SUMMARY:Biketober: Learn to Ride (Ellicott Park)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nDoes your primary aged child want to learn how to ride a bike but you’re not sure where to start? In these courses young riders will be given biking tips and guidance by our instructors\, with parents giving support to their child to start biking. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-learn-to-ride-ellicott-park/
LOCATION:Ellicott Park\, 46 Hyde Avenue\, Nawton\, Hamilton\, Waikato\, 3200
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T031210Z
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SUMMARY:Biketober: Student Bike Maintenance (Western Community Centre)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nLearn to how give your bike a safety check and how to complete basic repairs.  These workshops are perfect for for students aged 13 – 17. There will be bike ramps for students to have a go on after the workshop. \n\n\n\nTools and small parts will be provided\, but attendees must bring their own bike and helmet. Parents are welcome to stay with their child. A maximum of nine spaces are available per session. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-student-bike-maintenance-western-community-centre/
LOCATION:Western Community Centre\, 46 Hyde Avenue\, Nawton\, Hamilton\, 3200
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T104500
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SUMMARY:Biketober: Learn to Ride (Hillcrest Stadium)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nDoes your primary aged child want to learn how to ride a bike but you’re not sure where to start? In these courses young riders will be given biking tips and guidance by our instructors\, with parents giving support to their child to start biking. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-learn-to-ride-hillcrest-stadium/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Stadium\, 19 Cambridge Road\, Hillcrest\, Hamilton\, 3216
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T120000
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CREATED:20250922T031741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T031742Z
UID:3877-1759399200-1759406400@bikewaikato.org.nz
SUMMARY:Biketober: Library Activities (Chartwell Library)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a range of bike themed arts and crafts\, face painting and badge making activities. There is no registration requirement for these workshops. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-library-activities-chartwell-library/
LOCATION:Chartwell Library\, 5 Lynden Court\, Chartwell\, Hamilton\, 3210
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T130000
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SUMMARY:Biketober: Student Bike Maintenance (Hillcrest Library carpark)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nLearn to how give your bike a safety check and how to complete basic repairs.  These workshops are perfect for for students aged 13 – 17. There will be bike ramps for students to have a go on after the workshop. \n\n\n\nTools and small parts will be provided\, but attendees must bring their own bike and helmet. Parents are welcome to stay with their child. A maximum of nine spaces are available per session. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-student-bike-maintenance-hillcrest-library-carpark/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Library\, 58 Masters Avenue\, Hillcrest\, Hamilton\, 3216
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251003T100000
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SUMMARY:Biketober: Learn to Ride (Hare Puke Park)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nDoes your primary aged child want to learn how to ride a bike but you’re not sure where to start? In these courses young riders will be given biking tips and guidance by our instructors\, with parents giving support to their child to start biking. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-learn-to-ride-hare-puke-park/
LOCATION:Hare Puke Park\, Hare Puke Drive\, Flagstaff\, Hamilton\, 3281
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251003T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251003T150000
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UID:3866-1759496400-1759503600@bikewaikato.org.nz
SUMMARY:Biketober: Student Bike Maintenance (Te Kete Aronui Library – Te Kete Tuatea)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nLearn to how give your bike a safety check and how to complete basic repairs.  These workshops are perfect for for students aged 13 – 17. There will be bike ramps for students to have a go on after the workshop. \n\n\n\nTools and small parts will be provided\, but attendees must bring their own bike and helmet. Parents are welcome to stay with their child. A maximum of nine spaces are available per session. \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-student-bike-maintenance-te-kete-aronui-library-te-kete-tuatea/
LOCATION:Te Kete Aronui Library – Te Kete Tuatea\, 30 North City Road\, Rototuna North\, Hamilton\, 3210
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T123621
CREATED:20250922T031926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T074731Z
UID:3881-1759572000-1759579200@bikewaikato.org.nz
SUMMARY:Biketober: Love Your Bike Day
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nCelebrate the recently completed shared paths connecting Lake Domain Drive and the Western Rail Trail. Enjoy a range of activities including a decorating station for your bike\, scooter or helmet\, face painting\, games and more! \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-love-your-bike-day/
LOCATION:Innes Common\, Innes Common\, Hamilton Lake\, Hamilton\, 3204\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T130000
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CREATED:20251005T021501Z
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SUMMARY:Bike Ride: Norris Park to Till's Lookout/Taitua Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:This short cycle ride from Hamilton’s Norris Walk Park is fun for all the family! \n\n\n\nLeaving the CBD via separated cycle paths then back roads\, the route visits Till’s Lookout\, which offers extensive views back over Kirikiriroa city. Paths become more rugged as the route wends its way through an agricultural landscape before entering the forestry cover at the back of Taitua Arboretum. \n\n\n\nThis group ride is an opportunity to join other like minded people who want to explore locally by bike and haven’t had the opportunity to explore. It’s a great chance to experience the choice of cycling routes in cycling distance from Hamilton CBD. \n\n\n\nThe route is mainly on sealed paths with a couple of short\, sharp inclines which can easily be walked if required. There are some gravely paths around the arboretum. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLink to Komoot here.
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/bike-ride-norris-park-to-tills-lookout-taitua-arboretum/
LOCATION:Norris Ward Park\, 200 Ward Street\, Hamilton Lake\, Hamilton\, 3204\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Bike Month,Bike Ride,Casual,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251020T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251020T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T123621
CREATED:20250825T083424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T083511Z
UID:3786-1760983200-1760988600@bikewaikato.org.nz
SUMMARY:Public Lecture with Melissa Smith - "When Bike Lanes Are Not Enough"
DESCRIPTION:In this public lecture\, Melissa Smith will present their research on “When Bike Lanes Are Not Enough”. \n\n\n\nBike Waikato invites you to a public lecture for Biketober 2025. \n\n\n\nMelissa Smith is not only the Co-Chairperson of Bike Waikato but a published researcher. Since completing a Master of Environmental Planning in 2024\, Melissa has presented their research at the New Zealand Planning Institute conference\, the University of Waikato Postgraduate Conference\, and the Mathematical Societies Conference. In July 2024\, their research was accepted for publication in the international urban planning journal Cities. \n\n\n\nTheir research investigates classifications of bicycle infrastructure and networks and the relationship between those classifications\, network connectivity\, and cycling uptake in major cities. It creates a new methodology for local Governments to assess local cycling networks and demonstrates an empirical relationship between connected\, low-stress cycling networks and the proportion of people cycling for everyday transportation needs. \n\n\n\nThe lecture is approximately 40 minutes long and will be followed by questions. The lecture will be held at Trust Waikato. \n\n\n\nAbstract (Smith & Xu\, 2025): Promoting bicycling is a shared aspiration among cities internationally in pursuit of sustainable urban development. However\, while cities are increasingly investing in bike lanes\, car dependency remains high. Existing empirical literature examining the reasons behind such a low conversion rate remains inconclusive and limited. In this study\, we aim to address this gap by empirically investigating the quality of cycling infrastructure using the Level of Traffic Stress Framework and its relationship with cycling uptake using a case study of seven major cities in Aotearoa New Zealand. Specifically\, we first developed a transferable method that combined the Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) framework and graph theory to spatially quantify the quality of cycling infrastructure\, and then used Hurdle models to examine the relationship between the presence of low-stress cycling infrastructure and cycling uptake across these cities. We found that while the majority of the roads in these cities are low stress\, they are poorly connected\, and the greater provision of low-stress cycling infrastructure is associated with more people cycling to work. This study offers important empirical evidence for transport planners to inform decisions that enable longer-distance active commutes and foster broader public uptake of active travel in their communities. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cities.2024.105526
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/public-lecture-with-melissa-smith-when-bike-lanes-are-not-enough/
LOCATION:Trust Waikato\, 4 Little London Lane\, Hamilton\, 3204\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T123621
CREATED:20251028T085515Z
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UID:3965-1761991200-1761998400@bikewaikato.org.nz
SUMMARY:Biketober: Love Your Bike Day (Rescheduled!)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hamilton City Council. \n\n\n\nCelebrate the recently completed shared paths connecting Lake Domain Drive and the Western Rail Trail. Enjoy a range of activities including a decorating station for your bike\, scooter or helmet\, face painting\, games and more! \n\n\n\nMore details available here: https://hamilton.govt.nz/parking-and-transport/transport/biking/biketober \n\n\n\nRVSP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CeKSnPWyf/
URL:https://bikewaikato.org.nz/event/biketober-love-your-bike-day-rescheduled/
LOCATION:Innes Common\, Innes Common\, Hamilton Lake\, Hamilton\, 3204\, New Zealand
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