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A confident woman wearing a hijab is smiling in the sun with her bike

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Wheel Sisters: Empowering women in the north through bike riding

Wheel Sisters is an inspiring initiative funded by Merri-bek Council, designed to help women gain…

Amy CharlestonAugust 21, 2024

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People powered streets – Ride & Stride families leading Open Streets

Over the last 3 years, Merri-bek City Council and Bicycle Network have partnered to deliver…

Donna LuckmanAugust 15, 2024

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More women & non-binary residents in Merri-bek building bike skills & confidence

We know that women and gender diverse people often face increased barriers to bike riding.…

Zoe McMastersJune 3, 2024

An electric vehicle parked and plug into a EV charger.

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Merri-bek welcomes new fuel efficiency standards

Merri-bek City Council welcomes the passing of the new Australian Vehicle Efficiency Standards. Council has been…

Donna LuckmanMay 22, 2024

A block of apartments with three levels with trees in front.

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High Life Expo – Better living in apartments and units

Let’s talk about life in apartments and units! The High Life Expo is for people…

Donna LuckmanMarch 14, 2024

Young girl with bike helmet kneeling on a closed road drawing with chalk.

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New Ride & Stride schools and Report for 2023

Council has commenced its 2024 Ride & Stride program with 5 new primary schools in…

Donna LuckmanFebruary 20, 2024

Five school kids in front of school with Ride & Stride Banner.

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Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2024 Ride & Stride program

Many primary schools are already working hard to encourage their kids to walk, ride and…

Donna LuckmanDecember 6, 2023

Cazz from Bike It Better is demonstrating how to fix a bike. A group of women and non-binary people stand around her observing

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Inclusive bike skills sessions for women and non-binary residents in Merri-bek

Bike riding is not just about the wind in your hair and the thrill of…

Amy CharlestonSeptember 13, 2023

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Charging your electric vehicle (EV) in Merri-bek

To promote zero emissions transportation within the community, Merri-bek installed Victoria’s first electric vehicle (EV)…

Donna LuckmanJuly 10, 2023

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Our Term 2 Ride & Stride wrap up!

Term 2 has been busy for our 6 Ride & Stride schools. The crisp winter…

Zoe McMastersJune 19, 2023

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All-electric e-cargo deliveries at the Brunswick Tool Library

The Brunswick Tool Library has bought an electric cargo bike for tool deliveries thanks to…

Donna LuckmanJune 15, 2023

Merri-bek City Council staff smailing with their RideKola trial e-bikes

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Merri-bek City Council staff switch up their commute with e-bikes

In May 2023, 18 Merri-bek City Council staff trialled e-bikes for a cheaper, healthier, and…

Amy CharlestonJune 7, 2023

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Ride & Stride welcomes 6 new schools

Earlier this month, we welcomed 6 new Ride & Stride schools for 2023. We are…

Amy CharlestonApril 18, 2023

People standing around secondhand electric vehicles

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Mayors and Councillors Spark Campaign to Fast-Track Affordable EVs

Merri-bek's Mayor Angelica Panopoulos has joined 120 Mayors and Councillors across Australia calling on the…

Donna LuckmanApril 12, 2023

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Hassle-free transport: Merri-bek e-cargo bike trial

Seeking a sustainable transport option for staff during work hours, Merri-bek City Council is trialling…

Donna LuckmanMarch 1, 2023

Kids and parents on bikes and skates enjoying the open street

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Open Streets: Creating safer and healthier school runs

Through Ride & Stride, we aim to get more kids riding, striding and scooting to…

Amy CharlestonJanuary 25, 2023

Grade 6 students standing in a row on their bikes. One gives a thumbs up to the camera

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Primary students get ready to ride & stride into high school

We know many local primary school families love riding to school with their children. But…

Amy CharlestonDecember 7, 2022

Energy News Travel

EV curious? Test drive a car while you can!

The Darebin/Northern Melbourne Electric Vehicle bulk buy in conjunction with the Good Car Co. has…

Donna LuckmanNovember 24, 2022

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Families switching to fun, fuss-free school runs through Ride & Stride e-cargo bike trials

We’ve wrapped up our second round of the Ride & Stride e-cargo bike program, providing…

Zoe McMastersOctober 24, 2022

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Sign up to the Northern Melbourne Electric Vehicle Bulk Buy

Been thinking of moving to clean transport? You can play your part by taking public…

Donna LuckmanOctober 13, 2022

Wheel Sisters: Empowering women in the north through bike riding

People powered streets – Ride & Stride families leading Open Streets

More women & non-binary residents in Merri-bek building bike skills & confidence

Merri-bek welcomes new fuel efficiency standards

High Life Expo – Better living in apartments and units

New Ride & Stride schools and Report for 2023

Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2024 Ride & Stride program

Inclusive bike skills sessions for women and non-binary residents in Merri-bek

Charging your electric vehicle (EV) in Merri-bek

Our Term 2 Ride & Stride wrap up!

All-electric e-cargo deliveries at the Brunswick Tool Library

Merri-bek City Council staff switch up their commute with e-bikes

Ride & Stride welcomes 6 new schools

Mayors and Councillors Spark Campaign to Fast-Track Affordable EVs

Hassle-free transport: Merri-bek e-cargo bike trial

Open Streets: Creating safer and healthier school runs

Primary students get ready to ride & stride into high school

EV curious? Test drive a car while you can!

Families switching to fun, fuss-free school runs through Ride & Stride e-cargo bike trials

Sign up to the Northern Melbourne Electric Vehicle Bulk Buy

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