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A BRIEF HISTORY...... 2 GOVERNANCE...... 2 COUNCIL 2007 ...... 2 PEDAL POWER VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION ...... 2 PRESIDENT’S REPORT...... 2 MEMBERSHIP & MEMBER SERVICES...... 3 Overview ...... 3 Member Survey ...... 3 The Office...... 4 The Canberra Cyclist ...... 4 Pedal Power Website...... 4 E-Mail Bulletin...... 4 Bike Maintenance Courses ...... 5 Information and Social Evenings ...... 5 Insurance...... 6 Merchandise ...... 6 Discounts and Deals ...... 6 THE COMMUNITY ...... 7 Ride to Work ...... 7 National Ride to Work Day...... 7 Bike Skills ...... 7 Primary Schools Bike Education...... 7 Safe Routes to School Cycling Bus...... 7 FITAbility...... 7 New Horizons...... 8 Bike Parking ...... 8 ADVOCACY ...... 8 RIDES AND EVENTS...... 9 Overview ...... 9 Statistics...... 9 Day Cycle rides ...... 10 Sunday Wanderers...... 10 Weekend Away Rides ...... 10 Major Bike Riding Events ...... 11 Brindabella Challenge, December 2007...... 11 Others' rides...... 12 ORGANISATIONAL DIRECTION & MANAGEMENT ...... 12 PARTNERSHIPS ...... 12 National Cycling Organisation ...... 12 Local Cycling Organisations ...... 13 Membership of other associations ...... 13 Sponsorship ...... 13 FINANCIAL...... 13 Treasurer’s Report for the 2007 Financial Year ...... 13 Statement of Financial Position...... 14 Statement of Financial Performance...... 15

Pedal Power ACT Inc Phone: (02) 62487995 2nd Floor, Griffin Centre, Canberra City Fax: (02) 62487774 GPO Box 581 Canberra City Web: www.pedalpower.org.au ACT 2601

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THE CORPORATE GOAL OF PEDAL POWER

To make membership of Pedal Power compelling by meeting members’ cycling needs and to get more Canberrans cycling, more often, for a better community

This goal is met through 5 programs:

1. Membership and Member Services 2. Community Activities 3. Advocacy on Cycling Issues 4. Cycle Rides and Events 5. Organisational Direction and Management A BRIEF HISTORY Pedal Power ACT, a not-for-profit organisation, was founded in 1974 to act as a rallying point for cyclists in the Australian Capital Territory and Queanbeyan regions, and to represent the interests of cyclists in Canberra. Pedal Power is a professionally managed organisation. It also relies on volunteer effort. It is sustained by membership fees, donations, income from events and special activity sponsorship, and with financial assistance from the ACT Government through Sport and Recreation Services and Health Promotion & Grants Unit Pedal Power is a sustainable and member focused organisation that undertakes cycling related activities which aim to get more people in the capital region cycling more often for a better community. GOVERNANCE Pedal Power is an incorporated association managed by a volunteer council, elected at the Annual General Meeting. Pedal Power contracts expertise to assist in achieving its goals at a high standard. COUNCIL 2007 Executive: Council Members: President John Widdup Tony Shields Vice-President Leon Arundell (resigned Nov) Carol Taylor Vice President Helen Curtis Chris Mann Treasurer Richard Bush Jeff Ibbotson Secretary Ray Bracewell David Whisker (resigned Oct) John Graydon (from November)

PEDAL POWER VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION

Pedal Power is a successful organisation producing useful outcomes because of the combined efforts of a large number of well meaning volunteers and Pedal Power, its members and the cycling public in the ACT and surrounding are indebted to the efforts of those numerous, often unsung, people. During 2007 Pedal Power recognised the following volunteers in the Canberra Cyclist: Ben Elliston, Anne McDevitt, Mal McPherson, Alasdair Sinclair, Clem Tozer, Sep Westerhuis Special Pedal Power Annual Awards were given to: Member of the year: John Widdup – President, organiser of the Big Canberra Bike Ride and Fitz’s Challenge and other input to Pedal Power’s operations Event of the year: Information and Social nights (including the Christmas party) - coordinated and managed by Anne McDevitt and Sep Westerhuis Leadership award: Lyndel Post - Coordinator of Pedal Power involvement in the ACT Government ‘Bicycle Users Group’ (BUG) Service award: Eva Pidgeon - editor and publisher of the Pedal Power e-bulletin Volunteer recognition awards: Ray Bracewell, Richard Bush, Rod Driver, Geoff Farrar, Alasdair Sinclair, John Smits, Kip Tanner And a special thank you goes to all the other volunteers who assisted throughout 2007 in making Pedal Power effective. PRESIDENT’S REPORT This report covers the activities of Pedal Power during 2007, its 32nd year, which was another successful year for the organisation. It was my third year as president of Pedal Power and it has been a most rewarding learning experience. As the rules prescribe that a person cannot be president for more than three consecutive years, I will be standing down as president at the 2008 AGM.

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Pedal Power is a people centered organisation run for the benefit of members and supports bike riding related activities which aim to get more people in the Capital Region riding their bikes more often for a better community. This is in line with our purpose (as set out in the Rules) which is to: • promote the safe and convenient use of cycling • run recreational cycle rides and events • promote membership and provide membership services • educate the community about the health, environmental and economic advantages of cycling as a form of recreation and a means of transport • provide advocacy for cycling services and facilities • maintain direction as an organisation. Pedal Power is now an organisation of over 1,700 members and is seen by many of the elected representative and government officials as the premier representative of the cycling community in the ACT for non-sport related cycling matters. As in all organisations like ours, the progress made and the outcomes achieved are the result of the efforts, knowledge, competence, advice and dedication of many, many people - most of them volunteers. We appointed John Graydon as our new Executive Office early in the year but unfortunately (for us) John got appointed to the management of the 2009 Mountain Bike World Championships and resigned in October. We subsequently appointed Leon Arundell as our new Executive Officer. Without our executive officers and efficient office manager, initially Amelia Mollett and latterly Elaine Wai, we would not have achieved all the things we did. As well, many of our activities succeed only with the generous support of those giving us grants and sponsorship, for which we are always grateful and whom we acknowledge. Pedal Power has endeavored to provide members with the services they desire. Unfortunately, we can not do everything due to limited resources (financial and personnel) so choices are made. This annual report details the activities and achievements of Pedal Power during the last year but there are some activities that deserve special mention. This year has seen plenty or rides and activities (with improvements) and some innovations. In particular we undertook some initiatives to improve bike riding skills in the community. Our Advocacy Team has been effective on behalf of all bike riders in dealings with government organisations. The Team members continue to produce results with hazard reduction, improved facilities and bike friendly planning and regulations, including facilities required in new buildings. We have maintained (and even enhanced) our reputation with the elected representatives and government officers and within the cycling community. Pedal Power is seen by others as an active and pleasant lobby group for cycling that has been moderately successful primarily due to the tremendous effort of the Advocacy Team with many others also involved in different ways. That bodes well for our ongoing advocacy activities on behalf of the cycling community. However, there is still a lot of advocacy work to do – perhaps it is a never ending activity - so there is room for others to join in and assist. I take this opportunity to thank all who have assisted Pedal Power to have another successful year – Council members, volunteers, contract staff and others. Your efforts have resulted in benefits to members, the bike riding community and the community at large. Without your efforts there would be no Pedal Power and the bike riding facilities and environment would be poorer. Pedal Power is well positioned to have another great year in 2008 with more effective advocacy and more people in the community riding bikes resulting in a healthier Canberra community. John Widdup MEMBERSHIP & MEMBER SERVICES Overview Pedal Power reached a total of 1,744 members (1,267 memberships) in 2007, comprising 42% individual members and 58% household members. This is a pleasing increase in membership of 3.1% over the previous year. There are 1,000 more members than in 1998. A very high proportion of members have provided Pedal Power with an email address through which they can be contacted. MEMBERSHIP GROWTH Since early 2007, this has been used instead of a physical address to notify them when their membership is due for renewal. Members who do not renew, and who do not tell us that they are 2000 not renewing, receive a second email a few weeks after their membership has expired drawing attention to that fact and 1500 Individuals reminding them of the benefits of membership. The use of email 1000 H/Hold Members in this way saves a great deal of volunteer labour and expense in sending out conventional letters, which are now only sent to 500 members without a valid email address. It would be helpful if 0 members who change their email address during the year could 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 let us know. Apart from making life easier for the organisation, it Year enables members to continue receiving the informative fortnightly e-bulletin. Member Survey From November 2007, members have been invited to complete an on-line survey when they receive their membership renewal reminder. This survey will provide continuing feedback on how well Pedal Power is serving the needs of our members. Results will be reported from time to time in the Canberra Cyclist.

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The Office

Members were able to visit the Office four days a week (9 am to 1 pm) in 2007. In 2008 the office will be open from 11 am to 1 pm on Tuesday to Friday. (These office opening hours may change and members will be notified in the email bulletin.) Members can renew their membership, purchase merchandise, or browse the journals and books. New members are especially welcome. Since the move to the ‘new’ Griffin Centre, Pedal Power has made extensive use of its space for meetings as well as office activities. The Canberra Cyclist The Canberra Cyclist is the official magazine of Pedal Power ACT Inc. and is an important and effective method of communicating with members and the community. It is a leader amongst similar publications of state cycling organisations. The magazine is published bi-monthly and provides readers with a mix of articles related to Pedal Power activities, bikes and bike riding, stories and reports about members’ activities including rides in the local area, around Australia and overseas. The Advocacy Team makes regular reports on about their progress in ‘getting more Canberrans cycling, more often, for a better community’. Each edition includes the ride calendar giving details of forthcoming Pedal Power events, rides and activities to supplement the web based events calendar. The Canberra Cyclist attracts advertising from sponsors, companies and organisations promoting their products and services. Many volunteers produce and distribute the Canberra Cyclist - they included: writers; photographers; editors; proof readers; ride calendar compilers; distributors and many others. Julia Widdup was the magazine editor throughout the year and was responsible for the editorial, layout and production. Help with editing and proof reading was provided by Carol Taylor, John Widdup and others. Luke Wensing and Alasdair Sinclair produced the mail-out address sheets and arranged postage. They, together with Paul Truebridge, arranged and managed the mailing nights (where the magazine is put into postage bags with a mailing address sheet and any inserts). Each mailing night was attended by a number of volunteers who did the work – many were regulars who turned up to help on most occasions. Annemarie Driver and her faithful adopt-a-shop team members undertook the distribution of the Canberra Cyclist ride calendar to shops and organisations. Canberra Cyclist has a print run of 1,400 copies that are distributed to members; sponsors, organisations giving member discounts, politicians; government departments, selected cycling organisations and some in the broader community. It is estimated that over 2,500 people read each edition. Thanks go to all who have helped in make the Canberra Cyclist a successful voice for bike riding and bike riders in the Canberra community. Your efforts are highly valued by Pedal Power members and the cycling community. To those businesses that have advertised and given their support throughout the year we say thank you and hope you will continue to support us and encourage others to do likewise in the coming year. Pedal Power intends to continue publishing and distributing the Canberra Cyclist on a bi-monthly basis. The most recent edition (February- March 2008) was the 200th. Pedal Power Website The year 2007 saw our first serious attack on the site by a spammer/hacker, who targeted the events submission page. It was also the first time we had a full loss of the site for a short period due to a maintenance mix-up. Both these issues have been dealt with and the site is now stable, and secure. The site statistics reveal that there were over 60,000 unique visitors over the year with over 1.5 million hits. During the year, some aspects of site management have been passed on to other members, and this will continue in 2008. It is envisaged that there may be an overhaul of the site during the year. Possible improvements to the site will be examined, and any member who feels that they might be able to contribute to that activity should contact the Pedal Power Office. E-Mail Bulletin Pedal Power’s email bulletin is a fortnightly publication that keeps members, and others who subscribe, up-to-date with the most recent information and, sometimes, with late-breaking news which could not practicably be delivered any other way. It supplements the Canberra Cyclist magazine and the Pedal Power web site. The content of email bulletins is largely contributed by Pedal Power officers and members and members of like-minded organizations. Content is restricted to matters considered relevant and/or of interest to members relating to Pedal Power activities and other cycling-related activities in the local region and elsewhere. This formula appears to be successful and has not changed from the previous year. During 2007 there were 29 bulletins issued including three ‘special’ (unscheduled) bulletins and one email notice to members. After four years as the email bulletin editor, Martin Pikler handed-over the role to Eva Pidgeon in February 2007. During the hand-over period Martin developed a spreadsheet based process to partly automate the ongoing validation of email addresses. The email bulletin is issued to two subscriber lists: members who have email addresses (and have not declined the subscription), and members of the public who subscribe via the Pedal Power web site. In liaison with the Pedal Power office, the subscriber lists were extensively reviewed to delete or correct invalid addresses. Subscriber lists are not available to any other organisation or entity. During 2007 the total number of email bulletin subscriptions from members changed from 1,120 to 1,312 (as at mid-December) and public web subscriptions increased from 690 to around 770. That means Pedal Power sent out some 2,100 email bulletins each fortnight. The distribution of the email bulletin during 2007 has been free of technical difficulties, apart from minor delays to one issue due to bulk emailing size restrictions, and the impacts of ever improving anti-spam measures (particularly in workplaces) that caused an increase in the number of ‘bounced’ emails. Pedal Power intends to continue to send out email bulletins and will examine future improvements to the visual presentation.

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Bike Maintenance Courses Pedal Power conducts bike maintenance courses at the beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. The beginner’s course over (4 hours) teaches participants to do pre-ride checks, make basic adjustments, repair punctures and other road side repairs so that they can confidently fix things when out riding. In 2007, new members were given an opportunity to participate in these beginners courses free of charge. However to ensure that Pedal Power could continue to provide these important courses in 2008, a subsidised fee of $20 will be charged (less than half of what other bike groups charge for such courses). Some additional beginner’s courses were conducted for the ANU Bicycle Cooperative and a few Pedal Power members attended. The intermediate course (6 hours) builds on the beginners course with more detailed adjustments to brakes and gears, service of wheel hubs, replacement the bearings and more. These courses were run for a modest fee ($50) in 2007 and that will continue in 2008..The advanced courses (over 2 days) covers all the other aspects of bike maintenances including bearings, gears, head sets, bottom brackets, wheel building and repair. These courses were run for a very reasonable fee ($100) in 2007 and that will continue in 2008. Doug Thompson and Silke Smaglinski ran the courses for many years but at the end of 2006 they advised that they were looking for a change and would not be running them in 2007. The maintenance courses in 2007 were conducted by Cameron Leslie and Simon Troman. Simon ran one intermediate level course and Cameron one intermediate course at the University Bike Co-op. No beginner courses were run by either of them for Pedal Power. Silke Smaglinski and Alan Paine, from the Bike Museum, ran one beginners course in September for around 20 Pedal Power participants to try and clear the backlog. In 2008 Doug Thompson and Silke Smaglinski will again manage and run the maintenance courses (beginners, intermediate and advanced), with the aim of attracting and training a core pool of instructors so that Doug and Silke can take a well earned rest for that activity. The 2008 courses are intended to be run at The Canberra Bike Museum in Dickson. Pedal Power and its members are indebted to those who have conducted the bike maintenance courses the last and previous years and who will be conducting them in 2008. Information and Social Evenings Pedal Power members and guests were treated to another year of stimulating and informative presentations at the Pedal Power Information and Social Evenings. These were arranged by Sep Westerhuis and Anne McDevitt and held at the Canberra Southern Cross Club in Woden on the third Wednesday of each month, except January, February (set aside for the Pedal Power AGM) and December (the Christmas party) The first Evening of the year was held in March, with a presentation by Leon Arundell, who spoke on the relative costs of cycling, vis a vis motoring or other forms of travel. Leon also had available for those interested, a printed summary which set out the parameters and methods used in his findings. In April the annual winter clothing and lighting presentation was held, and this year we had Trevor and Jaynie from the Lonsdale Street Cyclery explain and demonstrate their merchandise. After the presentation, merchandise was sold at a generous discount to members, and both the buyers and the seller were satisfied with the results. In May there was a very interesting presentation from Club President John Widdup and wife Julia on their cycling tour to USA and Canada. The PowerPoint pictures were great and they showed nicely the ground covered by John and Julia, including lots of water! The June presentation was given by Anne McDevitt and Phil Baron on their recent cycling tour in the North Island of New Zealand. A good crowd came along to see some spectacular photos, and hear their account of what they saw and experienced in the ‘Land of the Long White Cloud’. Another challenging trip was the subject of the July social night when Rick Wellman spoke on his cross-Canada tour, which he completed in 2003. This was a fascinating presentation, and Rick gave a good account of his experiences there with many terrific photos of the people involved in the ride, as well as the scenery through which they passed. Another presentation on a ride in New Zealand, but with a difference, was given in August, when Jeff Ibbotson spoke on the recent Pedal Power tour that followed remote trails in the South Island. His talk was attended by a good crowd, many of whom were obviously avid MTB fanciers. The September Evening was a little different with a visit to the Bicycle Museum in Dickson. Hosts Annemarie and Rod Driver showed an audio-visual presentation on historic cycling events and developments and then members were free to walk around the Museum, and be amazed at the weird and wonderful cycles, or look through the fascinating posters and booklets and photos etc displayed. In October, David Thomson spoke on his recent challenging cycle journey through France's Auvergne and Languedoc regions, with a little of the Italian Dolomites and the German Black Forest thrown in for good measure. David continues to amaze us with his cycling adventures, accounts of which are delivered in his unique entertaining style. A further (extra) challenging ride was the subject of the November Evening when Kerry-Ann Smith and Michael Bentley related their experiences cycling in France including their rides in the Paris-Brest-Paris 2007. Some excellent photos and detailed descriptions of the experience were given, with everyone present impressed by their determination and stamina in tackling this event. As in past years, the December social night was the annual Pedal Power Christmas party. Although some rain fell, and more was threatened, a hardy group of about thirty members gathered in Lennox Gardens to celebrate another successful and enjoyable year of cycling. Santa Claus again made an appearance and distributed some small presents to those attending Pedal Power again thanks the Canberra Southern Cross Club for providing a room in which to hold the social nights, free of charge. Members also appreciate a place where they can go to after the presentations, to enjoy refreshments and to chat with their cycling friends in a more relaxed setting. Long-time conveners Sep Westerhuis and Anne McDevitt have enjoyed enormously the regular stimulation and fellowship that these evenings have provided but have now retired from this task and have passed on the responsibility for arranging these gatherings to Keith and Gillian Helyar.

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Insurance Pedal Power maintains insurance policies covering: • Legal liability to third parties insurance for Pedal Power ACT Inc. and its members, officials and volunteers that covers legal liability to third parties to compensate third parties ($20,000,000 limit each claim and each year) with regard to personal injury, death and/or property damage as a result of an occurrence arising from a bicycle riding activity anywhere except within United States of America, Canada or their territories. • Professional indemnity insurance covering claims made against Pedal Power (provided they are notified to the Insurer during the period of insurance) for actual or alleged breaches of professional duty in the activities as described herein by reason of any act, error or omission committed or allegedly committed by or on behalf of the Insured ($2,000,000 limit each claim and each year). • Bicycle riders accident insurance covering all Pedal Power members while whilst they are participating in ‘bicycle (including 3 wheel trikes) riding’ in Australia or New Zealand that provides defined compensation base on the consequences to the member from the accident (as per a schedule in the policy documentation). • Voluntary workers accident insurance covering all Pedal Power volunteers (aged 16-70 years) whilst the volunteer is actually engaged in unpaid voluntary work performed on behalf of Pedal Power provided that such work is officially organised by and under the control of Pedal Power including necessary direct travel to, from or during such voluntary work that provides defined compensation base on the consequences to the volunteer from the accident (as per a schedule in the policy documentation). • Association liability insurance covering the legal liability of Pedal Power through the conduct of its activities or the provision of services and members of council, executive and any management committee for their personal responsibility for their actions and the performance of their duties, in certain circumstances, where they fail to act. It includes cover for civil proceedings, criminal proceedings, trade practices actions, occupational health and safety actions, libel and slander, infringement of copyright, fraud and dishonesty, loss of documents, insured verses insured and employee actions. Note that the above is a summary of the insurance cover and is to be taken as a guide only and for full details reference must be made to the policy documents held by Pedal Power. Pedal Power will review its insurance cover in 2008 and it is not expected to alter significantly. Merchandise Pedal Power concentrated its merchandising operations in 2007 on promoting the sales of the Cycling and Walking Map of Canberra and Cycle Canberra (the Red Book of rides in Canberra and the Region). Sales during 2007 were: 1. The Cycling and Walking Map of Canberra map is a very popular product. Gross sales value in 2007 through retail outlets, and from the PP website/office, amounted to a healthy $9,050. 2. The Cycle Canberra book describes 40 rides and was published in 2002. It continues to be a favorite among riders looking for new riding adventures in Canberra and the wider region. Gross value of sales in 2007 was $1,730. 3. The value of sales of Pedal Power jerseys and T-shirts amounted to $1,530 in 2007. Currently Pedal Power is not restocking jerseys or T-shirts. Pedal Power offers these products for sale from our office, by telephone and through its website. Discounts and Deals Discounts on purchases were offered to members during 2007 by the following businesses. Bike Shed Flying Furniture Cycles a) 42 Mort Street, BRADDON WATSON b) 14 Hindmarsh Drive PHILLIP Bike Culture c) 56 Ernest Cavanagh Street, GUNGAHLIN Shop 7, O’Connor Shops, O’CONNOR TLC Cycles Jurkewicz Adventure Store 36 Botany Street PHILLIP 47 Newcastle Street, FYSHWICK Cycle Surgery Cycle City 41 Kesteven St, FLOREY Ride Shop Corner Hall and Wattle Streets, LYNEHAM Shop 2/4 Lonsdale Street, BRADDON Bicycle Pannier Bags Hammer n’ Cycle C/- Doug Thompson and Silke Smaglinski, CAMPBELL Shop 5, Crawford Centre, 166 Crawford Street, QUEANBEYAN Onya Bike Warehouse a) 61 Lathlain Street BELCONNEN Rebel Sport b) Corner Newcastle & Collie Streets FYSHWICK a) Shop125B/level 3,Westfield Shoppingtown, BELCONNEN c) Tuggeranong Homeworld, 44 Market Way, Rebel Sport TUGGERANONG b) Shop LM2, WodenPlaza PHILLIP Row ‘n’ Ride Lonsdale Street Cyclery Canberra Avenue, FYSHWICK 5 Lonsdale Street, BRADDON ACT Bike Superstore Kambah Cycles 20-24 Essington Street, MITCHELL Kambah Shopping Centre, Kambah Village, KAMBAH Youth Hostels Australia Mal Adjusted All YHA hostels 11 Woolley Street DICKSON

6 Pedal Power has a special deal for members at all Rebel stores through an MVP program. By presenting their card at Rebel Sport, members will be issued with an MVP card that entitles them to a 5% discount on most purchases. Pedal Power also receives a 5% credit from purchases. THE COMMUNITY Ride to Work Pedal Power received a small grant from ACT Health Promotion in early 2007 for developing workplace-based Ride to Work support. The project allowed us to increase our Ride to Work network to 90 workplace contacts, and identified future directions for the program. A successful application was made for funding to “Healthy Active Australia Communities and Schools” from the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing. The new project will further develop our Ride to Work program during 2008, and integrate it with National Ride to Work Day. It will provide information and other resources to encourage people to participate in Ride to Work Day, and to support them in riding to work throughout the year. By December 2007 the Ride to Work network had grown to more than 130 workplace coordinators and over 1,800 participants. National Ride to Work Day Pedal Power arranged and managed the Canberra part of the National Ride to Work Day on 17 October 2007. A record number of Canberrans, estimated at 4,000, participated with over 1,600 riders from almost 100 workplaces. Over 700 people attended Ride to Work Day breakfasts in Civic, the ANU, Parkes, Woden and Bruce. Commuter Challenge events were held on the day and demonstrated that on two commuter routes, bicycles are faster than cars, and almost as fast on a third route. Bike Skills With a combination of support from ACT Sport and Recreation Services and NRMA Insurance, Pedal Power undertook a programme to train members to become proficient at teaching basic bicycle riding skills to the community at large. Pedal Power ran an Instructor Training program in 2007. There is a constant stream of request by people wanting to learn, or relearn, to ride bicycles. Pedal Power is now in a position to run regular courses, with trained instructors. The instructors subsequently used their skills in the two New Horizons programs and one Adult Learn-to-Ride program. Primary Schools Bike Education The Primary Schools Bike Education programme teaches sound cycling habits to children attending Years 3 to 6 in ACT schools. It captures children at a time when they are beginning to venture out on their bicycles and aims to instill habits of safety, awareness and responsibility while cycling. The Bike Education program instigated by Dennis Puniard, was revamped after he left Pedal Power. After much thought and consideration Raynie McNee continued her teaching of the program for Pedal Power into Term 1 and 2 of 2007. In the first half of 2007 the 8-week program was taught at six schools totaling approximately 404 participants. It is estimated that the cost of the program equated to approximately $65.00 per child, fully funded by the NRMA ACT – Road Safety Trust. Pedal Power determined that, having established the program, it no longer wished to be the primary supplier of the service. Subsequently, to secure the future continuation of the program, Raynie McNee, after many discussions with Pedal Power and the NRMA ACT Road Safety Trust (the original funder of the program), started Cycle Education Pty Ltd and continued the presentation and development of the program in the local primary schools. Safe Routes to School Cycling Bus ACT Health Promotion provided Pedal Power a small grant to pilot a Cycling School Bus in 2007. On reviewing the project guidelines it was realized that the need to provide specific training was not allowed for in the original grant. Consequently Pedal Power returned the grant, and re-applied for a grant in 2008 that included Bike Education training both for students and for parent “drivers and “conductors.” That grant application was not successful. Pedal Power has participated with the YWCA in the Walking School Bus Reference Group, exploring the possibility of more closely integrating the Cycling School Bus and Walking School Bus programs. FITAbility FITabillity is a joint program between Pedal Power and FIT (Females In Training) that offers tandem cycling opportunities to vision impaired people over recent years. FIT has a number of racing tandems and, together with some other tandems, these are used to support a broad group of interested riders across the ACT and surrounding NSW districts. During 2007 a cruiser tandem and two tandem bike racks were bought and it is intend to buy one more tandem in 2008. Tandem cycling is available to vision impaired adults and those with other disabilities who would otherwise be unable to ride a bike. In tandem riding a ’pilot’ rides is up front and looks out for obstacles, steers, brakes, and changes gears. There are a number of experienced cyclists trained in tandem riding to pilot for a cycling buddy - or stoker, who provides the extra pedaling power. In June 2007, FITability was successful in gaining a grant from ACT Health Promotions that will enable FITability to continue and expand. Four tandem coaching sessions were held to improve tandem riding skills, for our riders. Experience Paralympics pilot, Kial Stewart and cycle coach John Armstrong coached on respective days. Fitability won two awards: The Making a Difference award, from Vision Australia and the ACT Chief’s Ministers Inclusion award in the category of Inclusion in the Community- Individual or Team. Lauren Brand, from Pedal Power, and Rosemary Robinson, from FIT, are the stalwarts behind the success of FITability and we thank them all the people who have helped with the program over the year for their efforts.

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New Horizons During 2007 two “New Horizons for Women” Cycling Development Courses coordinated by Dianne Truebridge. Both these courses have been self-funded; however there has been support from, ActewAGL, Bicycle Super Store, Rebel, Lonsdale Street Cycles, The Bike Shed, Atlas Physio and others – approximately 19 volunteers from Pedal Power. From all reports, those who participated achieved their aims, and more, indicating that they considered the course to have been of great benefit. The first course commenced in mid February with 34 enrolled participants, at least two thirds of whom, at the end of the course, participated in the weekend ride from Canberra to Yass and back. A participant from this course has gone on to do the “Cycling Instructor” course while others have participated in ’Rail Trail‘ rides and other cycling events. The second course commenced in mid-October, again having 34 enrolled participants. Twenty-two from this class participated in the weekend ride from Canberra to Yass and return. During Dianne’s absence, while cycling in Europe, Jo Parkinson undertook the task of Assistance Coordinator and did much to make the second course the success that it was. Those members of Pedal Power who assisted with the courses are thanked for their devotion to the program. There is a waiting list of candidates for the course and there are plans to hold two “New Horizons for Women” courses during 2008, the first to commence in February and the second in October. The possibility of a ‘New Horizons for Seniors’ course in 2008 is being investigated. Bike Parking Pedal Power provided its bicycle parking racks free of charge for the following functions in Canberra during 2007: Floriade, National Folk Festival, Fitz’s Challenge, Ethical Investments Big Canberra Bike Ride, Rotary Tour of Canberra, Ride to Work Day and the Business of Cycling Breakfast (organised by the Cycling Promotion Fund at Parliament House in August). At all these events the racks were highly utilised. The management of Floriade generously provided Pedal Power with $600 to have more racks made. We started the year with parking racks for about 50 bikes but now have capacity for about 80 bikes with a more versatile setup. The parking arrangements at the National Folk Festival were different this year in that Pedal Power had a location immediately inside the Flemington Road gate. Although this site was not undercover as in previous years, Pedal Power had a tent and a large area for the bike parking. The racks were overflowing every day so the change of location proved to be a good decision. Thank you to all the volunteers who made all this bike parking possible and especially to Neville Reece for doing most of the bike parking arrangements and Mark Crawford for taking over the storage of the racks. Bike Lockers The bike lockers at all bus interchanges and at Gungahlin next to the Market Place are supplied by the ACT Government (Territory and Municipal Services) and managed by Pedal Power. Quantities at each location are Belconnen 10, Civic 16, Gungahlin 2, Tuggeranong 10 and Woden 12. There is still a strong demand at Civic, Belconnen and Woden but less at the other locations. Vandalism is a constant problem with some sites. A bank of two lockers at Tuggeranong was turned over, with its pavers, and a bike was stolen. We are currently addressing the vandalism and theft issue with ACT Transport and Municipal Services and may put floors in all lockers to improve their security. Rail Trails Pedal Power has maintained a watching brief over the arguments about rail trails in NSW. There is growing support for the conversion of disused rail corridors to multi user trails suitable for more than just bicycles. It will be some time before the idea of unstructured recreation activities in proximity to farming becomes accepted. ADVOCACY

The Pedal Power Advocacy Team's mission is the same as Pedal Power's: 'More Canberrans cycling, more often, for a better community'. The Team of dedicated volunteers was ably led through out the year by Tony Shields. All Pedal Power members, and others in the Canberra bike riding community, are very grateful of the time and effort of all those involved in Pedal Power’s Advocacy Team and the useful achievements produced. Their efforts were recognised by Australian Ethical Investment with a monetary award for their contribution to the community. Pedal Power is represented by Advocacy Team members on the ACT Government’s Bicycle Users Group (BUG) that holds regular meetings at approximately six week intervals to discuss bike riding issues in the ACT. The Team’s works continues under four broad strategies: - deciding on the solutions (e.g., bike path design, bicycle parking guidelines) considered will get the most Canberrans cycling for the least money; - advocating cycling generally and our particular cycling solutions by making sure it is the right solution, at the right time, and showing why our solution will be effective; - building relationships with decision makers so we understand them and sell our solutions easily; and - encouraging and help others (e.g., members) to also advocate for cycling. In 2007 the Advocacy Team was able to gain some of the benefits of their previous work and reduced the number of priority tasks undertaken from ten to seven. This enabled us to focus better on the remaining tasks. The most prominent of these priories were: - The adoption of new cycling and walking engineering standards by the ACT Government so that when works are built they are the most cost effective. After two and a half years of persistence, the new standards titled ‘Design Standards for Urban

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Infrastructure Part 13 Walking and Cycle Facilities’ were adapted by the ACT Government in June 2007. - Advocacy for funding for projects in the ACT Budget which are most likely to get the most Canberrans cycling for the least money. Pedal Power’s efforts in the 2007-08 Budget were not as successful as we would have liked. However, we are expecting a better outcome in the 2008-09 Budget as we have improved the way we present our projects and our effectiveness speaking to decision makers. Other 2007 successes include: - An ACT Government commitment to install 39 much-needed bike racks around the Canberra Centre; - A pedestrian crossing traffic light which enable users of the Aranda-Lake Burley Griffin cycle path to cross Lady Denman Drive safely; - Signage on the Sullivan’s Creek cycle path which we hope will be the first step towards finally signing Canberra 's cycle paths; and - Continued installation of cycle lanes as part of resealing which is a very cost effective way of installing cycle facilities. This year Pedal Power focused on six projects which we advocate to the ACT Government: Two of these projects are projects the ACT Government has funded and will be built in 2008: 1. Launceston Drive improvements that will safely allow people cycling southbound on Yarra Glen into Woden without having to use the dangerous Woden roundabout. 2. Northbourne Avenue cycle lanes between Swindon St and Antill Street that will complete an unbroken cycle lane/cycle path link all the way from Gungahlin to Woden. Three projects have been the focus of our budget efforts: 3. Directional Signage. Canberra has one of Australia’s best cycle path networks but also one of Australia’s worst signposted. It is time for Canberra to catch up with the other Australian states and signpost our cycle paths properly. Some signage has already been installed but much more is needed 4. Jerrabomberra Wetlands Path. Necessary to make the best half day cycle ride in Australia –the Lake Burley Griffin cycle ride. 5. Cotter Road cycle lanes from Stretton Drive to Adelaide Avenue. To safely link Stromlo Park and Weston Creek to the City and Barton. 6. Airport bike path. A safe cycle connection to the Airport where over 5,000 people now work and an eventual workforce of 15,000 is planned. We hope see to see on-road bike lanes and a bicycle path built in 2008-2011 as part of the airport road works; however we have to continue advocating for this project At the beginning of 2007 the Advocacy Team improved the format of its agenda papers by including a section to remind members of the priorities and what was need to do to be effective. The extra 5 to 10 minutes this takes to go through at the start of each meeting has proved effective in making sure we are on track. In 2007 our wise and tenacious cycling advocate Peter Strang moved on after five years with Pedal Power. Ben Battisson has taken up this role and he has brought new insight and enthusiasm. His links with Canberra's other cycling groups provide new opportunities. The Pedal Power advocacy team comprises Tony Shields - team leader, Ben Battisson - cycling advocate, Lyndel Post – BUG coordinator, Geoff Farrer, Neville Reece, Kip Tanner, Terry George, Ben Elliston , John Widdup, June Hornby, Tim Levy, Paul Truebridge, David McCook, David Ault and Roger Bacon. Helen Curtis has acted as a mentor in her role as Vice President. RIDES AND EVENTS Overview Staging cycle rides and events for members and others is one of the principal objectives of Pedal Power. This year the program included regular local half and full day rides, weekend away rides, trips to other cycling events, the Big Canberra Bike Ride, Fitz’s Challenge and participation in the Brindabella Challenge. Pedal Power supported rides by other organizations and encouraged members to participate. These included the Sydney Spring Cycle, the Rotary Scenic Cycle Tour of Canberra, Sydney to the Gong, the NSW Big Ride, Audax Australia, Dungog Pedalfest and Around the Bay in a Day. Pedal Power rides and events were successful as a result of the efforts Number of cycle rides & events offered of a large number of volunteers to whom Pedal Power, its members Month / Year 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 and the cycling public in the ACT and surrounding areas are indebted. January 18 22 13 13 17 17 11 The events calendar on the Pedal Power web site is the organisation’s February 14 19 14 13 17 18 11 primary source of information about events and proved popular and useful to members and others, including visitors to Canberra. In March 24 17 15 12 18 21 11 addition, a bi-monthly ride and events calendar was also published in April 21 20 19 16 13 25 11 the Canberra Cyclist magazine. The calendar was also distributed to May 20 17 19 18 9 8 10 cycle shops, libraries and other public places by the adopt-a-shop June 19 18 18 16 10 21 14 group. July 21 18 17 16 10 18 12 Statistics August 19 15 18 16 7 13 13 Pedal Power staged over 240 cycle rides and events throughout the September 23 18 16 14 10 11 12 year (numbers for each month are given in adjacent table) that October 21 16 14 18 16 17 17 involved some 4,000 participants who cycled more than 260,000 km November 21 21 17 13 12 12 16 as part of these rides and events. The ages of the riders were form youths up to 90 years and some one third of the participants were December 21 21 21 14 8 11 13 female. Total 242 222 201 179 147 192 151

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Day Cycle rides Saturday morning breakfast rides started on alternative weeks from the Acton Ferry Terminal and had slower-shorter and faster-longer options. On the other weeks the rides started from different locations around Canberra. The destination for these rides was always a café to enjoy sustenance and the company of fellow riders. These rides continued to be very popular with between 15 and 40 riders each Saturday. Special ‘breakfast rides’ were held on New Year’s Day and Australia Day with many attendees proving that even festivities do not deter the committed rider. Pedal Power has a social ride each fortnight starting at Acton Ferry Terminal. They usually went for about 30 km return and had coffee or drink stop at a local café on the way. These rides are becoming more popular with about twenty riders on many occasions. Mid-week ‘morning tea’ rides were programmed for most of 2007 but the number of participants were small and they have been discontinued. If there is further interest, they could be resurrected. ‘Big Ride Training Rides’ were conducted early in the year to prepare participants for the NSW Big Ride. These built up over eight weeks from 50 to 100 km and attracted some 20 riders each week. The ‘Ride of the Century’ series building up to 100 km was held in May and June with a number of riders achieving the 100 km distance. Our previous ‘long riders’ rides were no longer conducted as a separate series and members were encouraged to undertake other long rides and/or join the local Audax rides. The Winter Solstice Dinner with rides was held in June with two short rides between courses for the energetic, or another glass of red for those who weren't. Members supported the National Heart Foundation by raising funds and riding on the Red Heart Day. Sunday Wanderers These rides are conducted on bitumen surfaced roads in and around Canberra in the ACT and NSW. The objective of the Sunday Wanderers rides is to satisfy the 'thirst' for intermediate length (70 to 100+ km) rides for enjoyment, fitness and companionship and to replace the Long Rider events that were previously organised by some members who have moved over to the Audax program. Over the last few years a sizeable group the regular Sunday Wanderers has become significantly fitter and faster and this tended to discourage any newcomers when they get left behind, even though the bunch waited at points along the route. Consequently a shorter, slower ride (50 to 80 km) ride was offered each Sunday and this encouraged some new riders – some of whom subsequently joined the longer faster group. The number of riders varies a bit with the season, weather and other events. Thirty riders, comprising 15 in the fast group and 15 in the slow group, is an excellent turnout with typically 10 to 20 turning up for both rides. Future plans are to vary the rides more and to encourage newcomers to join in and to keep coming back for more. Weekend Away Rides During the year, Pedal Power organised a number of ‘weekend away’ rides (most described in the Canberra Cyclist) including the following: February: Illawara Escape This weekend was based in Wollongong staying at the YHA. The Saturday ride went south to Kiama, Minimura and Jamberra. On Sunday riders re-created the Gong ride by catching a train north to Waterfall and riding back without 10,000 other cyclists. New Zealand South Island MTB Tour A small group of members organised and rode mainly of gravel and off-road tracks over 14 day tour between Christchurch and Dunedin. Easter Feast of Bike Riding at Laurel Hill Forest Lodge Tumbarumba during April A group of members went to Laurel Hill Forest Lodge for the Easter long weekend and road MTBs on forest trails and roads. There were a number of options - terrain, length and difficulty. Pedal Power Pub Crawl over the Anzac Long Weekend in April Over thirty riders undertook several days riding staying in country pubs. They assembled in their first pub in Beechworth and rode to Rutherglen via Chiltern. The next day they rode to Milawa and on to Myrtleford for another fabulous pub stay. The final day saw the group riding the rail trail back to Everton and up to Beechworth. Weekend Wander in May Some of the regular Sunday Wanderers riders had on a weekend ride from Dickson through Bungendore, Tarago, Lake Bathurst and Goulburn and returned doing a similar distance but on a different route through Gunning. Christmas in July at Crookwell A hardy band of souls braved the wintry weather for a convivial weekend in Crookwell. The Saturday riders battled cold and wind to reach Taralga after a breakfast stop at Laggen. On Sunday they took advantage of the wind to visit a wind farm before retreating to the Laggen café. Spring into Bundanoon during September Some members had another successful weekend away for in Bundanoon staying at the YHA. On the Saturday riders ventured to Burrawang and Fitzroy Falls and on the Sunday rode a shorter distance and explored the Penrose Forest. Spring Cycle 2007 in Sydney during October A group of members (smaller than in previous years) went to Sydney for a long weekend and rode in the Bicycle NSW organised Spring Cycle from North Sydney to Homebush Bay Olympic Park (50 km). They returned by train and on the next day checked out and rode along the bike path beside the M7 freeway.

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Sydney to the Gong 2007 in November A contingent of members stayed at the Wollongong YHA and took a train to Sydney to the start of the Gong ride. They then had a tough ride back to Wollongong into strong head winds – and sand blasting along the coast. Binalong Spring Tour in November This is a popular annual tour again started in Canberra and a group of members traveled on highway and some back roads to Binalong. This year the group stayed at the Royal Tara motel. On the Sunday they retraced the route back to Canberra. Major Bike Riding Events Australian Ethical Investment Big Canberra Bike Ride 2007 on 19 March 2007 Pedal Power conducted the Australian Ethical Investment Big Canberra Bike Ride on 19 March 2007 for the ninth time. The route is a leisurely 25 km 'on road' ride around the roads of inner Canberra designed to be suitable for everyone – young, not so young, families and friends – and is conducted as a ‘fun ride’ with morning tea in Dickson provided by The Tradies Club. Refreshments were available to participants. There was a short cut to the finish after 15 km (for those who found the full distance too much). This year there were 710 riders down a bit from the previous year - when there were 1,000 riders - due in part to the very wet weather. This is only the second time it has rained on the Big Ride. Riders who rode the full 25 km course ranged from a six year old to an 89 year old and some 31% were females. John Hargreaves MLA welcomed the riders and started them on their way. A donation of $1,000 from the proceeds of the event was given to the ACT Heart Foundation. The event was sponsored by Australian Ethical Investment. The Big Canberra Bike Ride will be on again next year for the tenth time on Monday 10 March 2008 (Canberra Day). IMB Fitz’s Challenge on 28 October 2007 Pedal Power successfully organised and ran the IMB Fitz’s Challenge for the twentieth time on 28 October 2007. This is Canberra’s biggest and best known long distance one day event. There is no podium at Fitz’s as it is not a race or time trial but a challenge for riders to complete their chosen distance over the hilly terrain with whatever the weather gives. This year there were 420 riders who tackled the four different rides in the hilly terrain to the south west of Canberra taking riders through the Cotter, Tharwa, Namadgi Park and Uriarra areas. Fitz’s Epic (a very serious 207 km challenge with lots of climbing) had 57 entrants; Fitz’s Classic (a daunting 165 km with plenty of climbing) had 131 entrants; Tharwa Challenge (the most popular 105 km challenge with some climbing) had 176 entrants; and Tidbinbilla Challenge (a 49 km ride through hilly country designed for the stronger social cyclist or those who do not like lots of big hills or long hours on the bike) had 63 entrants. The age of riders was from about 17 to over 65 with the majority aged between 30 and 55. Females comprised over 17% of all participants. Nearly all riders completed their challenge but the few who missed out can try again next year. This year the rides started from the new facilities at Stromlo Forest Park and consequently the routes were slightly different from previous years and a bit longer and tougher. The new arrangements were considered a success by riders, organisers and volunteers. So Pedal Power is planning to use the same facilities and courses again next year. IMB Banking and Financial Services sponsored the event this year. Again we were well served by the radio operators from WICEN (the ‘Community Service’ arm of the Wireless Institute of Australia, ACT Division), Sports Medicine Australia and all the volunteers who assisted to make the event a great success. Pedal Power intends to continue to stage this event in future years with the next year event on 26 October 2008. Brindabella Challenge, December 2007. The Brindabella Challenge was again organised by Australian Capital Tourism and Pedal Power organised three events and conducted two events: Brindabella MTB Ride This ride was an off-road social ride along high level scenic trails in the Namadgi National Park. There were four options: out and back along the Mt Franklin Rd to the lunch spot at the new Mt Franklin Chalet (50 km); out and back along the Mt Franklin Rd to Mt Ginini (62 km); Mt Ginini (70 km) or Mt Franklin (58 km); and return via the forest trails (70 km). The easier options were aimed at beginner mountain bikers providing exercise but no technical challenges along fairly smooth dirt tracks. The rides returning via the forest sections provided significant challenges to experienced riders, particularly with regard to vertical height ridden. Twenty nine rider registered - six were female. Unfortunately the event had to be postponed for 24 hours due to heavy rain. This led to only 11 riders turning up for the reprogrammed event. The weather during the ride was excellent and most riders opted to return from Mt Franklin via the forest trails. Only 3 riders rode to Mt Ginini. Lunch was provided by Melan Lee and Richard Bush dropped water and drove the support vehicle. Snacks were provided at two strategic points. Riders were provided with maps and cue sheets and the forest trails were laid out with arrows so people could ride at their own pace with no leader. Avis provided some minor sponsorship. Twilight Embassies Ride Friday 7 December Where else in the world can you ride beside a lake, take in Government House and 26 embassies and high commission, and finish with a sunset barbecue next to a Japanese garden? After a torrential downpour at lunchtime, the skies cleared for the 18 riders who pedaled off from Lennox Gardens on the Embassies Ride, complete with an escort of two police cars. The police left us after we left the sensitive Embassy region.

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The pace increased as participants rode over to pay our respects to the gates of Government House; and then returned around the lake in the golden afternoon light to Nara Park where the BBQ was well and truly alight and sizzling the steaks. Brindabella Challenge Federation Cycle This event was designed to take riders around inner Canberra and show them aspects of the city that relate to the Federation of Australia. Unfortunately, due to insufficient numbers registering, it was cancelled. Others' rides Pedal Power supported and advised the organisers of The Rotary Scenic Cycle Tour of Canberra that was run, for the third time, in October by the Rotary Club of Canberra Woden. It attracted over 250 riders and is proposed to become an annual event. ORGANISATIONAL DIRECTION & MANAGEMENT

Pedal Power is governed and managed by a Council, an Executive, an Executive Officer and volunteers. The Executive comprises the president, two vice presidents, secretary, treasure and executive officer. Council comprises the executive (less the executive officer) and up to five councilors all of whom are elected by members at the annual general meeting – or seconded by Council to fill a vacancy. The Council met regularly during the year and saw its main tasks as: ensuring Pedal Power meet its contractual, ethical and legal obligations and had sufficient resources to undertake that are well managed; determining the objectives and mission for Pedal Power and implementing activities to meet those objectives and missions; and ensuring the ongoing viability of Pedal Power. The Executive was seen as primarily undertaking the day to day activities as required to run Pedal Power for the benefit of members. However during 2007, the clear demarcation of roles between Council and the Executive was not achieved in practice and there was a considerable overlap between the respective roles. In the coming year it is intended to better differentiate the roles in practice. Pedal Power has service contracts with a part time Executive Officer and a part time Office Manager. Late in 2006 the then Executive Officer, Denis Puniard, resigned (as reported in the last annual report) and subsequently in January 2007 John Graydon was appointed as Executive Officer. In October John resigned after he was appointed to the management of the World Mountain Bike World Championships to be held in Canberra in 2009 and considered that, as a consequence, he was unable to give Pedal Power sufficient attention. John subsequently was seconded to the Council. In October Leon Arundel was appointed as Executive Officer for six months with a satisfactory review required before the contract is extended. Leon was on the Council when selected and resigned before contracting his services to Pedal Power. The selection of the new Executive Officers was handled professionally. The position was advertised widely and the appointees were selected by a panel comprising Council members and in, the case of John Graydon, a representative of ACT Sport and Recreation. Amelia Mollett was the Office Manager for the first half of 2007 with Elaine Wai for the second half. Pedal Power is indebted to both Office Managers who provided a fine service for Pedal Power, its members and other enquirers, often giving service well beyond their contractual obligations. Council uses its Strategic Operational Plan as a guide to ensure that important and strategic matters were attended to, and not just the urgent day to day tasks that sometimes can distract us from important longer term matters. The Plan was reviewed and modified during the year. While discussion can be vigorous at Council and Executive, consensus decision making invariably prevailed in line with the Plan. Council reviewed the instrument of delegation, which sets out the powers that the Executive and various team leaders can exercise for the proper conduct and management of Pedal Power’s activities. In the last annual report it was mentioned that Council would give more attention to financial management in 2007. The improved financial reporting, including better use of job accounts, made it easier to assess the financial success of individual activities. Regulatory and reporting requirements were fulfilled including financial auditing and lodging of association returns. The Pedal Power Office Manager undertook day to day bill paying (after endorsement by two executive members), receiving and banking money and account keeping under the overall management of the Executive Officer. However, the Treasurer remained accountable to Council for the financial records and for financial matters of Pedal Power. In 2007, communication on financial matters was greatly improved over previous years and Council considered that it had good control and understanding of the financial position throughout the year. Risk was managed appropriately with plans in place for major events. The tragic crashes during Fitz’s Challenge in the previous year tested our responses to a serious incident and resulted in a review of the risk management for major events. Succession planning for Council members is very important to the ongoing success of Pedal Power. In the last year this proved difficult particularly as all Council members are volunteers who give of their time freely and few in the community seem willing to devote time to such activities. The absence of key Council members (particularly whilst touring overseas and within Australia) highlighted the importance of having backup people to provide continuity of effective management and direction. Greater attention should be given to succession planning in the coming years. Pedal Power can do nothing by itself – it is the large number of volunteers, including those on Council, assisted by the Executive Office and Office Manager who do the work and make Pedal Power a great organisation that gives good service to member, the bike riders and the general community through out the ACT. PARTNERSHIPS National Cycling Organisation Bicycle Federation of Australia (BFA) Pedal Power is a member of the BFA, the organisation that represents the interests of recreational cyclists in particular. It is concerned with national matters such as the national road rules, cycling conditions, and of immediate interest, the moves to change the benefits applicable for injuries sustained whilst traveling to and from the workplace.

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The Cycling Promotion Fund (CPF) The CPF established by and maintained from funds generated by bicycle sales, supports the BFA and directly supported Pedal Power with posters and brochures suited to various activities run by Pedal Power. Local Cycling Organisations Pedal Power is highly regarded in the cycling community, and has cooperated with Canberra Cycling Club, ACT Vets Cycling Club, CORC and Cycling ACT on committees and events, and especially with the Bicycle Users Group and the presentation of the Brindabella Challenge. Pedal Power looks forward to further opportunities to build on the alliances already established. Pedal Power is represented on the User Groups Committee for Stromlo Forest Park. Membership of other associations Pedal Power is a member of the ACT Conservation Council and the Australian Youth Hostel Association (YHA). Sponsorship Pedal Power receives sponsorship and support from a number of Government and private organisations. Without that support Pedal Power would not be able to be as effective as it is. Pedal Power is grateful for that support, leading the way for others to also recognise our efforts to get more Canberrans cycling more often. The ACT Government, through the Sport and Recreation Services ACT (Sport and Recreation Grants) and ACT Health (ACT Health Promotion Grants) provided operational support to Pedal Power through substantial grants. Australian Ethical Investment and IMB Banking and Financial Services provide Pedal Power with excellent support by each organisation sponsoring the Australian Ethical Big Canberra Bike Ride and the IMB Fitz’s Challenge respectively. Other sponsorship was provided during the year by: • The Oaks Brasserie Yarralumla offered free coffee and cake to renewing members. • The Southern Cross Club in Woden provided facilities for our monthly information and social meetings. • The Canberra Tradesmen’s Union Club (The Tradies) sponsored and hosted the morning refreshments in the Australian Ethical Big Canberra Bike Ride. • The Canberra Bicycle Museum and Resource Centre hosted some of the Pedal Power Bike maintenance sessions. • Smith Cycles donated a child’s bike as a prize at the Australian Ethical Big Canberra Bike Ride. • Sports Medicine Australia provided a first aider in attendance during the Australian Ethical Big Canberra Bike Ride. • Hammer ‘n’ Cycle, Onya Bike Belconnen and Lonsdale Cyclery provided prizes for distribution to participants in the Australian Ethical Big Canberra Bike Ride. • Elect Printing printed a number of Pedal Power flyers free of charge or at reduced rates. • Avis provided vehicle hire at half price for the Brindabella MTB Ride (Brindabella Challenge). FINANCIAL Treasurer’s Report for the 2007 Financial Year Pedal Power had a very successful financial year in 2007 with a surplus on the year’s operations of $38,953 on a total turnover of $228,000. On the income side, membership fee revenue increased by $20,406 – a combination of slightly higher membership numbers and a marginal increase in fees. On the expense side, the costs of operating Pedal Power (Core Expenses) were generally in line with budget levels except that payments to the Executive Officer were below budget by $17,800. This was an unusual occurrence due in part to the changeover to a new Executive Officer during the year. Net income from Events contributed $38,050 resulting, in the main, from good turnouts for the Big Canberra Bike Ride (despite rain) and Fitz’s Challenge, and generous sponsorships provided by Australian Ethical Investments (BCBR) and IMB (Fitz’s Challenge). As noted in the 2006 Annual Report, the Council introduced new procedures for authorising expenditure on events and this has provided greater budgetary control. Also, to provide greater transparency, income and expenditure has been divided between Core Operations and Events/Projects (see Statement of Financial Performance). Richard Bush, Treasurer

Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Financial Performance and Auditor’s Report are on the following pages.

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Pedal Power ACT Inc Statement of Financial Position For the year ended 31 December 2007 2007 2006 2005 $ $ $ $ $ $ ASSETS Current Assets Cheque Account 41,999.47 3,146.60 7,570.33 Cash Management Trust 22,887.84 21,629.77 20,336.93 Cash Float 50.00 50.00 50.00 Petty Cash 50.00 50.00 50.00 Cash Drawer 278.00 - - Trade Debtors 1,818.00 2,730.00 5,274.77 Stock on Hand 600.00 1,000.00 3,400.19 Total Current Assets 67,683.31 28,606.37 36,682.22 Other Assets Prepayment of Insurance 3,975.00 4,675.00 4,484.41 Trailers 3,501.77 1,424.54 Bike Tool Kit 2,272.73 2,500.00 Less Accumulated Depreciation (902.00) (325.00) Total Other Assets 8,847.50 8,274.54 4,484.41 Total Assets 76,530.81 36,880.91 41,166.63

LIABILITIES Current Liabilities Prov. for expenditure New Horizons (NH) 2007 2,600.00 - - Entry Fees Received in Advance NH 2008 2,363.60 - - Events Sponsorship Received in Advance 4,227.27 - - Grants Received in Advance: - - Operational Grants 5,000.00 - - Tied Grants 4,140.00 - - Total Grants Received in Advance 9,140.00 19,274.88 15,625.00 Deposits Received - 300.00 300.00 Trade Creditors - 1,350.00 - GST Collected 6,769.58 5,641.66 4,628.02 GST Paid (2,944.45) (5,107.29) (5,290.74) Total Current Liabilities 22,156.00 21,459.25 15,262.28 Total Liabilities 22,156.00 21,459.25 15,262.28 Net Assets 54,374.81 15,421.66 25,904.35

EQUITY Retained Earnings 15,421.66 25,904.35 37,047.16 Current Year Earnings 38,953.15 (10,482.69) (11,142.81) Total Equity 54,374.81 15,421.66 25,904.35

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Pedal Power ACT Inc Statement of Financial Performance For the year ended 31 December 2007 INCOME: 2007 2006 2005 Core Income (note 1) $ $ $ Income $ $ Membership 84,164 Membership 63,758 49,794 Corporate Membership 227 Corporate Membership 795 614 Operational Grants (note 2) 24,000 Operational Grants 24,000 25,000 Other Core Grants 545 Other Grants 42,982 27,702 Advertising 2,736 Sponsorship - 1,409 Donations 7,406 Advertising 2,877 2,675 Interest 1,313 Donations 3,911 683 Other Income 1,230 Interest 1,360 1,658 Sales of Jerseys and T Shirts 1,530 Other Income 4,268 3,022 Sales of Maps and Books 11,023 Contracts 8,250 12,941 Lockers 2,200 Sales of Jerseys & T shirts 3,614 7,232 Entry Fees 505 Sales of Maps & Books 13,296 10,314 Cost of Sales of Jerseys (400) Lockers 3,185 1,903 Total Core income 136,479 Entry Fees 46,250 37,544 Other Sales 227 862 Events/Projects Income Cost of Sales of Jerseys (3,098) (4,784) Tied Grants 41,596 Sponsorship 6,182 Entry Fees 43,417 Total Events/Projects Income 91,195

Total Income 227,674 Total Income 215,675 178,569

EXPENSES: Core Expenses (Note 3) Expenses Lobbyist 12,117 Lobbyist 12,127 11,987 Accounting Audit Fees 1,445 Consultants/Contractors 31,903 8,059 Office Manager 25,988 Office Manager 29,768 28,937 Executive Officer 15,797 Executive Officer 51,333 44,326 EO Advertising Commission 144 Volunteer Expenses 3,133 1,077 Volunteer's Expenses 315 Travel Expenses 529 831 Other Staff Expenses 193 Other Staff Expenses 198 230 Equipment Purchase 2,046 Equipment Purchase 1,918 1,964 Equipment Hire 1,154 Equipment Hire 1,784 1,453 Repairs and Maintenance 251 Software 381 54 Transport and Freight 53 Repairs & Maintenance 233 445 Bad Debts Written Off 314 Transport & Freight 294 415 Refund and Sales Returns 848 Postage 1,806 2,280 Postage (other than Magazine) 1,414 Maintenance - 42 Telephone/Fax 1,623 Telephone/Fax 1,317 1,597 Internet Access 1,393 Internet 1,081 659 Stationery/Computer Items 706 Stationery/Computer Items 2,523 3,991 Printing other than Magazine 4,266 Printing other than Magazine 6,173 6,872 Catering 18 Catering 3,902 6,360 Dues and Subscriptions 2,218 Advertising/Marketing 1,058 683 Bank/Financial/Legal Fees 306 Dues & Subscriptions 2,745 1,325 Merchant Fees and Charges 3,849 Donations 1,700 1,655 Insurance (not Personal Accident) 10,725 Accounting/Audit fees 1,090 1,040 Personal Accident Insurance 11,064 Bank/Finance/Legal Fees 297 187 Office Rent 5,235 Merchant Fees & Charges 3,519 2,999 Continued … Continued …

15 Pedal Power ACT Inc. 2007 Annual Report

2007 2006 2005 Electricity 718 Insurance 17,988 13,301 Venue Hire 102 Office Rent 5,160 3,501 Depreciation 577 Electricity 920 103 Trailer Registration 440 Venue Hire 3,006 6,012 Other Expenses 515 Depreciation 325 MYOB Training/Upgrades 871 Discount Memberships 13 Magazine Printing (note 4) 18,820 Other Expenses 8,962 2,408 Magazine Postage 3,625 Events Accommodation 7,759 Magazine Production Costs 1,512 Magazine Printing 9,533 13,391 Cost of Maps and Books 4,916 Magazine Postage & Freight 3,788 2,992 Total Core Expenses 135,578 Cost of Maps/Books 5,226 4,537 Cost of T shirts 2,666 Events/Projects Expenses Merchandise Costs 14,001 Office Manager 1,859 Executive Officer 3,610 Consultants/Contractors 26,245 Volunteer's expenses 3,751 Equipment Purchase 679 Equipment Hire 1,733 Repairs and Maintenance 21 Postage 3 Stationery 496 Printing 2,083 Catering 2,522 Marketing 82 Venue Hire 1,487 Other Expenses 2,122 Jerseys and T shirts 300 Accommodation 2,786 Donations 1,000 Prov. for New Horizons 2007 2,364 Total Events/Projects Expenses 53,143 Total Expenses 188,721 Total Expenses 226,158 189,712 Net Surplus / (Loss) 38,953 Net Profit / (Loss) (10,483) (11,143)

Notes: In 2007 the income and expenditure accounts were split into so called ‘core’ activities and ‘event and project’ activities for management purposes and the results are reported in that format in this annual report. Thus it is not possible to compare distinct line by line items of income and expenditure with previous years. Note 1. Core income means income from all operations other than Events/Projects Note 2. Operational Grants from ACT Government through Sport and Recreation and Health Note 3. Core Expenses means all expenses other than for Events/Projects Note 4. Costs in 2007 higher in part because of payment of accounts from 2006 Note 5. Surplus on Core Operations = $901 Note 6. Surplus on Events/Projects = $38,052

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