Community action and advocacy
About
“A Pedal Powered collective working to create a bike friendly city”
Vision
Sustainable transport is at the heart of Adelaide’s success as a people friendly and environmentally responsible city. Adelaide thrives on the fun and freedom that comes from cycling.
Mission
To engage the passion of the Adelaide cycling community and advocate for a direct, connected, safe and pleasant bicycle network across Greater Adelaide, connected to a superb regional cycling network.
Values
Participatory, open, inclusive, evidence based, fun and collaborative
Our approach
An independent, voluntary group lobbying Government to bring about improved conditions for everyday riders that:
- Supports the biking community and makes people feel proud to bike
- Speaks up for cyclists and encourage others to be vocal
- Campaigns for better bike infrastructure, greater network connectivity, appropriate speed limits and positive bike culture
- Informs and engages with decision makers in local, state and federal government
- Activates, supports and engagse with a network of Local Bicycle User groups in Greater Adelaide and Regional SA, who take responsibility for action in their local community
- Supports bike businesses and organisations
- Uses the media and other avenues to develop community support for sustainable transport options
From The Cyclists Protection Association to The Bicycle Institute of South Australia to Bike Adelaide – we have a proud history.
Meetings
BISA meetings are held at The Joinery, 111 Franklin Street, Adelaide starting at 6.30pm, on the 3rd Thursday of every month. All members are welcome to attend. Please ring Katie (0416 294 134) if you intend to attend.
