COVID-19 Riding from the 27th October 2020

With the COVID-19  isolation rules are easing, the WBUG committee have still suspended official rides. Confirming that Whittlesea is part of Melbourne and the Restrictions apply.

Key points

Restrictions are relaxed from Tuesday the 27th October 2020 for metropolitan Melbourne.

• Stay within 25km from home. Use the map on the Department of Premier and Cabinet website to see how far 25 km is from your home. 

• Restrictions for Regional Victoria, including Mitchell Shire, please check the Summary of changes to restrictions for metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.

• Everyone must wear a mask when they leave home, unless an exception applies

The following Victorian Government exercise rules have been established for the safety of all for residents of Metropolitain Melbourne

Exercise and Cycling

• You can leave home for exercise but there are limits:

• You must not travel more than 25km from where you live to exercise. 

• You can exercise outdoors in a group of up to 10 people. A Trainer is allowed to this limit.

WBUG Recommends

Use our exercise time to get out and stay healthy, raise a hand or give a nod to your fellow cyclists, and be mindful everyones time on the cycle tracks is now precious.  If you have an exercise bike or a bike trainer at home keep up the schedule and perhaps join a virtual exercise class or follow an online workout.  VicHealth has an excellent website that outlines how exercise can help during the coronavirus.. 

Remember to pack some hand sanitiser containing at least 60 per cent alcohol and stay at least 1.5 metres away from to other people. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds as soon as you return indoors.

We look forward to seeing you on an official WBUG once restrictions are relaxed, until then a big wave if we pass on the bike track.

ref: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/stage-4-restrictions-covid-19

ref: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/exercise-covid-19

ref: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/summary-of-the-changes-to-restrictions-for-metropolitan-melbourne-and-regional-victoria

How far is 25km?

The ABC Online has an interactive map that shows a 25 kilometre circle around your home.

Type your address into the search bar and a circle will appear showing your five kilometre radius.

Changes to footpath cycling laws

Last Updated on October 16, 2019

Vicroads has introduced new bicycle laws that will make it easier for kids to cycle safely.

What's new?

• Under 13 years can now ride on footpaths.
• 13 years and older can accompany a person who is under 13 to ride on a footpath.
• 18 years and above? You can now ride with a child in a child seat or pedalling on a hitch bike on the footpath.

For more info visit: http://bit.ly/35A6T24