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“Joe Rider” Collaboration with Queanbeyan-Palerang
Our friendly Road Safety Officer in Queanbeyan-Palerang has sent in this news item about the 2020 October “Joe Rider” campaign. It’s a key part of Motorcycle Awareness Month, and we’ll most likely see these riders on our roads. Spot Joe … Continue reading
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2020 AGM Results are in, and the New Execs are …
The 2020 MRA ACT Annual General Meeting was held as a MS Teams meeting on 29 September, where a new executive committee was elected: President: Mark Boast Vice President: Jen Woods The following general committee members have stayed on in … Continue reading
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Call to Arms: The Future of the MRA ACT
Your input is needed on the future of the Motorcycle Riders Association of the ACT The Motorcycle Riders Association of the ACT exists to support motorcyclists and motorcycle riding in the ACT and nearby regions. Over the past few years … Continue reading
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COVID-19’s Impact on the MRA ACT
Like most businesses and organisations/associations, the current coronavirus pandemic COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) has had an impact on the Motorcycle Riders Association of the ACT. Cancellation of the 2020 Blanket Run Postponement of General Members Meetings General Operational Impacts Cancellation of the … Continue reading
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[PRESS RELEASE] Motorcycle Awareness Week
How often do we hear “Sorry Mate, I didn’t See You” from a motorist who has either hit a motorcycle rider or had a near miss? The Motorcycle Riders Association of the ACT (MRA ACT) hears this a lot from … Continue reading
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From Motorbike Writer: Driver faces lane filtering charges
This is a link back to an article by Mark Hinchliffe which was posted on 14 May 2019 on his site You may recall that in October 2018 there were a few incidents on the Majura Parkway where a 4 … Continue reading
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MRA ACT President Puts Money Where Mouth Is
Lorne Thurgar, the MRA ACT President, recently took part in the M.A.S.T.E.R.S. course at the ACT’s Fairbairn Park Hillclimb Circuit, and wanted to let more people know how beneficial he found it (see the original post here, along with pictures … Continue reading
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Passing of Greg Williams
It is with great sadness that I announce to all our supporters of the MRA ACT, that Mr Greg Williams has recently passed away. Our condolences go to Greg’s family and friends. Greg was a valued friend and ardent supporter … Continue reading
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For safety’s sake: grants to help protect Canberra’s vulnerable road users
The President and Committee of the Motorcycle Riders Association of the ACT are pleased that Minister Rattenbury, through the ACT Road Safety Fund, has seen the value of funding the important Joe Rider motorcycle awareness campaign. Joe Rider is part … Continue reading
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From the AMC: Launch of MotoCAP
MotoCAP The right gear can greatly reduce the likelihood of permanent injuries from a crash and shorten hospital recovery times. With the right gear, you will enjoy a more comfortable ride, with less distraction, fatigue and dehydration. Riders are best … Continue reading
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