Our update from the Laverton Cycling Project in August!

Program coordinator, Sabine Bird, sent us this update following her monthly visit to Laverton.

“After successfully winning a competitive equipment grant through ASF, we received a multitude of sporting equipment from HART Sport to use for some bike skills practice in a playful way.

From finding various targets to throw sandbags or Velcro balls at, to stealing balls from “Kangaroo-pouches” on the kids’ backs, avoiding being hit by big rubber balls flying through the air, and navigating over obstacles… Thank you very much for enabling us to practice bike movements and developing a better feel for the bike!

In Mulga Queen, we sadly had to say goodbye to the teachers, who were an integral part of Mulga since we started visiting. Young, local Ms. Mary helped us out, and we, as well as Mulga, are lucky to have her involved.

We spent some extra time in Cosmo Newberry and were able to ride through the community outside of the school grounds for the first time; a lovely treat for the kids as they proudly showed off their riding skills.

Laverton treated us with balmy weather in the afternoons, which we utilised for some riding trips away from town. A really lovely time, nice to see “old” and new faces in this forever-transient community.”

A note from Brad Hall, CDF Board Director:

“What began over 8 years ago as a 2-week pilot has become a year-round commitment to Laverton. In a town where connection matters deeply, cycling has proven to be more than just exercise – it’s a pathway to health, autonomy, and belonging. Our role is to support these connections, working alongside local groups to create lasting impact. Thank you to all who make this possible – your support helps sustain one of Australia’s longest-running remote cycling programs.”