Our update from the Laverton Cycling Project in July!

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

“Roo tails, dampers, fruit, and snaggers all week long… persevering in the chilly and rainy weather.

On our recent trip to LA, we were immersed in a week full of activities, celebrating NAIDOC’s “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy”. Plenty of highlights, including the cultural night and day, learning about the Wongatha language, rock painting, straw weaving, making musical sticks, and hearing about the stories depicted in the sky. We participated in the opening march to the town hall, the darts competition, dinners, lunches, and watched the basketball and footy tournaments unfold.

Our bike riding activities included a workshop, in which we assembled newly donated bikes by Perth College, together with their students, as well as Laverton High Schoolers. We also had a morning full of bike activities covering skills and road safety for the younger ones.

Bike riding highlights in brief:

1 – We brought a “wheelie machine” along, donated by our CDF supporter Kane. Several kids tried it out, and everyone survived.

2 – We brought young Lachy along to assist. Lachy was once in our Junior Development team. He showed the First timers how to stay balanced on the bike.

3 – Great support from everyone on the ground, the School, Pakaanu, Stephen Michael Foundation, Perth College, and so many more… A great showing of collaboration.”

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.”