Thousands of cyclists ride Sydney Harbour Bridge for mental health
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 11 Oct, 01:24 · Archive
Thousands of cyclists rode across Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday for the 40th Spring Cycle, raising funds for mental health charity Lifeline.
Thousands of cyclists rode across Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday without traffic for the 40th Spring Cycle, an event raising funds for mental health charity Lifeline. Riders of all abilities participated, from families and first-time cyclists to seasoned riders, many on distinctive bikes including a vintage penny-farthing and colourful recumbent tricycles.
Participants could choose between a 10km city ride starting from Pyrmont or a longer 50km route that finished with a festival at Parramatta Park. Olympic diver Sam Fricker, the event ambassador, said the atmosphere was 'pretty incredible' and praised seeing 'everyone from kids and families through to serious cyclists out there together'.
Bicycle NSW chief executive Peter McLean described the event as 'a celebration of community, connection and the joy of cycling through one of the most vibrant cities in the world'. Lifeline chairman Steve Moylan said the ride was 'a powerful reminder that simple actions like getting outside, moving together and connecting with others can make a real difference to our mental wellbeing'. Funds raised will support Lifeline's crisis support services available 24 hours a day.
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- Cyclists shut down iconic bridge for mental health rideThousands of cyclists on bikes of all shapes and sizes have gathered on city streets to raise vital funds for mental health.The West Australian · 11 Oct, 01:05
- Cyclists shut down iconic bridge for mental health rideThousands of cyclists on bikes of all shapes and sizes have gathered on city streets to raise vital funds for mental health.Perth Now · 11 Oct, 01:05
In this story: Sydney Harbour Bridge · Lifeline · Bicycle NSW · Sam Fricker · Peter McLean · Steve Moylan · Parramatta Park · Pyrmont
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