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Monday, 9 August 2010

Office workers, mums, dads, motorcycles and scooters
to converge on Parliament.

On that day, at 12 noon, the street in front of the NSW Parliament will be awash with motorcycle and scooter riders of all ages who will have gathered to show parliamentarians their disgust at the blatant cash-grab that has become the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) scheme under the Keneally government.

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NSW GOVERNMENT FAILS THE STATE’S MOTORCYCLISTS ONCE AGAIN
21 July 2010

With the arrival of new mobile speed cameras, and the RTA’s proposed new 4km/h tolerance limit for all speeding offences, it is time to take an objective look at the facts the speed-camera-revenue-addicted Keneally government is not telling us about motorcycles.

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MEDIA RELEASE

22 June 2010

The Motorcycle Council of NSW (MCC of NSW) has today described the planned increases in motorcycle CTP premiums from July 1st, as further evidence of the failure of Governments to recognise motorcycles as a unique and independent road user group.

Whilst the MCC of NSW understands that changes to the old CTP system were necessary, and even worked with the Motor Accidents Authority (MAA) on these changes, the MCC of NSW has not been provided with any evidence that those drivers or riders causing CTP claims, can justify such extreme increases in prices in some classifications.

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Solid result for motorcycle sales in 2009

Jan 11, 2010

Official figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show that 115,981 motorcycles, scooters and all-terrain vehicles were sold last year – a decrease of 13.6 per cent (18,298 units) over 2008.

“Given the circumstances, this is a very solid result,” FCAI Chief Executive Andrew McKellar said.

“The market has come off a very high base over the previous year, so the industry has certainly stood up well to the economic challenges,” he said.

“In fact, this is the fourth highest annual sales result on record and was achieved in tough economic circumstances,” Mr McKellar said.

“Some brands actually increased sales and deserve congratulations for that,” he said.

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[30/10] Breakfast Torque 2005

Even tough biker types need someone to hold their hand and say 'there, there' in an emergency.

This was one of the points made by paramedic Paul Riley who spoke at this year’s Breakfast Torque about what to do in a motorcycle crash. Run in conjunction with Motorcycle Safety Awareness Week in October, Breakfast Torque is annual event for motorcycle riders that’s part-funded by the RTA.

One of several expert speakers that morning, Paul said it was important to secure the crash site. He said someone who’s been in a crash should not be moved unless absolutely necessary and their helmet must be left on to prevent worsening any spinal injuries. The helmet should only be removed if it’s obstructing breathing. Paul also stressed the importance of talking to the injured person, holding their hand and keeping them calm and reassured.

Jointly hosted by Sutherland and Rockdale Councils at Loftus Oval in the Royal National Park, this year’s Breakfast Torque host was celebrity motorcyclist Brendan ‘Jonesy’ Jones, breakfast host for WSFM. Expert speakers gave riders practical safety strategies and safety information on gear and conditions.

The Royal National Park is a popular destination for many weekend motorcyclists, and has the unfortunate distinction of being the location of 63 motorcycle crashes between 2000 and 2004. Breakfast Torque is the educational component of a campaign that runs across summer. The second phase of the campaign is Adrenalin Kills, which involves RTA-enhanced enforcement in the Park throughout summer.

By: Kathryn Logan

PHOTOS

  • Kath with paramedics
    Kath with Paramedics
  • Brian Wood on stage
    Brian Wood on Stage
  • Bikes in the carpark
    Bikes in the carpark
  • Crowd at MCC stall
    Crowd at MCC stall
  • Fashion Parade
    Fashion Parade
  • Ulysses stall
    Ulysses stall
  • Guy Stanford on stage
    Guy Stanford on stage
  • The crowd
    The crowd
  • New bikes
    New bikes
  • Salvos
    Salvos
  • View from carpark
    View from carpark
  • View from stage
    View from stage
  • Guy's talk
    Breakfast Torque

Breakfast Torque

Breakfast Torque

Breakfast Torque

Breakfast Torque

Breakfast Torque

Breakfast Torque

BREAKFAST EVENT

LOFTUS PARK

Princes Highway, Loftus
Just over the tramlines, on the left,
Just before the Nasho turn off

Breakfast Fit in an early morning ride, a free feed and then retire.

Sunday 30th October
7 am to 10 am



-------------> FREE Breakfast for riders
-------------> FREE Motorcycle Touring Booklets
-------------> FREE Motorcycle gear Fashion Show
-------------> FREE Safety Advice and Tips
-------------> Guest MC

Get there early, pig out while checking out riding gear, various models, speakers on protective gear research and roadcraft. Got a question about stuff? Ask it here, experienced riders in attendance.

An initiative of the Local Government Safety Program
Supported by MCC of NSW, BIKERS ANON, WIMA(NSW), Salvation Army (great cooks!) Sutherland Shire Council and Rockdale City Council (Their territory and their budget 'cos that's where riders crash on their way home after a day down South)