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The City of Greater Geelong is leading the development of a Cycle Strategy for the Greater Geelong area. The aim of the strategy is to support all cyclists in and around Geelong through facility development and information provision. We need your help to identify issues and set priorities for the strategy. We value your input, whether you cycle every day or not at all. Your response will play a vital role in the strategy development. Leave your name and contact details at the end of this survey to go in the draw to win one of two, 3 month Swim, Sport and Leisure family memberships valued at $530 each! Section 1: Cycling Q1: Do you have access to a bicycle?  YesNo (If 'No' skip to Question 5) Q2: How often do you ride a bike? (Please tick one box only) Every dayEvery weekendOnce or twice a week Once or twice a monthLess than once a month Q3: Why do you cycle? (Please tick all that apply) For fitness, exercise                                           Because it is convenient Because it is a cheap way to travel                   Because it is environmentally friendly To train for or to compete in cycle races / events  Other: Q4: Which of the following destinations do you cycle to or from? (Please tick all that apply) Your work or place of employment            Your school Your university or TAFE                          Your local shops No destination (fun rides etc)                  Local bus or train stops Your local sports / leisure facility or park   Geelong Town Centre Other: Q5: Which of the following would most (Please tick one) influence you to cycle more often?  More off road cycle pathsMore safe and secure cycle parking in and around Geelong Slower vehicle speeds on roads which are cycle routesMore on road cycle lanes More information about where the cycle routes areBetter signage for cyclists Availability of cycle lessons and skills trainingHaving a cycle buddy (someone to cycle with you sometimes) Being fitterHaving more time Being able to take your bike on the busOther places Please specify "other places": Q6: Please tell us how much you agree or disagree with the following statements Q6.1: Geelong's on road cycle facilities are well maintained Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know  Q6.2: Geelong's off road cycle facilities are well maintained  Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know Q6.3: Cycling in Geelong is organised and well promoted  Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know Q6.4: Geelong’s town centre is accessible and friendly for cyclists  Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know Q6.5: It is easy to find a safe and convenient place to park my bike in Geelong  Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know Q6.6: Motorists and cyclists in Geelong share the road well  Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know Q6.7: Cycle education in schools is organised and well promoted  Strongly DisagreeDisagreeAgreeStrongly AgreeDon't Know Q7: Are there any roads or locations where you would like to see on road cycle lanes or off road cycle paths? (Please specify)  Q8: Are there any locations which you consider particularly hazardous for cyclists?  Q9: Do you or your children cycle to school? YesNoN/A (Dont have children) If no, why not? Section 2: Cycle Facility Q10: A cycle facility (venue for cycling and cycle related activities) has been proposed for Geelong. If this proceeds how many times a month would you: Q10.1: Use a BMX track  More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q10.2: Use a mountain bike track: More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q10.3: Use a Velodrome (outdoor Olympic standard race track)  More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q10.4: Use a Criterium track (short, flat, cycle race circuit)  More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q10.5: Visit a bike servicing and sales shop More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q10.6: Watch a cycle event More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q10.7: Use a bike hire service More than 3 timesOne to three timesNot at all Q11: Are you involved in a bike club?  YesNo Q12: If a Cycle Facility were provided would you consider becoming involved in club activities?  YesNo Section 3: About You Q13: Are you Male or Female? MaleFemale Q14: Do you own a motor vehicle? YesNo Q15: Do you regularly drive a motor vehicle?  YesNo Q16: Which age group are you? Under 12 years12 - 17 years18 - 24 years 25 - 34 years35 - 49 years50 - 64 years 65 years and over Q17: How many people in your family?  Q18: How many bicycles in your family?  Q19: What is your home postcode?  Q20: To enter the draw for one of two, 3 monthly Swim, Sport and Leisure family passes please supply your name and contact details: Name: Phone: Email:   Q21: Would you like to receive further information about the Greater Geelong Cycle Strategy? YesNo Thank you for your time. The information you supply will be used for research purposes only, Council will comply with the Information Privacy Principles as set out in the Information Privacy Act, 2000. You can email any further comments or information you have on cycling in Geelong to us at: cycling@geelongcity.vic.gov.au. For more information and competition terms and conditions please see our website.

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