Membership

We invite you to become a financial member for 2023/24 to enjoy the benefits of participating in regular rides and becoming involved in other activities run by the BUG.

Our fees for the 2023/24 financial year are due and payable by 1 July 2023 with the following cost structure:
• $15 for each Adult
• $10 for a Concession holder (Student/Senior/DSP/DVA)
• $30 for 2 Adults and 2 Children (under 18 years of age)

The preferred method of paying Membership fees is by direct deposit into the Whittlesea BUG’s account:

• BSB: 083 614
• A/C: 18 478 5745

When paying by direct deposit please include in the reference –

“M: and your name (i.e. M: J SMITH)”

“M:” refers to membership payment, so that we can record your payment.

When paying your membership can you please send a confirmation email to wbuginfo@gmail.com with the following information:
• Your mobile phone number
• Your email address
• Emergency contact details

Explore Melbourne’s extensive bike path network by riding with experienced and knowledgeable ride leaders. You can establish new friendships by riding with like-minded people with a café stop on each of our rides and a ‘no drop’ policy.

We organise regular rides on weekends, including:

• Weekly rides on a Sunday morning, usually on bike paths
• Monthly road rides on a Saturday for those wanting to train for cycling events
• Monthly Women’s Social Ride – connecting and supporting women in a fun and relaxed space
• Occasional day and overnight trips to explore Victoria’s wonderful range of rail trails.

Ride details are shared via:

• Our Facebook page
• Team App: Download the Team App from the App Store or Google Play and search for ‘Whittlesea BUG’, or view on the web

Note: Please enter your contact details in your Team App account, including your:

• Mobile Phone Number
• Email address
• Emergency contact details

Other membership benefits

• Learn more about bikes and riding by chatting to other members, who are happy to share knowledge and tips
• Learn to ride sessions specifically catering for women are available through our Women’s Bike Skill, Fun and Friendship Program
• Attend social events organised by Whittlesea BUG
• Keep informed about all the latest news on cycling infrastructure in the City of Whittlesea
• Opportunities to get involved with advocating for improvements to cycling infrastructure
• Free Whittlesea BUG water bottle, pen, and musette
• Discount on Whittlesea BUG merchandise
• 10% discount on purchases from Bicycle Centre South Morang
• Discount on preparation of wills with Collards Solicitors (Lalor office)
• Access to Maurice and Blackburn lawyers to assist with TAC claims

We look forward to you joining us on one of our rides soon and/or becoming involved in other BUG activities. Should you have any questions please contact the Secretary by email .