A BOORLOO YARN

Event Type |

Family

Date & Time

  • 22 March, 2025
  • 08:00 AM

Location

  • McCullum Park
  • Victoria Park

Difficulty

  • All comers
Event Details:

A Boorloo Yarn

Join WestCycle as we explore the cultural significance entwined in Perth’s iconic new Boorloo Bridge.

 

8.30am for an 8.45am start

Saturday 22 March 2025 

Meet at the base of the Boorloo Bridge

McCullum Park, Victoria Park

 

Whadjuk Elder, Aunty Karen Jacobs will share her knowledge about the cultural, environmental and historic significance of the site and how it shaped our beautiful new pedestrian and cyclist bridge.

Then jump on your bike to explore the bridge and parklands, see the artworks and enjoy the views as you complete the Matagarup Kaardijin Bidi (Matagarup Knowledge Trail) before ending with a coffee and chat at Point Fraser.

 

Tickets: $10 WestCycle members / $20 non-members / kids free 

Registration essential.

Kids under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The bike ride is optional. BYO bike and helmet, all must be in working order and all participants must be able to ride a bike.

This event is proudly supported by RAC.

 

 

Race Entry

https://westcycle.memnet.com.au/MemberSelfService/EventBooking.aspx?selectedEventId=27

 

Contact Information
  • Event Organiser: WestCycle
  • Contact Number: 08 6336 9688

Tim Roach

Elected Director | Off Road

Tim has been in senior leadership and strategic development roles for more than twenty years. He is currently Director of Executive Education in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University and is a past Assistant Commissioner and General Manager in the public service. He is an Accountant (FCPA) and sits on the Divisional Council of CPA Australia.

Tim has been involved in racing mountain bikes, BMX and triathlon for many years, both as a father of two children who race and as a past and current bike racer. Tim is the current over-50 State Champion in downhill mountain biking. He is also a very regular and enthusiastic transport cyclist; frequently seen in a suit and tie riding to meetings in the city on a mountain bike.

Helen Sadler

Independent Director

Helen is a Town of Cottesloe councillor and is the current Chair of WestCycle’s Transport Advisory Group.

A medical doctor, Helen is a strong active transport advocate with a focus on health outcomes and social well-being.