Organization The BFA’s 10 Member Groups represent all states and territory cycling groups. The organisation also has a number of Supporters who have no voting rights. The BFA has a part-time Executive Director based in Canberra, the national capital.
Short Summary The BFA works with its Member Groups to encourage more Australians to ride bicycles and to ensure that there are laws which give rights to cyclists, a safe road environment and good facilities for cycling. The BFA is lobbying for a better environment, including legislation and facilities for commuter, recreational, utility and touring cyclists.
Example activities
The BFA develops policies, lobbies politicians and participates in government forums including the Australian Bicycle Council (www.abc.dotars.gov.au) and committees that determine standards for cycling equipment. The BFA also runs a national cycling conference every two years. The last conference (www.bfa.asn.au/conference) was held in 2005. The theme was Planning for Healthy Communities.
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