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Peter Robinson
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  • Pakenham, Victoria
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Peter Robinson commented on ChrisS's event Cyclist Safety Forum
"Bit disappointed in that there has been no comment here on what was a great meeting. The most surprising thing were those that thought that as this might be a law that was difficult to enforce it would be non-productive. It was good then to hear the…"
Dec 11, 2011
Peter Robinson liked ChrisS's event Cyclist Safety Forum
Nov 23, 2011
Peter Robinson is attending ChrisS's event
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Cyclist Safety Forum at Richmond Town Hall

November 30, 2011 from 4pm to 6pm
Cyclist Safety ForumThis is a free seminar brought to you by the Institute of Transportation Engineers Australia & New Zealand Section.Download PDF flyerITE ANZ Cyclist Safety Forum 30 November2011The current law requires a driver who is overtaking a vehicle (cycle) to:• (the driver) pass the…See More
Nov 23, 2011
Peter Robinson replied to John E.'s discussion Not the helmet thing again!
"The short answer is "Thats what they would say, wouldn't they?" Have you ever watched "Yes Minister"? The longer answer would take time and I have not got that right now. It may suffice that the helmet law is symptomatic of…"
Jun 18, 2011
Peter Robinson commented on Carole Whitehead's blog post Cars, Look After Riders
"Carole, I would certainly like to be part of it if I could time wise. In a few weeks I will be away for another few weeks. This is just the sort of thing we need. Its long overdue. I wouldnt emphasise the helmets. They are a bit of a symbol of car…"
Jun 6, 2011
Peter Robinson and Kathy Francis are now friends
Apr 19, 2011
Peter Robinson replied to Etienne de Brignell's discussion Melbourne bike share scheme on the ropes
"I just remembered what this reminded me of. Its been niggling away. Its like when you read an old story about a monarck handing out loaves of bread during a famine like the Russian Csars or MarieAntoinette did. The AA is guilt-ridden. They know that…"
Apr 19, 2011
Peter Robinson replied to Etienne de Brignell's discussion Melbourne bike share scheme on the ropes
"Alan, thankyou for that post. Its great that polititians in GB and Europe take their stance on this. Hopefully a bit of it will filter through to our polititians too. I heard again only recently but cannot remember where of a car company…"
Apr 16, 2011
Peter Robinson left a comment for Mike rubbo
"Mike, Thanks for this. I have been going over in my mind how I can use this in my discussion with Brad Battin tomorrow. The figures from the bike share useage make this a very solid approach. It might need RACV to see this also."
Dec 22, 2010
Peter Robinson and Mike rubbo are now friends
Dec 22, 2010
Peter Robinson replied to Mike rubbo's discussion Can Fremantle break out of the Helmet trap?
"The bike share locations themselves might be a good source of signatures as alot of people come up and check it out but do not hire. They could be cornered for a signature as very little explanation would be necessary."
Dec 19, 2010

Profile Information

What sort of riding do you do ?
Quick Answer: I am a bike nerd, Utility/Transport, Road Cycling, Touring, D.I.Y, S.L.U.T (Sustainable Low Cost Transport)
Where in Melbourne or nearby do you live ?
Pakenham
Now tell us about your bicycles ...
Quite a few bikes of many kinds and one selfbuilt recumbent.
What is the best thing about riding?
Simpicity.
A few words about yourself. (This bit is entirely optional!)
Inventor from way back. I consider bike to be the most excellent invention.
A bit angry with the way our governments have not legislated to give riders protection from cars with strict liability as they have in Europe quite generally.

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