City of Greater Geraldton hails return of BikeRescue refurbishment program during summer break a success

Mullewa youth took part in a school holiday program that saw them dismantle a bike and put it back together, taking it home at the end. The popular summer holiday program, BikeRescue, helps kids develop practical and social skills and this year again proved to be a hit. Under the City of Greater Geraldton school holiday program, young people had the chance to refurbish bikes donated by the Kennards Hire Foundation. Mayor Shane Van Styn said the initiative had many benefits. “The physical and mental benefits of riding a bike are well documented,” he said. “Through bicycle mechanic activities, BikeRescue accesses and mentors youngsters who may need support. “Over three days 11 young people attended all six scheduled sessions where assisted by our team they dismantled, sanded, painted and reassembled a bike that was theirs to take home at the end of the program.” BikeRescue is delivered by Dismantle, a social enterprise that uses innovative programs to enable young people to reach their potential. The City thanked program partners Kennards Hire Foundation, Synergy and Dismantle for making the BikeRescue program possible. For more information on events in Geraldton and Mullewa check out the events page on the City’s website.