Category Archives: Disability

The Latest WATAG Newsletter

Posted on August 4, 2023 by WATAG

The choices we make We build aggressive vehiclesWe market them recklesslyWe celebrate dangerous drivingWe design violent streetsWe prioritize the driver at all costsWe shame and blame everyone else. Road violence is no accident it’s a direct result of our choices. … Continue reading →

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Crossing Blackburn Rd could be safe, but it isn’t – YET!

Posted on May 19, 2023 by WATAG

NOTE: This is a 2-3 minute read. If you are short on time, we suggest that you scroll to the bottom to look at the 60 second video from Matt Bach MP. Eight months ago in September 2022, WATAG started … Continue reading →

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Over 50’s Bike Expo

Posted on May 5, 2023 by WATAG

If you missed the WATAG Over 50’s e-Bike and e-Trike Expo held on 26th March 2023 at Nunawading Community Hub, all is not lost. A video was made of the day by Carol O’Halloran – Wellness Professional – and Host … Continue reading →

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Box Hill’s Future – Have your say

Posted on September 11, 2021 by WATAG

Vicinity has a Planning Application before Whitehorse Council to commence a major part of this development. WATAG has lodged a formal Objection with Whitehorse Council to try and ensure that vital Active Transport considerations are included in any plans that … Continue reading →

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Family-safe streets

Posted on August 29, 2021 by WATAG

I feel great empathy for parents who have become dependent on local playgrounds in Australia so that their children can have fun whilst exercising and socialising. These things should be an essential part of a child’s life. Many people drive … Continue reading →

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