Children prepare for a bicycle race in the rainbow tunnel at the learn-to-cycle track which opened at Marlow Park this morning. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSHBicycle bells and shouts of delight were ringing out at Marlow Park as the new learn-to-cycle track was opened this morning. The track, which features traffic lights, a speed camera and a rainbow tunnel, was thronged with children, with about 100 bikes on the road at one time. It also featured traffic signs, intersections and a roundabout to help children learn how to be safe on the road. Dunedin Mayor Aaron Hawkins said free public facilities such as the track were important for the wellbeing of families in the city.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 04, 2021 02:48 UTC