Cyclists roll in for Hobart breakfast

Cyclists across Hobart kicked off their morning with coffee, community and a celebration of pedal power at this year’s Bicycle Network Ride2Work Day breakfast on Wednesday 15 October. 

Held on Hobart’s waterfront, the annual event provided local riders with expert advice, bike checks and the chance to learn more about e-bikes and community cycling initiatives. 

Bicycle Network’s Tasmanian spokesperson Alison Hetherington said the 2025 breakfast was one of the biggest yet, bringing together a wide range of cycling groups, mechanics and advocates. 

“We supported more stalls this year so cycling commuters could get a bike check, explore e-bikes and connect with community groups all while sipping a coffee before work,” she said.  

“As well as our usual offerings of muffins, coffee, pedal-powered smoothies and a bike mechanic, we were joined by several other stallholders. 

“Hobart Bike Kitchen and Streets People Love Hobart were looking for more volunteers to help fix bikes and advocate for safer streets, while the City of Hobart’s E-bike Library, 99 Bikes and The Bike Van displayed a great selection of e-bikes, including cargo models.” 

Ms Hetherington said the event was designed to inspire both seasoned riders and those considering making cycling part of their daily commute. 

“Riding to work is easy once you get used to it, but most of us need some inspiration and support to get going and keep it up,” she said. 

The Ride2Work Day breakfast was also celebrated in Kingston and Launceston.