Image credit: Revolve Recycling Event at Georges River Council.
The Hills Shire Council has partnered with Revolve Recycling to host a Bike Drop Off & Check and Tune event at Castle Hill Showground.
The event on Saturday, 21 June includes a quick tyre, gears, and brakes check service, or the opportunity to drop off any bike, scooter, e-bike, or tricycle to be recycled free of charge.
Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne is encouraging Hills residents to make the most of this important initiative.
"I am proud that Council is partnering with Revolve Recycling to reduce our environmental footprint, give back to the community, and redistribute refurbished bikes to those in need," Mayor Byrne said.
"The Revolve Recycling Foundation is working towards the ambitious goal of delivering 1,000 bikes to disadvantaged children every year. You can help them reach this goal by simply cleaning out your garage and donating your old bike.
"Or, if your bike is not ready to be donated yet, you can book in to get it checked and tuned by a mechanic during a free 15-minute session."
The event, which runs from 9am to 1pm, is an initiative by NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy, funded from the waste levy.
Whilst bookings are required for a check and tune service, no bookings are needed to drop off old bikes.
For more information or to book your bike for a check and tune service, visit www.thehills.nsw.gov.au and search 'Bike Drop Off & Check and Tune'.
