Cycling

The University encourages cycling as a mode of transport and is always developing their campuses with bicycle facilities in mind. Parkville now has more than 1800 bicycle spaces on campus, 300 of which are in secure bicycle hubs. A large proportion of bicycle racks are checked by security and covered by CCTV.

Protect your bike

• Lock your bicycle to a bicycle stand only - do not lock it to railings, trees, chairs
• Use a sturdy secure lock, such as a D or U lock
• Secure the lock through the bike frame to the stand - do not lock through the wheel
• Ensure no easily removable accessories are left on the bicycle, such as lights and bags
• Take all your valuable accessories and items
• Record your bicycle identification numbers - serial, model, make
• Photograph your bicycle before you go

Things to consider:

• Insurance for your bicycle
• Registering your bicycle on a bicycle database
• Do not leave your bicycle at a same rack for an extended time

If your bike is stolen report it to security on 8344 6666 and local police on 8379 0800.

Secure bike hubs

Secure bicycle hubs located on Parkville campus offer enclosed bicycle hoops, CCTV and access control to provide you protection and peace of mind.

Hub access is free for all University staff and students, but you will need to sign up to use them. Make sure to indicate which secure bicycle hub you would like to use, as you can only have access to one hub.

Hubs are located at:

• Alan Gilbert (enter via Haymarket Place, off Berkeley Street)
• The Spot (198 Berkeley Street)
• Royal Parade (inside the carpark under the Kenneth Myer building)
• Peter Hall (off Swanston St and Monash Road)
• FVAS (off Royal Parade)