(04-08-2010, 07:25am)wayneb60 Wrote: could not see guidle lines cos i don,t use face book
if i can,t see whats going on wont be able to make it
wayne
i hope wayne you can read this and see whats going on and be able to make it . its common sence
For all attendees these rules and guidelines are non-negotiable.
Important Notes:
Because of police regulations the suggestions and guidelines listed here are voiced by the RAB are a part of an agreed plan that was constructed outside of the MCC's jurisdiction, in order to avoid legal action being taken against Rob Colligan as the Chairman of the MCC and sole organiser of the Rally.
Andrew Stoner and Barry O'Farrell have comfirmed their attendence in order to speak with us and have their own say. Also remember the letter writing campaign must NOT stop just because we are having this rally.
It is extremely important to realise the MCC has NOT given any instructions as to where and how we may ride or park. We do it all out of our own volition.
Guidelines for the Day
1. Approximately 50 riders are required to attend the area of Parliament House and Hospital Rd behind Parliament at approximately 3 - 4 am in order to start securing the parking spaces.
Note: At this stage only 1 bike per space is allowed to park - If more than one bike is in any one space all the bikes parked will be issued with a fine. Negotiations are proceeding to have that rule suspended for the duration of the protest.
2. Because of the volume of bikes we expect to be in attendance around Parliament, the plan is in conjuction with people on foot to have a constant cavalcade riding around the block of Macquarie St and Hospital Rd "looking for parking" that will slow traffic.
3. At 6am there will be a van located on Hospital Rd that will be distributing hand held placards and other materials for the protest. This is a Black and Green Ford Transit Van.
4. Mashalls will be positioned around Parliament and surrounding streets guiding bike traffic, please be respectful and listen to their directions.
Note: The Dykes on Bikes at this stage are being suggested as the marshalls and will be wearing high visibility white shirts with reflective strips.
5. All members walking to the rally are asked to carry their helmets as a distinguishing feature and insignia of being a motorcyclist and particuipant in the protest.
6. The official protest is allocated to run between 12pm - 1pm, however the "go slow" because of the volume of bikes will start early in the morning.
Note: If you arrive early and plan to ride around "looking for parking" please ensure you have a FULL tank of petrol... do not run out of petrol and risk being spoken to and penalised by the police.
Note: If you cannot attend in the morning, please arrive outside Parliament House by 11:50am and join the motorcade around Parliament House.
7. THERE WILL BE A STRONG POLICE AND MEDIA PRESENCE! Idiotic behaviour will not be tolerated under ANY circumstances. Anyone committing an offence should expect no leniency from the police and no support from the RAB.
8. If approached by the media and asked why you are protesting you are to direct ALL questions to Rob Colligan who will be on the staging area with the microphone. This will avoid people making silly comments which will be used as stock footage and harm the goal of the rally.
Note: if you MUST make a comment, it must relate to the CTP issue. WE ARE PROTESTING ABOUT CTP AND NOTHING ELSE.
9. In order to cover costs imposed by Sydney City Council, The Police and The Royal Botanical Gardens Trust, a hat will be passed around asking for at least a gold coin donation.
Note: Please remember the MCC gets no official funding from the Government and all costs are being worn from their own (under funded) treasury.
10. If the number of bikes is as large as we hope, we will just cram all the parking and footpath space, within reason.
Note: Any footpath parking may attract a fine of around $85, so park at your own risk.
Note: If you do receive a parking ticket leave it on your bike so you dont receive another one.
11. If riding into the city in a large group RAB suggests riding in a 'go slow' fashion. Make it a slow race not a fast race, you will have more effect. All groups riding to Parliament are responsible for their own actions and will receive no support in antisocial behaviour from the RAB or the MCC in any way, shape or form. Use your head, dont do anything stupid!
12. This, we hope, will be one of the largest motorcycle rallies in NSW history. Lets make it count and not further negative stereotypes that have lead to our being discriminated against in the first place.
You know the time, you know the place, you know the reason. We NEED you there and anyone else you can bring. Lets make this THE Protest that tells the Government enough is enough.
Hope to see you there!
Kindest Wishes, Stay and Ride Safe.
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