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23 May 2024
Newcrest Orange challenge cancelled 
Bicycle Network announces that the Newcrest Orange Challenge will not run in 2024. CEO Alison McCormack says the decision has not been made lightly.
“Our hearts are heavy as we have organised the event since 2016 and have loved showcasing Central NSW and the Orange region as a bike riding and weekend getaway destination.
“Increased costs, declining ticket sales and a challenging post-pandemic climate have meant it is not viable for us to run the event this year," McCormack says.
“We’d like to sincerely thank our stakeholders, sponsors and partners for their support and contribution to the success of the event: Orange City Council, Cabonne Council, Cowra Council, Blayney Council, NSW Police, NSW Transport, Newmont (formerly Newcrest Mining), DNSW, Iberdrola, Winners, Orange360.
“An event of this magnitude would also not have been possible without the support of the local community and volunteers who have welcomed us and dedicated their valuable time to deliver Newcrest Orange Challenge,” McCormack says.
Orange Mayor Jason Hamling says that while the Bicycle Network would not be involved this year, there was still demand for the popular event.
“It has attracted hundreds of riders in the past and there is no reason it would not do so in the future. There is clearly an opportunity for a sponsor to get behind a great community event,” Cr Hamling says.
“Bicycle Network wishes to offer a massive thank you to all the riders who have participated over the years and supported both our not-for-profit organisation and the greater Orange community,” McCormack says.  
“Whether you have taken on the challenge once or many times, we hope your weekend in Orange was one to remember and encourage you to visit this wonderful region again.”
We hope that another one of our events may be of interest to you. Please take a look at our website to plan your next challenge. United Energy Around the Bay celebrates 30 years and the Great Vic Bike Ride celebrates its 40th anniversary.

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