Cyclists to go on memorial ride for rider killed on State Highway 2 near Petone
Sunday, 16 February 2020
Cyclists will gather on Monday afternoon on a tribute ride for Brent Norriss who was killed while cycling on State Highway 2 near Wellington.
Up to 300 riders are expected to attend the event from the capital to Lower Hutt that will depart Parliament lawn at 5.30pm.
From Parliament, cyclists will ride along Thorndon Quay, Hutt Rd and stop to pay respects at the Horokiwi BP where Norriss died. They will then continue on to Petone.
Norriss died after being struck by a vehicle outside the service station on February 3.
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Riders have been asked to wear red - a favourite colour of Norriss.
The incident has sparked calls from cycling advocates for the New Zealand Transport Agency to take more action to protect cyclists on the stretch of road.
There is no protected cycle lane for northbound riders between Wellington and Lower Hutt. About 400 riders use the route daily.
Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding Norriss' death.