Write letters to your MPs

[Date of letter/email]

Dear [MP first name]

I write to request you to support and seek funding for the Hawthorn to Box Hill Trail - a shared user path that will connect Box Hill to a number of locations in Mont Albert, Surrey Hills, Canterbury, Hawthorn and to the Main Yarra Trail in Richmond.

There is currently no safe cycling route along this important corridor. I find the lack of safe cycling trails to be a major barrier preventing me from riding a bike more.

I would use this trail for both local and longer trips for commuting, shopping and recreation.

Riding a bike reduces greenhouse gas emissions and pollution associated with transport and reduces traffic congestion.

[Add more personal information about how and why you, your family and friends would use the trail]

Could you please contact relevant minister to request that funding be allocated to design and build the Hawthorn to Box Hill Trail?

Yours faithfully,

[Your Name]

[Your residental address]

[Your contact details - email, mobile etc]

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