David Webb is a Melton resident and has been a part of the Melton Cycling Club for nine years. He spoke to reporter Olivia Condous about the Melton community and his love of cycling.
What’s your connection to Melton?
I have lived in Melton since 1981 and have raised my family here. I am originally from Maryborough and Melton was a good compromise to be able to still visit regularly, as I work in Port Melbourne.
What do you like about where you live?
Have found that the city is easily accessible without being in the suburbs. It’s close to both regional and metro areas and still very much affordable.
What, if anything, would you change about where you live?
As a cyclist, a cycle path to connect from Melton to the city would be both beneficial and also a good safety aspect for others to feel confident in taking up cycling.
Also having a hospital in Melton, as promised, would be wonderful for the community.
Where is your favourite local place to spend time?
Melton Botanic Garden is a lovely area and family friendly. Plus, we try to patronise our local cafes at the end of each ride thus giving us the opportunity to meet new people.
Tell us something people would be surprised to know about you…
I honestly don’t have anything that might surprise anyone… I’m just a man in his 60’s enjoying being part of the cycling club and keeping fit.
How did you get involved with the Melton Cycling Club?
I purchased a new bike and was out riding around the town nine years ago when two of the members from Melton Cycling Club invited me to join the social group ride.
Little did I know that they would take me down Anthony’s Cutting on my first ride. Hopefully I’ve improved since then.
What is your favourite part of being involved in the club?
They are an extremely inclusive club and the fitness that comes from it has helped my health. They’re always encouraging, it doesn’t matter what level you’re at.
