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Spooks, scares, screams and sweets a plenty for Berario Halloween ride

The Kidical Mass cycling group arranged the well-attended event which saw children from the area ride 5km for sweets.

Kidical Mass is a group based in Berario who offers safe and fun riding experiences for children in the area.

For Halloween, they upped the ante by arranging a 5km ride for youngsters to participate in with various stops along the route to collect sweets.

Contender for the prettiest outfit! Mia Wadge is beautifully dressed for the day in her pink outfit matching her bike. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain

The highly organised event saw young and old alike dressed up for the occasion with no shortage of laughter and excitement.

Nigel Laver, one of the organisers said, “It is lovely to see the community come together for an event like this, it really does make living in this area wonderful.”

Renilla and Jehan Singh live nearby and participate by hosting a table for riders to collect sweets from along the 5km route. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain
Ava, Daniel and Madison Aenancio cycle as a family on the 5km ride for sweets. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain

He rode at the front of the peloton guiding the participants through the quiet streets on their quest for sugary treats.

Emily and Isabella Doliveria enjoy the afternoon’s ride. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain

 

SCP Security ensured everyone was safe giving parents and organisers peace of mind that no harm would come to anyone who was enjoying the day. Clive Maher said, “It is events like this that are so important for our community where the children get to enjoy themselves in their suburbs.”

Sean Henderson, Rob Janbroers, Nigel Laver and Christian Laver have a ball as they guide the young riders through the suburb for Halloween. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain
Renilla and Jehan Singh carved a pumpkin to add a festive touch to their table of sweets. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain

The route started and finished at the Berario Recreation Centre which ensured cars were safely parked while the festivities were under way.

SCP Security ensures all riders and participants are safe during the event so that everyone could enjoy their ride.
Spidermen on duty to keep everyone safe! Aiden Guiness stands with brothers Liam and Luca Lizzio. Photo: Emily Wellman Bain

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