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About Nigel Preston

Nigel Preston is a self-confessed 'HPV Tragic'. After 'catching the bug' from his older brother, he helped launch the Energy Breakthrough program at Eaglehawk SC with his dad and some mates way back in 1998. Having participated in the EB for four years he finished his VCE in 2001 and volunteering to help with the event management straight away. He's been helping out ever since. Nigel has also been a part of teams that have taken line honours at the EB in 2000 & 2001 (Bendigo Senior SC); the Australian International Pedal Prix 2003, 2004 & 2009 (Bendigo Youth Racing); and the Wonthaggi Human Powered Grand Prix in 2019.

2017 HPV Secondary, EEV & TRYathlon Practice Session Results

After a busy day for the HPV Secondary, TRYathlon and EEV teams, they finally got the chance to hit the track and stretch their legs for their Friday night practice sessions. Looking for results? Go no further, we've got 'em here.

By |2017-11-24T23:37:00+11:00November 24th, 2017|Results|Comments Off on 2017 HPV Secondary, EEV & TRYathlon Practice Session Results

NEW Individual rider lap timing on offer for HPV Secondary & EEV Teams

Yes, you heard right. Individual riders will be able to have their lap times automatically attributed to them during the HPV Secondary & EEV Practice and 24 Hour Trial. We've partnered with our friends and race timing experts, Multisport Australia to deliver this new opportunity to dig into your team's data.

By |2017-11-22T15:03:59+11:00November 22nd, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on NEW Individual rider lap timing on offer for HPV Secondary & EEV Teams

Cyient TRYathlon: Ready to rock, rumble and ride!

The obstacles and challenges are ready for the 56 teams entered in the Cyient TRYathlon to rock, rumble and ride. Quick pit stops, fast acceleration, and smooth handling are key to success in the Time Trial and the Obstacle Rally, whilst the 8 Hour Endurance Trial on the CFA Track is a chance to really stretch the riders' legs. Here we take a quick look at this year's Obstacles and which event is happening where.

By |2017-11-22T11:38:13+11:00November 20th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on Cyient TRYathlon: Ready to rock, rumble and ride!

St Therese’s Primary students learn from seasoned Catholic College Bendigo campaigners

As schools enter their final preparations for the 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough, over 30 students from St. Therese’s Primary School in Bendigo have spent two days with some seasoned Catholic College Bendigo campaigners. With these older students keen to pass on their knowledge to the eager youngsters, RACV EB Pushcarts coordinator Bronte Harrop joined them to see them in action.

By |2020-12-04T16:41:08+11:00November 16th, 2017|Team Story|Comments Off on St Therese’s Primary students learn from seasoned Catholic College Bendigo campaigners

Centralian Senior College Clontarf Academy : Our first ever team from the N.T

It’s 1,500 kilometres from Alice Springs to Maryborough, but it’s just another step on a bigger journey for Centralian Senior College Clontarf Academy team - the first ever team from the Northern Territory to participate in the RACV Energy Breakthrough. Their Team Manager, James McNamee, has quite a history with the event, too.

By |2017-11-15T17:18:46+11:00November 15th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy, Team Story|1 Comment

Recap: Display, Design & Trial Preparation Workshop

Over 250 students from 16 schools came together at La Trobe University's Bendigo Campus for a free preparation workshop on 27 October 2017, supported by CYIENT. Check out the photos, learning resources and get a touch of the buzz enjoyed of the day.

By |2017-10-31T23:11:39+11:00October 31st, 2017|Event Preparation, Generally Newsworthy, Preparation|Comments Off on Recap: Display, Design & Trial Preparation Workshop

Join RACV Energy Breakthrough on Strava

Calling all cyclists and runners - you're invited to join the RACV Energy Breakthrough STRAVA club!
 Created to connect students from schools across Victoria and beyond as they prepare for this year's event in Maryborough. Strava is the social network for athletes, where anyone can upload their physical activities (runs, rides, swims, anything!). They can then give and receive 'kudos' and comments on other friend's activities, too.

By |2017-10-20T09:06:56+11:00October 20th, 2017|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on Join RACV Energy Breakthrough on Strava

‘Design, Display and Trial’ – Free Preparation Workshop – 27th October

The RACV EB have joined forces with La Trobe University and Cyient to hold a special 'Design, Display and Trial' preparation workshop ahead of the 2017 RACV Energy Breakthrough. This free workshop is an invitation for all RACV EB students, teachers and team managers to attend and will be held on the morning of Friday October 27 2017 at the La Trobe University campus in Bendigo.

By |2017-10-26T10:49:18+11:00September 20th, 2017|Event Preparation, Generally Newsworthy|2 Comments

There’s still time to enter a Pushcart or Innovation in Technology

These students from Beaconsfield Upper Primary School had an awesome time in the 2016 Pushcarts category ... and YOU can still join them this November! Yes, we're taking entries for 'Pushcarts' and 'Innovations in Technology' teams until the end of Term 3. So, get your teammates together to enter today.

By |2017-09-12T22:29:40+10:00September 13th, 2017|Entries, Innovations In Technology, Pushcarts|Comments Off on There’s still time to enter a Pushcart or Innovation in Technology
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