Good Cycles Limited

Good Cycles Limited is a not-for-profit social enterprise based in Melbourne, Australia, dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities for young people facing barriers to entering the workforce. Established in 2013, it operates through a commercial arm that includes bike retail, maintenance, and various community-focused services. The organisation uses bicycles as a vehicle for positive social and environmental change, aiming to build cleaner, safer, and more inclusive communities.

Mission and Vision

Good Cycles Limited’s mission is to create safe and meaningful jobs for young people who experience barriers such as marginalisation, long-term unemployment, health challenges, or social isolation. Their vision is an Australia where equality, health, and sustainability are advanced through cycling and community engagement, providing lasting opportunities for individuals and communities in need.

Main Objectives

• To reduce youth unemployment by offering immediate and long-term employment pathways.
• To provide tailored coaching and support alongside real job opportunities in future-focused industries.
• To nurture communities by delivering services that promote environmental sustainability and social inclusion.
• To reinvest 100% of profits back into social programs that support young people’s employment and wellbeing.

Benefiting Groups

• Young people aged 18-28 who face barriers to employment, including those from marginalised backgrounds.
• Individuals with long-term health conditions or disabilities.
• People who are long-term unemployed, disengaged from education or training, or socially isolated.
• Refugees, asylum seekers, and those involved with youth justice or rehabilitation services.

Services and Activities

Good Cycles Limited operates through four main commercial divisions that provide both employment and community services:

• Good Bikes: Retail and servicing of bicycles, including workplace bike servicing and eBike hubs.
• Good Spaces: Horticulture, asset management, graffiti removal, and prevention services.
• Good Deliveries: Last mile delivery, logistics, and organic waste collection using sustainable transport methods.
• Good People: Managed workforce partnerships that connect businesses with supported young workers, alongside impact reporting.

Through these activities, Good Cycles Limited not only provides practical work experience and skill development but also fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that empowers young people to build confidence and create positive change in their communities.