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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
A great biking network delivers benefits to everyone in our community. In the middle of a fuel crisis, a climate crisis, and an affordability crisis; WCC is proposing to slam on the brakes on cycling projects. Have your say. Submissions close tmrw! www.cyclewellington.org.nz/annual_plan_...
A mum with a child cycling behind her older son at in intersection in Wellington.
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Last Saturday morning our Co-Chairs Alex and Linda cycled out to attend the dawn blessing of Te Ara Tupua. This magnificent facility is opening on 16 May. We're looking forward to riding it and celebrating!!! 🥳💚🚲
Alex and Linda at Honiara Reserve at the northern end of Te Ara Tupua after the dawn blessing.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Let the good times roll: King's Day Orange Bike Ride in Wellington www.youtube.com/shorts/i1P3t... @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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Orange Bike Ride, Wellington 2026 #cycling #bikelife
YouTube video by Patrick Morgan
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
What do you do when your city cancels bike lane plans? You build a people-protected bike lane. We put our bodies on the line. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
People protected bike lane, Featherston St Wellington
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
In a fuel crisis, in a climate crisis, in an affordability crisis, it makes sense to build bike lanes. Join us tomorrow to call for action. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social www.facebook.com/story.php?st...
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
In a fuel crisis, in a climate crisis, in an affordability crisis, why is Wellington cutting bike lane funding? Join us on Thursday to fight for a better city.
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Our April newsletter is now available; 📣 Submit on the 2026 Annual Plan 📣 🚲 Sign CAN's open letter 🚲 Popup bike lane *new date* 🚲 2nd Aotearoa Healthy Shift webinar 🚲 Project updates ...and more! www.cyclewellington.org.nz/april_2026_n...
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April 2026 Newsletter
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Option B is for bikes.
Option B is for bikes.
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
📣 Have your say! 📣 The WCC Annual Plan proposes to reduce the budget to the emerging Pāneke Pōneke Bike Network (again!). Safe space for affordable #cycling is a must have. Option B is for #bikes. Please make a submission. www.cyclewellington.org.nz/annual_plan_...
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Annual Plan 26 Submission Guide
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
In a fuel crisis, why is Wellington back pedalling on bike lanes? Take action on Monday to save our bike lanes. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Breaking news! the first of Otago University's Transport Research Network webnairs for winter 2026 is here! Dr Giulio Mattioli: Car dependence: understanding barriers to change through the decades. See here: youtu.be/nUu-j8m9Jv0?...
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Dr Giulio Mattioli: Car dependence: understanding barriers to change through the decades
YouTube video by University of Otago - Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
Start with the easiest win. Completing Wellington's popular bike lane network would enable more people to get around by bike and avoid high fuel costs. Let's do this. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
Avoid pain at the pump.
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
The submissions guide from @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social on those NZTA rule changes is now available, and there's no time like the present to write your submission. Consultation closes: 5pm Wed 25 March. www.can.org.nz/submissions
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Submissions — Cycling Action Network
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Kasey @kaseymcdonnell.co.nz · 08/03/2026
Labour councillors told us climate change demands urgent action. Now that bike lanes are at risk, we must remind them of that promise. wellyclimatenerd.net/wellingtons-...
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Wellington’s bike lane buildout is at risk. We can do something.
If you care about Wellington taking climate action, you have to tell our city councillors ahead of a vote on Thursday. Contact councillors to support climate action On Friday last week, Wellington C...
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Cycling is under attack. Wellington City Council is moving to give up on building out much of the emerging #bike network, and other critical #climateAction work. We need to keep them on the right path. Sign and share. action.greens.org.nz/wcc_petition
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Stop the Climate Cuts
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Coming to Newtown by bike for the big festival tomorrow? Thanks to @WCC bike lanes, you can get here easily. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
Bicycle parking at Newtown Festival
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Like all Wellingtonians, we're dismayed by the situation the Moa Point failure has created. We trust that our leaders will work to identify the true causes behind this failure and deliver solutions that ensure this doesn’t happen again.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
You can't beat Wellington on a bike day. Let's celebrate. Join us at Queen's Wharf for Go By Bike Day tomorrow 7.30-9am. www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/go-by-b... @cyclewgtn.bsky.social @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social
Wellington and bikes go together
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
We deserve better. This piece from @cyclewgtn.bsky.social calls for affordable transport solutions: (de)congestion charging, bus lanes, bike lanes wellington.scoop.co.nz?p=177146
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Tunnel vision: Cycle Wellington opposes second tunnel and roading changes
Cycle Wellington wishes to register our strong opposition to the proposed “SH1 Wellington Improvements Project”, including the second Mt Victoria tunnel, widening of Ruahine Street and Wellingt...
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Living Streets Aotearoa @livingstreetsnz.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Living Streets Aotearoa endorses the new vision that Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social proposes for the Old Hutt Road Path. It is a shared path for cyclists and pedestrians, and with upcoming changes to the cycle network, there are likely to be more cyclists on the path in the next few years.
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New Old Hutt Road Path
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Light the lanes bike rave Sat. 6 Dec. Meet @ Wellington Pukeahu War Memorial. 6-7pm Family boogie & ride 8pm Main rave & ride start 'Tis the season for glowing lights, excited crowds, and mysterious jingling sounds approaching from afar...that's right, it's time for another Wellington Bike Rave! 💃
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Our November newsletter is out! 📢 Proposed motorway extension - Suggested survey guidance 💃🏼 Light the lanes bike rave - December 6th 📢 New gap campaign 🏅 Wellington ranked 47th in global ranking of bicycle-friendly cities 🎁 Project updates ...and more! www.cyclewellington.org.nz/november_202...
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November 2025 newsletter
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
We are calling on Wellington City Council, Waka Kotahi, and KiwiRail to improve the shared path on Old Hutt Road. People who will be using the soon to open Te Ara Tupua path need a safe and attractive continuation of this soon to be iconic seaside path. www.cyclewellington.org.nz/new_old_hutt...
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New Old Hutt Road Path
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Cycle Wellington @cyclewgtn.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
We are calling on Wellington City Council, Waka Kotahi, and KiwiRail to improve the shared path on Old Hutt Road. People who will be using the soon to open Te Ara Tupua path need a safe and attractive continuation of this soon to be iconic seaside path. www.cyclewellington.org.nz/new_old_hutt...
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New Old Hutt Road Path
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Here at CAN, we know that every car trip replaced by bicycle brings benefits to our budget, and to our sense of well-being - it’s all part of the #CyclingMagic. If you experience that Cycling Magic, how about encouraging your work mates? It’s the last week to pop your vote back in the voting box!
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
That #CyclingMagic - jump on the bike, head to the game, and you're warmed up! And it's a great way for kids to head to the soccer, or rugby, or swimming! With about 7,500 sports clubs across the motu, there's lots of opportunities to #CycleToTheGame ! #VoteForBikes
Wouldn't it be nice to have... more folks cycling to play weekend sports. Vote For Bikes. Cycling Action Network Pae te haere mā Pahikara. 

Image shows a netball hoop, a rugby ball, a soccer ball, and cricket stumps. There's a Childs bike and another bike with a 'voting tick' coming out of the front wheel.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
youtu.be/g12HR7soJwQ "Cycling is on my agenda because I believe all modes of transport having the platform they deserve." Candidate for Pukehinau/ Lambton Ward, Afnan Al-Rubayee @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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WCC candidate Afnan Al-Rubayee is committed to better cycling in Wellington
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RNZ News Feeds @rnzrss.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Bike charities getting more people cycling as transport costs rise
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Bike charities getting more people cycling as transport costs rise
Bike charities and loan schemes in Wellington are in demand, and the clientele is increasingly shifting towards middle class wage-earners.
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Grabbing a water bottle, she unlocked the bike, and set off down the drive. The clouds scudded across the sky, the wind was fresh, and she noticed the new spring growth. She breathed deeply, and there it was again - that old cycling magic; it never failed to arrive. #VoteForBikes #CyclingMagic
Words say "Wouldn't it be nice to have... comfortable, safe space to enjoy that cycling magic" with "Vote For Bikes, Cycling Action Network, Pae te haere maa pahikara". and an image of a stylised bike with a voting tick coming out of the front wheel, and a smaller kids bike behind. There is a traffic sign saying 'bike lane'. There is a large faded question mark in the background.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
youtu.be/XBoWeDE4FfQ?... WCC candidate @rebeccamatthews.bsky.social is committed to better cycling in Wellington. She is the only Councillor in the Wharangi / Onslow-Western ward who has supported this work. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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WCC candidate Rebecca Matthews is committed to better cycling in Wellington
YouTube video by Patrick Morgan
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Why can't Metlink run longer trains on weekends to meet demand? www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3608... @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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This family of four wants to catch the train with their bikes - why can't they?
The Miller family wants to take their bikes on Wellington’s trains, but weekend services from their local station have space for only three at a time.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
"I believe in the power of our community. We can make Pōneke a creative, sustainable, innovative, world-leading city. We've popped up a bike network because you championed it." - @lauriefoon.bsky.social youtu.be/vlf1XdYlvwc @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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WCC candidate Laurie Foon is committed to better cycling in Wellington
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
@cyclewgtn.bsky.social and Bicycle Junction hosted WCC candidates. Candidate for Pukehinau/ Lambton Ward, @geordierogers.co.nz says "My vision for the city is where people can get around safely, no matter what time of day or transport mode. We need a dedicated cycling network." youtu.be/4fP8RlU3TjQ
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WCC candidate Geordie Rogers is committed to better cycling in Wellington
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
At CAN, lower speeds in our local communities is not negotiable. We recognise the benefits it brings to all road users, including cyclists. Safe, connected, separated cycling infrastructure includes lower speeds. Vote for candidates who supports lower speeds on your local streets.
Text says "Wouldn't it be nice to have... slower traffic speeds keeping everyone safer. Vote For Bikes. Cycling Action Network, Pae te haere maa Pahikara" 


Graphics show a bicycle with a dog in the front basket, along with a stylised VOTE tick in the front wheel, a speed limit sign showing 30 Kph, and a large faded question mark in the background.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
"It's great to see so many connected cycleways. We could do with more." - @trishgiven.bsky.social candidate for WCC in the Motukairangi / Eastern ward @cyclewgtn.bsky.social #Vote
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
Got your voting papers? Here's a voting guide from @cyclewgtn.bsky.social WCC has made massive progress on Wellington’s bike network, with good public support. But all that is at risk this election, with some candidates wanting to rip out bike lanes. www.cyclewellington.org.nz/voting_guide...
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Voting guide 2025 Local Body Elections
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Frankie is a fan of bike lanes. "Now I feel safe." @cyclewgtn.bsky.social #WellingtonBikeLife
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
"Bike lanes = happy days. Keep going, Wellington City Council" - Callum #WellingtonBikeLife @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
It's part of that #CyclingMagic - on your bike you can pop down to a local cafe, to the bookstore, the gym because you can. You don't have to worry about finding a car park, or the traffic, or the sheer stress of driving - all those evaporate when you jump on your bike. www.can.org.nz/nice
Text says "Wouldn't it be nice to have ... more people coming into shops instead of driving past." and "Vote For Bikes, Cycling Action Network, Pae te haere maa Pahikara", on top of a faded image of a bicycle, with a 'voting tick' in the front wheel, a street sign saying "bikes, bikes, bikes, sale!", and a large question mark.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Keep building bike lanes. I love them - Donna. @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
I've got one of the best commutes in the world. It's a blast, riding over Mt Victoria. I'm all for the Council promoting biking in Wellington. - Paul @cyclewgtn.bsky.social #WellingtonBikeLife
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Biking is a fun and easy way to get more exercise in your life. You’ll feel & look better when you regularly jump on your bike to go to work, to the shops, to the beach, and at CAN we stand behind that promise! #VoteForBikes #CyclingActionNetwork #MorePeopleOnBikesMoreOften www.can.org.nz/nice
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
The future of biking in Wellington is in the balance. Some people want to rip out bike lanes. We must vote for candidates who are committed to improving cycling. Join us at @cyclewgtn.bsky.social Get your free tickets at events.humanitix.com/meet-the-can...
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Meet the candidates - Cycling Edition
Join us to hear from local election candidates about their vision and perspectives on cycling and bike infrastructure for Pōneke.
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Pssst!! Wanna know what's a really good budget buster? That makes you smile, & you go for ages on a bowl of muesli? When you vote for candidates who believe in the power of bicycles, you help make possible all the nice things that make our communities ... affordable! #VoteForBikes #CyclingMagic
Words - "Wouldn't it be nice to have... less of the budget going on getting around" and "Vote for Bikes" and "CAN Cycling Action Network, Pae te Haere maa Pahikara"
Images - a stylised cargo bike with groceries in the front, and a vote tick in the front wheel, with a large faded question mark in the background.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
Sarah Free is standing for Wellington Regional Council. She is committed to better transport choices for Wellington, including more bus and cycle lanes. More at sarahfree.org.nz @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
As Ruth from Spokes Dunedin pointed out earlier this year, good bicycle parking at supermarkets makes all the difference! As many people noted, there is variability in the standard of bike parking at supermarkets; 1/n
The text reads "Wouldn't it be nice to have... a convenient way to arrive at your destination" and "Vote For Bikes, Cycling Action Network, Pae te Haere maa Pahikara". The images show a stylised bike locked to a stand, with a voting tick in the front wheel, and a large question mark in the back ground.
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Patrick Morgan @patrickmorgan.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
I want a connected and complete cycling network - @jonnyosborne.bsky.social Candidate for Motukairangi Eastern Ward at Wellington City Council @cyclewgtn.bsky.social
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
One of the side benefits of jumping on your bicycle - apart from smiles on your face, the feeling of freedom, smelling the sea breeze, and enjoying the sun - is exercise. You don't think about it really. You have somewhere to go, so it's natural to jump on the bike and go! But ...1/n
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Cycling Action Network @cyclingactionnz.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Sometimes you need to Mix your Go, as Auckland Transport says - drive to the park’n’ride and take the bus; take the train to a station, then switch to bus, or walk to the ferry terminal. But when you pick your bicycle? That’s FREEDOM. #NiceToHaves #CycleFreedom #VoteforBikes
Features an image of a person walking, a tram in the background, and a stylised bike with a voting tick in the front wheel, and a large faded question mark in the background. The text reads Wouldn't it be nice to have ... freedom to choose how to get around, Vote for Bikes, Cycling Action Network, Pae te Haere Maa Pahikara.
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