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Written by Damien Novak
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Wednesday, 17 June 2009 15:56 |
 After five years, Vicki Ogilvie is stepping down as president of Dykes on Bikes Queensland. Damien Novak reports.
Dykes on Bikes Queensland is undertaking a changing of the guard.
After five years in the position, Vic Ogilvie is standing down as Dykes on Bikes’ longest-running president. When Vic and a number of her closest friends and fellow riders took over Dykes on Bikes five years ago, it was on the brink of collapse.
It would have been devastating to lose it, Dykes on Bikes being one of our most significant community groups.
The group of friends worked tirelessly to rebuild the club, encourage new riders, create a drama-free environment and welcome associate members even if they didn’t own a bike.
Vic has just been recognised for her outstanding community work by winning the Volunteer of the Year award at this year’s Queens Ball celebrations.
I asked Vic to reflect on her time with Dykes on Bikes.
“It’s been an amazing five years as President,” she said.
“I’ve meet the most fabulous women, enjoyed weekends away and of course, been on some breathtaking rides.
“At times it’s been really hard because as president you’re always the target of blame when members are unable to take responsibility for their behaviour – but all in all, that’s few and far between.
“If the club takes time to carefully choose its new president, I have no doubt that it will continue and that it will thrive well into the future”.
Vic’s reason for resigning relates to her new role: she will now become the President of the first gender queer motorcycle club in Australia: ‘The Order of Seven’, which will be operated under a traditional motorcycle club structure, with exclusive membership.
Keep reading Queensland Pride for more details on the new club. Queensland Pride wishes both clubs success.
For more information on The Order of Seven, email
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Change of Guard at Dykes on Bikes
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