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S1E41 PnP Irene McAleese talks about cycling in Singapore, London and See.Sense, a super-responsive data device to improve visibility and bike riding

In this People & Projects episode of the Streets and People podcast, Wendy Nash chats with Irene McAleese, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of See.Sense about her journey riding bikes and her company’s innovative bike light technology. Initially starting as a personal safety project, See.Sense has evolved into a data-driven solution aimed at improving rider safety via advanced sensors and AI. The discussion covers Irene’s experiences and challenges in launching a startup, the impact of bike data on urban planning and potential community projects to foster inclusivity and safety in the bike riding world. Irene shares insights from her presentation at the Asia Pacific Bike Riding Conference and discusses her vision for safer, bike-friendly cities.

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www.GetAroundCaboCarFree.com.au

To find out more about the research, go here: https://imoveaustralia.com/project/project-outcomes/understanding-the-cyclist-experience-to-improve-their-road-safety/ and here: https://australasianroadsafetyconference.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2023_ARSC_Full-Proceedings.pdf

The Streets and People Podcast

Every day in Caboolture and Morayfield, people get left behind because they can’t drive. Some are too young. Some are older. Others live with disability or manage on a low income. You probably know 1 or 2 people in that situation.

We keep asking the same question: Why do cars get the red carpet while everyone else gets the gravel?

Get Around Caboolture is a local movement focused on practical transport solutions that work for more people. Through real stories and expert insights, our podcast highlights what’s missing – and what’s possible.

Our podcast series:

People & Projects (PnP): Interviews with researchers, advocates, and professionals working on transport solutions across Australia.

Not Everyone Drives (NED): Conversations with locals who don’t drive, sharing how transport access, or the lack of it, shapes their everyday lives.

Road Rules 360 (RR360)
Co-hosted with John Burrill, this series looks at road rules from all angles, with a focus on people walking, riding, scooting, or using mobility aids.

You’re invited to explore the episodes and learn more at www.GetAroundCaboolture.au.

Get Around Caboolture is a community movement advocating for more transport choice and less hassle.

Here are easy ways you can help us get better transport 

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Click here to find out how to help us get more transport options! 

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If you're interested in what we do, we could do with your support

Get Around Caboolture is a community movement advocating for more travel options for people in
Caboolture & Morayfield. 

Our Goals

1. All children can ride to school on safe streets 

2. All young adults can get to work or study without needing a car so they begin adulthood without a debt of $15,000 a year. 

A lack of transport options leads to a high financial burden for
families, businesses and governments.

The only way we can be sustainable for the long term is with your help. 

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