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Choosing to ride: A small shift with a big impact
In January, Pastor Paul Cossey from Motueka Baptist Church discovered WorkRide, a benefit programme designed to make e-bikes more affordable. WorkRide enables employers (including self-employed individuals) to cover the cost of a bike upfront, with employees repaying it through a salary sacrifice arrangement. The programme, which has IRD approval, removes many of the financial and administrative barriers that prevent workplaces from offering this benefit. Thanks to WorkRide, Paul was able to get an e-bike much sooner than expected, and with a significant saving on the overall cost. Now, Paul regularly turns up to visits and meetings on his bike, hi-vis and all!
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