Committee

Peter Read

Secretary & New South Wales Representative

nsw@cyclekarts.org.au

Peter Read is an electrical fitter and systems integrator with over 20 years’ experience in the electrical and manufacturing industries. His career has taken him from managing a custom switchboard manufacturer with projects reaching as far as the Pilbara, Maldives, Siberia and the Congo, to his current work designing turnkey electrical systems for underground mining ventilation projects.

A passionate supporter of community, creativity and social inclusion, Peter sees CycleKarting as the perfect mix of engineering and fun. His goal is to bring like-minded hobbyists together and grow the CycleKart community in Australia. 

Pete Allen

Membership Liaison & SE Queensland Representative

qld@cyclekarts.org.au

Pete’s love of vintage machinery and building "wacky fun machines" started from his childhood on his family’s dairy farm. Today, he balances a 25-year career as a Business Development Manager in the Mechanical and Engineering sectors with a lifelong passion for building go-karts, mini bikes, and now CycleKarts. Pete believes CycleKarts are the ultimate bridge between generations. They provide a hands-on pathway for people to learn mechanical & fabrication techniques, and a budget-friendly way for vintage car enthusiasts to get a classic look without the "heavy lifting" and expense of a full-scale restoration.

"Whether you’re a master fabricator or just starting your first build, I’m here to help you get your CycleKart on track."

Mick Percy

National Chair & South Australia Representative

sa@cyclekarts.org.au

Mick Percy is an engineer and is passionate about all things motorsports. He is an Australian land speed record holder and has spent a career working within the automotive manufacturing industry, working for everyone from Audi to Jaguar. He is currently runs his own company making supercharger kits for vintage VW's, for which he is known worldwide.

This passion naturally extends to CycleKarting, where he is a fervent supporter of bringing CycleKarting to the masses. Mick's goal is to make CycleKarting accessible to anyone who wants to have a go.

Melissa Percy

Treasurer

treasurer@cyclekarts.org.au

Mel is an Early Childhood Educator and has a passion for community and bringing people together. 

A true altruist, Mel is an advocate for inclusivity and values the power that connecting people has on mental health and wellbeing.

Mel see's Cyclekarting as way of bringing families and the wider community together whether young or old.

"Having fun and the thrill of having a go is what Cyclekarting and life is all about"