A Special Team Effort
On a sunny Bendigo winter's morning, Peter the 'Pilot' and Alan the 'Stoker' set out to experience what such a Tuesday had to offer. Yet what were each of them about to do? Was Peter [...]
Trail Towns TV visits Rail Trail
The producers of a new TV series Trail Towns (coming to SBS later in 2020) visited Bendigo to experience what the popular O'Keefe Rail Trail had to offer. Trail Towns rolls into town! After [...]
Heathcote, the Hub of Trails
Thinking about visiting Heathcote, Victoria for a day or weekend, yet wondering if there are enough opportunities locally to cycle or walk? Well if you are looking for some serious challenges, then choose the access [...]
World Bicycle Day
We may not be able to ride together as ‘normal’* during these uncertain times, but we can still stay connected through our love of bike riding. Jump on your bike Wednesday 3rd June for #WorldBicycleDay [...]
Temporary Trail Detour
Planning to cycle or walk along the O’Keefe Rail Trail during Monday 1 June and Tuesday 2 June, whether for commuting or out for some exercise with friends? If your plans include one particular section [...]
Trail Becomes More Popular
The local communities along the O'Keefe Rail Trail have embraced the use of this trail during the current COVID19 restrictions. Both individuals, friends and families have been observed cycling, walking and running at various sections [...]
Trail Options to Explore
The Greater Bendigo area has many formal trails that await to be explored. While some of these trails are great for sharing a short walk or brief bike ride within urban areas, ie the Mulga [...]
Reflecting upon the Past and the Present
Being able to take time out, while out exercising and exploring the O'Keefe Rail Trail, to reflect upon elements of history and also more recent rail trail activity is one of the options currently available [...]
New Railway Attraction on the O’Keefe Rail Trail
The impact that the Victorian Railways had on the economies of many small communities, as well as the larger cities during the 20th century, can easily be overlooked. Not only did the railways provide important [...]
Seek Alternative Route
For local users of the O’Keefe Rail Trail during the week 20 – 24 April, whether commuting or out for some exercise, there will be a section of the trail closed in the East Bendigo [...]