Health and wellbeing

Fast Pace at the 2026 Bendigo Ford Fun Run

Records were smashed at the 2026 Bendigo Ford Fun Run on Sunday 1 March, with an incredible 4,000 registrations across five events – the largest turnout in the event’s history. The Friends of the Bendigo–Kilmore [...]

2026-03-01T15:14:49+11:00March 1, 2026|Activities, Community, Friends, Health and wellbeing|

TV Cycling Commentator Experiences the O’Keefe Rail Trail

Where did the famous Burke and Wills expedition cross what is now the O’Keefe Rail Trail? It’s a question many people may not be able to answer, yet SBS television cycling commentator Micheal Tomalaris now [...]

2026-02-26T16:07:15+11:00February 26, 2026|Communications - media, Health and wellbeing, Regional tourism|

Social Wednesday Trail Ride Brings Riders Together

After recent extreme heat forced a postponement of the January FBKRT's Social Wednesday Ride, members were keen to get back on the trail when the revised date of 4 February rolled around — and the [...]

2026-02-08T22:53:14+11:00February 8, 2026|Activities, Community, Friends, Health and wellbeing|

Members Enjoy Rail Trail and Canberra Rides

Seven members of the Friends of the Bendigo–Kilmore Rail Trail group recently enjoyed a few days of cycling adventures, beginning with the picturesque Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail and continuing on to the extensive Canberra [...]

2025-11-10T07:35:22+11:00November 10, 2025|Activities, Friends, Health and wellbeing|

Marathon Volunteers in Action

Perfect weather helped the annual O'Keefe Challenge event's runners to achieve their personal aspirations utilising the O'Keefe Rail Trail. Friends volunteers at the Knowsley Aid Station Also helping were the many community volunteers, [...]

2025-05-06T09:43:00+10:00May 6, 2025|Activities, Community, Health and wellbeing, Regional tourism|

Friends, Cycling and Fun Times

Cycling with friends has become a cherished activity for many, offering a blend of physical exercise and social engagement. Whether participating in organised events, exploring scenic trails, or enjoying casual rides, group cycling provides numerous [...]

2025-04-11T08:20:34+10:00April 7, 2025|Community, Friends, Health and wellbeing, Uncategorized|

Cyclists Tackle Dusty Forest Tracks

Twelve members of the Friends of the Bendigo-Kilmore Rail Trail took to the tracks for their monthly ride, venturing from Maiden Gully to Marong via off-road forest trails. Under clear blue skies, the riders enjoyed [...]

2025-04-11T08:53:37+10:00March 27, 2025|Activities, Friends, Health and wellbeing, Natural environment|
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