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Rushworth Rail Trail Bike Ride

Name: Rushworth Rail Trail Bike Ride
Start: 2026-04-08T09:30:00+10:00
End: 2026-04-08T09:30:00+10:00
Location: Rushworth

About

*Please ensure you read the terms and conditions at the bottom of this page prior to registering for this event.

Step into history and nature on the Rushworth Rail Trail, a scenic 11-kilometre journey departing from Old Lead Road, Rushworth.

The day begins with a brief history of the Murchison–Rushworth railway line, first constructed in 1890 to support the booming gold and agricultural industries.

After the introduction, participants will embark on an easy 11-kilometre ride, passing through former gold mining and cropping country, alongside the picturesque Waranga Basin. Along the way, riders will encounter interpretive signs telling the story of the railway and the area’s impressive irrigation channels. Keep an eye out for wildlife—you might even spot a kangaroo or two!

The ride concludes at Harrimans Point, where morning tea will be served. It is the perfect opportunity to unwind, share stories from the trail, and take in the stunning lakeside surroundings before making the return trip back to Rushworth. A support vehicle will be available for participants who prefer not to ride back and require a lift to Rushworth.

Bring your bike or walking gear, a water bottle, and sun protection, and get ready for a day that combines history, scenery, and great company.

Don’t miss this unique chance to pedal through the past and enjoy the beauty of the Rushworth countryside.

Date: Wednesday April 8, 2026
Time: 9am for 9.30am start
Venue: Meet at
Difficulty: Easy to moderate

E-bikes are available in medium and large sizes (booking required as limited availability), or bring your own bike.

**IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE BELOW TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRIOR TO REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT**

By completing this registration form, I acknowledge that the Rushworth Rail Trail Bike Ride involves inherent risks, including the risk of injury to life or death and damage to property and in undertaking such activities, do so at my own risk. These risks include but are not limited to falls from bicycles, collisions with other riders, pedestrians, wildlife or vehicles, uneven trail surfaces, weather conditions, mechanical failure and riding on shared trails and public roads.

I acknowledge that the ride includes sections of shared trail and a public road and I agree to obey all Victorian road rules and ride safely at all times. I understand that ride facilitators provide guidance only and participants remain responsible for their own riding and safety.

I am also aware that it is a condition of participation in Rushworth Rail Trail Bike Ride that Goulburn Murray Landcare Network (GMLN) and Landcare Victoria Inc (LVI) are released by me from all liability howsoever arising from injury or damage to both property and person howsoever caused (whether fatal or otherwise) arising out of my participation in the event whether or not such injury or damage is due to any negligent act, breach of duty, default and/or omission on the part of the Goulburn Murray Landcare Network, its committee or volunteers.

I indemnify GMLN, its committee and volunteers against all loss, damage and expenses arising out of or in connection with any claims, actions, proceedings or demands of any kind arising directly or indirectly because of my participation in the event.

I acknowledge and agree that my participation in the event is a consequence of my own free will and desire and that I have read and understand the above warning, release, and indemnity.

I warrant that I am 18-years of age or older and am lawfully able to enter this release and indemnity or, in the event that I am a minor, I have the permission of my legal guardian to participate in the event and that my legal guardian has agreed to adhere to the terms of the indemnity above.

I confirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the child/children listed in this registration and consent to their participation in the Rushworth Rail Trail Bike Ride. I agree that the above warning, release and indemnity applies to their participation in the event