Friends of New England Rail Trail Inc.

26/06/2026

Cycling is not the enemy, clear, safe, cycling facilities are not for the elite or the minority.
The cost of living and a clear understanding that cycling is not only good for your body, but your mental health as well.
Connecting with community and sharing a friendly environment is something most of us want to do, the human connections can’t be underestimated.

24/06/2026

Happy follow-versary to all our awesome followers. Thanks for all of your support!
Zyla Steele
Aileen MacDonald MLC
Burtons Saddlery
Louise Bulgin
Martyn Noakes
Bicycle Central on Marsh
Brendan Moylan MP
Lifestyle Outfitters
Keiran Ryan
Deepwater Brewing
Tony Williamson
Brad Gooda
Garren Beattie
Glen Innes Business Chamber
Angry Bull Trails
Cr. Margot Davis - Mayor, Glen Innes Severn Council
Sally White
Northern Rivers Rail Trail
Steve Hodges
James Hoffmann
Guyra TroutFest
Frank Smith
Andrew Forrest
Kyle Griffin

24/06/2026

Imagine when we can offer a service like this one in the Norther Rivers, rail trails, for Anyone who Wants to use it

There were plenty of people out enjoying the Northern Rivers Rail Trail today, making the most of the beautiful sunshine! ☀️🚴

It was lovely to welcome the group from Lifebridge for a ride. The smiles, laughter, and people connecting with the outdoors and their community is what Cycling Without Age is all about.

A perfect day on the trail, surrounded by great company and enjoying everything the rail trail has to offer. 💙

10/06/2026

It was great to catch up with Brendan Moylan MP at the Armidale Markets in the Mall recently.
We really appreciate your continued support for the New England Rail Trail. We are excited to see how the next year or so rolls out as we head towards getting this project off the ground.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to register their support for NERT, we patiently await the outcome of the public consultation process, and expect that it will show what we already know. That is the majority of people are keen for this to project to progress, based on the overwhelming support shown to us over May.
Thank you all again and fingers crossed for a positive outcome.
Sam Coupland
Aileen MacDonald MLC
Jenny Aitchison MP

10/06/2026

Great to see this announcement from our friends in Glen Innes

Big news for our village communities - getting into town is going to get a whole lot easier!

The Access Bus is expanding to include Emmaville, Glencoe, Red Range and Deepwater, with services starting as early as this week.

That means more residents will soon have a simple, reliable way to get to appointments, do the groceries and stay connected, without having to line up a lift or work around limited options.

Building on the existing service through Life Choices Support Services, this expansion reaches communities where distance can make everyday trips to town a real challenge.

The service is rolling out progressively as part of a three-month pilot program and is available to eligible residents through the My Aged Care program (a referral is required).

Want to know when it’s coming to your area or how to access it? Contact LC-SS on (02) 6730 2500 or email [email protected].

02/06/2026

What a wonderful service, we hope to have something similar in our area

01/06/2026

Sounds a bit extreme !

ERROL PARKER | Editor-at-large | Contact A local old codger has confirmed he is willing to die to prevent the old Port of Betoota Rail Line be transformed into a "rail trail". Bruce Hall, a retired school teacher from the Port of Betoota, told The Advocate that it was a dark day

31/05/2026

This is the last chance to record your support. If you haven't yet please do, if you already have, Thank You !!

31/05/2026

So much gas bet. Said about getting trains north to Brisbane, it seems like Queensland rail already have a lot in their plate.
What to you think the chances are to see them building the line from Wallangarra?

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