The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Users Association is hosting its ninth annual community bike ride from Fernvale, Queensland, on Monday, 26 January 2026. The 44-kilometre event offers a social way for residents to celebrate Australia Day while exploring the local landscape on two wheels.
Cyclists will meet at the Fernvale Sports Ground for a 6:00 AM start to beat the summer heat. The route follows the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail via Lowood and Coominya before finishing at Esk Station.
Organisers describe the ride as a “supported” event — with a SAG/support vehicle, marshals and first-aid cover — making it suitable for a wide range of skill levels. Event listings and local tourism materials also describe the ride as family-friendly and supported; participants are nevertheless advised to ensure their bikes are suitable for off‑road sections and to carry basic repair and first‑aid supplies.
The event is supported by Somerset Regional Council as part of the region’s Australia Day activities. The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Users Association manages the event, with shuttle and logistics support provided by commercial partners such as Out There Cycling.
Participants must register via Eventbrite; ticketing is handled through Eventbrite (organiser lists tickets at $0–$45). Organisers say fees were introduced to cover rising insurance and logistical costs. A subsidised shuttle service to transport riders and their bikes from Esk back to Fernvale will be available at the end of the ride; riders are advised to pre-book as shuttle capacity can be limited.
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