The Pioneer Valley Rail Trail is set for a major upgrade, with Member for Mirani Glen Kelly MP announcing $75,000 in funding to improve the much-loved community asset. The boost, delivered through the Department of Transport and Main Road’s Rail Trail Program, will resurface around two and a half kilometres of the track, enhancing safety, accessibility, and the experience for locals and visitors alike.
Mr Kelly said that the $75,000 will go a long way in adding to the work that’s already been done on the Rail Trail.
“This $75,000 is the start of the new venture for the Pioneer Valley, and that’s tourism.” Mr Kelly said.
“A rail trail up in the beautiful country of the Pioneer Valley is something that could help put the area on the map as a tourist hotspot.
“We’re looking at two and a half kilometres of the rail trail, meaning more distance being added to what is already there.
Mike Browne from the Pioneer Valley Rail Trail welcomed the funding.
“We’re very happy with the support we’ve received from Glen Kelly MP’s office to help us get this funding,” Mike said.
“This money will go towards improving the trail’s surface, from Gargett for 2.6km which will make it more accessible to users of all abilities.”
These upgrades are part of the Crisafulli Government’s Destination 2045 strategy, which is focused on unlocking Queensland’s ecotourism potential and driving regional development Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said this investment would increase visitation and economic activity in regional areas.
“Cycling tourism is growing rapidly, and rail trails play a vital role in supporting the economies of regional towns,” Minister Mickelberg said.
“This investment helps revitalise disused infrastructure, connect people with nature, and create new opportunities for communities to grow and prosper.”
Supporting the development of rail trail experiences in Queensland also contributes to Destination 2045’s ecotourism and regional growth priorities.
The Pioneer Valley Rail Trail will receive a $75,000 upgrade to resurface 2.6km of track, improving safety, accessibility, and boosting the region’s tourism potential. Photos supplied
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