Great Southern Rail Trail

14/06/2026

Friday Feels😍

09/06/2026

🏔️ Misty mornings and winter fog make the rolling hills and farmlands along the Great Southern Rail Trail look incredible this time of year.

🧣 Whether you're travelling from Nyora to Yarram or anywhere in between, rug up and enjoy the calm of the cooler season on the Trail.

05/06/2026

Long weekends are made for this! Make it a date and walk, run or ride your way along the Great Southern Rail Trail.

As you pass through the many towns along the trail, be sure to stop in and see what’s on 👇
🧊 Check out the ArtCubes in Fish Creek.
🍅 Stock up on fresh produce and locally made goods at the Koonwarra Farmers Market, Yarram Scout Hall Market or Meeniyan Makers Market.
🍷 Or head to Loch and enjoy a taste of the annual Loch Village Food and Wine Festival

⭐ There’s so much to explore along the trail and something waiting for you in every town.

👇 For more inspiration, visit the links below.
https://visitsouthgippsland.com.au/events
https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/en/events

15/05/2026

🎨 The Great Southern Rail Trail isn't just a ride or walk, it's also an open-air gallery.

🖌️ Here are some snaps of just a few of the many murals scattered along the Trail.

🟠 Leongatha Railway Precinct - native flora and fauna mural by Ash Taylor
🟠 Korumburra Commercial Street - native flora and fauna mural by Melanie Caple
🟠 Loch Underpass - kangaroos, lorikeets, koalas, and eagles by Josh and Jack

📸 You may have discovered others along the trail. Snap your favourites and share the journey!

14/05/2026

👍 Got a green thumb?

🪴 Be part of South Gippsland Landcare Network's mighty planting day along the Great Southern Rail Trail!

👇 Details below.

🗓 KOONWARRA PLANTING DAY

Sunday 24 May • ⏰ 9:00 am - Onwards • 📍 Koonwarra

The Nerrena / Tarwin Valley Landcare Group is hosting a tree planting day and is calling for extra volunteers to help. The group has 4,800 trees to plant along a wetland running parallel to the Great Southern Rail Trail (GSRT) at Kuhne's Bushlea Jersey Stud, off Gwythers Siding Rd, Koonwarra - lunch will be provided by the Leongatha Lions Club..

The restored wetland will be visible from the GSRT in the years ahead.

Bring: Suitable clothing for a wetland site (gum boots essential — parts of the site are wet), Hamilton tree planter if available

How to get there: Enter via a paddock off Gwythers Siding Rd, just before crossing the GSRT. It is the 2nd last gate on the right coming from the highway. Parking is available on the road or in the paddock, subject to paddock conditions.

RSVP to Phil Poulton, on 0428 642 371

13/05/2026

☀️ Beautiful blue skies along the Great Southern Rail Trail this week!

01/05/2026

⚠️ Works will be undertaken near the Great Southern Rail Trail, approximately 650 metres west of Minns Road, Koonwarra, on Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 May.

🚶‍♂️ Rail Trail users may experience minor delays during this time. Please take care when passing through the area.

🌿 Happy travels along the Great Southern Rail Trail!

29/04/2026

27/04/2026

🌿 Tucked away in South Gippsland, Koonwarra is a true hidden gem, known for its local produce and strong artisan culture.

While it may be a tiny town, it more than makes up for it with character and community spirit.

What you’ll find in Koonwarra:
🍞 A monthly Farmers Market (happening this Saturday 2 May).
🏃‍♀️ A popular parkrun on the Rail Trail every Saturday.
🌳 Relaxed green spaces like Memorial Park and the Koonwarra Recreation Reserve.
🚶‍♀️ Scenic trail walks and a welcoming, laid‑back vibe.

🦴 The town is also close to an important 115‑million‑year‑old fossil site, with a special biodiversity walk along the trail between Koonwarra and Meeniyan — a must‑see for nature lovers.

24/04/2026

🌹 ANZAC Day is a time for reflection - to honour the servicemen and women who have served and sacrificed for our country, and to acknowledge those who continue to serve today.

❤️ As people walk, ride or gather along the trail and in nearby towns, we invite everyone to take a quiet moment to reflect on the values of courage, mateship and service that ANZAC Day represents.

🎺 Lest we forget.