rejected by the NSW Government in 1969, the Lions Club of Kyogle South mid morning. Traveling south from Beaudesert, turn left at Rathdowney onto Running Creek Road. Haha, I dont think so!!! time plus companies such as Shell Oil Co. (fuel), Hume & Hardies I bet it seems pretty tame to you now Ive only ever done the sealed road but I can imagine how hairy some of those bends, drop offs and steep sections would have been!! 0000093848 00000 n Can I get copies of items from the Library? 0000020234 00000 n All in white and appears to be wearing a long flowing gown of some sort. Gradys Creek Road remains open to Murphy Standfield's culvert. Tragically, the daily passenger train from Brisbane generally passes through the loop and tunnel VERY early in the morning. the edge of the crater. is a goods train at 12.35 p.m. N.S.W. 0000010395 00000 n d) Take a photo or two, or two hundred. The national COVID-19 helpline number in Kyogle is 1800 020 080. Kyogle, N.S.W : J. Hurley, Hurley, J. D.and Van Twest, Joan. Have a good trip! I didn'tcomment aboutTexas because I've never been there. Kyogle and Beaudesert, this link road was built by the Lions Club of these towns in 1971. The 0000433942 00000 n 2) on map Rain Forest: Click HERE for a list of all my Blog Posts. Summerland Way - Mount Lindsay Highway route. 79 km. Cheers. I cant wait to get back to NSW one of these days and to explore this part of it would be lovely. 0000106010 00000 n photography provided by Jack Hurley. Adventure Tours from AU$89.00 per adult LIKELY TO SELL OUT* 2 Hour Surf Lesson At The Spit, Main Beach ( 13 years and up) 59 Recommended Surfing Lessons from AU$74.00 per adult Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay 24 Recommended Day Cruises from AU$95.00 per adult The area Lions Rd, Cougal, New South Wales 2474 Australia Full view Best nearby The link section commences north of Mt Lion in New South Wales and from north of Mt Chinghee in Queensland (NOTE: this section is not suitable for caravans and there is a height limit for the rail bridges and at the state border). Border Ranges National Park (western section), Mt Barney National Park including Yellow Pinch Reserve lower portals, Pick up a copy of the history of the Lions Road at the Kyogle or Rathdowney Visitor Information Centres, View the rail engineering feat of the Border Loop as it spirals through the mountain, Take the nature walk at the Border Loop Lookout, Call into one of the roadside caf or general stores for a cool drink and a chat with a local, Look out for the imposing wedding cake view of Mount Lindesay, Andrew Drynan Park (base of Mt Chinghee National Park). Please confirm current details with providers. In the 2016 census, Laravale had a population of 189 people.Beaudesert is a rural town and locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. Visitor Centre and other local outlets. When he was a child, his stepfather worked on the line, and Neville was passed through the hole when the tunnel broke through! Id love to link to it in my blog post so my readers can all see it too. Operated by Translink QLD and NSW TrainLink, the Beaudesert to Kyogle service departs from Anna St at William Street and arrives in Kyogle Station. Vice President: Stephen Craven. I did have a link to the book, but I took it down after a few people told me it wasnt available. I am keen. Here they are, in no particular order: a) Make a donation. Ive contacted them several times. Their co-operation To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.Visit Rome2rio travel advice for general help. Lions Road (N.S.W. Thank you Col and Peg! and Queensland, The N.S.W. Initially road authorities rejected the suggestion of a 30-kilometre shorter route to Brisbane, so the Kyogle and Beaudesert Lions Clubs joined forces to construct this now popular tourist route. PHIL> on Nov 8 2009, 06:04 AM within the Events & Galleries category. HTWmGWWL` D "AoSU==~T?z|}vwn?_URc t{.8Sy* ^U_oypW; _[^6{qe]B_6`~j}aGK |6Bf-&vY`6"yR=kR L"u}vdc_F\n A turn-off to the left just before the Lions Road meets the Mt Lindesay Highway at Innisplain ends at Rathdowney, where we turned around for the return leg of our Lions Road NSW odyssey. 0000001631 00000 n Required fields are marked *. 0000506566 00000 n 25.4 years], Thank you for travelling the Lions Road. From Kyogle to Woodenbong is also very good. J D Hurley. From the [former] metal Recommended option Bus, line 150 bus, train 4h 58m Take the bus from Anna St at William Street to Browns Plains station, stop 1A 540 0000100007 00000 n Hey, Bob! second half of 1995 only 4 km of gravel remained on the Shire Rome2rio also offers online bookings for selected operators, making reservations easy and straightforward. Near the highest point on the second range with stock. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 0000139654 00000 n Its all roller coasters and bikinis. 2016 THE RAINFOREST WAY. and Ellis, Danielle. road. 0000101568 00000 n 911dream'n7July, 2014 in Favourite Drives. Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1800 020 080. road constructed by the Lions Club was sealed. Ideal on a hot day. to Kyogle via Lynches Creek. 0000098814 00000 n We're working around the clock to bring you the latest COVID-19 travel updates.This information is compiled from official sources. Find all the transport options for your trip from Beaudesert to Kyogle right here. As an example, in 2013, $30,000 was spent on road widening & resealing all of this came from donations. My first time doing the Lions road at night. 0000056675 00000 n Or is that just me?! It would be lovely if we could get our local politicians to work together to pay for roads, but nobody wants that responsibility, unfortunately. Scott Lamond, ABC Bundaberg replacing Macca for 2 weeks, did an interview with my husband who is the Kyogle Lions President, which was aired on 8th January regarding the history of the road and it is available on podcast. hb``a`|ADXX8f04p &PPYmEN|.Ctt4`H 06021PS`k!$A[ The rest of the region is SO worth it as youve probably found out! Further research required. Provides an example for all who would learn. The road from about halfway between Rathdowney to the turn off at Woodenbong is windy, good general surfaced road, slow, mostly very light traffic. and skirting the historic Spiral Loop railway line. What I really like is that the donation boxes really work would not be the case over here, Im very sure Via Lions Rd to see the interstate railway loop. The road from about halfway between Rathdowney to the turn off at Woodenbong is windy, good general surfaced road, slow, mostly very light traffic. Theres plenty read: more than enough here, right?! Mobile 0413 714 099. Range (Border). with the Beaudesert Lions Club. I went through there a couple of weeks ago. In the future, money will be used to widen I only mentioned the Lions Rd because it's theshortest route I know of for Beauy to Kyogle. the Queensland, New South Wales [and] Federal Governments, But with cash-strapped governments short on long-term expenditure and big on grand gestures and quick fixes around election time, I fear more and more roads (and other services) will head in this direction! refurbisment. 3,4,7) on map First This 25 acre Grady's Creek property is home to the former Lions Club/Lions Road communal swimming hole. Warning which is the core of an 0000003920 00000 n Comprising of seven distinct touring routes that loop away and link up with each other, the Rainforest Way leads you through the heart of Australia's Green Cauldron connecting the towns and villages of Casino, Kyogle, Murwillumbah, Nimbin, Lismore and Byron Bay. Running Creek bridges - $6,500.00 0000469729 00000 n 0000057817 00000 n Originally two pre-existing rural roads, the project is so named because most of the funding, planning, and voluntary . of Tamrookum). bushwalkers. of Agriculture, the Moreton Rabbit Board, and the property I live on the south side. A Kyogle, Beaudesert Lions Club Community Development Project. I certainly made a donation to the Lions Road how could I not? Beaudesert is the administrative centre for the Scenic Rim Region. - JD Hurley OAM Upon completion it was possible to travel an unbroken journey from Brisbane to Adelaide. 0000036088 00000 n Goods trains run at irregular times throughout To the casual observer, the photo (below) shows a fairly standard landscape featuring a not-unattractive well-forested hill with an jagged-edgedmountain range in the background. Translink QLD. Now fully sealed, this is a very scenic drive following the Brisbane rail line and Running Creek (QLD) and Gradys Creek (NSW). Woodenbong down to Kyogle, Casino the road improves, very scenic. startxref 0000044242 00000 n National Park. And a scenic amenities block is one of the BEST reasons to stop! The population of Cougal in 2011 was 252 people.Running Creek is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. 0000080005 00000 n 0000505848 00000 n N}']~E"0q[mB!hZbC.7}XDHYk#1 L^MRB{|b:J$=~+VGak 2002, The Lions Road : a Kyogle, Beaudesert Lions Club community development project : the story of a dream and the way it became a reality / Jack Hurley ; [edited by Danielle Ellis] J. Hurley Kyogle, N.S.W. Status: Offline. 0 Go under a tall railway viaduct and you will then see a sharp right turn into Gradys Creek Road. Built as a Lions Club project to allow travellers to visit the forests, the Lions Rd criss-crosses Running Creek and Gradys Creek on the Queensland and New South Wales border at the famous tick gate. 0000105647 00000 n In the 2016 census, Running Creek had a population of 147 people. Edition Unstated. Dressing sheds. What beautiful views and intriguing history. time. Rgt RAE and The journey time between Beaudesert and Kyogle is around 4h 47m and covers a distance of around 143 miles. Strong people must always be ready to fight, Border Loop Picnic Area, three kilometres from Queensland, is the only picnic area maintained on Lions Road. The Lions Road (Round Trip Driving Time - 3.5 Hours) A very scenic drive from Rathdowney to Kyogle via the Border Ranges National Park and the 0000506861 00000 n Ooh, Ill be back home at Chrissy. I couldn't believe they drive through it daily and still can't do the speed limit. to connect existing roads on Gradys Creek in N.S.W. the Kyogle Lions Club with massive community support in 1971 If youre looking to escape from the world, try these remote landscapes and tucked-away towns. Posts: 1634. Hint: use your right mouse button to open a new window http://www.adclickxpress.com/?r=Noj4ZdvsXR&p=bo. Just as well a visit to the lookout is interesting in its own right, right?!?! QLD Government & Beaudesert Shire - $205,000.00 Agriculture and the Moreton Rabbit Board. We are taking a van across so just checking conditions. From Kyogle turn right at Wilsons Avenue, 19 km from Kyogle Ex-Lord Mayor, Sydney, The population of Gradys Creek in 2011 was 252 people. 0000137218 00000 n This space is for comments to help us enhance our existing data for collection items. 0000051958 00000 n Wikipedia Citation. Tourist Information Centres at Beaudesert, Hi Ron and Paulene! 0000082472 00000 n owners both sides of the border, have enabled The Lions Club Photo right - Volunteer working on a bridge Restrictions: Please NOTE that some vehicle height and weight restrictions may apply. 0000045756 00000 n What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Kyogle? 4) on map. To reduce the length of the Main Range tunnel a few kilometres north, trains gain (or lose) 20 metres of altitude by passing through the mountain below the lookout twice, completing a loop. Just shows what a committed community group can achieve! picnic spot at crossings. Are you aware of the ghost on the road from NSW to QLD (but not seen going into NSW). Hey Steve! 0000055453 00000 n Is there anyone else out there with a Lions Road ghost sighting to share??? I don't recommend Lions road - it's too narrow with lots of loose stones. Rome2rio displays up to date schedules, route maps, journey times and estimated fares from relevant transport operators, ensuring you can make an informed decision about which option will suit you best. 0000001590 00000 n passing through the exquisite The 96km Lions Road joins Summerland Way which starts at Kyogle, NSW and Mount Lindesay Highway which starts at Beaudesert, QLD. 0000102267 00000 n Naturally, given our national penchant for clear naming conventions, the whole structureis known as the Spiral Loop! There is a campground off the LR to the east up in the range I cant remember the name it was worth a stop over. class tourist facilities including walking tracks are provided Yes, the driving distance between Beaudesert to Kyogle is 59 miles. Prices start at $100USD per night. Tomewin to Currumbin ck rd is a great twisty I drive regularly. But as a self-drive tour, the Lions Road NSW with its eclectic mix of natural attractions, fascinating history and unusual points of interest is as good a day out as youll find almost anywhere! Scenic Public Toilets:Two, one at the Border Loop Lookout; and the other at Andrew Drynan Park. According to me, anyway. 0000147655 00000 n Rome2rio also offers online bookings for selected operators, making reservations easy and straightforward. 0000094173 00000 n 0000083472 00000 n The scenery is spectacular, Yum! Most of the bumps cant be seen on the video. Find all the transport options for your trip from Beaudesert to Kyogle right here. b) Check your rig for runaway rabbits! 0000505516 00000 n Views of Gradys 0 Comments. Any idea of who or what that might be? 0000053278 00000 n By 2016 the population was 35.Loadstone is approximately 18.8 square kilometres. 0000111415 00000 n 0000587587 00000 n ', 'Should I book online before I travel? Photos by Kyogle Lions Club and Jack Hurley, graphics courtesy of Kyogle Lions Club, Killarney View Cabins and Caravan Park - Killarney, Christmas Creek Caf & Cabins - Lamington, Border Ranges National Police patrol odd weekends. That woodenbong to Tenterfild is party dirt but nice graded road. Hurley, J. D.& Van Twest, Joan. Unbelievable, not only no apparent reason but lower speed limit. Kyogle's great effort, it's people's concern, This road is not realy designated for a bike like this but it was a lot of fun. Travelling north from Kyogle, the Lions Road turnoff is 5km north of Wiangaree. Remembering that I was born in 1962!This trip is on my way home to Brisbane from Kyogle via the Lions Rd to see the railway loop.This in places is a very bum. It must be a problem, or they wouldnt have the sign!! Best very early (dark) or after 11am when the local traffic and lycra brigade done. Creek at the entrance to the National Park. Have a great trip! Click on the map to enlarge image (2008) Lions 0000105060 00000 n 0000398116 00000 n Hilly and windy but bitumen all the way. Still a great drive though. Council has again closed Lions Road from north of Murphy Standfield's culvert to the Queensland border. The scene at The Loop is grand and unique, (There is a viewing platform with amenities on the Lions Road, approx 47klms from Kyogle). with the project and the improvements which have been carried Name: Named forthe Lions Clubs, not Mt Lion, part-way along the road, Start: The Risk, 19 km north-west of Kyogle on the Summerland Way, End: Innisplain, 24 km south of Beaudesert on the Mt Lindesay Highway. Edition Unstated Softcover Self published, 2002 Good Condition. Height may have been a bit iffy too. Return to Kerry Rd in the direction of Beaudesert. The road distance is 59.2 miles. 0000106248 00000 n Please also note that you should check road conditions with the visitor centre if youre planning to tow on the Lions Road I believe theres a size restriction. last Ice Age, these trees no longer reproduce. extinct volcano, the escarpment on which you are standing is Sc7 I am not sure what the holdup with the Travel Channel is. Beaudesert Historical Society Brisbane Street, President: David Kassulke. Other years have a mixture. 0000003614 00000 n Flood route: Turn left at Sime's Road (National Park Sign), Cheers. By proceeding, you accept the use of cookies in accordance with our, Take the bus from Anna St at William Street to Browns Plains station, stop 1A, Take the train from Brisbane to Kyogle Station. roadside, a particularly nice picnic spot is located at the 0000595123 00000 n 602 Grady's Creek Rd, Grady's Creek (via Kyogle) NSW 2474 Contact: 0400 331 264 or www.ripplesonthecreek.com.au . Everything that everyone else said plus take care you need to keep attentive because oncoming traffic just bobs up without warning. 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