Castlemaine - Maryborough Rail Trail

13/09/2026

Have your say: Support the Rail Trail in Central Goldfields! 🚶‍♀️
Central Goldfields Shire Council has released its Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy 2026–2030, and community feedback is open until 5:00 pm, Friday 18 September 2026.
The next four years are critical as the Castlemaine Maryborough Rail Trail (CMRT) moves from pre-construction to securing funding and starting construction. We need Council’s strategy to reflect that this project is mature, delivery-ready, and a regional priority!
How to have your say:
1. Complete the quick survey online: engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/walkcycle
Or
2. email your feedback to [email protected] with the subject line: Feedback, CGSC Walking and Cycling draft strategy
Key points to mention in your feedback:
Make CMRT a "High Priority" – it’s a major project ready to attract external State and Federal investment.Focus on delivery, not feasibility – pre-construction is nearly complete, and it’s time to prepare for construction.
Highlight tourism & local business benefits for towns like Maryborough and Carisbrook.
Formally recognise CMRT Inc. as an active community partner.
Every voice counts—let’s show Council the strong community backing behind the trail! 🙌

We're inviting community feedback on our Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy 2026–2030. The updated Strategy sets out a clearer, more connected and financially sustainable approach to improving walking and cycling across the Shire – including Maryborough, Bealiba,

30/08/2026

Coming soon to Central Victoria: The Great Vic Bike Ride. Hope to see you there!

The Great Vic returns to the Great Ocean Road in a new era of cycling adventure.

26/08/2026

Something to consider when designing rail trails! Are major floods occurring more frequently?

23/06/2026

See you in central Victoria later this year!

23rd Nov – 27th Nov 2026

17/06/2026

Vale Bob Forde. CMRT is saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a foundation member of the group, and will be sadly missed. Condolences to his family.

11/06/2026

1st prize: James Harrison
2nd prize: Pauline Moody
3rd prize: Lyn Mitchell
CMRT thanks all of our supporters who’ve helped with this fundraising event

11/06/2026

Raffle Winners Announced!!
1st prize: James Harrison
2nd prize: Pauline Moody
3rd prize: Lyn Mitchell
Thanks to all our supporters from us at CMRT

10/06/2026

The Big Day has almost arrived- raffle drawn tomorrow at Maryborough railway station,11am! Results to be announced on instagram, facebook and website.

09/06/2026

The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here! The CMRT RAFFLE is to be drawn this Thursday morning, 11/6/26, at 11am. Be there to see it at Maryborough railway station or wait for the results on Facebook, Instagram or our website. Good luck to all 100 ticket holders!!

18/05/2026

It's National Volunteer Week! A big shout out to our volunteer supporters. We could always do with a few more, though, as we approach the end of our Pre Construction Phase.
Want to join our growing band of enthusiasts? Simply click on https://cmrailtrail.civicrm.org/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=2 to join and register as a volunteer.