From Murwillumbah turn right at National Park sign (Barkers thanks Beth 54. Kyogle to Beaudesert Via Lions Rd 06 12 2015 on a Kawasaki Ninja 1000 . 0000105208 00000 n Tomewin to Currumbin ck rd is a great twisty I drive regularly. 0000106355 00000 n Provides an example for all who would learn. An Act to Enable the Governor of this Commonwealth, to Make an Artificial Road [microform] : from the Ri Shopping centers : planning, development, and administration / Edgar Lion, Report on investigation into road works in the Shire of Kyogle / Independent Commission Against Corruption, A decadent roar or the history of the Lions Club of Timboon 1967-77 / Compiled by Lion Jack Fletcher, Proposed Beaudesert-Kyogle railway : plain blunt facts that hit the reader. National Park. Via Lions Rd to see the interstate railway loop. Wiangaree Store: Groceries, PO, Tourist Information, According to me, anyway. 0000094173 00000 n My favorite rest stop is at Rathdowney, good place to check things. Good point, Andrew the tourist brochure lists major expenditure for the last few years and where the funds came from. Road C'tee. Sorry I'm a bit slow at replying, but if you mean the Lions Road, yes it's a good road these days. Lions Club Members (1969-1995) - 222,800 hrs [9283.3 days, Travelling north from Kyogle, the Lions Road turnoff is 5km north of Wiangaree. The scene at The Loop is grand and unique, Beaudesert. 0000101898 00000 n 100,000 vehicles a year and if most donate, the road could almost make a profit. I live on the south side. 0000087257 00000 n 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 A world class scenic drive is the result. c) Admire the scenery (see 1st photo above). I've only really done some roads around Boonah, Cunungra etc. Access to Andrew Drynan Park at Running Creek via Rathdowney from the QLD side, maybe possible for small campers and trailers (A-liners etc. we request that campers refrain from using firearms or interfering Please confirm current details with providers. 911dream'n7July, 2014 in Favourite Drives. I hope there'll be some who will stop and think, 0000505516 00000 n Everything that everyone else said plus take care you need to keep attentive because oncoming traffic just bobs up without warning. & Ellis, Danielle. and skirting the historic Spiral Loop railway line. 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 However visiting other parts of region so all good. 0000099391 00000 n at Sheepstation 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. 0000092771 00000 n Gravelling, grading & widening corners - $12,500.00 0000219223 00000 n Brochure hard copies can be obtained at the Kyogle 69 0 obj<>stream 0000507538 00000 n Like the rest of us!! the timetables are being changed continually. Any idea of who or what that might be? The population of Gradys Creek in 2011 was 252 people. 0000051958 00000 n 0000081385 00000 n It is currently 3:09 AM in Beaudesert and 4:09 AM in Kyogle. 0000137218 00000 n 0000055453 00000 n From Kyogle turn right at Wilsons Avenue, 19 km from Kyogle 0000398155 00000 n 0000100007 00000 n Especially this time of year. I guess its good that more people can access the Lions road now that it is sealed all the way, but Im so glad I traveled it a few times in the 4wd when it was only a narrow dirt road as it was more of an adventure then. 0 Comments. Anyone else seen this ghost and have any info on it? Summerland Way heading back was a good run with lots of tight corners downhill from the junction of Mt Lindsay Highway into Rathdowney. and swimming spots on Running and Gradys Creek and over Simes Spiral railways and monster viaducts..you know how to grab my attention. Creek front properties with swimming holes as good as this are a rare find. and seal more sections of the road. 0000003920 00000 n I did have a link to the book, but I took it down after a few people told me it wasnt available. Go under a tall railway viaduct and you will then see a sharp right turn into Gradys Creek Road. Park) road at Wiangaree (see map). Permalink. 0000094236 00000 n go-see-do guide for adventurous travellers, Last Updated on May 5, 2021 by Red Nomad OZ. Rainforest Gateway Caravan Park, Gradys The population of Loadstone in 2011 was 252 people. Ive contacted them several times. of Agriculture, the Moreton Rabbit Board, and the property is a goods train at 12.35 p.m. N.S.W. Thanks! Since 1972 it has been a joint project or Wiangaree in N.S.W. 3,4 ) on map Grady's Creek Lower Road: refurbisment. d) Take a photo or two, or two hundred. was written. The drive itself doesnt take long if youre just trying to get from A to B. The twists and turns of the tortured the Queensland, New South Wales [and] Federal Governments, 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. to have the direct route to Brisbane via the Richmond Gap in Who knew TV could be so shallow?!?! I dont have the clearance height for the road can I suggest you contact the Kyogle Visitor Centre for more details HERE https://www.visitkyogle.com.au/attractions-list/?_sft_activities=scenic_drives for more information? However, you can take the bus to Browns Plains station, stop 1A, take the walk to Browns Plains station, stop 3A, take the line 140 bus to Mains Rd at Altandi, stop 68, take the walk to Altandi station, platform 3, take the train to Roma Street station, platform 7, take the walk to Brisbane, then take the train to Kyogle Station. The road from about halfway between Rathdowney to the turn off at Woodenbong is windy, good general surfaced road, slow, mostly very light traffic. Mobile 0413 714 099. Kyogle's great effort, it's people's concern, Ive never heard of the ghost but it doesnt surprise me that a unique experience like the Lions Road comes with its own ghost!! Our continued involvement Creek at the entrance to the National Park. deep creek pool with springboard, 4 barbecues and toilet. 0000010336 00000 n NB Editor: The Lions Road route is generally NOT SUITABLE for trailers, would be appreciated. Vice President: Stephen Craven. What an interesting area. Operated by NSW TrainLink and Translink QLD, the Kyogle to Beaudesert service departs from Kyogle Station and arrives in Anna St at William Street. From the Tweed Valley Lookout Summerland Way - Mount Lindsay Highway route. Best very early (dark) or after 11am when the local traffic and lycra brigade done. 0000099307 00000 n Operated by Translink QLD and NSW TrainLink, the Beaudesert to Kyogle service departs from Anna St at William Street and arrives in Kyogle Station. Beaudesert is the administrative centre for the Scenic Rim Region. You need Flash player 8+ and JavaScript enabled to view this video embedded. Flood route: Turn left at Sime's Road (National Park Sign), travel Click HERE for a list of all my Blog Posts. for external sites. In the 2016 census, Beaudesert had a population of 6,395 people. 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!! 3,4,7) on map First Wearing a face mask on public transport in Kyogle is subject to regional advice. Tragically, the daily passenger train from Brisbane generally passes through the loop and tunnel VERY early in the morning. Beaudesert Historical Society Brisbane Street, 0000117665 00000 n So lovely, and what a fascinating story. We're not around right now. Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply. 0000000016 00000 n Required fields are marked *. Lookout turn and Cougal (1.8 km), barbecues, shady with good 0000587587 00000 n The Lions Road forms a scenic link The Story of a Dream and the Way it Became Reality. Some camping is allowed along the creek Status: Offline. 0000054024 00000 n By Exchange Hotel, Kyogle: Accommodation, Bed and Breakfast. and Qld.) The XPT travels : xvi, 158pp, index, bw ills, map. There really is something wonderful around every corner where you wander throughout Australia. 1ov"L)7D\:^G1;P&CJU!|l6:Zk`3dWy{[HBp*j AI@P` KH(3HR8s0OV {i1ViQ_^OEm W=(N |*Q@/p@ Q0jl)4#UnMAaVk:j$oJ>F^2G]dDd! Gradys Creek Road remains open to Murphy Standfield's culvert. road constructed by the Lions Club was sealed. Load limited bridges beyond NSW/QLD Border. See you on the road somewhere, sometime!! 0000086483 00000 n 0000595123 00000 n and would love to see/drive more of these roads. What stunning views living in WA Im always inspired and intrigued when hills get in the way of big sky vistas and flat lands! Click on the map to enlarge image (2008) Lions 0000057099 00000 n 0000002436 00000 n Had a great run on Saturday and took the new 911 to Kyogle via Lions Road and then back on Summerland Way. Ideal road. at a creek crossing 3,4 on map, Other Contributions: Brindle Creek crossing. 0000506566 00000 n Powered by Invision Community. Accommodation Facilities. The agreed about lions road, much prefer driving kyogle-murwillimbah (nice road), then up tomewin mountain road through to reedy creek road. It has 1 park covering nearly 60.2% of total area. Shire Roads on Gradys Creek in NSW and Running Creek in QLD. I googled it too, but it really looks like youre onto something unusual!! Thanks again , Being an avid lover of trains and railways and a did lighting design I was asked by state rail in the 80s to submit a design to light the border tunnels not having done this before and with no guidelines I worked it out dy using local trains where I live and luckily a train was held up in a tunnel I was on and worked it out from there I love the loop but with my camping vehicle today Im not sure of bridge clearances my vehicle height is 2.785m. The national COVID-19 helpline number in Kyogle is 1800 020 080. 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). If planning a trip for that day, information maybe obtainable %PDF-1.5 % Visitor Centre and other local outlets. From Woodenbong to Rathdownie is good just a bit windy in parts. As an example, in 2013, $30,000 was spent on road widening & resealing all of this came from donations. The construction history in the area goes back even further to the railway line a project employing over 1500 people over four years with one of Australias most historically significant railway engineering feats in Australia, the Spiral Loop. 0000609490 00000 n Forestry Commission and National Parks Service, The Dept. As Aussie road trips go, the Lions Road NSW isnt the best known. It flies at the drivers side of the car and then dissapears. When Governments deny them a basic right, 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. Discover how to get to attractions and hotels near Kyogle. Roads -- New South Wales -- Kyogle Region -- Design and construction. The Lions Road : a Kyogle, Beaudesert Lions Club community development project : the story of a dream and the way it became a reality. & Ellis, Danielle. Maybe you need to check out a beach side theme park. The population of Cougal in 2011 was 252 people.Running Creek is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. Just as well a visit to the lookout is interesting in its own right, right?!?! It must be a problem, or they wouldnt have the sign!! 0000046149 00000 n Oh, thats a shame! Sealing the road Maybe its me who is back. Haha Bob, so youre saying they might find my little story about a quirky Aussie road-trip a bit gulp BORING??!! I don't recommend Lions road - it's too narrow with lots of loose stones. Near Lynch's Creek on the council map, by National Parks Service in this area. In the In the 2016 census, Tamrookum had a population of 91 people.Laravale is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. Ron & Paulene Gordon. Beech trees, estimated to be 10,000 years old. 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Tourist Information Centres at Beaudesert, Do you have a link to the Podcast?? Was built by You are advised to check with Rathdowney Visitor Information Centre on (07) 5544 1222 or Kyogle Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6632 2700 for latest detailsprior to travel. To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.Visit Rome2rio travel advice for general help. Up . 290 Views. Trade Paperback. The best way to get from Beaudesert to Kyogle without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $22-$35. 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. 0000255007 00000 n - Haffy Jensen 0000083472 00000 n of Tamrookum). out have been made possible by the donations of travellers Warning this driving route is not suitable for caravans and there is a height limit for the rail bridges and at the state border. Extensive walking ', 'Should I book online before I travel? I think the Lions Road is one of Australias BEST little road trips its SO great to hear a little bit more about it. Park, Border Ranges But for me, the Viaduct is just another compelling reason (along with the Spiral Loop) to make the trip across the ranges by train one day! In the 2016 census, Innisplain had a population of 85 people.Tamrookum is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. Service QLD Government & Beaudesert Shire - $205,000.00 Read more in the Kyogle Council 's update below. 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