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David our tour leader and Peter our tour driver are excellent. We really appreciated their local knowledge and sense of humour. The bike trails, wine tastings and food stops are all well thought out. We visited some unique quirky locations that only locals would know about.

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This trip was wonderful in every way. The organisation of it was perfect as was the cycling, accommodation, food and wine. The guide Peter was also outstanding, providing local knowledge and always conscious of the group safety.

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Tasmania Wild West Coast

The West Coast is very scenic, hilly, sparsely populated and has wonderfully quiet roads. From Launceston we head inland to Cradle Mountain where we overnight at a wilderness lodge.

Tasmania East Coast Explorer

Tasmania is the smallest and only island state in Australia. It is wonderful biking country with fabulous beaches and magnificent mountains. Our 8 day tour takes

Tasmania: The Island State

Freycinet National Park, Launceston and Strahan on the West Coast. We closely follow the east coast until close to Launceston and then turn inland to

Victoria: Highlands to the Sea

Victoria (pop 5.6 million), Australia’s smallest mainland state, has a wonderfully diverse range of natural attractions in its relatively small size. It has an amazing

Victorian Alps

Melbourne dates from 1835 and was built on the wealth of the gold rush; it is a very cycle friendly city with an excellent network

Victorian Goldfields

Our tour starts in Bendigo, once one of Austria’s richest goldmining towns. It still retains much extravagant Victorian architecture. We head west on a network

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These highlights are many and varied, ranging from friendly, experienced guides to overnight stays at comfortable and luxurious accommodations. Our Australia cycling tours are also impressive in their itineraries, which take in such exciting attractions as:

• Cradle Mountain: This is one of Tasmania’s highest mountains, and presents a challenging but rewarding climb for walkers. The site is also near Australia’s deepest lake, Lake St Clair. 
• Hobart: Today, Hobart is Tasmania’s capital, but also has a fascinating history. The city was founded by the British as a penal colony in 1804 and still has convict-era architecture. Meanwhile, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) occupies a winery in the city’s Berriedale suburb.
• Freycinet National Park: Taking up much of the Freycinet Peninsula, this haven of natural beauty is known for visually distinctive features — including granite formations and peaks. 
• Mount Buffalo: If you are looking for dramatic scenery, you could struggle to find anything in Australia that beats Mount Buffalo — a part of the southeastern state of Victoria — on this score. 
• Grampians National Park: Fancy checking out some rock art left by Australian Aborigines? The Grampians, as this Victoria National Park is often dubbed, would certainly warrant your attention. 
• Melbourne: This cosmopolitan hub proudly takes its place among Australia’s most populous cities, and is home to many nationally renowned landmarks — including the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), the Royal Exhibition Building and the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV).

We have prepared informative answers to FAQs about our Australia cycling tours — and, on any of these trips you do book, your guide will be happy to answer questions about Aussie landmarks you see along the route.

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Australia’s top 50 bike riding experiences

From the tropical beaches of far north Queensland to the arid Nullarbor Plain, we searched the nation to discover the best bike experiences Australia has to offer.

Australia is a vast and diverse nation offering myriad opportunities for riders of all disciplines and abilities, and we have endeavoured to include something in our list for everyone: challenging alpine road rides, laid-back beachside trundles, epic multi-day tours, seriously muddy mountain bike adventures and everything in between.

From a long list of hundreds, we narrowed the field to arrive at a varied mix of riding experiences in each state and territory. They are numbered so as to be identifiable on the maps, but they are not ranked.

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Australian Capital Territory

1. A Dawn Chorus

The birdlife in Canberra and its surrounds is richer than that found in any other Australian capital city. This 22km route passes through the city’s hotspots for birdlife. It begins on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin at Black Mountain Peninsula, rides past the zoo, through Aranda bushland and Bruce Ridge Reserve and back to the lake via Black Mountain. It is best ridden at dawn to the accompaniment of an avian choir.

More info:   www.bike-it.com.au

2. Canberra art and architecture by bike

A specific route was published in Bruce Ashley’s book Cycling Around Canberra – and is an ideal way for families and visitors to get a taste of Canberra’s culture, taking in some of the city’s key architectural features, galleries and museums. Although less than 23km in length, the route’s wealth of landmarks offers days of exploration.

See a version of the ride here:   www.boy-on-a-bike.com

3. Stromlo Forest Park

Host of the 2009 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships, and showcasing a world-class downhill track and double black diamond runs as well as a multitude of easier tracks, Stromlo Forest Park is the place for mountain biking in the nation’s capital.

More info:   www.stromloforestpark.com.au/mtb

New South Wales

4. byron bay and hinterland.

There’s great riding to be had where one of Australia’s most famous stretches of coast meets the mountains. Wait for low tide and ride along the beach from Broken Head to Cape Byron, the most easterly point of the Australian mainland, tour the off-road bike paths in Byron Bay, or, if you’re keen for a challenge, discover secluded rainforest mountain passes.

More info:   www.byron-bay.com

5. Narrow Neck and Hanging Rock (Blackheath), Blue Mountains

The Blue Mountains offers spectacular fire trails, such as those at Narrow Neck and Hanging Rock, Blackheath. Aside from a few steep climbs and water bars, they are not technically difficult and the views off the plateau are truly spectacular.

More info:   bit.ly/W9VHxC

6. Sydney Harbour Bridge

What could be a more quintessential Aussie bike experience than riding over the Sydney Harbour Bridge? The iconic landmark has a dedicated bike path which is used by more than 1,600 commuters on weekdays, making it the busiest link in the Metro Sydney Bike Network. It also offers spectacular harbour views and is a must-do experience for visitors to the city.

More info:   www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

7. Sydney to Wollongong (The MS Gong Ride)

A scenic 90km ride from Sydney to Wollongong via the Royal National Park and the breathtaking Sea Cliff Bridge, The MS Gong ride is one of Australia’s most celebrated mass participation bike events. The event attracts around 10,000 riders each year and raises money for MS Australia.

More info:   www.msgongride.org.au

While traditionally known for its ski runs, from November to May Thredbo is also home to some of Australia’s best mountain biking. There are easy and intermediate trails close to the village, while thrill seekers can take the Kosciuszko Express chairlift to the top of the mountain and experience the Kosciuszko Flow Track and the legendary Thredbo Downhill Trail.

More info:   www.thredbo.com.au/activities/biking

Northern Territory

9. simpson’s gap bicycle path.

Discover central Australia by bike on this 17km off-road path that travels from Flynn’s Grave, 7km out of Alice Springs, to Simpson’s Gap – a spectacular waterhole on the edge of the MacDonnell Ranges. The path winds through a wild landscape of river red gum woodlands, mulga and witchetty bush groves and past exposed rocky hillsides. The trailhead is also located near the Alice Springs Desert Park, and both are accessible via an off-road bike path from Alice Springs.

More info:   www.australias.guide

10. The Great Outback Escape

The pilgrimage to Uluru and Kata Tjuta is a unique and special journey that is up there on a lot of Australian’s bucket lists… and best done by bike.

In 2019 the Great Outback Escape took 125 people to central Australia for a life changing experience. Over eight incredible days, riders experienced the desert wind, the changing colours of sacred landscapes and the red dirt under their tyres. 

More info:   www.bicyclenetwork.com.au/great-outback-escape

11. Border Ranges ramble

Roadies up for a challenging ride through mountainous rainforest will enjoy this hilly 120km loop beginning in the small town of Rathdowney, 95km south of Brisbane. The route explores the Border Ranges, following Lions Road into New South Wales and continuing down to Grady’s Creek. It then heads north-west past Grevillia and Dairy Flat to travel through the Unumgar, Donaldson and Mount Lindesay State Forests before climbing past Mount Lindesay and descending back to Rathdowney via the Mount Lindesay Highway.

More info:   www.ridewithgps.com

12. Brisbane to the Gold Coast Cycle Challenge

An iconic on-road adventure, the Brisbane to the Gold Coast Cycle Challenge is Queensland’s largest mass participation event. Riders can choose either 100km or 60km ride options. The full 100km route leaves from Brisbane’s South Bank and rolls along the Pacific Motorway to Broadwater Parklands in Southport. The ride also has exclusive use of the South East Busway, and riders can celebrate their achievement at a special post-ride festival featuring live music and entertainment.

More info:   b2gc.bq.org.au

One of Australia’s most sought-after holiday locations, Cairns offers something for riders of all disciplines and abilities. Families and leisurely holiday makers can explore a scenic network of off-road paths taking in the Esplanade lagoon, the Cairns Botanic Garden, Cairns Central Swamp and other scenic waterways, while keen roadies can head out to the rainforest or take part in the region’s many road events. Cairns is also home to the Smithfield Mountain Bike Park which features cross country, downhill and mountain X trails for riders of all abilities.

More info:   www.cairnsattractions.com.au/explore

14. The Big Beach Ride

Queensland’s newest bike ride is a massive celebration of riding with a number of different distances to enjoy the magical scenery the Sunshine Coast. Starting near Noosa Heads and travelling along the coast, around Maroochydore and finishig in Caloundra, where everyone gathers to celebrate.

More info:   www.tbbr.com.au

15. Daintree and Cape York

Discover a tropical paradise of white sandy beaches, majestic waterfalls and lush rainforests. Those who enjoy a long day in the saddle can use Port Douglas as a base and ride to Cairns, Cooktown and Cape Tribulation, or take an epic tour up to Cape York. There are several  tour companies operating in the region offering everything from fully supported rides to rough and muddy mountain bike adventures.

More info:   bit.ly/UyUDVx

16. Mt Coot-tha Forest

Located just 5km from Brisbane, Mt Coot-tha Forest, with its waterfalls, creeks and spectacular city vistas, caters to all types of riders with 31km of shared use paths and 12.1km of mountain bike trails winding through 1,600 hectares of eucalyptus forest. Keen roadies can attack the mountain by taking on Bicycle Queensland’s annual Coot-tha Challenge .

More info:  www.brisbane.qld.gov.au  

17. Mt Joyce Recreation Park

Located an hour south-west of Brisbane, Mt Joyce Recreation Park offers some 40km of multi-use trails for horses, bushwalkers and mountain bikers, including 25km of International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) standard singletrack. The trails cater for cross country, all mountain, downhill and four-cross riders of all levels of experience, with green right through to double black diamond runs, although this last is reserved for event use only. The park also features camping, picnic and watersports facilities, making it a perfect location for an active weekend getaway.

More info:   www.trailforks.com  

18. Robbie’s Gran Fondo

Aussie cycling legend Robbie McEwen brings an annual taste of the big European tours to Queensland, exploring the Gold Coast hinterland. The 102km loop leaves from Emerald Lakes at Carrara, and riders are joined by members of the Orica GreenEDGE pro cycling team as they take on epic climbs up Mt Tamborine and the back side of Beechmont to soak up the dazzling views at the top.

More info:   www.robbiesgranfondo.com

South Australia

19. Adelaide Hills region

From challenging world-class mountain biking to family-friendly cycle trails, travelling on two wheels is a great way to enjoy the varied landscapes of the Adelaide Hills.

For keen climbers, the Adelaide Hills offers challenging ascents, in particular the popular route from the tollgate, past Eagle On the Hill, through Crafers to the Mount Lofty summit. From the tollgate, riders can travel on a separate paved veloway beside the South- Eastern Freeway, to the quiet Mount Barker Road with its breathtaking vistas stretching to the coast. There’s also the renowned Eagle Mountain Bike Park and the Amy Gillett Bikeway, formerly the Adelaide Hills Rail Trail, to explore.

More info:   www.adelaidehillsrailtrail.org.au

20. Encounter Bikeway

Located just over an hour’s drive from Adelaide, the adjoining coastal towns of Goolwa, Middleton, Port Elliot and Victor Harbor are favoured weekend getaways. The Encounter Bikeway is a mixed on-and-off-road route linking the towns. Winding through quiet back streets and along the stunning foreshore with views of the Bluff, Granite Island, Horseshoe Bay and the Lower Murray River, the 30km route makes for a relaxing, scenic ride suitable for the whole family.

More info:   encountervictorharbor.com.au

21. Kangaroo Island

Accessible by ferry from Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Kangaroo Island is a popular but relatively remote holiday hotspot. Its untouched bushland teems with native wildlife, while its coast is home to some of Australia’s most pristine beaches, making it an ideal destination for the keen and experienced tourer. The island boasts 509km of coastline and is 155km from the East Coast to the West Coast, perfect for exploring by bike.

More info:   tourkangarooisland.com.au

22. Outback Odyssey

Organised by Bicycle South Australia, this epic 900km adventure ride tackles the iconic Mawson Trail, which stretches from Adelaide to Blinman in the Flinders Ranges. Over fourteen days the ride passes through some of Australia’s most sublime and unique landscape, from the rolling vineyards of the Barossa to vast outback teeming with native flora and fauna.

More info:  www.bikesa.asn.au/outbackodyssey

24. Riesling Trail

One of South Australia’s first rail trails, the Riesling Trail follows the old Riverton to Spalding railway line between the historic towns of Auburn and Clare and explores the lush Clare Valley wine region, with cellar doors conveniently dotted along the trail. The total route extends 36km, with bikes available for hire in Clare.

More info:  http://www.southaustraliantrails.com/

25. Santos Tour Down Under

Adelaide’s Tour Down Under makes the list not as a single ride, but a must-do bike trip. TDU is the biggest professional cycling race in Australia and the opening event of the UCI WorldTour, and when it’s on, Adelaide is taken over by people on bikes. You can head out for daily rides and tackle some of the above routes, or visit stages of the race to see your favourite cyclists hit it out. You’ll be one of thousands of other riders doing the same. There are also official challenge and family rides that you can enter, but the pinnacle of the event is the pilgrimage to Willunga Hill. Ride out to Willunga, get a prime viewing spot and watch the peloton tackle the climb.

More info:  www.tourdownunder.com.au

26. Bay of Fires

Accessible via a partially sealed road from St Helens, the Bay of Fires is one of Australia’s hidden coastal gems. Fiery red lichen clings to the rocky shoreline and from a distance it appears the beach is literally ablaze, striking a sharp contrast to the turquoise waters more commonly associated with far-North Queensland. A day trip from St Helens is roughly 100km return.

More info:   www.parks.tas.gov.au

27. Devonport to Penguin

Split between off-road cycle ways and sleepy coastal roads, the route largely travels along the Bass Straight coastline past Mersey Bluff to the banks of the Don River through tea tree and wetlands before heading inland to climb through lush pastures and finally returning to the coast. The route from Devonport to Penguin is one of Tasmania’s most scenic rides and makes for a relaxing holiday trundle.

More info:   ridewithgps.com

28. Deloraine Great Gourmet Ride

An easy pedal through the lush valleys and farmlands west of Deloraine full of opportunities to stop and sample the local produce in one of Australia’s most hailed gourmet regions.

More info:   www.greatwesterntiers.net.au/cycling

29. Giro Tasmania

Compact and diverse, Tasmania is an ideal destination for bike tourists and boasts everything from dazzling coastline to rugged mountains, wild rivers, rain forests and historic villages. The Giro Tasmania explores the island’s highlights, takes approximately three weeks to ride and uses mostly sealed roads.

More info:   www.biketas.org.au

30. Hobart to MONA

Discover Tasmania’s artistic side by bike. Visitors to Hobart can borrow an ‘art bike’ from Arts Tasmania to explore the city or cruise the 12km scenic off-road path along the banks of the Derwent River to MONA, arguably the country’s most bizarre art gallery. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the gallery lawns and a refreshing ale from the neighbouring Moo Brew, or indulge your sweet tooth with a detour via the Cadbury factory on the return trip to Hobart.

31. Maria Island

Only accessible by boat or plane, Maria Island is a virtually untouched sanctuary for native plants and wildlife, with stunning beaches, weathered rocky outcrops, open grasslands and hilly peaks offering majestic sea views. Mountain bikes are available for hire, though accommodation and water supplies are limited and there is no electricity on the island. An ideal rustic retreat for tourers keen to get away from it all.

32. The Tasmanian Trail

The Tasmanian Trail is a 480km multi-use trail that offers a rugged, cultural and nature-based experience for keen bike riders. It often passes through or close to small towns, allowing travellers to visit local attractions while using as little or as much as they like and to take advantage of local accommodation, hospitality and specialist services. The official route runs north to south of the island, from Devonport to Dover, but you can jump on jump off as you please.

More info:  www.tasmaniantrail.com.au

33. Wellington Park

Located just out of Hobart, and home to the imposing Mount Wellington, Wellington Park offers challenging on and off-road adventures for roadies and mountain bikers. The former can take on the challenge of the mountain, while the latter have Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park, linked to popular picnic and meeting spot The Springs by the North-South Track, a 10.5km cross country track within the park.

More info:  www.wellingtonpark.org.au

*Yes, we know about the world-class and award-winning Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails that have popped up in Tassie’s north-east since this list was created back in 2013. Derby will be first on our list of updates! Let us know what else you think should make the new list.

34. United Energy Around the Bay

Australia’s largest one-day mass-participation ride has been running for over 25 years, raising money for the Smith Family and attracting riders from all over the country. The full 300km challenge route circles Melbourne’s Port Phillip Bay with its stunning coastal vistas and includes taking the Ferry between Queenscliff and Sorrento. Over the years the event has added a number of shorter routes that incorporate major landmarks like crossing the Westgate Bridge, ensuring that there’s an option for all ages and abilities, and a big party in Albert Park at the end.

More info:   www.aroundthebay.com.au

35. Bright alpine region

The rich and varied rides in and around the Bright alpine region make it one of Victoria’s most popular destinations for keen riders of all disciplines. For roadies it offers some of Australia’s most challenging climbs and alpine events, including Peaks Challenge Falls Creek and the Alpine Classic , while mountain bikers eagerly await the snow to clear to ride the thrill seeker’s trails at Falls Creek and Mt Beauty. Tourers more keen on taking in the region’s scenery and gourmet delights will enjoy the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail and Pedal to Produce ride.

More info:  www.ridehighcountry.com.au

36. Forrest MTB Trails

Some of Australia’s best mountain biking finds its home at Forrest, a small town in the spectacular Otway Ranges. There are currently fifteen trails open in the region, with bike hire available from the Forrest Corner Store. Those keen to explore beyond the trails can take a guided mountain bike tour.

More info:   www.rideforrest.com.au

37. Gippsland Region

Rich in rail trails and small historic townships, the lush farmlands of Gippsland in Victoria’s south-east make for idyllic touring country. Of particular note are the East Gippsland Rail Trail and the Great Southern Rail Trail, though there are also many shorter trails that make for good part-day side trips.

More info:   www.visitvictoria.com

38. The Great Victorian Rail Trail

Travelling 134km between Mansfield and Tallarook through north east Victoria, the Great Victorian Rail Trail is Australia’s longest continuous rail trail. It winds along the banks of the Goulburn River, through rich farmland and into the high country foothills, with many towns along the way where riders can rest and join or leave the trail.

More info:   www.greatvictorianrailtrail.com.au

39. The Great Ocean Road

A truly iconic ride, the 243km Great Ocean Road, which stretches between Torquay and Warrnambool, climbs through the Otway Ranges and descends to take in some of Australia’s most spectacular coastline. Several major bike events explore the road or you can freestyle it comfortably. In 2019, the Great Victorian Bike Ride incorporated the entire Great Ocean Road as part of an epic 10 day riding and camping adventure. 

40. The Great Victorian Bike Ride

Exploring a different, iconic region of Victoria (and neighbours) each year, the week-long fully supported Great Victorian Bike Ride is the state’s biggest and one of Australia’s favourite organised bike tours. In 2020 we’ll visit Australia’s greatest outdoor art gallery, the Art Silos, and the majestic Grampians. 

More info:   www.greatvic.com.au

41. The Goldfields Track

The Goldfields Track is a point-to-point 210km Track that takes mountain bikers and bushwalkers through some of central Victoria’s most historic towns and beautiful forests. It includes singletrack, quiet country lanes and forest fire trails. It’s most suitable for mountain bikes, though parts of it can be ridden on a gravel/CX bike. As well as the beautiful scenery, the trail is a history buff’s delight, passing many ruins, old gold diggings, and towns that were transformed by the world’s greatest gold rush.

More info:   www.goldfieldstrack.com.au

42. Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail

Travelling 39km through Yarra Valley vineyards, farmland and forest with mountains rising beyond, the ‘Warby’ trail has been described as “one of the great railway journeys of the world – minus the train” and is suitable for riders of all ages and abilities.

More info:   www.railtrails.org.au

43. Main Yarra Trail

A 33km shared use path from Melbourne’s outer-eastern suburbs to the CBD, the Main Yarra Trail is one of the city’s most popular walking and bike riding trails and makes for a great family adventure, winding through dense Eucalypts and past quiet billabongs on the banks of the Yarra River.

More info: www.visitmelbourne.com

44. Mt Buller MTB Park

Biking with altitude. Mt Buller was the first destination in Australia to receive huge honour of becoming an IMBA Ride Centre (bronze level). Its downhill trails are exhilarating thrill rides, while its cross country trails take in the breathtaking alpine scenery. Riders of all abilities are guaranteed to improve their skills while having a wild time on the mountain.

More info:  www.mtbuller.com.au

45. You Yangs

The You Yangs have over 50km of sustainable mountain bike trails divided into two separate areas. The Stockyards, ideal for experienced riders, boasts two downhill tracks, flowing single track and steep technical sections through rocky terrain, while the Kurrajong Plantation offers a more relaxed option for new riders, with 20km of looped tracks winding through established Eucalypt plantations. In recent years the Gravel Grit series has led adventurous riders on a popular off-road adventure around the region.

More info: www.parks.vic.gov.au

Western Australia

46. Dams Challenge

Western Australia’s most epic road event is a 205km loop with 2,600m of vertical climbing around Perth’s five metropolitan dams. Participants have a set amount of time to complete the fully-supported challenge. Riders can also chose the he 134km 3 Dams Challenge or the 54km 2 Dams Challenge. This popular event is a rite of passage for Western Australian riders and a bucket list item for many other riders around the country.

More info: westcycle.org.au

47. Railway Reserves Heritage Trail

The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail follows the route of the old Eastern Railway in a 41 kilometre loop. The popular trail passes through quaint hills communities including Darlington, Parkerville and Mundaring, and covers a wide range of terrains with amazing views and points of historic and natural significance. The trail spans from Bellevue to Wooroloo in the Perth Hills and can be joined at numerous points. Many of the reserves are now community parks providing picnic tables, toilets and other facilities. 

More info:   www.bwa.org.au/events/609

48. Kep Track

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This 75km trail connecting the hills outside of Perth to the Avon Valley follows a route used by Aboriginal groups, gold prospectors timber workers and farmers between watering holes, such as the Mundaring Weir, Chidlow Wells and the Avon River. The track is best explored at a slower pace, allowing time to soak up its rich history and take advantage of the many photo opportunities en route.

More info:  www.trailswa.com.au

49. Munda Biddi Trai

Stretching 1,000km between Mundaring (near Perth) and Manjimup, the Munda Biddi Trail truly is one of Australia’s most epic and diverse riding experiences. The trail is rich in Aboriginal history and offers a completely unique experience with each day’s riding, winding through towering Eucalypt forests, wide expanses of untouched bushland and rich wine country.

More info:  www.mundabiddi.org.au

50. Rottnest Island

Accessible by ferry, plane or boat, Rottnest Island is an A-class nature reserve famous for its unspoiled, sandy beaches and abundance of wild and marine life. With cars prohibited, bikes are the ideal vehicle for exploring the island and there are plenty available for hire.

More info:  www.rottnestisland.com

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10 of the best Cycling tours in Australia

09 October 2020

The humble bicycle meets rolling countryside… hop on for one of these luxury cycle tours through some of the finest scenery and fecund food baskets in all of Australia.

1. gourmet cycling for softies, victorian high country.

If you’re inspired by our experience, the aptly named ‘gourmet cycling for softies’ just might also appeal. This five-day fully guided tour through Victoria’s High Country will have you pedalling from Milawa to Myrtleford, indulging in fine produce along the way. $1950 per person, twin-share including breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

It’s all about the cycling (and the gourmet pit stops) – on the Murray to Milawa Rail Trail.

2. Discover Tasmania

From white sandy beaches to rugged mountains, Tasmania has the full package when it comes to natural wilderness. Check out Discover Tasmania to learn more about some of the epic tracks available, including Wild West MTB Tours, which see you crossing a very slim suspended bridge. Eek!

Wild West MTB Bike Trails, Tasmania

3. Be-spoke Hunter Valley

This two-day tour around NSW’s popular winemaking region will get you from vineyard to vineyard with relative ease. With a support vehicle for back-up, this is a great way to experience the Hunter while sampling some of its fine produce and wine. The Hunter Valley Cycling tour starts from $245 per person, twin-share, mid-week.

4. In your bike in Noosa & the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Bike On offers a range of tours around the Sunshine Coast for riders of all levels, from self-guided tours to more intense road-riding weekends. Start simple with a self-guided trip around Noosa from $35 per person or challenge yourself to the seven-night Noosa road-riding holiday from $1620 per person.

5. All trails lead to the Great Ocean Road

More commonly explored by four wheels, the spectacular scenic views of Victoria’s southern coastline could arguably be better savoured on two. Check out the Twelve (now eight) Apostles, Port Campbell and Lorne on the way down to Queenscliff on a three-day tour, before catching the ferry across to Sorrento to join in the annual Bupa Around The Bay In A Day cycling event. Full tour costs $1695 per person, twin-share and includes all meals and entry into the Bupa event. Visit All Trails for more info.

The Great Ocean Road, Victoria

6. Self ride around the NSW South Coast

Pedal with your family at your own pace on a self-guided ride along the NSW South Coast with Australian Cycling Holidays . Catering to all riding abilities, all you have to do is choose the destinations, like Jervis Bay, Shoalhaven and Kiama, and accommodation (budget or luxury). A three-day, Jervis Bay return tour starts from $665 per person.

7. Clare Valley Riesling Trail

Pedal and quaff your way around one of Australia’s best-known wine regions, enjoying the view of rolling vineyards, the signature grape variety riesling, and some mighty fine local produce too. And don’t worry about the wobbly ride home – if you have one too many wines, there’s a support vehicle on hand. Full-day tours start from $675 per person from Taste SA and include all meals and wine tasting.

The Clare Valley Riesling Trail, Taste SA

8. Mudgee’s Tour de Vine

Ride all the way to the cellar door visiting Mudgee’s top winemakers and breweries too. This one-day, self-guided tour by Tour de Vines is a great way to indulge in the region’s bounty of wine and produce. (If you need some more convincing, see p94). Prices start from $249 per person, twin-share, including bike hire, two nights’ accommodation and daily breakfast.

9. Bike Byron Bay

Cruise the coast or head for the hinterland around Byron Bay on your treadly, taking in beautiful scenery and stopping to enjoy organic produce at Harvest Café. The four-day coastal cycle rides from Ballina to Kingscliff; or take an extra day to explore the hills around Uki at the foot of Mt Warning. Five-night Cycling Tours coastal tour $1795, twin-share. Six-night hinterland village tour $1995, twin-share.

10. East Coast Tasmania

Make your way down the magnificent east coast of Tasmania from Launceston to Hobart on the five-day pure Tasmania experience, which includes a sunset ride to the Bay of Fires, the stunning Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay, Mt Wellington and the heritage-listed Port Arthur. Cycling Tours prices start from $2495 per person, twin-share.

Coastal grasses adorn the path that leads you to the remarkable shoreline of the Bay of Fires

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Queensland police investigating Coolum Beach stabbing

Two men were rushed to hospital after being found by pin a popular park with stab wounds/

Woman overdoses at 40th birthday party

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Cops declare emergency situation

Queensland police are investigating after two men were taken to hospital with stab wounds on Easter Saturday.

Emergency services were called to a popular park opposite the Coolum Beach Hotel in southern Noosa about 6pm, after people passing by encountered the injured men.

Both men were taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital, one in a “critical but stable” condition after suffering a chest wound, the other with non-life threatening injuries.

A Queensland Police spokeswoman on Sunday said three men were assisting police but no charges had yet been made.

“Police are appealing to any witnesses or anyone who may have captured footage to come forward,” she said.

The woman who found the men while walking along the footpath told the Sunshine Coast Daily by the time she’d come across the scene “it looked like a fight had already happened”.

“And then he was screaming and yelling and a group of young men, a big crowd, came from the right,” she told the local paper, describing finding the first man.

She said one of the men had gone into cardiac arrest in front of them while waiting for the ambulance.

Locals say there have been issues in the park for some time now, and tend to avoid it at night.

Danielle Whittaker had been celebrating her 40th birthday with friends at a hotel on the Gold Coast when she overdosed on drugs.

Police called to a disturbance at a home were forced to lock down parts of a suburb for more than 14 hours after a man allegedly threatened them.

An emergency situation has been declared in a major regional city, with members of the public urged to stay away from a police-marked exclusion zone

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Support for Labor drops in WA as Coalition gains ground among the young

Voters in Western Australia are shifting away from Labor towards the Coalition, as the opposition gains ground among young people.

A Newspoll published in the the Australian newspaper on Monday shows a rise in support for the Coalition in key areas but Labor still leading 52-48 on a two-party-preferred basis nationally.

This remains unchanged from the last quarter of 2023.

The Coalition increased its support by five points to a primary vote of 27% among young people in the voting group, aged between 18 to 34, as Labor fell five points to 33%.

According to the analysis, the Coalition’s primary vote is now higher than the Greens.

Young men are equally supportive of Labor and the Coalition, with a three-point swing on two-party-preferred terms against the government.

The parties are 50-50 split among the demographic, while there was a six point fall to 31% in Labor’s primary vote.

But for women, Labor was still ahead 53-47 on a two-party-preferred basis.

Among voters aged between 35 and 49 years of age, Labor has further cemented its position by pulling ahead, as the government has focused on cost of living relief and tax cuts for “middle Australia”.

The new analysis shows Labor trailing the Coalition on a two-party preferred basis in WA, while the parties were drawing with each other in NSW.

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Matt Thistlethwaite defends emergency deportation powers

Assistant minister Matt Thistlethwaite has claimed the government needs the emergency deportation powers it failed to ram through the Senate last week, because some visitors to Australia have been “milking the system”.

In a Sky News interview this morning, Thistlethwaite – the assistant minister for defence – alleged “this has been an issue for some time”.

“You’ve got people who come to Australia on visas and we’re not talking about refugees here, we’re talking about people who may come on a tourist visa or some other visa and then they overstay, and they breach their visa conditions. And under the former government, they were milking the system,” he claimed.

“They couldn’t be deported and they’d end up costing taxpayers millions of dollars each year. And this government has said, well, enough is enough. We’re going to fix that loophole in the system and make sure that the migration minister has the power and the discretion to force those people to comply with their visa conditions and leave the country.”

These were the “urgent” powers the government tried to rush through the parliament on the same day they were introduced. The Coalition initially supported the push but referred it off to a Senate committee after the government declined to detail exactly what the time sensitivity was for the unorthodox and rushed approach.

Liberal senator Hollie Hughes , appearing on the panel with Thistlethwaite, strongly criticised the government’s approach.

“Wow, having accountability, what a crazy concept. The Senate doing its job. What a crazy concept,” she said.

“This is how outrageous this government is, that they wanted to ram through these changes within 36 hours. Massive changes to our immigration laws within 36 hours. No one can really say what the urgency is. Clare O’Neil did let slip that perhaps it’s got something to do with an upcoming court case where, again, the government has failed in its own defence.

“But every piece of legislation, every piece of legislation goes to a Senate legislation committee, and you tried to circumvent that last week. Why?”

Matthews’ strong Flanders form bodes well for Olympics

An Olympic medal might be rich consolation for Michael Matthews missing out on a precious podium finish at the Tour of Flanders.

The Australian’s storming ride on Sunday night at De Ronde, one of road cycling’s five monuments, ended in devastation.

The Jayco AlUla star finished third – only the fifth time an Australian has featured among the top three at the storied race.

Matthews was subsequently relegated to 11th over infractions during his sprint to the finish. But his form over the past few weeks points to the 33-year-old being a serious contender in the 3 August Olympic road race.

The Olympic event will suit the “puncheurs” – riders who excel on rolling terrain – with Flanders cited as a similar course profile to that of Paris.

Matthews has never ridden at the Olympics and was gutted at missing out on the Tokyo team three years ago. He finished third at the 2022 world championships in Wollongon , but injury marred his season last year, with a stage win at the Giro d’Italia his one highlight.

In January, Cadel Evans pointed to Matthews and time trial star Grace Brown as the main Australian riders for the Olympic road events. The Tour de France winner told the Nine Network:

At this point, looking at the course I’d say Michael Matthews in the men’s, Grace Brown for the women’s in the road race would be the first picks we’d be looking to. But of course, them staying healthy, being in form, avoiding injuries and so on – there’s still a long way to go in that regard.

‘We’re sceptical’ on supermarket break-up push: Labor

Labor is “sceptical” about breaking up supermarket giants amid warnings proposed powers could push up food prices and harm job security for workers.

As households struggle to pay for groceries, Woolworths and Coles have been accused of price-gouging customers and stifling competitors while undermining suppliers.

The Albanese government has directed the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to review prices and competition in the sector.

It also appointed former Labor minister Craig Emerson to review the effectiveness of the grocery code of conduct, which governs how the supermarkets treat their suppliers.

The assistant competition minister, Andrew Leigh, said the government would wait for the ACCC to hand down its report but previous competition inquiries failed to recommend divestiture. He told ABC RN this morning:

The National Farmers’ Federation have argued against divestiture and the ACTU have made the point that it could potentially hurt workers, so we’re sceptical.

Leigh said the government would not make a decision until it had the ACCC’s report.

Queensland’s Ergon Energy Retail has become the second Australian energy company to wrongly receive money from the welfare payments of former customers, prompting fears the issue could be widespread.

( Last week , Guardian Australia revealed that $700,000 had been diverted via the government-run Centrepay debit system from the pockets of more than 500 welfare recipients to the energy giant AGL.)

Read the full story from Christopher Knaus and Lorena Allam here:

Hunt for alleged arsonists who targeted play centre three times

The hunt is on for a gang of alleged arsonists who repeatedly targeted a play centre in Melbourne’s west over the Easter break.

The first attempt happened at about 10pm on Good Friday when a man smashed a window at the Braybrook business, Victoria police said.

Four offenders then allegedly forced their way into the Ashley Street centre and lit a fire at about 2.30am on Saturday.

They took off in a car and were seen driving along on Ballarat Road.

The third alleged attack happened at 3am on Monday, when a group smashed a window and caused significant damage by setting fire to the kitchen.

Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial

Network Ten will ask the federal court to reopen its defence on Tuesday at an emergency hearing scheduled less than two days before the judgment in the Bruce Lehrmann defamation case is due to be handed down.

Justice Michael Lee was scheduled to deliver his judgment in the federal court in Sydney on Thursday 4 April in the defamation case Lehrmann brought against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson .

Now Lee will hear Ten’s argument for reopening its case in light of “fresh evidence”, according to the interlocutory application filed on Sunday afternoon.

Read Amanda Meade’s full story here:

More on the Australian UN observer hurt in blast on Israel and Lebanon border

A Defence spokesperson confirmed an Australian Defence Force member was wounded while deployed on Operation Paladin in Lebanon – “part of Australia’s contribution to the United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation”.

The member was undertaking a routine United Nations patrol to monitor activity near the Israeli-Lebanon border, accompanied by three United Nations military observers and an interpreter, the spokesperson said.

The blast injuries sustained were non-life threatening. They were transported to a health centre at a nearby military base for treatment and have now been released to recover.

Defence is taking the appropriate steps to ensure the safety and welfare of the member.

Labor touts EVs to households as charging sites rise

Fast-charging sites for electric vehicles have risen by about 100 this year, leading to a near doubling of the Australia-wide network since 2022.

According to Electric Vehicle Council data, some 900 fast-charging sites support about 2,100 fast and ultra-fast charging plugs.

Australia also has about 3,000 regular charging stations with 7,000 plugs and sockets.

Outer capital city suburbs are leading the charge on EV purchases, with Rouse Hill and Kellyville topping Sydney sales in 2023. The energy minister, Chris Bowen , said:

More and more families in the outer suburbs are now reaping the benefits of cheaper-to-run cars, taking pressure off the family budget by avoiding thousands of dollars in fuel bills.

The average family spends $5,000 a year on petrol and could save thousands of dollars because EVs are typically $2,000 a year cheaper to run, he added.

As well, EV tax discounts could save buyers up to $11,000 a year on a $50,000 purchase. When eligible, the discount can make base EV models such as the Tesla 3 cheaper to lease per month than petrol-run cars like the Mazda 3 Astina.

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An Australian was among three UN observers and one translator injured in an explosion near Lebanon’s border with Israel . UN interim force in Lebanon spokesperson Andrea Tenenti told AFP that two observers were from Australia and Chile, adding that all four wounded were in stable condition. Australia’s defence department said the Australian’s injuries were not life-threatening.

Queensland police are preparing a report for the coroner after two men died in Surfers Paradise last night. The men, aged in their 60s and 30s, drowned after jumping into a hotel pool to save a child, who was successfully pulled from the water, according to an ABC report . Emergency services were called to Orchid Avenue about 7pm. The men were declared dead at the scene. Both deaths are being treated as non-suspicious.

And in positive news, a pilot scheme to replace cardboard produce boxes with reusable plastic crates has been launched in Victoria , with the aim to cut “invisible” cardboard waste. The Victoria Unboxed project, led by food charity Sustain with Sustainable Victoria, has supplied 1,000 reusable plastic crates to transport produce from farms to venues, wholesalers and homes across Melbourne.

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