wodonga PATHWAYS Connecting you to health and activity

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1 wodonga PATHWAYS Connecting you to health and activity

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3 CONTENTS SAFETY TIPS 7 BIKE HIRE 8 GATEWAY ISLAND/BELVOIR PARK 10 TRAIN STATION LINK/HOUSE CREEK 12 LOGIC LOOP/WEST WODONGA 14 BIRALLEE PARK 16 FELLTIMBER 18 YARRALUMLA/CASTLE CREEK 20 BONEGILLA LINK/RAIL TRAIL LINK 22 BARANDUDA LINK 24 WHITEBOX CONNECTION 26 3

4 ON-ROAD Some paths are on road and represented by a dotted line WhiteBox link Logic loop Bonegilla link OTHER INFORMATION Benches Play equipment Toilets Information centre 4

5 PATHS Gateway Island/Belvoir Park 9.1km House Creek 4.8km West Wodonga 10.2km Birallee Park 2.5km Felltimber 10.9km Yarralumla/Castle Creek 8.9km Rail Trail link 10.6km Baranduda link 9.5km Train Station link 1.2km 5

6 INTRODUCTION TO WODONGA PATHWAYS Whether taking a leisurely stroll, going for a jog, getting on your bike, taking the children for a walk or going for a power walk, Wodonga s pathways offer something for everyone. They are an important part of the community, taking workers to work, shoppers to shops and children to school. They enhance peoples quality of life. They can improve health, conserve resources, provide close-tohome recreation, as well as giving us an environmentally-friendly transport option. This guide will give you information on how to access more than 80kms of bike/walking pathways in and around Wodonga. Bicycles are available for hire from the Wodonga Visitor Information Centre. 6

7 SAFETY TIPS Make sure you take water to drink - particularly in hot weather. Don t wait until you are thirsty - make sure you drink plenty of water/liquid. Wear sunscreen and a hat. Make sure you understand the route you will take - how long and how difficult it is. Walk or ride within your limits. If you intend going on a long ride/walk, take identification, money and your mobile phone in case of an emergency. If you come across an area of the pathway that you consider dangerous or in need of repair, please contact Wodonga Council on (02) Cyclists should remain aware of swooping birds during the spring months (September, October and November) especially magpies and plovers. If you cannot avoid the area, be sure to wear a helmet, and dismount and walk through the affected area to ensure your safety. You can report a swooping bird by contacting the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) on SHARED PATHWAYS Beware of unleashed dogs. Bike riders and skaters should give way to pedestrians. Make sure you ride at a speed at which you can stop easily. If you stop, move off the pathway; this will let others safely pass you. RIDERS By law, you are required to wear a helmet. Make sure you wear comfortable clothes. Pedalling in high gear for long periods can affect your knee joints. If you are riding at night, your bike must have a front white light, a rear red light that can be seen 200 metres away, and a rear red reflector. If you are riding on road, use the bike lanes where possible. Use hand signals when turning. Obey all road rules. Ride one metre out from the kerb or parked cars. 7

8 BIKE HIRE Bike hire is available from Wodonga Visitor Information Centre in Hovell St, Wodonga. They have adult bikes available on a daily basis, bikes can be hired for a full day for $35, half day for $25 and $15 for two hours hire. All bikes come with approved safety helmets, bike chains and bicycle tool kits. For more details, phone or tourism@wodonga.vic.gov.au 8 Wodonga Visitor Information Centre Open seven days, 9am to 5pm (including public holidays except Christmas Day) 69 to 73 Hovell St, Wodonga

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10 10 GATEWAY ISLAND/BELVOIR PARK The Gateway Island and Belvoir Park circuit offers a picturesque, relaxing and enjoyable experience, allowing you to meander along the banks of the Murray River. You can stop to watch the amazing bird life, visit Gateway Village s art galleries, eatery, or relax beside Belvoir Park s wetland, dog park or playground. 9.1km Terrain Off-road Connecting pathways Rail Trail link House Creek link Train Station link

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12 TRAIN STATION LINK The Train Station link allows direct access to Wodonga s CBD from the train station. It runs parallel to the Hume Fwy, through farm land to the Gateway Island/Belvoir Park circuit. 3.2km Terrain Off-road Connecting pathways Gateway Island/Belvoir Park House Creek HOUSE CREEK The House Creek pathway is a special feature of the Wodonga network. You can easily access the CBD along Elgin Blvd or at anytime you can divert your journey to other parts of the city including Willow Park and Belvoir Park with easy access to the West Wodonga, Felltimber and Yarralumla circuits. 4.8km Terrain Off-road Connecting pathways West Wodonga Yarralumla/Castle Creek Felltimber Gateway Island 12

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14 LOGIC LOOP The Logic loop provides on road riding along McKoy St and Sheathers Rd out to the Murray Valley Hwy overpass at Logic. This loop suits group riding. 12km (one way) Terrain On road Connecting pathways West Wodonga WEST WODONGA This entire circuit is a solid 10km ride on a combination of on and off-road surfaces, or you can choose to take a leisurely walk. It provides access to the La Trobe University and Wodonga TAFE precinct, as well as adjoining a wetland alongside Moorefield Park Drive and the Wodonga Golf Course and Club House on Parkers Rd. 10.2km Terrain On and off-road Connecting pathways House Creek Birallee Park Felltimber Yaralumla/Castle Creek 14

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16 BIRALLEE PARK The Birallee Park pathway provides the opportunity to connect from both the Felltimber and West Wodonga route through to a variety of Wodonga facilities such as the Wodonga Sports and Leisure Centre, Birallee shopping centre and Wodonga BMX track. This link takes users through off-road reserves and park areas, and is suitable for all ages. 2.5km Terrain On and off-road Connecting pathways Felltimber West Wodonga 16

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18 FELLTIMBER The Felltimber loop is adjacent to one of Wodonga s major thoroughfares in Felltimber Creek Rd. Users can access challenging walking trails including McFarlanes Hill and Federation Hill, and also link to the House Creek, Yarralumla, West Wodonga and Birallee Park pathways. 10.9km Terrain On and off-road (some inclines in trail) Connecting pathways House Creek Yarralumla/Castle Creek West Wodonga Birallee Park 18

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20 20 YARRALUMLA/CASTLE CREEK This pathway links with Willow Park, giving access to the skate bowl, playground, wetlands and House Creek. It is ideal for an exercise regime with 7.5km of off-road paths of varying grades, and also links to the House Creek, Felltimber and West Wodonga circuits. 8.9km Terrain On and off-road Connecting pathways House Creek Felltimber West Wodonga

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22 BONEGILLA LINK The Bonegilla link spurs off the Rail Trail link and continues on the Murray Valley Hwy out to Bonegilla. The link runs through Killara to the scenic picnic area on the banks river. 13.8km (one way) Terrain On and off-road Connecting pathways Rail Trail link RAIL TRAIL LINK The Murray Valley Hwy takes you to the nearby defence facilities, the Bonegilla link and the High Country Rail Trail, which provides a natural environment to Lake Hume and beyond. The route is a combination of on and off-road paths along Thomas Mitchell Drive to the Murray Valley Hwy, where the trail becomes all off-road. 10.6km Terrain On and off-road Connecting pathways Killara link Baranduda link Gateway Island/Belvoir Park 22

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24 BARANDUDA LINK The Baranduda link connects from the Rail Trail link at the Kiewa Valley Hwy. This pathway provides riders with direct access from Wodonga to Baranduda. This route is a combination of on and off-road paths and provides access to the schools located in Baranduda, the community centre, shopping complex and recreation reserve including the skate park. 13.6km Terrain On and off-road Connecting pathways Rail Trail link 24

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26 WHITE BOX CONNECTION This pathway connects east and west links along Pearce St and Victoria Cross Pde. It passes White Box Rise Estate, shopping complex, WAVES and Southern Rise Education Centre. At the east end of Victoria Cross Pde is Wodonga Homemakers Centre. The White Box Connection links to four bike paths, as well as Beechworth Rd, Huon Creek Rd, Chapple St, Bandiana Link Rd and the Murray Valley Hwy. 4.1km Terrain On road Connecting pathways Rail Trail Felltimber Yarralumla House Creek 26

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28 104 Hovell St, Wodonga, Victoria 3690 PO Box 923, Wodonga, Victoria 3689 Phone: (02) Fax: (02) wodonga.vic.gov.au 28