Funding pedalled out to restore Rail Trails
Published on 09 September 2026
Gympie Regional Council is partnering with the Queensland Government to enhance recreation opportunities across the region, with funding secured to restore key sections of the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Trail and extend the Mary Valley Trail into Imbil.
The Queensland Government has committed funding to repair and improve the nine-kilometre section of the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail. The project will restore important linkages along the trail to improve safety, accessibility and the overall visitor experience.
Works will include the installation of new culverts, construction of concrete riverbed crossings, erosion repairs, and the replacement of 10 pedestrian gates with cattle grids to improve access along the trail.
Imbil residents, businesses and visitors to the region are also set to benefit when Council starts work this financial year on an extension to the Mary Valley Rail Trail.
The project will extend the existing Imbil to Brooloo section of the trail by approximately 500m to provide an important link into the Imbil town centre, its businesses, community facilities and attractions.
Gympie Regional Council Mayor Glen Hartwig said the funding for both projects reflected Council’s ongoing commitment to protecting and growing the region’s rail trail network as a major tourism and recreational asset.
“The Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail draws visitors from across Queensland and supporting local businesses along the way,” Mayor Hartwig said.
‘This investment will restore sections of the trail that have deteriorated over time, making it safer, more accessible and more enjoyable for everyone who uses it.
“The Mary Valley Rail Trail has also become one of our region’s greatest tourism assets, extending the trail into Imbil township will make it easier for visitors to access the local shops, hospitality outlets and accommodation.
"The rail trails are great assets for our region, providing valuable recreational and open spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.
“We appreciate the Queensland Government’s continued investment in or region and the infrastructure that encourages our community to enjoy the beautiful place in which we live while also helping to grow our tourism industry- an important pillar for economic growth.”