The transformation of the former railway line from Tweed Shire through to Casino, when finished, will create 132km of bike and walking track through some of the most scenic areas of the Northern Rivers. The Lismore to Bentley section is due to open at Lismore Railway station on December 14 at 10am.
‘Over the past month, construction crews have worked hard to put the final touches on the trail between Lismore and Bentley. Works are being completed at Bungabee car park, South Lismore car park (at the Lismore Railway Station) and the shared path connection to Nesbitt Park,’ a spokesperson for the Northern Rivers Rail Trail (NRRT) told The Echo.
‘A local South Lismore supplier has repurposed existing railway steel into various artifacts. First is a commanding Lismore sign at the Lismore Railway Station which features railway steel from sections of the original line. Seats at the trailhead have been constructed from historic bridge timbers with brackets made from repurposed railway steel, as have horse-hitching rails. Finally, a four-metre-long bike rack made from railway steel will be installed for launch.’
This section of the NRRT will feature five rest areas that are now built and provide a shelter, picnic tables, bike racks, and a hitching rail and water trough for horses. The timber finishes at the crossings are being finalised in the coming weeks before the official launch.
External upgrades to the iconic heritage-listed Lismore Railway Station precinct, including new turf and pressure cleaning existing surfaces, will be completed creating a charming trailhead.
Everyone is encouraged to come and celebrate the opening and enjoy accessing this beautiful section of the NRRT.
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