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15 July, 2025

Sun’s out for rail trail

THE Brisbane Valley Rail Trail came alive on Sunday, July 13, as near-perfect winter conditions and a record-breaking crowd marked the 22nd annual Somerset Rail Trail Classic.


Sun’s out for rail trail - feature photo

Somerset Regional Council reported 978 registrations across the event’s four categories — the 3km and 8km walk or run, and the 20km and 44km bike rides — eclipsing the previous record set in 2021.

Somerset Councillor Brett Freese praised all those who took part. “It’s a huge achievement to complete any of these challenges and every single participant should be proud of themselves,” Cr Freese said.

“For every registration, Council is donating $2 to be split between the Lowood Stags Junior Rugby League Club and the Brisbane Valley Soccer Club.

“That’s nearly $2,000 which is going right back into the community, supporting active and healthy lifestyles in young families and our aspiring athletes.”

In the open 8km run, Samuel Fothergill (27:11), Daniel Brown (29:44), and Joshua Lehmann (30:29) claimed top honours in the male category, while Brielle Erbacher (28:19), Tamara Carvolth (28:40), and Lauren Brown (33:57) led the female division.

All courses concluded at Fernvale Sports Park, where crowds enjoyed live entertainment, market stalls, a rock climbing wall, and local food vendors.

Cr Freese acknowledged A&M Civil Contracting for their continued support.

“Their ongoing support for the Somerset Rail Trail Classic has allowed us to deliver a bigger and better event every year,” he said.

Council also extended thanks to its Gold and Silver Sponsors for helping bring the event to life.

For more results, visit somersetrailtrailclassic.com.au

Photos: Somerset Council.

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