Finch Hatton MTB
Mackay Regional Council is building approximately 95 kilometres of single-direction mountain bike trails in the picturesque Pioneer Valley, Finch Hatton and Eungella.
Due to the scale of the network, the network is being built in stages.
Stage one is expected to be completed this year and includes a purpose-built trailhead site, pump track and 13.5 kilometres of airflow trails in Finch Hatton.
Stage two, will be an 82-kilometre network that spans from Eungella to Finch Hatton and takes in Australia's longest stretch of subtropical rainforest. Planning and investigation works are underway and will continue until 2025. Construction is forecast to commence in 2026.
The network will be built to international standards and capable of hosting world-class events.
Mayor Greg Williamson said this project will put the Mackay region on the leisure tourism map and attract visitors from every corner of the world.
“Imagine pedalling through amazing landscapes, exploring trails of varying degrees and finishing up in the townships of Finch Hatton and Eungella and enjoying a cold beverage. It’s the perfect backdrop for any mountain bike rider,” Cr Williamson said.
The townships of both Eungella and Finch Hatton will act as key service hubs for the trails and offer starting/finishing points and additional ancillary services, such as accommodation, food and eateries, shuttle services and supporting infrastructure.
When fully operational, our mountain bike trails network is estimated to generate:
- An additional 31,000 annual visitors, including 5,000 international riders
- An additional $18.1M in visitor spending
- More than 110 full-time equivalent jobs
- Improved awareness of Eungella and the Pioneer Valley as a tourism destination.
Download the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails investment prospectus
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Mackay Regional Council is building approximately 95 kilometres of single-direction mountain bike trails in the picturesque Pioneer Valley, Finch Hatton and Eungella.
Due to the scale of the network, the network is being built in stages.
Stage one is expected to be completed this year and includes a purpose-built trailhead site, pump track and 13.5 kilometres of airflow trails in Finch Hatton.
Stage two, will be an 82-kilometre network that spans from Eungella to Finch Hatton and takes in Australia's longest stretch of subtropical rainforest. Planning and investigation works are underway and will continue until 2025. Construction is forecast to commence in 2026.
The network will be built to international standards and capable of hosting world-class events.
Mayor Greg Williamson said this project will put the Mackay region on the leisure tourism map and attract visitors from every corner of the world.
“Imagine pedalling through amazing landscapes, exploring trails of varying degrees and finishing up in the townships of Finch Hatton and Eungella and enjoying a cold beverage. It’s the perfect backdrop for any mountain bike rider,” Cr Williamson said.
The townships of both Eungella and Finch Hatton will act as key service hubs for the trails and offer starting/finishing points and additional ancillary services, such as accommodation, food and eateries, shuttle services and supporting infrastructure.
When fully operational, our mountain bike trails network is estimated to generate:
- An additional 31,000 annual visitors, including 5,000 international riders
- An additional $18.1M in visitor spending
- More than 110 full-time equivalent jobs
- Improved awareness of Eungella and the Pioneer Valley as a tourism destination.
Download the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails investment prospectus
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Project Update #77 - December 1, 2023
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link2023 has been a wild ride!
Stage one (the 13.5 kilometres of airflow trails, pump track and trailhead site) is close to being completed.
Stay tuned for the opening date.
May your Christmas and New Year be as epic as our new Finch Hatton Mountain Bike Trails.
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Project update #76 - November 17, 2023
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkTips for making your business mountain bike friendly!
Council and award-winning destination marketing specialists, Destination Marketing Store and Swell Design, delivered two free bike ready business workshops this week.
The workshops covered:
- Key elements of the brand strategy.
- Creative elements and marketing plan.
- Practical examples of how to leverage the brand.
- Importance of collaboration and partnerships.
- Creating ride ready products, packages and offers.
For those who couldn't attend, please click here to view the presentation.
Should you have any questions, please contact council's Senior Economic Development Officer, Grier Williamson, on (07) 4961 9099 or grier.williamson@mackay.qld.gov.au.
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Project update #75 - November 14, 2023
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A 'spirited adventure with a tropical vibe" is the promise the new Finch Hatton MTB brand will make to the world.
Finch Hatton MTB was officially launched on November 13.
The brand and marketing strategy was developed by award-winning destination and marketing specialists Destination Marketing Store (DMS) and Swell Design Group.
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Project update #74 - October 26, 2023
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCheck out the latest mountain bike update!
Council held two Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail community update sessions this month.
One in Eungella on October 9 and one in Finch Hatton on October 23.
Please click on the links below to view the presentations.
Eungella update
(Council provided an update on the planning and investigation works for stage two and a brief update on stage one works and the official opening)Finch Hatton update
(Council provided an update on stage one works and the official opening. Brief update on stage two investigation works)Should you have any questions about this project, please contact council's Community Engagement Officer Rebecca Batzloff on 1300 MACKAY (622 529) or email rebecca.batzloff@mackay.qld.gov.au.
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Project update #73 - October 17, 2023
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Council is providing an exclusive opportunity for the local business community to see the new mountain bike brand and learn how your business can become bike friendly in preparation for the opening of our stage one mountain bike trail network.
Award-winning destination marketing specialists, Destination Marketing Store and Swell Design, who developed the brand and marketing strategy will be delivering two free workshops in November, one in Mackay and one in Finch Hatton.
The workshops will cover:
- Key elements of the brand strategy
- Creative elements and marketing plan
- Practical examples of how to leverage the brand
- Importance of collaboration and partnerships
- Creating ride ready products, packages and offers.
Workshop details:
Finch Hatton workshop
Monday, November 13
11am to 12.30pm
Finch Hatton RSL
Online registration is required. Please click here to register.Mackay workshop
Tuesday, November 14
9am to 10.30am
Harrup Park Country Club
Online registration is required. Please click here to register.Registrations close on Sunday, November 5.
Should you have any questions about the workshops, please contact council's Senior Economic Development Officer, Grier Williamson, on (07) 4961 9099 or grier.williamson@mackay.qld.gov.au.
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Project update #72 - October 16, 2023
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkBe one of the first to see our new brand!
Mackay Regional Council is inviting community members and stakeholders to join them for the exiting reveal of the Finch Hatton Mountain Bike Trails brand.
The new brand is the result of significant research, analysis, and consultation to position and create an identity for the mountain bike trail network for the future. It presents an opportunity to build awareness of and showcase our extraordinary destination and the experience offering for visitors from near and afar.
The project team will provide insights into the development, design and the positioning of the brand - who we are, what we stand for, and how we look and feel.
Launch Details:
Monday, November 13
9am to 10am
Finch Hatton RSLOnline registration is required. Please click here to register.
Registrations close on Sunday, November 5.
Should you have any questions about the launch, please contact council's Senior Economic Development Officer, Grier Williamson, on (07) 4961 9099 or Grier.Williamson@mackay.qld.gov.au.
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Project update #71 - October 3, 2023
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkSeeking shuttle operators!
As excitement builds with stage one of the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails project to be completed by the end of this year, council is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified/experienced personnel to provide mountain bike shuttle services to and from the top of the trails along the stage 1 shuttle access road.
A limited number of operators will be approved to provide this service.
Those interested must register under QTenders to download and view the tender documents. It is free to register.
Visit - https://qtenders.epw.qld.gov.au/ or www.mackay.qld.gov.au/tenders
Expressions of interest close Tuesday, October 17.
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Project update #70 - September 21, 2023
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Council's pump track at the Finch Hatton mountain bike trailhead site is taking shape. Watch this short video to see the progress.
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Project update #69 - September 18, 2023
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Mackay Regional Council will be holding two Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails community update sessions in October.
One session will be held in Eungella to provide an update on the planning and investigation works for stage two. A second session will be held in Finch Hatton to update the community on the progress of stage one works and the official opening.
Session details:
Eungella community update session
Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
Time: 5.30pm to 7pm
Venue: Eungella Hub
Session information: Update on the planning and investigation works for stage two and a brief update on stage one works and the official opening)Finch Hatton community update session
Date: Monday, October 23, 2023
Time: 5.30pm to 7pm
Venue: Finch Hatton Showground Hall
Session information: Update on stage one works and the official opening. Brief update on stage two investigation works)If you cannot attend the session, the presentation will be made available on council's Connecting Mackay website.
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Project update #68 - September 12, 2023
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkSave the date - community update sessions in October!
Council will be holding two Pioneer Valley mountain bike trail community update sessions in October.
One session will be held in Eungella to provide an update on the planning and investigation works for stage two. A second session will be held in Finch Hatton to update the community on the progress of stage one works and the official opening.
Details are below:
Eungella community update session
Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
Time: 5.30pm to 7pm
Venue: The Eungella Hub
Session information: Update on the planning and investigation works for stage two and brief update on stage one works and the official opening.Finch Hatton community update session
Date: Monday, October 23, 2023
Time: 5.30pm to 7pm
Venue: Finch Hatton Showground Hall
Session information: Update on stage one works and the official opening. Brief update on stage two investigation works.Further details will be provided closer to the event.
If you cannot attend the session, the presentation will be made available on council’s Connecting Mackay website.
Area/Published
Area: Pioneer Valley
Published: July 6, 2020 - current project
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Mackay Regional Council
Phone 1300 MACKAY (622 529) Email engagement@mackay.qld.gov.au
Videos
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Click here to play video Finch Hatton MTB brand
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Click here to play video Council's pump track at the Finch Hatton mountain bike trailhead site is taking shape.
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Click here to play video Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails Community Update
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Click here to play video Stage one progress update
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Click here to play video Small Business Mentoring Program 2021 - Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails
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Click here to play video Completion of the restoration of the Cattle Creek Mill Administration Building
Document Library
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FHMTB Brand Launch - Full Workshop Presentation.pdf (18.3 MB) (pdf)
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Mountain Bike Strategy Report.PDF (8.87 MB) (PDF)
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MTB Trail - community update presentation 20-8-2020.pdf (1.92 MB) (pdf)
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Mountain Bike Trail Factsheet.pdf (361 KB) (pdf)
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MTB community update session presentation 7-2-21.pdf (6.27 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton trailhead site constraints.pdf (3.19 MB) (pdf)
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Draft Finch Hatton Trailhead Master Plan concepts.pdf (4.74 MB) (pdf)
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Proposed trail network map JUNE 2021 (A3).pdf (6.48 MB) (pdf)
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FAQs - Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails - version 2 - 5-7-21.pdf (2.15 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton and Eungella Local Area Planning Presentation.pdf (7.25 MB) (pdf)
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Community Engagement Report - Finch Hatton Trailhead Master Plan.pdf (11.3 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton trailhead master plan design.pdf (794 KB) (pdf)
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Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail fact sheet (13.3 MB) (pdf)
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Proposed trail network overview (11 MB) (pdf)
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MRC - MTB Prospectus update [2393] Final Digital.pdf (6.6 MB) (pdf)
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LAPF recommendations document FINAL.pdf (3.91 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton Trailhead Design.pdf (10.2 MB) (pdf)
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PVMBT Community Update Session presentation 4 (82.7 MB) (pptx)
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PVMBT Community Update Session presentation 4.pdf (8.05 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton Trailhead Design (16 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton Trailhead render 1 (3.97 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton Trailhead render 2 (4.51 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton Trailhead render 3 (4.5 MB) (pdf)
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Mountain Bike Trail Factsheet (13.3 MB) (pdf)
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Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session Presentation 4 (8.05 MB) (pdf)
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Stage 1 proposed trails (53.5 MB) (pdf)
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Finch Hatton Trailhead Design Final (10.5 MB) (pdf)
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04.05.23 PVMBT Community Update Session presentation FINAL.pdf (4.12 MB) (pdf)
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2023 Finch Hatton Trailhead design (16 MB) (pdf)
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2023 Finch Hatton Trailhead render 1 (3.97 MB) (pdf)
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2023 Finch Hatton Trailhead render 2 (4.51 MB) (pdf)
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2023 Finch Hatton Trailhead render 3 (4.5 MB) (pdf)
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2023 proposed trail network (102 MB) (pdf)
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2023 stage 1 trail network (53.5 MB) (pdf)
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Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails Revised Environmental Assessment Report (Stage 1 Trails) (22.1 MB) (pdf)
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Mountain Bike Trail Factsheet - Funding 2023 (13.3 MB) (pdf)
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PVMTB Community Update Presentation Eungella 9 Oct 2023.pdf (6.57 MB) (pdf)
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PVMTB Community Update Presentation Finch Hatton 23 Oct 2023.pdf (6.26 MB) (pdf)