2027 End to End (E2E) Group
The Friends has decided not to commence a new E2E group in 2027 while we review our walk program
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Latest news
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Friends of the Heysen Trail 2027 calendar available now. Only $14!
Order from our on-line shop for $14.00 with postage an additional $7.05. Or pick up a copy from the office and save on postage.
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Fire Danger season announcements restrict access to the Heysen Trail north of Tanunda
CFS announces more 2026-2027 Fire Danger Season dates affecting the Heysen Trail between Tanunda and Parachilna. The SA Country Fire…
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Latest update to the Heysen Trail gpx file – version 5.4 released 7 September 2026
Add the latest version of the Heysen Trail gpx file – version 5.4 – to your GPS unit
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Cape Jervis Ferry Terminal Closure impacting the Southern Trailhead
SeaLink have confirmed the Cape Jervis Ferry Terminal and surrounding precinct will be closed from 5:00pm Monday, 19 October 2026…
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H5 bird flu detected in Australian seabird
What you can do The community is encouraged to report any dead or sick birds or wildlife showing signs of bird flu. Possible signs of bird flu in birds include: – multiple sick or dead birds in one location – weakness, inability to stand or fly – neurological signs or abnormal behaviour – swelling or discolouration – respiratory distress. If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch them.
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Reroute of the Heysen Trail at Deep Creek following the February 2026 bushfire – Mapsheet 1A
A temporary reroute has been established in Walk Section 2 – Cobbler Hill to Tapanappa to allow walkers to avoid…
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Storm Damage at Kings Beach on the WSCW
Storms have damaged the trail at Kings Beach on the WSCW. FOHT volunteers are working on organising a re-route but in the meantime do take care as you cross that section of the trail.
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HEYSEN TRAIL – NORTHERN TRAILHEAD REJUVENATION
Friends of Heysen Trail members & supporters are invited to Parachilna Gorge on Monday September 2nd to help celebrate completion of the Northern Trailhead Rejuvenation Project.
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Heysen Trail governance review consultation
The Friends are involved in a project to develop a best-practice governance model to give the Heysen Trail a continuing and successful future. Landowners and other stakeholder are invited to participate in consultation that will take place in the near future.
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Respectful conversation in Australia – a First Nation’s Voice to Parliament
At the Referendum on the Australian Constitution that will be held on October 14th 2023, Australians are being asked if they support Aboriginal recognition and an Aboriginal Voice to Parliament. The Friends Council and the Reconciliation Committee encourage all members to be informed on the Voice from all perspectives and to respect all individuals and their positions in relation to the Voice.