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…
Category: Hiking
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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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Access to off-track walking may be under threat in the Flinders Ranges and beyond – Pastoral Act Review
The Pastoral Act is to reviewed. Walkers ability to access pastoral leases may change. You can comment. Online survey extended to 5pm Monday 30 Sept. 2019.
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The Great North Walk – May 2018.
Join the Friends on their extended walk in 2018 -the iconic 250 km Great North Walk from Sydney to Newcastle. The Great North Walk is a wonderful trail through a magnificent array of natural and urban environments. The Friends will be exploring this long-distance Trail over 17 days in May 2018. Bookings open on February 1st 2018.
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Vale Jamie Shephard, past President of Friends of the Heysen Trail
The Friends of the Heysen Trail are saddened by the passing of our highly esteemed past President Jamie Sheppard on 27 December, 2016. Jamie was active in all facets of the walking community, and a most generous host of social functions for the members. Jamie will be remembered as a true gentleman and friend to all who knew him, and he will be very sadly missed in the wider community.
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Adelaide Hills flood damage closes some walking trails.
Recent heavy rains and flood damage in the Adelaide Hills have closed several roads and popular walking trails including the Waterfall Gully to Mount Lofty track.
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Vale Honorary Member Jim Crinion
The Friends of the Heysen Trail report the death of Honorary Member Jim Crinion.
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Walkers be warned – Bees!
From August to October, walkers in South Australia need to be careful of dangers posed by bees. You may find bee hives around canola and other flowers. Avoid walking close to the hives. View our tips for hiking near bees.
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Walk the Yorke Official Opening 13 December 2015
The Friends of the Heysen Trail were represented at the successful opening to the Walk the Yorke at Port Vincent on Sunday 13 December 2015.
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This Sunday 8th November – Morialta Centenary Picnic. 2 x Walks. Bid on Historic Images Auction
Join in the community events to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Morialta Conservation Park. Two free guided walks for the public to check out the Morialta Conservation Park.
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Bushwalk.com eMag Featuring South Australia’s Best Walks
The October edition of Bushwalk.com eMag is out – with a focus the best walks in South Australia. The articles include a profile on the Friends of the Heysen Trail.
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Lavender Federation Trail meets the Heysen Trail, extending to Clare
The Lavender Federation Trail has been successful in gaining grant funding to extend the trail from its current trailhead at Eudunda onwards to Clare, to intersect the Heysen Trail at Webb Gab. A special event is in the planning for April 2016 to celebrate the crossing of the two long-distance trails.