Open Nature by Bike: Jacksons Creek Cycle
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Cycle the scenic trails of Jacksons Creek and immerse yourself in Sunbury’s rich natural and cultural heritage.
Beginning at Apex Park, we’ll ride together along a relaxed route, pausing to uncover stories of the area’s layered history, learn about the unique local ecology—including the elusive platypus and growling grass frog—and explore the vision for the future biik wurrdha Regional Parklands.
The tour concludes with the option to join us at The Nook for a well-earned afternoon tea, where you can connect with fellow riders, share insights, and enjoy nature.
Open Nature: Jacksons Creek biik wurrdha Regional Parklands is presented by Open House Melbourne, funded through the Victorian Government’s Suburban Parks Program.
Children's Activities
This cycle tour is designed for adults, however children are welcome as passengers on their parents bikes.
See here for our tour designed for families.
In Collaboration With:
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Anna O’Sullivan is a registered Landscape Architect at Fitzgerald Frisby Landscape Architecture (FFLA), with over 10 years’ experience working on projects ranging from large-scale strategic plans to design and construction with a soft spot for trails and playgrounds.
Anna was involved in developing the Jacksons Creek Biik Wurrdha Parklands Plan 2022, which sets out a vision, principles and directions for progressive parklands establishment, expansion, and management to be achieved by 2040.
Anna has been a long-time volunteer with Open House Melbourne, including time on the Building Council and currently on the Program Advisory Group. As an inner-city resident, Anna loves hopping on her bike and exploring the trails of Melbourne.
Images: (1-2) Cycle Tour at Jacksons Creek. Courtesy Open House Melbourne.
Important Details
Tour/event summary information
Sunday 16 November
+ 11am—12.30pm
+ 1pm—2.30pm
Free, bookings required
Important information to note before you book
Participants are required to bring their own bicycles.
This tour covers approximately 6km in distance along shared cycle pathways. It is mostly flat with one steep incline.
Meeting Point
This tour will depart from Apex Park and conclude at The Nook. You are welcome to depart from The Nook or return in your own time to Apex Park.
Getting there
Ample car parking is available at Apex Park.
Sunbury Station is a 1.7km cycle from Apex Park.
Participants are responsible for their own travel to and from the start and end point.
Toilets are available on site at Apex Park and The Nook.
Afternoon tea
A light afternoon tea is included for those who wish to join us back at The Nook after the tour. Donations to contribute to afternoon tea are welcomed at the time of registration.
