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Sleeman Sports Complex - Chandler Velodrome is the historic outdoor cycling track at the Anna Meares Velodrome / Sleeman Sports Complex precinct in Chandler, Brisbane, a location that has played a major role in Queensland track cycling for decades. The outdoor velodrome was originally built for the 1982 Commonwealth Games, where it hosted track cycling competition before becoming an important training and racing venue for Queensland cyclists. Today, the original Chandler Outdoor Velodrome is no longer in operation, with track cycling at the precinct having moved to the world-class indoor Anna Meares Velodrome. Opened in 2016, the Anna Meares Velodrome features a 250-metre timber track and hosts everything from local club racing and Come & Try sessions through to national and international track cycling competition. For riders interested in Chandler Velodrome, track cycling in Brisbane, Brisbane velodromes or the history of cycling in Queensland, the original outdoor track remains an important part of the story of the Sleeman Sports Complex and the development of track cycling in Australia. RTS Tip: The historic outdoor Chandler Velodrome is no longer operational, so don't plan to visit it expecting to ride the track. Riders wanting to experience track cycling at Chandler should instead check the sessions available at the neighbouring Anna Meares Velodrome, including public Come & Try opportunities.

The Anna Meares Velodrome at the Sleeman Sports Complex in Chandler is Queensland’s premier indoor track cycling venue and one of Australia’s leading velodromes. Named after Olympic champion Anna Meares, the venue features an international competition-standard 250m timber track and was the first velodrome in the world to feature full LED broadcast-quality lighting. Built for elite competition but accessible to the wider cycling community through organised sessions, the velodrome hosts racing, training, coaching and major cycling events, making it a bucket-list venue for anyone keen to experience the speed and steep banking of a world-class indoor track. RTS Tip: You can’t simply turn up and ride the track, but you don’t need to be an elite track cyclist either. Public Come & Try sessions are available, along with accreditation and open training sessions for riders wanting to progress. Check the current session schedule and book ahead before making the trip to Chandler.

The Outer Circle Rail Trail, also widely known as the Anniversary Trail, is a 17 km shared cycling and walking trail through Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, running from Fairfield to Hughesdale. Following much of the alignment of Melbourne’s former Outer Circle Railway, the trail winds through Kew, Deepdene, Canterbury, Camberwell, Burwood, Ashburton and East Malvern, combining leafy linear parks, historic railway cuttings and suburban cycling connections. With an almost entirely asphalt or concrete surface, it’s well suited to road bikes, gravel bikes, hybrids, e-bikes, families and everyday recreational cycling. One of the most attractive sections runs through Kew and Canterbury, where the trail follows the former railway alignment through a deep, tree-lined cutting that feels surprisingly removed from the surrounding city. Further south, riders pass alongside the operational Alamein railway line between East Camberwell and Alamein, the only part of the original Outer Circle route still carrying trains. The trail then continues across Gardiners Creek, through the Malvern Urban Forest and Boyd Park, before finishing near Hughesdale Station. The trail also has some fascinating Melbourne railway history. The Outer Circle Railway opened in 1890–91 but operated as a complete railway for only around three years before sections began closing. Parts later reopened, including the famous Deepdene Dasher passenger service, while the East Camberwell–Alamein section eventually became today’s Alamein Line. Historic station sites and interpretive signs along the trail help tell the story, while the old railway bridge across the Yarra River at Chandler Highway has now been repurposed for the trail. One of the biggest advantages of the Outer Circle Rail Trail is how well it connects with Melbourne’s wider cycling network. Riders can link directly with the Main Yarra Trail, Gardiners Creek Trail, Koonung Creek Trail, Scotchmans Creek Trail and Djerring Trail. Combining the Outer Circle with the Rosstown Rail Trail also creates a roughly 25 km cycling route from Kew towards Elsternwick, opening up plenty of options for longer Melbourne bike rides. RTS Tip: The Outer Circle is easy riding, but navigation and road crossings are the main things to watch. There are busy crossings around Harp Junction, Toorak Road and Dandenong Road, and the route can be slightly confusing where it leaves the old railway alignment or intersects other shared paths. Download the route before setting out and take your time at crossings. With Fairfield and Hughesdale railway stations near either end, it’s also a great trail to ride one-way and use Melbourne’s train network for the return journey.

South-east Brisbane BMX refers to the BMX racing facility used by Bayside BMX Club at Wynnum West on Brisbane’s bayside. The club provides a dedicated BMX racing environment for riders of all ages and abilities, from children getting their first taste of BMX through to experienced racers competing at regional, state and national level. Bayside BMX emphasises skills development, confidence and family participation, making it a strong entry point into BMX racing in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs. The purpose-built race track delivers the classic BMX experience, with a start hill and gate, rollers, jumps, rhythm sections and large bermed corners designed to reward pumping, jumping, cornering and race technique. Rather than being a casual pump track, this is a club-focused BMX racing venue where riders can develop their skills through structured practice, coaching and racing. Bayside is part of the wider BMX South Queensland network, which represents BMX clubs throughout Greater Brisbane, the Gold Coast and surrounding regions. The South Queensland scene is particularly strong, with clubs including Bayside, Beenleigh, Centenary Plains, Logan City and Redlands, as well as the international-standard Brisbane SX facility at Chandler. For riders looking to progress further, the nearby Brisbane SX International BMX C at Chandler provides access to a UCI-certified international BMX Supercross track, including 5 m and 8 m start ramps. This gives South-east Brisbane riders a pathway from local club racing through to elite-level BMX facilities. RTS Tip: If you’re new to BMX racing, contact Bayside BMX Club before heading down and ask about beginner or introductory sessions. BMX race tracks operate differently from public pump tracks, so check the club calendar before assuming the track is available for casual riding. If you simply want somewhere to practise pumping and bike handling without joining an organised club session, Brisbane City Council also maintains numerous public BMX and skills facilities across the city.