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Twilight Bay

The beaches of Esperance are rated among the best in the world – and Twilight Bay is one of the towns most loved. Here, impossibly white sand meets unbelievably clear turquoise water creating a beautiful vista and perfect swimming conditions. Gently rounded granite cliffs and the deepening blue ocean make this area of coastline one of Australia’s most scenic. Popular for families, Twilight Bay offers safe swimming and idyllic conditions. Fishing is also a common activity. Twilight Bay is a few minute’s drive from Esperance. It takes a day to drive to Esperance from Perth or you can fly there

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Old Gentleman's Club

The Old Gentlemen’s Club is one of many elaborate buildings worth visiting in the charming mining town of Cue. Office for many important and influential companies in the late 1800s, and home of the Murchison Club, the building was frequented by influential business people from around the world. Herbert Hoover often stayed at the club, which is now home to the town’s Shire Council. Though not open for tours, it is worth capturing a beautiful photo of the façade. Walk the streets of the remote town of Cue to explore the large number of restored and beautifully maintained buildings. Visit

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Joker's Tunnel

Discover the enormous lengths gold prospectors went to in their search for gold in the 1890s, with a visit to Joker’s Tunnel in Yalgoo. Examine the tunnel which has been carved through a massive unyielding rock and imagine the gruelling work involved in completing such a feat with the basic equipment available back then. Explore the exquisite flora around Joker’s Tunnel in full bloom between July and September. Walk along trails in this magnificent bushland to discover native animals such as kangaroos, emus and wedge-tailed eagles. Drive 10 minutes back into the town of Yalgoo for a visit to the

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Courthouse Museum Yalgoo

The historic Courthouse Museum Yalgoo provides an interesting look at the town’s goldrush heritage. Wander through the rooms which contain displays that depict life in Yalgoo when it was founded in the 1890s after the discovery of gold. Inspect photographs and old household items which have been extremely well preserved. Learn about the excitement of the goldrush days and take time to inspect the old courthouse building. Stroll next door to the well preserved Old Yalgoo Police Station and Jail. Have a look at how small the cells were for prisoners in the late 1800s. If Hawes fascinating work is

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Dowerin Museum

The Dowerin Museum offers visitors an opportunity to see what life on the wheatbelt was like in the 1930s. The house was built in 1912 and owned by the O'Shaughnessy family. The local historical society has preserved it as a typical example of a Western Australian wheatbelt home of the 1920s. The Museum consists of a saddlery shop along with other artefacts from earlier times including a vast amount of interesting furniture and clothing.

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Australia's Golden Outback Events »«

Leonora Golden Gift
The Leonora Golden Gift is primarily Australia's richest mile running race incorporated into a weekend
Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show
The Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show is internationally recognised as one of the best in Australia. Flowers

Australia's Golden Outback Attractions »«

Mount Palmer
The derelict mining town of Mount Palmer near Southern Cross offers an intriguing look at
Dalwallinu Remnant Bushland
The natural areas of bush at Dalwallinu Remnant Bushland present a changing pattern during the
Hopetoun Ravensthorpe Railway Heritage Walk Trail
There are several alternative walks on the Hopetoun Ravensthorpe Railway Heritage Walk Trail - Desmond
WMC Resource Nickel Pots
As you drive along the Goldfields Highway in Kalgoorlie, you cannot miss the massive WMC
Bayleys Reward Fly Flat
Bayleys Reward Fly Flat is the site where gold was first discovered in Coolgardie in
Lake Grace Lookout
Lake Grace Lookout provides a spectacular panoramic view of the vast lake system of Lake
Two-Up School
Experience the aura of excitement surrounding the much cherished game of Two-Up by visiting the
Pink Lake
Pink Lake near Esperance on Western Australia’s far southern coastline is a popular natural attraction.
Koolanooka Springs
Koolanooka Springs is home to a spectacular wildflower display and also provides an opportunity to
Giant Ram Tourist Park
If you enjoy checking out all things ‘big’ you must visit the Giant Ram Tourist

Australia's Golden Outback Accommodation »«

Rydges Kalgoorlie
Rydges Kalgoorlie is conveniently located close to the Kalgoorlie town centre in the heart of
The Jetty Resort
Welcome to Esperance and the Jetty Resort. Luxury accommodation, superb ocean views, spa suites, new
Esperance Seafront Caravan Park and Holiday Units
The Esperance Seafront Caravan Park and Holiday Units is a relaxing, quiet, lawned, shady caravan
Kalgoorlie Overland Motel
The Kalgoorlie Overland Motel is conveniently located on the edge of the Kalgoorlie central business
Munglinup Beach Caravan Park
Munglinup Beach Holiday Park - a secluded haven only three kilometres from the beach on
Comfort Inn Bay of Isles
The Comfort Inn Bay of Isles Motel is situated on the Esplanade, which has breathtaking
Best Western Hospitality Inn Esperance
The Best Western Hospitality Inn Esperance is located in the town centre overlooking Esperance Bay.