Western Australia Historic Site
Western Australia Historic Site Attractions Directories
Abandoned Mining Settlements
Sandstone - In the early 1900's prospectors moved into the area around sandstone and within a radius of fifty miles small towns became established. Some of these towns... More
Abingdon Miniature Village
Mandurah - Abingdon Miniature Village displays to scale model miniatures of historic buldings from the United Kingdom, set amongst four acres of beautifully manicured... More
Aboriginal Cemetery
Perth - Between 1838 and 1931, it is reported that 369 Aboriginal prisoners died on Rottnest Island, with most believed to have been buried in the Island cemetery.... More
Afghan Cemetery
Wyndham - This cemetery contains the graves of Afghan Camel drivers brought to Australia by Zamen Shar. These drivers carried supplies all over the Kimberley region.... More
Agricultural Hall
Williams - As a community centre the Agricultural Hall located on Albany Highway has been, and still is an integral part of the Williams community.
The foundation... More
Albany Courthouse
Albany - The foundation stone of this majestic building was laid 29th December, 1896. The Court House is a unique example of the work of that period, exhibiting... More
Albany Old Gaol Museum
Albany - Built in 1851 as a convict hiring depot. By 1908 it had ceased to be used for its original purpose and was used as a storehouse for the Western Australian... More
Albany Residency Museum
Albany - A visit to the Albany Residency Museum will be sure to captivate anyone with an interest in the history of Western Australia. Trace the history of the... More
Albany Wind Farm
Albany - See how the south coast town of Albany is doing its part to help the environment at Albany Wind Farm.
The farm consists of 12 giant wind turbines, each... More
Albert Facey Heritage Trail
Wickepin - Anyone who has read Albert Facey’s autobiography ‘A Fortunate Life’ will be fascinated by the Albert Facey Heritage Trail. Allow at least... More
Albert Facey Homestead
Wickepin - A visit to the Albert Facey Homestead gives a unique insight into the life of the author of ‘A Fortunate Life’ in the early 1900s. Facey lived... More
Alcoa Scarp Lookout
Pinjarra - On North Spur Road, Alcoa Scarp Lookout is sited in country cleared for farming, and overlooks the Pinjarra Alumina Refinery. A shaded parking area, five... More
Alkimos Wreck
Perth - See the haunted Alkimos Wreck from the coastline near Yanchep, just north of Perth.
The wreck of the Greek freighter the Alkimos lies off Eglington Rocks.... More
All Saints Church - Henley Brook
Perth - Discover the charm and history of All Saints Church in Henley Brook, which is the oldest church in Western Australia. Taking three years to build by one... More
All Saints Church Collie
Collie - Enjoy a fascinating tour of the prominent Collie landmark, All Saints Church. Discover the intricate detail of the historic church’s interior and... More
Allgem Jewellers
Perth - Allgem Jewellers have a vast collection of ;oose Australian Opals and Australian Opal jewellery, pearls and pearl jewellery including Broom pearls and... More
Anastasia's Pool
Broome - In Broome, see Anastasia’s Pool, a natural rock pool which is part of the history of the town and tells a touching story.
The pool was modified... More
Anzac Park War Memorial
Bunbury - The park is an attractive garden setting directly opposite Bunbury Post Office fronting the city's modern Regional Library. It has a fine memorial to World... More
Araluen Botanic Park
Perth - Araluen Botanic Park is a very special place nestled in the deep jarrah forested valley in the Darling Range. Araluen is a tranquil botanic garden of... More
Argyle Downs Homestead Museum
Kununurra - The Argyle Downs Homestead Museum offers a fascinating insight into the lives of the early pioneers in the Kimberley. Walk through the 1880s former home... More
Army General Hospital Site
Merredin - The Australian General Army Hospital was relocated from Tobruk in 1942. Foundations of the buildings and intensive interpretation can be viewed at the... More
Australian Inland Mission Hospital
Lake Grace - The Australian Inland Mission Hospital established in 1925 through the work of John Flynn of "Flynn of the Inland" fame is now listed with National Trust.... More
Australian Prospectors and Miners Hall of Fame
Kalgoorlie - Explore Kalgoorlie’s first gold mine. Travel 36 metres underground, with a retired miner. Let our guides lead you through the tunnels where once... More
Australind Memorial
Australind - Situated on the old coast road, 11 kilometres from Bunbury, is this interesting monument which commemorates the unsuccessful settlement of the area in... More
Avondale Discovery Farm
Beverley - Avondale is a working Research Station which is part of Agriculture Western Australia. Agricultural research is conducted on Avondale, which is aimed at... More
Barkers and Gull Store
Perth - The existing small shop and warehouse are all that remain of a larger group of six buildings which once stood on the site. They were built by Samuel Barker,... More
Barrack Street Jetty
Perth - Meander along Barrack Street Jetty to visit the towering glass spire of the Swan Bells. Indulge your tastebuds with a range of waterfront restaurants,... More
Barracks Archway
Perth - Learn more about Western Australia’s colonial history on a visit to Barracks Archway in the west end of Perth.
Barracks Archway was once part of... More
Batavia Shipwreck
Geraldton - With tales of murderous mutiny, the Batavia Shipwreck off the coast of Geraldton is one of Western Australia’s best known historic dive sites.
The... More
Bathurst Lighthouse
Perth - Bathurst Lighthouse, on the northern edge of Rottnest Island, was built in 1900 to support Wadjemup Lighthouse following the City of York shipping disaster... More
Bayleys Reward Fly Flat
Coolgardie - Bayleys Reward Fly Flat is the site where gold was first discovered in Coolgardie in the late 1800s by Arthur Bayley and William Ford. Look out over the... More
Beacon Hill Lookout
Norseman - Beacon Hill Lookout overlooks the town of Norseman. From the top you can take in unique views of the surrounding countryside, salt lakes, the Norseman... More
Beagle Bay
Broome - Beagle Bay is one of three Aboriginal communities on the Dampier Peninsula north of Broome, and an interesting part of Western Australian history.
If... More
Belmont Historical Museum
Belmont - The Belmont Historical Museum houses fascinating displays and exhibitions covering the way of life of the families of the Belmont area.
The focus of... More
Benedictine Monastery
New Norcia - The Benedictine Monastery is located on the site of the original 1847 mission building in New Norcia. The Monastery is now home to a population of 26 monks... More
Bert Tyler Machinery Museum
Perth - Step back in time to the Bert Tyler Machinery Museum or send a telegram in the Armadale Outpost Telegraph Office.
The Bert Tyler collection is mostly... More
Beverley Post Office
Beverley - The Beverley Post Office was built in 1910 at a cost of 1,870 pounds. The architecture is a good example of the building style of this time. It is situated... More
Beverley Railway Station
Beverley - The Beverley Railway Station in Vincent Street, was first opened on 5 August, 1886 and for many years Beverley was the terminus for the trains from Perth.
Passengers... More
Bibbulmun Track
Perth - Opened in 1998, the award winning Bibbulmun Track is one of the world’s great long-distance walk trails stretching nearly 1000 kilometres from the... More
Big Bell Ghost Town
Cue - Big Bell Ghost Town is an abandoned gold mining town with many old buildings still remaining, the most prominent being the Big Bell Hotel, which reputedly... More
Big Dish
Carnarvon - The ‘Big Dish’ is a Carnarvon landmark. Take a drive out to the site of this massive satellite dish and marvel at the 29.5 metre diameter of... More
Bilgoman Well Heritage Trail
Perth - Located nine kilometres east of Midland along the Great Eastern Highway. The Bilgoman Well Heritage Trail is a 100 metre walking track through bushland... More
Bill OReilly Oval
White Cliffs - White Cliffs is home to the unique Bill O'Reilly Oval, there is not a blade of grass to be seen for it is nothing but hard red dirt. A must see for all... More
Bill Sewell Complex
Geraldton - Wandering the streets of Geraldton it will be hard to miss the aesthetically pleasing grand building that is know as the Bill Sewell Complex. A visit to... More
Billum-Billum Monks Well
Dalwallinu - On your left as you enter from the south end of the Dalwallinu townsite you will see the old well which supplied the early settlers and travellers with... More
Billy Noongales Grave
Beverley - Situated in the Catholic Cemetery, in the left-hand corner from the gate.
Billy Noongale was an Aboriginal native of the Beverley district, who was a... More
Blackboy Hill Commemorative Site
Perth - The Blackboy Hill commemorative site is a unique piece of military architecture, which should not be missed by those with an interest in Australian military... More
Boab Prison Tree
Derby - The massive ancient Boab Prison Tree is believed to be around 1,500 years old and sits on the outskirts of the remote northern town of Derby in Western... More
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