Australia's Golden Outback Historic Site Attractions
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Boulder Town Hall
Boulder - The Boulder Town Hall was built in 1908, and demonstrates the architectural style of the prosperous gold rush days. It is a beautifully preserved historic... More
Broad Arrow
Kalgoorlie - Broad Arrow is a 'Ghost Town’ located 38 kilometres north of Kalgoorlie on the road to Leonora. The town was gazetted in 1896, and at its peak during... More
Camel Soak
Perenjori - The tranquil surroundings at Camel Soak east of Perenjori, provide an excellent spot to sit down for a picnic. Visit the man made granite watering hole... More
Chapel of The Dominican Convent
Yalgoo - The Chapel of The Dominican Convent is a prominent landmark in the lovely little historic settlement of Yalgoo. The Convent Chapel was built in 1919 for... More
Coolgardie Cemetery
Coolgardie - Reflect on the lives and hardships encountered during the gold rush years with a visit to the Coolgardie Cemetery. Commissioned in 1894, it has over 3,000... More
Corrigin Dog Cemetery
Corrigin - Dog lovers will be touched by the emotional tribute to man’s best friend at the Corrigin Dog Cemetery. Stroll around the cemetery and read the eighty... More
Courthouse Museum Yalgoo
Yalgoo - The historic Courthouse Museum in Yalgoo provides an interesting look at the towns goldrush heritage. Wander through the rooms which contain displays that... More
Cullimbin Well
Dowerin - Located thirteen kilometres east off Dowerin-Kalannie Road on the 54 Gate Road, which is fifty six kilometres from Dowerin (call into the Dowerin Shire... More
Cunderdin Hill Lookout
Cunderdin - The Cunderdin Hill Lookout, situated one kilometre south of the main street, appears quite inconspicuous. However, it is definitely worth taking the time... More
Cunderdin Municipal Museum
Cunderdin - The Cunderdin Municipal Museum contains an interesting collection of antiques, relics and vintage machinery gathered from the surrounding area. Housed... More
Dempster Homestead
Esperance - Home of the most famous of Esperance's pioneer families. The house is not open to the public, but can be viewed from the road.
The first shelter for... More
Dowerin Museum
Dowerin - 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... More
Dryandra Woodland
Cuballing - You can see some of Western Australia’s unique animals at Dryandra Woodland, less than two hours drive from Perth.
This area is home to more than... More
Dundas Rocks and Lone Grave
Norseman - A visit to Norseman in the state’s southeast presents an opportunity to see the 550 million year old Dundas Rocks, and check out the mystifying Lone... More
Edna May Gold Mine
Westonia - Delve into Western Australia’s colourful gold rush history by visiting the old mining town of Westonia and the Edna May Gold Mine. The old mine site... More
Emu Hill Well
Narembeen - The Emu Hill Well was used as a water source by early settlers to the area.
The well is located at the base of Roe Lookout which is accessible by road... More
Frazers Mine
Southern Cross - Hugh Fraser, an experienced prospector pegged out the most important rich lode that became Fraser¹s Mine.
The old headframes are still on the lease... More
Giant Ram Tourist Park
Wagin - If you enjoy checking out all things ‘big’ you must visit the Giant Ram Tourist Park in Wagin. The Big Ram (also known as the Giant Ram) is... More
Gnarojin Park
Narrogin - Gnarojin Park is a unique picnic and recreational parkland situated alongside the Narrogin Brook in the heart of town.
Pathways, bridges, barbecues and... More
Goatcher Curtain
Boulder - The Goatcher Curtain is a priceless work of art hung in the Boulder Town Hall. It is believed to be the last remaining working stage curtain of its kind,... More
Golden Quest Discovery Trail
Kalgoorlie - The Golden Quest Discovery Trail provides a self drive tour of the West Australian Goldfields. It includes 25 significant sites as you travel through Kalgoorlie,... More
Golden Valley
Southern Cross - If you are looking to strike it rich prospecting for gold or you are interested in learning the history of one of the Eastern Goldfields first mining leases,... More
Goldfields Exhibition Museum
Coolgardie - The Goldfields Exhibition Museum is housed in the grand historic two storey former Wardens Court Building, which was erected in 1898. Wander through each... More
Great Central Road
Laverton - The Great Central Road runs for more than 1100 kilometres from Laverton to Yulara. Along the way you will see a range of great outback attractions. Check... More
Hamersley Drive Heritage Trail Scenic Drive
Ravensthorpe - The Hamersley Drive Heritage Trail Scenic Drive offers a picturesque tour of the Fitzgerald River National Park and surrounding towns. Discover the dramatic... More
Hatters Hill
Varley - Gold was discovered at Hatters Hill in the early part of the century where there was a small settlement from 1930 to 1944 and is now an interesting spot... More
Hay Street
Kalgoorlie - Take a stroll or drive down Kalgoorlie's notorious red light district and see the few remaining 'starting stalls' that are still open for business. Rows... More
High Street Armadale Galleries
Armadale - Just 15 minutes from the CBD is upmarket High Street, Armadale, where more than 100 antique dealers and 20 art galleries sit side by side, creating Melbourne’s... More
Historical Markers
Coolgardie - A series of historical markers have been placed at various intervals within the township giving a well documented account of Coolgardie's history.
Each... More
Hollands Track
Newdegate - This track, which is still visible, dates back to the gold rush days. John Holland was an enterprising man who was determined to reach the Goldfields as... More
Holy Cross Church
Morawa - The Holy Cross Catholic Church was built in 1932 in Morawa. Designed along Spanish mission lines, it is a simple historic church built out of local stone,... More
Hopes Hill
Southern Cross - Hopes Hill was one of the first gold mines in the Southern Cross area commencing in 1888.
It is a large open cut mine. The name derives from the "Hope"... More
Hunts Soak
Southern Cross - Hunt's Soak is located eight kilometres north of town near Lake Koorkoordine and named after Charles Cook Hunt, an early government surveyor. This man-made... More
Hunts Well
Tammin - Hunts Well is a historical site located a few kilometres south of Tammin. It was once used as a watering point for prospectors and others en route to the... More
Ingobblein Rock and Well
Mukinbudin - Ingobblein Rock and Well is a man-made well which is still in good condition and continues to be used as a water source.
Situated in the wheatbelt area,... More
Jesse Martin Museum
Williams - This unique collection of memorabilia from Williams and other districts has been compiled by passionate local farmer, Jesse Martin.
The project began... More
John Forrest Lookout
Perenjori - The John Forerest Lookout provides a 360 degree view of surrounding station country.
It was here, during an 1897 expedition that Sir John Forrest established... More
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