Australia's South West Historic Site Attractions
Australia's South West Historic Site Attractions Directories
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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
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
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
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
Boulters Heights
Bunbury - Boulters Heights provides an excellent panorama of the city, port of Bunbury, north shore and the Leschenault Estuary.
Access by foot can be taken from... More
Bridgedale House
Bridgetown - Bridgedale House is a National Trust building in the centre of Bridgetown, which was once home to one of the town’s first white settlers. Now the... More
Brockman Sawpit
Pemberton - This provides an interesting reminder of the early days when timber was cut by hands. This sawpit has been restored to how it would have looked in about... More
Broomehill Museum
Broomehill - Broomehill Museum was built in 1898 and referred to first as the Broomehill Hall and later the Mechanics Institute. It was purchased by the Shire Council... More
Brunswick Cow
Brunswick - You can’t miss the life size Brunswick Cow statue which stands proudly in the centre of the farming town of Brunswick. The big Friesian cow statue... More
Bunbury Regional Art Galleries
Bunbury - Bunbury Regional Art Galleries are situated in a distinctive pink former convent in the City centre only minutes from Bunbury’s thriving shopping... More
Bunbury Timber Jetty Preservation Museum
Bunbury - The Bunbury Timber Jetty Environment and Conservation Museum can be found in Bunbury's oldest building. Originally commissioned in 1864 as the town's... More
Busselton Jetty Experience
Busselton - The Busselton Jetty is currently undergoing a $27 million refurbishment. Limited access is available, including the Interpretive Centre and the first 200metres.... More
Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
Augusta - This is truly one of the great capes of the world and also Western Australia's tallest lighthouse.
The powerful Indian and Southern Oceans converge at... More
Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Discovery Centre
Dunsborough - Only 13 kilometres from Dunsborough along a scenic drive is the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Situated on a rugged promontory, the surrounding... More
Collie River Scenic Drive
Collie - This drive follows the river with its tumbling rapids on one side and timber-covered slopes on the other. Wildflowers and bush orchids grow profusely on... More
Dardanup Heritage Park
Dardanup - A visit to the Dardanup Heritage Park provides a unique opportunity to witness one man’s passion for collecting and restoring vintage machinery.... More
Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree
Pemberton - For a bird’s eye view over the lush karri forests of Pemberton, climb the Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree.
Once used as a fire lookout, today the 70... More
Denmark-Nornalup Heritage Trail
Denmark - The Denmark-Nornalup Heritage Rail Trail takes you on a breathtaking journey along the south coast offering views of some of the most spectacular coastline... More
Desert Corps Memorial
Albany - The Desert Corps Memorial near the top of Mount Clarence is an impressive war memorial commemorating those who fought at Gallipoli during World War One.... More
Diamond Tree Lookout Manjimup
Manjimup - Diamond Tree Lookout provides a unique opportunity to gain a spectacular bird’s eye view across the treetops of the Karri forest near Manjimup. Not... More
Dingup Church
Manjimup - Dingup Church is an historic building built out of local soapstone in 1896 by Thomas Giblett. It was used as both a school and church by the early settlers.... More
Donnelly Well
Bridgetown - Donnelly Well is one of a chain of wells sunk in the 1890's for the local mail run.
Now restored, it's located 15 kilometres south of Bridgetown on the... More
Ellensbrook Historic Home and Picnic Grounds
Margaret River - Visit the picturesque grounds of the Ellensbrook Historic Home and Picnic Grounds and discover a significant piece of the state’s history. Enjoy... More
Elverd Cottage
Kojonup - Visit the quaint 1850s Elverd Cottage to learn about the farming town of Kojonup and its history as a British Military outpost in the 1800s. Examine the... More
Geegelup Heritage Trail
Bridgetown - The Geegelup Heritage Trail retraces the history of the Bridgetown-Greenbushes area and its links with the agricultural, mining and timber industries.... More
Georgiana Park and Molloy Memorial
Augusta - At the foot of Turner Street stood the home of Augusta's first Government resident. Captain John Molloy and his wife Georgiana lived here from 1830 to... More
Greek Chapel of St John
Margaret River - The Greek Chapel of St John the Theologian contains a unique history that will capture the hearts of all who visit. Walk around the church that was generously... More
Harvey Heritage Trail
Harvey - Collect your trail map from the Harvey Tourist and Information Centre and head off to explore the Harvey Heritage Trail.
The trail will guide you to... More
Harvey Historical Museum
Harvey - The Harvey Historical Museum is situated in The Old Raiway Station. More
Harvey Internment Camp Memorial Shrine
Harvey - The Harvey Internment Camp Shrine is a popular tourist attraction and depicts an important part of Australia's history.
At the beginning of World War... More
Heritage Park and Trail
Busselton - To learn more about the rich heritage of the town, take the time to visit the Heritage Park and Trail which commences at the corner of Peel Terrace and... More
Hillview Lookout
Augusta - The Hillview Lookout is located west of the town near the golf course atop Green Hill. The view is panoramic and with the aid of the directional plate... More
HMAS Perth
Albany - For the diving enthusiast a trip to King George Sound to explore the HMAS Perth is a must. Laid to rest off the coast of Albany in 2001, the shipwreck... More
Hoffman Road Lookout
Yarloop - When travelling on the South West Highway from Armadale to Yarloop, turn left onto the Hoffman Road prior to getting to Yarloop, and you will find the... More
Hoffmans Mill Picnic Site
Yarloop - The Hoffman's Mill Picnic Site is the site of a once thriving timber milling town established in the early years of the century. The town closed in the... More
Jahroc Mill Gallery
Margaret River - The Coastal Gallery is located in the main street of Margaret River in the South West of Western Australia and its also a historic building built in the... More
Jayes Memorial
Boyup Brook - The Jayes Memorial is a picnic spot and the memorial marks the site of the Old Jayes Hall, the first public building in the district and the original meeting... More
John Barnesby Memorial Lookout
Albany - The lookout was built in 1976 and is dedicated to former Mayor John A
Barnesby.
It stands 22.9 metres high and comprises of three levels, the top two... More
King Cottage Museum
Bunbury - The Kings Cottage Museum in Bunbury provides an excellent opportunity to discover an extensive collection of items dating back to the 1800s. Examine the... More
King Jarrah Heritage Trail
Manjimup - The King Jarrah tree is an awesome 600 year old tree and is the centrepiece for a number of forest walks. It is set in jarrah forest three kilometres... More
Kobeelya College & Conference Centre
Katanning - Overlooking the town is the lovely Kobeelya, originally the home of Frederick Henry Piesse. Built in 1902 it still retains the charm of yesteryear in... More
Kojonup Rose Maze
Kojonup - Stroll around the stunning display of Australian bred roses at the Kojonup Rose Maze and enjoy the most comprehensive public collection in the country.... More
Lighthouse Lookout
Bunbury - This lighthouse is a striking landmark. It stands some 25 metres above the ground and its light is visible from 27 kilometres away. The original Lighhouse... More
Manjimup Timber and Heritage Park
Manjimup - At Manjimup Timber Park you can bring your own food and enjoy a barbecue or picnic under shelter amongst the magnificent south west wildflowers. Play... More
Manjimup Timber Museum
Manjimup - The Manjimup Timber Museum,opened in 1977 has been established by the Shire of Manjimup. The original concept for the unique building designed to resemble... More
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