wa.gov.au/rsc Make every journey safe. Regularly get 7.5 hours sleep a night. On long drives take a break every two hours and swap drivers if you can. Arm yourself against fatigue.
Beverley Visitor Centre (08) 9646 1555 Central Wheatbelt Visitor Centre 1300 736 283 Dalwallinu Visitor Centre (08) 9661 1805 Hyden CRC (08) 9880 5088 Koorda CRC (08) 9684 1081 Kulin Visitor Centre (08) 9880 1204 Lake Grace Visitor Centre (08) 9865 2140 Moora CRC (08) 9653 1053 Narrogin and Dryandra Visitor Centre (08) 9881 2064 Quairading CRC (08) 9645 0096 Wagin Tourist Information Centre (08) 9861 1232 Wave Rock Tourist Information Centre (08) 9880 5022 Wongan Hills Visitor Centre (08) 9671 1973
Plan your trip to Australia’s Golden Outback. Go to: australiasgoldenoutback.com or scan the QR code. Find everything you need to know about what there is to see and do @AustraliasGoldenOutback Get inspired with our Insta feed @australiasgoldenoutback Use our hashtag #goldenoutback
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Coolgardie Visitor Centre (08) 9026 6090 Great Beyond Visitor Centre (08) 9031 1361 Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre (08) 9021 1966 Leonora Visitor Centre (08) 9037 7016 Menzies Visitor Centre (08) 9024 2702
Kalgoorlie & the Goldfields Cue District Visitor Centre (08) 9963 1198 Gascoyne Junction Tourist Centre (08) 9943 0988 Meekatharra CRC (08) 9980 1811 Mt Magnet Visitor Centre (08) 9963 4172
The Gascoyne Murchison Esperance Visitor Centre 1300 664 455 Hopetoun CRC (08) 9838 3062 Norseman Visitor Centre (08) 9039 0040 Ravensthorpe Visitor Centre (08) 9838 1191
Esperance & the Fitzgerald Coast Looking for expert advice on the best things to see and do in Australia’s Golden Outback? The region’s visitor centres are great resources for maps, accommodation, tour bookings and local knowledge.
2024
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VISITOR CENTRES
Roll down the window and feel the fresh country air on your face as you cruise through the expansive Golden Outback. Witness the captivating landscapes and iconic attractions on a network of Epic Road Trip itineraries, designed to get you out and exploring the unique beauty of this remarkable region.
Wind your way across scenic countrysides on a Wheatbelt Road Trip, tasting farm-fresh fare, hiking granite outcrops and exploring Aboriginal culture. Witness bright canola fields and colourful spring wildflowers by day, while camping under a canopy of stars at night. Discover art on the Public Silo Art Trail, traverse the Wheatbelt Way, explore Pathways to Wave Rock, and trace the Golden Pipeline’s engineering feats.
The Wheatbelt Explore the captivating history of Kalgoorlie and the Goldfields in the Australian outback. The Golden Quest Discovery Trail showcases charming outback pubs and breathtaking landscapes. Discover more gold rush towns on the Norseman Heritage Trail, nestled in the Great Western Woodlands, where history meets vibrant spring wildflowers, offering picnics and scenic walks.
Kalgoorlie & the Goldfields Indicate right, turn off the highway and hit the roads less travelled. Journey along ribbons of road through miles of rich, red earth. Discover abandoned gold towns, immerse yourself in ancient culture, meet authentic outback characters and form connections you’ll never forget. Get lost in infinite night skies, and wake to sunrises that will take your breath away.
The Gascoyne Murchison Embark on a journey to Esperance’s pristine paradise. Explore rugged National Parks, white-sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Along the Road to Esperance, visit the Wheatbelt’s quirky attractions like Wave Rock, Fitzgerald River National Park, Hellfire Bay, and Lucky Bay, voted World’s Best Beach in 2023. Don’t forget the breathtaking Great Ocean Drive, a 38-kilometre loop showcasing Australia’s stunning coastal beauty.
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Offering various forms of accommodation including camping, self-contained guesthouses, and hosted Homestead rooms. Relax and unwind while soaking up the hospitality and comforts of this award-winning station stay.
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MAP REF
W23
Bayview Motel
P23
Allora House Kalgoorlie
W23
Alexander Drive B&B
P23
Acclaim Prospector Holiday Park
W23
Acclaim Pine Grove Holiday Park
S23
Acclaim Gateway Tourist Park Norseman
W23
Esperance Chalet Village
W23
Esperance Central Accommodation
W23
Dunns Eco Park
W23
Driftwood Apartments
W23
Comfort Inn Bay of Isles
PHONE
D10
Junction Pub & Tourist Park
W23
JJ's Holiday Cottages
R14
Ironbark Farm Stay
K33
Ilkurlka Roadhouse
P23
Hospitality Kalgoorlie, SureStay Collection by Best Western
W23
Hospitality Esperance, SureStay Collection by Best Western
R16
Merredin Motel & Gumtree Restaurant
J14
Melangata Station Stay
R15
Mather Farm
U16
Mary's Farm Cottages
N13
Lindum Farm
L22
Leonora Motor Inn
L22
Leonora Lodge
L22
Leonora Caravan Park
K25
Laverton Motel
P16
Koorda Hotel
AL FIN IST
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MAP REF
Orleans Bay Caravan Park
08 9021 2524
One Gate Farm
08 9071 4100
Nulla Nulla Farm Retreat
08 9039 1500
08 9425 5544 08 9425 5544 08 9037 1147 0427 170 629 0402 459 915 08 9943 0868 08 9021 3046 08 9286 1731 08 9684 1226 08 9031 1130 08 9037 6568 08 9037 7053 08 9037 6444 0400 927 800 08 9864 6054 0419 577 873 08 9963 7777 08 9041 1886 08 9041 1535
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ATTRACTIONS
H12
Wooleen Station
W20
Wavecrest Bar & Bistro
S18
Wave Rock Hotel
S18
Wave Rock Caravan Park & Resort
P23
The View on Hannans
P23
The Plaza Hotel
O13
The Old Convent Dalwallinu
T16
The Mains Guest House
W23
Summerstar Esperance Bay Holiday Park
P23
Rydges Kalgoorlie
W23
RAC Parks & Resorts Esperance
C7
Quobba Station
I15
Queen of the Murchison Guesthouse and Café
S18
Wave Rock Wildlife Park
P23
Natural Gold Nuggets & Jewellery
P23
Museum of the Goldfields
W23
Mermaid Leather
K25
Laverton Aboriginal Art Gallery
P23
Hannans North Tourist Mine
W23
Esperance Stonehenge
W23
Esperance Bird & Animal Park
W23
Cindy Poole Glass Gallery
P16
Koorda Hotel
P23
Kalgoorlie Hotel
D10
Junction Pub & Tourist Park
K33
Ilkurlka Roadhouse
W23
Esperance Distillery Co
U15
Downderry Wines
W23
Bread Local
MAP REF
EAT & DRINK
PHONE
2023 WINNER
EAT & DRINK Merredin Motel & Gumtree Restaurant
0439 911 569
Lucky Bay Brewing
08 9049 8010
MAP REF W23 R16
W23
Esperance Island Cruises
08 9963 7973
W23
Esperance Farm Experience
08 9838 3400
W23
Dabungool Cultural Experiences
0429 511 511
P23
Circle H Helicopters
08 9880 5022
W23
Black Jack Charters
08 9091 3333
PERTH
Australian Pinnacle Tours
08 9080 5900
MAP REF
TOURS
08 9661 1551
PERTH
TransWA
0427 772 323
PERTH
Redsands Campers
08 9071 2237
PERTH
4xploring Rentals
08 9080 0800
MAP REF
SERVICES & HIRE
08 9071 1251
W23
Yirri Grove
08 9948 5098
W20
Wavecrest Bar & Bistro
U17
Walkers Hill Vineyard
I15
Queen of the Murchison Guesthouse and Café
08 9075 0033 08 9088 0000 08 9963 1625
PHONE
Fly Esperance
W23
W23
HeliSpirit
Y16
Great Southern Outback Tours and Accommodation
P23
Goldfields Air Services
08 9076 1067
V13
Forest Explorers
0427 714 059 08 9075 9003 08 9022 1664 08 9031 1395 08 9071 5248 08 9021 8533 08 9021 5555 08 9880 5022 PHONE 0477 948 731 0427 814 903 0475 843 205 08 9037 1147 08 9943 0868 08 9021 3046 08 9684 1226
Instyle Adventures
BROOME
C7
Wooramulla Eco Cultural Journeys
W23
Woody Island Eco Tours
PERTH
WA NT Tours
PERTH
Untamed Escapes
W23
Tour Esperance
P23
Thunderstruck Goldfields Trike Tours
M10
New Leaf Connect
J15
Midwest Adventure Tours
PERTH
Luxury Outback Tours
S18
Katter Kich Gallery and Tours
P23
Kalgoorlie Tours and Charters
PHONE
KEEP AUSTRALIA BEAUTIFUL NATIONAL tidy town Sustainable community
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Duration: 2 to 5 days Distance: 292km One way Perth via Toodyay to Merredin Road Conditions: Sealed road with some unsealed access sections into nature reserves. Traverse the Wheatbelt following the wellworn trail many prospectors once took on their way to the Yilgarn and Kalgoorlie Goldfields. This scenic journey wanders past expansive Wheatbelt farmland and through the small towns of Toodyay, Goomalling, Dowerin, Wyalkatchem, Nungarin, and Merredin providing a classic experience of Western Australia’s Wheatbelt heartland. This trip is an alternative to the Great Eastern Highway direct route, adding only 44km to the journey. It offers the remarkable view of wildflowers during the season, invigorating leg-stretching nature walks, and numerous buildings and museums reflecting the historical significance of the region.
Explore the wonders of the Wheatbelt with its vast landscapes, vibrant wildflowers and world famous rock formations. Follow us on Facebook @PathwaystoWaveRock or email marketing@pathwaystowaverock.com.au for further information.
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Discover the magic of Wiluna & the Western Desert & the start of the Canning Stock RoutE 28 Scotia St, Wiluna WA 6646
08 9838 3400
Canning-Gunbarrel Discovery Centre
0407 257 255
Get a warm welcome and complimentary hot drink at the CanningGunbarrel Discovery Centre, a true celebration of the area’s remarkable history.
PHONE
T: (08) 9981 8080 E: reception@wiluna.wa.gov.au tjukurbagallery.com.au
1300 662 205
Tjukurba Art Gallery
1300 599 9011
T: (08) 9981 8009
1800 4XPLORE
Authentic Aboriginal artworks by Martu artists available for purchase.
PHONE 08 6270 6060 0429 106 960
Accommodation for campers, caravans, motorbikes and clubs: 6 rooms available - 3 with ensuite, 3 without. Bookings essential. Oasis Roadhouse - dine in or takeaway, alcohol not available. Fuel, ice, grocery items, free Wi-Fi, BBQ and laundry facilities. Birdwatching, lawn bowls, stargazing, annual events (email for details).
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Experience the real taste of Esperance.
There’s so much to see and do and it’s gentle on your pocket!
0432 237 744
Carnarvon Mullewa Rd, Murchison WA E: oasis@murchison.wa.gov.au Ph: 9961 3875 www.murchison.wa.gov.au
0455 031 797 0438 935 996 08 9071 5111 1800 951 251 0427 981 187 08 9093 2116 0499 113 193 08 9168 1101
RESTAURANT & FARM SHOP
The Great Beyond Visitor Centre: • Explorers’ Hall of Fame • Maps, Guidebooks, History books • Barista Coffee, Souvenirs and Gifts
PERENJORI CARAVAN PARK THE BEST CARAVAN PARK IN THE HEART OF WILDFLOWER COUNTRY
Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 4.30pm Sat - Sun 9am - 1pm Augusta St, Laverton WA 6440 T: (08) 9031 1361 www.laverton.wa.gov.au
SHADY POWERED CARAVAN SITES, UNPOWERED SITES, SELF-CONTAINED UNITS & CHALETS Our charming, outback caravan park is situated amongst the York Gums, offering an abundance of space, spectacular sunsets, and country charm. Close to town, golf course, and Astro Tourism viewing platform where you can see and learn about our magnificent outback skies.
08 9192 6039 08 9021 2211
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63 Bandy Creek Road, Ph: 0429 777 714
RESTAURANT & FARM SHOP
0477 771 548 0429 385 642
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Olive tastings • Breakfast • Coffee & cake • Lunch
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1800 951 251
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1800 816 858 08 9331 3933 0484 327 580 0477 126 983
Open 9am-3pm Sat, Sun & Mon
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TOURS Black BlackJack Jack Charters Charters
Fish or dive in the unspoilt Recherche Archipelago off the Esperance coast.
Quality Inn Railway Motel Kalgoorlie
Well appointed, affordable air conditioned motel rooms with locally renowned on-site restaurant “Katherine Station” plus cocktail bar, room service and outdoor swimming pool with BBQ facilities.
Blackjack Charters
Fish or dive in the unspoilt Recherche 0429 106 960 Archipelago off the Esperance coast. Have a great day out blackjackcharters.com.au on or under the water with your mates or family. Please see our website for more details.
Opposite the train station 5 minute walk to Hannan Street Motel rooms & Self-contained apartments Fully licensed Carriages Restaurant
560 Hannan Street, Kalgoorlie | T: (08) 9021 2888 E: kalgoorlie@hospitalityinns.com.au W: www.hospitalityinnkalgoorlie.com.au
Our aim is your complete enjoyment. Our well-appointed motel rooms have all the comforts you would need away from home.
For bookings or more information Dabungool explores the Aboriginal history of Skipper Tel: 0429 106 960 Kepa Kurl (Esperance) Blackjackon Western Australia’s Web: www.blackjackcharters.com.au south coast. Owner, Annie Dabb first started Charters sharing her Nyungah culture in 2020, leading walks on country around the ancestral lands of her grandfather, Dabungool, after whom she has named the business.
51 Forrest St, Kalgoorlie Ph: 08 9088 0000
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Quality Inn Railway Motel
0418 938 350 1300 858 891 08 9071 1533 08 9881 1188 08 9071 9000 08 9071 6677 08 9373 7100 0427 224 287 08 9071 1861 08 9072 0044
U15 & W23
P23
Kalgoorlie Hotel
R16
Merredin Tourist Park
08 9943 0527
Duration: 2 to 4 days Distance: 650km One way Perth to Kalgoorlie Road Conditions: Sealed roads with short stretches of maintained unsealed road to attractions. C.Y. O’Connor’s water pipeline was constructed over 100 years ago. See the 1968 earthquake memorial sites at Meckering and Cunderdin’s No.3 Pump Station Museum. Near Tammin visit Charles Gardner Nature Reserve and Hunt’s Well. See the view from Kellerberrin Hill lookout. South of Merredin visit Totadgin Conservation Park and another of Hunt’s Wells, and Merredin Peak and Railway Dam. Two museums at Merredin showcase military and railway history. The site of the No.1 Rabbit Proof Fence is 5km east of Burracoppin. Visit Westonia and the Hood-Penn Museum. See Southern Cross’s Yilgarn History Museum and 50km east Karalee Rock and Dam. The Great Western Woodlands follows the Great Eastern Highway to Coolgardie and Kalgoorlie. For more information visit wheatbelttourism.com | weroc.com.au | goldenpipeline.com.au
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Wooleen Station, Murchison WA Ph: +61 8 9963 7973 E: info@wooleen.com.au
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U15
Chuckem Farmstay
W23
Esperance Island View Apartments Heyscape Tiny Cabins
KARIJINI NP
Karijini Eco Retreat
B13
Mt Augustus Outback Tourist Park
Have a great day out on or under the water with your mates or family.
HOSPITALITY KALGOORLIE
ACCOMMODATION Clean, comfortable and affordable accommodation in Esperance conveniently located in the centre of town. Bayview Motel is just a 10 minute walk from the local restaurants, shops and cinemas AND just a 2 minute walk from Australia’s most beautiful beaches.
31 DEMPSTER STREET, ESPERANCE WA 6450 (08) 9071 1533
Our commitment to you, our guest, is paramount for each and every one of us here.
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Beverley Caravan Park
• Caravan Park • Hotels, Motel, Tavern & Cafe • Yilgarn History Museum • Aquatic Facility - free entry • Dog Park • Wimmera Hill Lookout • Constellation Park Playground & Skate Park • Rotary Park • Historic Townsite Trail self guided
Unique outback glamping in the heart of the spectacular Karijini National Park Karijini Eco Retreat is one of Australia’s leading eco-tourism attractions, situated in WA’s second largest national park. Nestled at the edge of Joffre Gorge, stay in luxury or deluxe eco tents, eco cabins or campsites, and dine at the outback style restaurant. Spend your days fuelled by adventure, exploring breathtaking gorges, swimming under waterfalls, marvelling at colourful wildflowers, admiring starry night skies and indulging in delicious food and wine.
www.beverleycaravanpark.com 22 Council Road, Beverley (08) 9646 1200
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Menzies Caravan Park
• Conveniently located adjacent to the Visitor Centre • Self-contained modern cabins • Caravan and camping sites • Dedicated disabled amenity with wheelchair access. • Camp kitchen & Dump point • Dogs on leads welcome. For after hours bookings, please either book online or call the after hours mobile: 0473 633 149
RAC Parks & Resorts
9037 7016
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