Norseman and the Nullarbor

Norseman is steeped in history, surrounded by magnificent granite formations and nestled amongst unique and beautiful eucalypt woodlands.

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The Shire of Dundas covers over 93,000km² of land extending through to Eucla at the South Australian border. The main townsite of Norseman is the centre of the Great Western Woodlands and located at the junction of Goldfields Highway and Eyre Highway, marking either the last stop heading east or the first stop heading west from the near border town of Eucla. Whether you are travelling to or from the Eastern states, or between the Goldfields and Esperance, take some time to discover the beauty of the Shire of Dundas or enjoy a break in your journey.

Norseman

Nestled at the heart of the Great Western Woodlands, Norseman is either the first or last town you visit on the western end of the Eyre Highway, depending on which way you are travelling. Established in 1894 through the riches of gold mining, Norseman was named after the horse of prospector Laurie Sinclair who was one of the first to find gold in the area. Today gold is still a major source of revenue for Norseman, with tourists able to see a bronze statue of ‘Norseman’ in the centre of town.

The Nullarbor Plain

The Nullarbor extends from the town of Norseman through to the Eyre Peninsular in South Australia. It is a flat, almost treeless area of harsh yet unique earth. There are seven main stops along this route between Norseman and the border with South Australia – Fraser Range, Balladonia, Caiguna, Cocklebiddy, Madura, Mundrabilla, and finally Eucla, just 11km from the South Australian border. Each town provides tourists with a unique experience and a rest stop to refresh and rejuvenate before the next stage of your journey.

Contact Details

Website: Visit Website
Contact: Norseman Visitor Centre
Email: tourism@dundas.wa.gov.au
Address: LOT 1781 Roberts Street, Norseman, Western Australia
Social Media: Facebook

Attractions

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90 Mile Straight

Eyre Highway, Goldfields-Esperance
Western Australia

When travelling in Western Australia you can tick some things off your bucket list without even trying, and the 90 […]

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Sights and Landmarks

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Balladonia – Nullarbor Links (Hole 12)

Eyre Highway, Balladonia
Western Australia

Hole 12: Skylab Par 3 – 175m Skylab was a space research laboratory constructed by the United States National Aerospace Agency […]

Type
Recreation

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Balladonia Roadhouse – more than just a roadhouse

Eyre Highway, Balladonia
Western Australia

For over 100 years Balladonia has been, and still is, a highly successful wool-producing area. Balladonia grows stronger every year […]

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Accommodation
Food and Drink

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Beacon Hill Lookout & Walk Trail

Norseman
Western Australia

With panoramic 360 degree views, Beacon Hill Lookout is the ideal place to see everything at once from a high […]

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Nature and Parks

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Border Village – Nullarbor Links (Hole 6)

Nullarbor
South Australia

Hole 6: Border Kangaroo Par 3 – 160m Situated just 50 metres east of the Western Australian Agricultural checkpoint, Border Village […]

Type
Recreation

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Border Village Roadhouse and Accommodation

Eyre Highway, Nullarbor
South Australia

The point at which Western Australia meets South Australia, the Border Village roadhouse and accommodation sits as its name would […]

Type
Accommodation
Food and Drink

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Bromus Dam

Coolgardie-Esperance Highway, Dundas
Western Australia

This rest area with free camping is located 32km south of Norseman and is an ideal shady area to take […]

Type
Nature and Parks

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Buldania Rocks

Fraser Range
Western Australia

A hidden attraction, Buldania Rocks has some spectacular Gnamma Holes – natural cavities which capture and store water. These were, […]

Type
Indigenous Culture
Nature and Parks

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Caiguna – Nullarbor Links (Hole 11)

Caiguna
Western Australia

Hole 11: 90 Mile Straight Par 4 – 310m Caiguna is said to be derived from an aboriginal word meaning “spear […]

Type
Recreation

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