Wiluna
Thought to be named after a native bird cry, or perhaps derived from a native word meaning 'place of wind', Wiluna was 'located' in 1892 by surveyor Lawrence Wells. Gold was discovered in the area in 1896 leading to a rush to the area and affectively establishing the town of Wiluna.
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Canning Stock Route – CLOSED UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE
Canning Stock Route, Wiluna
Western AustraliaThe Canning Stock Route, known as one of the harshest and most isolated tracks in the world, is also one […]
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Canning-Gunbarrel Discovery Centre and Visitors Centre
Wiluna
Shire of WilunaThe Discovery Centre provides images, history and interpretive displays about the people of Wiluna, the Canning Stock Route and Gunbarrel […]
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Gunbarrel Highway
Gunbarrel Highway, Gibson Desert South
Western AustraliaThe Gunbarrel Highway is a tough desert track that runs from Carnegie Station in Western Australia to Victory Downs in […]
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Gunbarrel Laager Travellers Rest
Wiluna
Western AustraliaYou’ll feel right at home at the Gunbarrel Laager Travellers Rest. Located approximately 15 km from Wiluna, is a little piece […]
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Last of the Nomads Statues
48 Forrest Street, Wiluna
Western AustraliaAs you enter the town from the south you will notice a large statue. It pays tribute to the ‘Last […]
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North Pool
Wiluna
Western AustraliaAlong the Negrara Creek there is a permanent water hole known as North Pool. It is a great camping spot […]
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Red Hill Lookout
Wiluna
Western AustraliaThe perfect place for sunrise and sunset photos. A rocky rise 1.2 km south of the town allows the visitor […]
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Shire of Wiluna Office
72 Wotton Street, Wiluna
Western AustraliaThe town’s name is derived from the local Aboriginal word for ‘windy place,’ and it is home to the traditional […]
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Tjukurba Gallery and Visitors Centre
28 Scotia Street, Wiluna
Western AustraliaArtists draw inspiration from the stunning landscapes of the region stretching along the Canning Stock Route and Gunbarrel Highway, as well […]
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Last of the Nomads Statues
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Wiluna Heritage Walking Trail
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Canning Stock Route
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