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The Wheatbelt

Shire of Dumbleyung

Lake Dumbleyung

Bluebird Replica - by Christine Bairstow

Kukerin Community Hub

Region at a glance

Kukerin A short drive away, Kukerin offers direct farm experiences. Tour Cambinata Yabbies, meet the flock at Emu Essence Farm, and enjoy family fun on the Kukerin Bouncing Pillow with a relaxing BBQ lunch. Stock up on essentials at the Kukerin General Store, then stay overnight at Mary’s Farm Cottages, Candlelight Farm Experiences, or the Kukerin Community Hub and round out your visit with a hearty pub meal and a cold drink in their new beer garden.

267km South-East of Perth The Bluebird Precinct Discover the remarkable story of Donald Campbell, who made history on 31 December 1964 by breaking both land and water speed records in the same year — a feat still unmatched. The Bluebird Precinct celebrates this achievement with the Bluebird Interpretive Centre and Café at the Community Resource Centre, a life-size Bluebird K7 replica, the Donald Campbell statue, and the Historical Display in the old railway building. Watch a video of Campbell’s record-breaking run on Lake Dumbleyung and explore Historical Locality Signs sharing Dumbleyung’s past. Relax and enjoy true country hospitality at the Grande Olde Dumbleyung Inn, offering hearty meals, cold drinks, and classic charm in the heart of town.

Lake Dumbleyung Just minutes away lies Lake Dumbleyung, the largest open lake in WA’s southwest, stretching 13km long and 6.5km wide. Take in panoramic views from Pussy Cat Hill Lookout, where each year on 31 December a sunbeam shines through a granite memorial, aligning perfectly with the Bluebird plaque below. Depending on water levels, enjoy paddling, boating, or a relaxing picnic by the water. Local Finds & Culture Browse the Dumbleyung Mini Mall for homewares, clothing, art, and eco products. Experience local culture at the Wuddi Cultural Experience and discover homemade goods made from native plants, including Quandong coffee. Stop by John Lee Photography, get a trim at Sniptrix, and stock up at the Dumbleyung General Store.

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Dumbleyung Community Resource Centre 28 Absolon St, Dumbleyung WA 6350 T: 0459 932 616 E: admin@dumbleyungcrc.com W: dumbleyungcrc.com

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