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rugged coastlines, the famous Nullarbor Plain, spectacular granite outcrops and vast sparkling salt lakes. Norseman also sits in the heart of the ecologically significant Great Western Woodlands, the world’s largest, untouched temperate woodlands. The Ngadju and Mirning people are the traditional owners of the land. Aboriginal cultural heritage draws visitors to the region to learn about and experience local Ngadju and Mirning culture through tours, arts and sharing of knowledge and heritage. Gold was Norseman’s original claim to fame when prospector Laurie Sinclair and his horse Norseman passed through only 20km north of the original Dundas townsite. When his horse went lame, Sinclair discovered that the piece of rock lodged in Norseman’s hoof was gold-bearing. Excited by his lucky find, he continued prospecting, resulting in a major find that sparked a gold rush and established a town named after his trusty horse. Gold has been mined ever since.

Shire of DUNDAS

THE NULLARBOR PLAIN is somewhat of a rite of passage for Australians. One of the country’s most epic road trips, it extends from the town of Norseman through to the Eyre Peninsular in South Australia. 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. This is a harsh and unique landscape, home to various

wildlife, including wombats, wedge tailed eagles, and whales. Crossing the plain is one of the world’s great road adventures with plenty to see. PLACES TO VISIT

NORSEMAN 726km east of Perth

Located in the southeast of WA, the town of Norseman is the gateway to Western Australia. The Shire of Dundas has a diverse landscape, home to remote and

Norseman Woodlands Cultural, Community and Visitor Centre

• • • • • • • • • • • • 78 Prinsep Street, Norseman WA 6443 T: (08) 9039 0040 E: tourism@dundas.wa.gov.au www.dundas.wa.gov.au Whether seeking information, enjoying the interpretive displays, watching the murals come to life with AR technology, or shopping for a souvenir to show off after your travels, the Woodlands Centre has everything you need. The Woodlands Centre is a must-see with friendly staff ready to welcome you to Norseman.

Gateway Caravan Park

Our main highway midway between Kalgoorlie & Esperance. Explore the real outback with its surreal landscape & captivating history. Range of accommodation options.

Tel: (08) 9038 1500 / 0438 188 118 Email: gateway@acclaimparks.com.au Lot 1175 Prinsep Street, Norseman, WA 6443

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Caiguna Blowhole

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