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Shire of WAGIN

WHAT’S ON Wagin Woolorama — 8–9 March 2024 Wagin Gymkhanarama — Sept 28–29 2024 Wagin Christmas Street Carnival — 13 Dec 2024 TOP ATTRACTIONS Bart – the Giant Ram / Wagin Historical Village / Puntapin Rock / Norring Lake / Ninja Park WILDFLOWERS TO DISCOVER Everlastings / Donkey Orchids Green Spider Orchids / Jug Orchids / Cats Paws

Bart the Giant Ram

Wagin Historical Village Museum This is acclaimed as the largest and best social history museum in Western Australia. Some 25 historical or recreated buildings house the history of the region. Norring Lake Norring Lake is a large freshwater lake south-west of the Wagin townsite. A fantastic camping and picnic area ideal for skiing and water sports, this large freshwater lake is located south-west of the Wagin townsite. Wagin Townsite There’s a terrific historical feel about the town, with many older buildings, businesses and homes which are still in use, loved and well maintained. The original Wagin Courthouse has just been re-opened as the town library, moving from the old roads board building; it’s well worth a look inside. Wagin RSL

WAGIN 227km south-east of Perth

WAGIN HISTORICAL VILLAGE & TOURIST INFORMATION Kitchener Street, Wagin T: (08) 9861 1232 W: wagin.wa.gov.au

T he town is the centre of a thriving Merino stud industry and proud home to the Wagin Woolorama, Western Australia’s largest rural show. A 2.5-hour drive from Perth, you will be enthralled with the beautiful rolling Wheatbelt countryside and quaint historical towns along the way. Settled in early 1880s, Wagin is near a series of ancient lakes and is regarded as one of the most heritage-rich rural towns in Western Australia. The streetscapes boast some of the state’s most beautiful early 20th century historical hotels. Their architectural significance adds extra interest as you walk the streets of this friendly town absorbing all the charm of a regional farming community. To acknowledge the prosperity created by the wool industry, meet ‘Bart’ the Giant Ram on the western side of the town. This iconic attraction is found in the pristine wetlands park with playground, picnic and

barbecue facilities. PLACES TO VISIT Giant Ram

No doubt the most photographed ram in Australia and now available on local souvenir currency! Come see ‘Bart’, standing some 9m tall and 13m in length, located in the beautiful wetlands park, right alongside the shire offices as you enter the town.

Wagin Library and Gallery

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