Benson Road, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The foundations of a once active hospital are all that remain at the Merredin Army Hospital Site. Wander over the concrete base and imagine the scene with army medics racing around to help injured soldiers during World War II. The hospital was situated in Gaza Ridge near Tobruck and was relocated here in 1942.
Read about the hospital's history and the significant role it played in the war, and ...
Gamenya Avenue, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Co-operative Bulk Handling Wheat Storage and Transfer Depot is the largest inland port in Western Australia. The sheer enormity of the depot is an impressive sight to see and is well worth capturing on camera. Learn about the significant impact the depot has had on the economic development of Merredin with a visit to the Merredin Visitor Centre.
The depot has been in operation since 1966 wi ...
Corner of Barrack and King Streets, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Council Office Mosaic in Merredin is a beautiful mosaic artwork which was designed by local artist Ann Sutherland. The design was selected to represent the Wheatbelt as part of the prominent water feature which is displayed adjacent to the Bell Tower in the centre of Perth.
The Council Office Mosaic sits strikingly amidst a rock garden outside of the council offices in the town of Merredin. ...
Barrack Street, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
Within the centre of the charming town of Merredin you will find the Hitching Rail, Commemorative Telegraph Pole and Horse Watering Trough. Relax under the shade of the large native trees within the park and read the informative plaques to learn the history, and get a greater appreciation of these three fascinating attractions.
Horses used to be tied to the 1920s Hitching Rail and would drink f ...
Benson Road, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Merredin Army Hospital Site lies east of Railway Dam. It was the site of the Australian General Army Hospital which was relocated from Gaza Ridge near Tobruk in 1942.
Foundations of the buildings and intensive interpretation can be viewed at the site. Visit the display of the hospital at the Railway Museum. ...
Benson Street, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Merredin Peak Trail provides an uninterrupted view across the town of Merredin and the surrounding rural area. As the highest peak in the area it offers spectacular panoramic views as far as the eye can see.
Choose between two walk trails, depending on your level of fitness and stop to read the informative plaques indicating various points of interest along the trail. The moderate slope wil ...
Benson Road, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Merredin Railway Dam offers a lovely walk and some spectacular views along with the chance to take a look at this impressive engineering feat accomplished in the late 1800s.
Water was successfully harvested from the rocky pinnacle of Merredin Peak to fuel the steam trains that travelled from Kalgoorlie to Perth. It is still used today to water parks and gardens throughout Merredin.
Take ...
Great Eastern Highway, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Merredin Railway Museum pays tribute to the days of steam with a well restored recreation of the old station. You can pretend to drive a steam train and climb the signal tower for an interesting outlook. It is a real highlight for railway enthusiasts.
Appreciate the architecture of the Railway Museum buildings dating back to 1913, with much of the original railway memorabilia still in place. ...
Great Eastern Highway, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Merredin Railway Water Tower is a 15 metre high tower that guides visitors into the rural town of Merredin. Located in Pioneer Park, the 1893 tower held the water that was used to operate steam locomotives for more than 60 years.
Visit the Military museum next to the tower to see Western Australia's largest collection of military vehicles and equipment.
Head back into the town centre to ...
Mitchell Street, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The charming Merredin Town Hall was built in 1925 as a memorial to the soldiers that lost their lives in World War I. Take a walk around this aesthetically pleasing building which photographs beautifully from every angle. Examine the clock tower which contains a small replica of the clock face of Big Ben at Westminster in London.
Explore the towns other historic buildings of significance, inclu ...
Barrack Street East, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
The Military Museum in the town of Merredin houses Western Australia's largest collection of restored military vehicles and equipment. Stroll around the museum to examine the vehicles that were used by the Australian Armed Forces during the two World Wars, as well as the Korean and Vietnam wars. Several vehicles are still in working order and have been proudly restored to their original state.
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Bruce Rock Road, Merredin, Western Australia 6415, Australia
Totadgin Dam Reserve offers a picturesque setting for a picnic and provides an ideal location to discover much of the native flora and fauna inhabiting the area. Take a gentle stroll along the bottom of the Totadgin Rock, which is a granite outcrop with a similar wave formation to the more famous Wave Rock in Hyden. Discover the plethora of native birds that live in the reserve, including the Whit ...
