238 kilometres north-east of Perth
Just over three hours' drive northeast of Perth is the Wheatbelt town of Koorda. The predominantly farming community dedicates itself to growing wheat, coarse grains and sheep.
Visit the old hospital, now the town museum, for historical displays of farm machinery and hospital equipment.
Cottage crafts are on display at the local centre situated in Railway Street. Koorda is the regional office for Cooperative Bulk Handling's cereal grain transport system for the surrounding area. A tour of the modern complex will give an appreciation of the processes involved in the receiving and handling of the vast quantity of grain grown here.
Accommodation in Koorda.
For more information visit www.koorda.wa.gov.au/.
Annual Events
Early in September, Koorda hosts its annual Agricultural Show, which brings together past and present Koorda residents, along with a large number of visitors. The show features many agricultural events and displays, including the 'corn dollies', the emblem of the shire. Contact the Shire of Koorda for more information on +61 8 9684 1219 or email shire@koorda.wa.gov.au.
Food
Koorda IGA
Ninghan Street
Koorda WA 6475
Phone: +61 8 9684 1322
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday 7.30am to 6pm; Saturday 7.30am to 2pm, Sunday and Public Holidays 8am to12pm.
Koorda Hotel
Railway Street
Koorda WA 6475
Phone: +61 8 9684 1226
Opening Times:
Monday to Sunday: Lunch 12pm to 2pm and Dinner 6pm to 8pm. Country style dine in or bar meals available.
Fuel
Reliance Fuel Depot
Railway Street
Koorda WA 6475
Phone: +61 8 9684 1286
Mobile: +61 427 841 285
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5pm. Closed weekends and public holidays. Reliance fuel card holders after hours service, no LPG available.
Telecentre
Koorda Telecentre
43 Railway Street
PO Box 187
Koorda WA 6475
Phone: +61 8 9684 1081
Fax: +61 8 9684 1081
Email: koordatc@wn.com.au
