259 kilometres east of Perth
ACCOMMODATION in Merredin
Places to eat and picnic areas
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Merredin is the largest regional centre in the eastern Wheatbelt, around three hours drive east of Perth and west of Kalgoorlie on the Great Eastern Highway. An alternative route is via Toodyay and Goomalling along the Pioneers’ Pathway or via York, Quairading and Bruce Rock. Two hours to the south is Wave Rock at Hyden.
The Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail also includes Merredin and is a scenic and historic route based on attractions adjacent the Great Eastern Highway.
A thriving business centre Merredin has all the major services of a commercial centre with banks, ATM’s, a chemist, hospital and doctors and a variety of shopping experiences. With picnic areas and parks with walking trails, a wide range of accommodation and cafes, Merredin is an ideal base for those exploring the sights of the Wheatbelt.
Merredin is serviced daily by the Transwa Prospector and the Merredin Link passenger train runs three times a week..
Attractions include Merredin Peak and Tamma Parkland where you can enjoy bush and rock walks. The Cummins Theatre, historic buildings, the longest grain storage facilities in the Southern Hemisphere, and the remains of many military installations from the town’s role as a line of defence during World War II are other attractions. Wildflowers and granite rocks sites add to the attractions of the area.
Enjoy historic and bush walking trails, shopping and visiting the Railway and Military Museums.
Tours around the Merredin Townsite are a great way to see how Merredin works and depart late afternoon most of the year. Wildflower Tours are also available in season.
Accommodation includes hotel, motel, bed and breakfast and a caravan park with van sites and chalets.
Further information on Merredin and be obtained on www.merredin.wa.gov.au