170 kilometres south east of Perth
ACCOMMODATION in Quairading.
Quairading is located in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt. The town derived its name from the Aboriginal word ‘Kwirading’, meaning the home of a small brush kangaroo.
The Quairading District Heritage Trail starts in the townsite of Dangin and helps visitors gain insight into Quairading’s early history. Signs will provide an insight into the history of the town. Then jump in the car and drive through surrounding farmlands retracing early pastoral development and visiting sites of natural and historical significance.
Toapin Weir is an early example of a reticulated water system from a rock catchment being used for farm properties. Completed in 1912, the weir is still in use as a water supply. It is a lovely place for a picnic.
Pink Lake is regarded as the local phenomena. It is located 11 kilometres east of town on the Bruce Rock road and at certain times of the year the left side of the lake is a distinctive pink colour while the right side remains blue. Summer evaporation causes the water level to drop and salt builds up on the old trees and fence posts. When the water returns, the salt causes the pink colour.
Visit the Tourist Information and Natural wood sculpture display at the railway station, Toapin Weir picnic area, Nature reserve three kilometres west of town on York-Quairading road and marked walk trails in the Natural Woodlands.
For more information visit www.quairading.wa.gov.au/.
Food
Cafe Cino and Crafts
1 Heal Street
Quairading WA 6383
Phone: +61 8 9645 0525
Enjoy coffee and cake or a light lunch in a clean fresh atmosphere in the main street near the town clock.
Daryl’s Diner
Lot 6 York Road
Quairading WA 6383
Phone: +61 8 9645 1230
Located at the BP Roadhouse, Daryl’s Diner offers generous servings of country cooking and hospitality. Breakfast, lunch or dinner. 6am to 9pm Monday to Saturday and 6.30am to 9pm on Sundays.
Quairading Hotel
43 Heal Street
Quairading WA 6383
Phone: +61 8 9645 1220
A great range of counter meals are available from the hotel. Fast and friendly service. Open from 12noon until midnight.
Fuel
BP Roadhouse
Lot 6 York Road
Quairading WA 6383
Phone: +61 8 9645 1230
Opening Times: 6am to 9am Monday to Saturday and 6.30am to 9pm on Sundays.
Resource Centre
Quairading Resource Centre
65 Heal Street
Quairading WA 6383
Phone: +61 8 9645 0096
Fax: +61 8 9645 0098
Email: quairtc@wn.com.au