Tourism
Bolgart
Claims the first settled farm in the district and features the historic Bolgart Hotel built in 1916 and the Bolgart Bell Tower. The Bolgart Caravan Park has green lawns and shady trees to enjoy. There is a new playground, a tourist info bay south of the town and a lovely mural at the primary school. Sites at the Bolgart Caravan Park are $11 per night or $55 per week. For caravan park bookings please contact Annette Lee on (08) 9627 5220.
Calingiri
Is the administrative centre of the Shire. It is home to the Shire Office, public library, sportsground, cemetery and a tourist information bay on the main street. The Calingiri caravan park is $11 night or $55 per week and bookings can be made through the Shire Office. The Victoria Plains Tourism Association holds an annual Wildflower Walk just south of Calingiri. This is held in August/September and details can be obtained from the Shire office.
Yerecoin
Originally the Monastery bred horses in this area for sale to India. Later owned by the Midland Railway Company. Yerecoin is a thriving little town with a popular Tavern and a good community spirit.
Piawaning
Wildflowers abound in this quaint little town. The huge grain storage facilities have a capacity for about 110,000 tonnes.
Mogumber
Features one of the highest timber and concrete bridges in WA, at 12m above the picturesque Moore River, opened in 1984. The old stone post office and store is also of interest, plus a rare patch and home of the endangered species, the Mogumber Bell.
Gillingarra
Is located in the west of the Shire and features a beautiful seasonal display of wildflowers.
New Norcia
The Benedictine Community of New Norcia is a world renowned tourist destination being the only monastic township in Australia. Tours of the town operate twice daily from the museum. For more information see www.newnorcia.wa.edu.au
Wyening
Wyening mission and winery is located in the south east of the Shire. Now privately owned, the buildings are gradually being restored. The annual Wine and Cheese night is held in September each year and is a lovely evening of wine, cheese and music. The Wyening Mission is open to the public by appointment. For further information contact Leonie Young.