Type: About Collie, History
Collie was named after Dr Alexander Collie RN, a ship’s surgeon aboard the HMS Sulphur, who explored the region and in 1829 discovered the river from which Collie took its …
About Collie
Coal
It is widely believed that coal was discovered in Collie by a stockman, George Marsh. Marsh was shepherding for Mr Arthur Perren who had a pastoral lease on the Collie …
Railways
In the early years Western Australia relied heavily on railways in developing the inland regions. Essential to the railways were coal for the fuel for steam engines, and water – …
Timber
Collie with its large jarrah forests provided hundreds of thousands of wooden railway sleepers essential in building the rail network over which the railway tracks were laid. Timber mills were …
Bill Weir Rolling Stock Shed
The Bill Weir Rolling Stock Shed, located next to the Goods Shed, houses many wagons that are being restored by some very enthusiastic volunteers from the Collie Heritage Group. The …
Bibbulmun Track
This world famous walking track, stretching 1000km from Kalamunda to Albany meanders through the scenic Shire of Collie. The track is a dedicated walking track and campsites and huts can …
Mount Lennard Mountain Bike Trails
Mt Lennard, located south west of Wellington National Park off Pile Road, has over 40km of mountain bike trails for riders of all levels. The trails weave through the mature …
Potter’s Gorge
Type: Bush camping, Bush caravanning, Caravan and camping, Experiences, Swimming, Water attractions, Waterskiing, Wellington National Park, Where to stay
Situated on the shores of Wellington Dam, in a shady forest setting, is Potters Gorge with good views across the back waters of the Dam. The campground has been upgraded …
Honeymoon Pool
Type: Bush camping, Caravan and camping, Experiences, Swimming, Water attractions, Wellington National Park, Where to stay
HONEYMOON POOL in the Wellington National Park is one of the best known swimming and camping spots in WA, having repeatedly been voted amongst Australia’s finest. Situated a couple of hours …
Gelcoat
Type: Bush camping, Caravan and camping, Experiences, Water attractions, Wellington National Park, Where to stay
Along the creek from Stones Brook is the Gelcoat campsite. This is designed for lightweight camping and has no designated bays. Campers park their vehicles at a central location rather …