The tough pioneering years of Western Australia's goldrush era have produced a strong, warm and colourful people, whose character is epitomised by Kalgoorlie - the hub of Western Australia's 'wild west'.
There's Nowhere Like "Kal"
Set among majestic architecture, Kalgoorlie's buzzing community maintains outback lifestyle with pride and energy.
In Kalgoorlie you can see the world's biggest working open cut mine, enjoy a beer on the verandah of an historic pub and take a look at the original corrugated iron shack where fistfuls of dollars changed hands at the toss of two pennies during the gambling game of 'two-up'.
The historic buildings and hotels, the 100 year old Racing Round, the wide, wide streets that catered for camel trains, the museums and shop frontages all give a glimpse of its unique past.
Country Comfort Amid Dramatic Scenery
Mining heritage leads into adventure when you take the time to pan for gold, tour the ghost towns or head out bush to sleep in a swag under the stars.
Rural towns and cattle stations offer country hospitality with a taste of outback life. There are many places where lifelong friendships are forged over a beer in a local pub.
From July to September the rugged goldfields puts on an unrivalled display of wildflowers. And all year round the salt lakes, granite formations and Aboriginal rock art add to the drama.
Aboriginal Culture and Outback Adventure
Four wheel drive camping tours can combine Aboriginal experiences with outback adventure. Learn to forage for bushtucker, listen to dreamtime stories around the campfire and reach a deeper understanding of Australia's indigenous culture.
The true outback experience starts at Laverton and the Great Central Road, which stretches over the rich red landscape all the way to Uluru (Ayers Rock) in the Northern Territory. Or begin at the gold town of Norseman and take the Eyre Highway across the sweeping Nullarbor Plain to the Great Australian Bight coastline - one of Australia's greatest drives.
Experiencing the vastness of these landscapes will teach you more about Australia's immensity than any school geography lesson.
Kalgoorlie Gold Rush
6 Days The spirit of the gold rush pioneers lives on in Kalgoorlie. Be prepared to camp under the stars and tell a tale or two. View More