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Greater GeraldtonThe city of Geraldton is a four and a half hour drive north of Perth and is the heart of Australia’s Coral Coast.

Geraldton boasts a vibrant city centre yet retains the laidback feel of the country. And the best part? It is sprawled alongside the dazzling waters of the Indian Ocean.The result is a mix of city, coast and country – a place where you can breathe in the scent of bush wildflowers during spring, or smell the fresh salty air of the ocean on the coast; you can dine in a waterfront city restaurant, or stroll barefoot on the beach. The heart of this regional hub is sprawled along the foreshore adorned with grassy parklands, playgrounds,

public art, and foot and cycle paths. This is the ideal place to wile away an afternoon with a picnic by the ocean, or swim, cycle, jog and walk soaking up the area’s warm Mediterranean climate.Embracing the foreshore is the Geraldton city centre. Few cities in the world boast such close proximity to the ocean. This vibrant hub is abuzz with activity as shoppers cruise the partial mall and people fill bars, cafes and restaurants. Colourful art flags flap in the sea breeze and palms add a tropical feel to this seaside city centre.But it is not just the city centre that impresses visitors. Be sure to visit some of the coastline where activities such as swimming, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving and snorkelling are popular.

For more information on Greater Geraldton, please visit the Geraldton Visitor Centre at the Bill Sewell Complex. Alternatively, visit www.geraldtonvisitorcentre.com.au.

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HeritageAlthough most archaeological evidence suggests Aboriginal settlement of the Geraldton region extends back at least 40,000 years, it was probably not until the 17th century that Europeans took an interest in this area.

In 1629, two Dutchmen were marooned on the coast by Francisco Pelsaert for their part in the Batavia Mutiny. Despite the events surrounding the wrecks of the Batavia (1629) and Zuytdorp (1712) including some of the most treacherous and blood-thirsty episodes in the annals of maritime history, the Dutch had no major impact on the region’s development.Later, French voyagers also passed by the coast; however, the first official visit to the area was made by a British Captain, Phillip Parker King, in 1822. In 1839, Lieutenant Grey and a party of 12 men were shipwrecked in Gantheaume Bay, forcing them to return to Perth on foot.The following year HMS Beagle chartered Champion Bay and, in 1849, John Septimus Roe surveyed the town site. The town was named after the Governor of the colony, Sir Charles Fitzgerald.The Geraldine Lead Mine was also named in his honour. It was the need to establish facilities for the export of lead from the Geraldine Lead Mine that resulted in a port being built at Champion Bay and, in 1860, a jetty was constructed to improve port facilities.In 1879 a railway was constructed linking the mineral mines at Northampton and agricultural produce from the Greenough Flats with the Port of Geraldton. Following the discovery of gold on the Murchison another jetty was built, new businesses opened, industry commenced and Geraldton prospered. In 1894, Geraldton was finally linked to Perth by rail from Walkaway to Midland, via the Midland Railway Line. By the 1930s the port had been modernised and bulk handling facilities constructed to handle increased grain shipments.

HMAS SYDNEY II MEMORIALLocated on Mount Scott in Geraldton, this memorial commemorates the men on board the HMAS Sydney II when it sank off Shark Coast while engaging the German raider Kormoran.This amazing structure, the final 5th element of which was completed in 2011, is well worth a visit. The Geraldton Voluntary Tour Guides Association runs daily tours commencing at 10.30am.

ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHEDRALLocated on Maitland Street and built in stages from commencement in 1916, this cathedral of Byzantine

style architecture was one of the masterpieces of Monsignor John Hawes who, before joining the priesthood, was an architect in England.

THE LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER’S COTTAGEThis beautiful cottage was built in 1876 for the Geraldton lighthouse keeper and his family. The cottage is open to the public Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 3.30pm. Entry fees apply. The Historical Society holds a market on the grounds every fifth Sunday of the month.

OLD VICTORIA HOSPITAL From 1887 to 1966, these buildings were part of the Victoria District Hospital, and were then used as a regional prison until 1984. After major restoration the complex was reopened in 1988 and is now managed by the National Trust. Guided tours are available Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm.

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM – GERALDTONIndigenous and European history are on display at the magnificent Western Australian Museum in Geraldton. A range of exciting and temporary exhibitions are on throughout the year and the museum shop stocks an excellent range of books, gifts and souvenirs. Entry is by donation.

GERALDTON REGIONAL LIBRARYThe Geraldton Regional Library located on Marine Terrace is about more than just books. Whilst it provides an extensive range of fiction and non fiction books, it also provides a number of associated services. These include:• Free access to the Internet and WiFi • Free access to various online databases• Storytime for toddlers & Teenage Corner• Meeting rooms for hire

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1. Watch the sun rise or set from the stunning HMAS Sydney II Memorial.

2. Visit the newly completed Esplanade, which offers fantastic views of the city with landscaped walk ways and a viewing platform.

3. Light a candle at the St Francis Xavier Cathedral while taking in the guided tour.

4. Learn the full story of heroism and mutiny of the Batavia tragedy at the WA Museum.

5. Take a drive to the historical Greenough area to find out how the pioneers lived.

6. Discover our own barrier reef with a f ly-over or a day trip to the Abrolhos Islands.

7. Go back in time at the Bluff Point Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage.

8. Browse our 3 local art galleries and reap bargains at the weekend markets.

9. Get spooked at Oakabella, the most haunted Homestead of the West.

10. Take a day or night dive on the South Tomi wreck.

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A R T S

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Geraldton boasts the largest art gallery in the Midwest among other cultural delights.

GERALDTON REGIONAL ART GALLERYThe Geraldton Regional Art Gallery serves as the largest dedicated art gallery in the Midwest and attracts international, national and local exhibitions. Located at 24 Chapman Road, local and emerging artists are actively encouraged and supported in their use of the project gallery space to show works or installations. Admission to the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery is free; however, donations are always welcome. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm, public holidays from 1pm to 4pm and closed Sundays.

QUEENS PARK THEATREQueens Park Theatre is one of the Midwest’s premier entertainment and conference venues. Located at the corner of Cathedral Avenue and Maitland Street, it’s the place to get your fix for theatre and entertainment. For more information on Queens Park Theatre, please visit www.queensparktheatre.com.au.

OLD GAOL MUSEUM & CRAFT CENTREFor a historical insight into Geraldton’s former gaol and an overview of the incredibly diverse range of local artstic talent, don’t miss the Old Geraldton Gaol and Craft Centre. Opening hours for the gaol are Monday to Saturday from 10am to 3pm.

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Diving Diving around Geraldton and the Abrolhos Islands will bring you face to face with an amazing array of marine life.

The Abrolhos Islands, an archipelago of 122 low-lying coral isles, is renowned for its stunning marine landscapes and sea life. Lying seventy kilometres from Geraldton, the region boasts a plethora of dive sites, beautiful coral reefs, a myriad of fish species and friendly sea lions, among other fascinating sea creatures. Be sure to dive the Batavia, famous for its bloody maritime history. Spoil yourself with a tour to these beautiful islands to experience all that these waters have to offer.Another popular dive site closer to Geraldton is the the South Tomi wreck. Located just seven kilometres off the Geraldton coast, the South Tomi was sunken a decade ago and provides divers with a premier artificial dive site.Batavia Coast Dive & Watersports is a PADI 5 star dive centre, which boasts local experts in oceanic dive adventures. The centre provides dive training for anyone from beginners to juniors through to seasoned divers who want to refresh their skills and knowledge of diving. To experience life on the water, hire one of the centre’s new kayaks. For more information on Batavia Coast Dive & Watersports, please call 9921 4229. Alternatively, please vist www.bcda.com.au.

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Abrolhos IslandsThis archipelago of 122 low-lying coral isles about 70kms from Geraldton is renowned for its unique marine environment, seabird colonies, seasonal rock lobster industry and rich, yet gruesome, maritime history.

The sea life here is world-class, with sensational live coral reefs, first-class diving grounds, an abundance of fish life, friendly sea lions, pods of dolphins and migratory humpback whales. Nature lovers also find the islands interesting as they support one of Australia’s most important areas for seabirds. Prolific fish life also attracts recreational fishers who reel in delicacies like baldchin groper, dhufish and coral trout. But the Abrolhos is perhaps most famed for its role in the Batavia tragedy. In 1629, the Dutch East Indies sailing ship, the Batavia, ran aground on one of the Abrolhos’s treacherous reefs. Most of her passengers scrambled ashore the virtually waterless rocky isles and survived the wreckage; however, a small group of mutineers embarked on a bloody slaughter that saw 125 men, women and children slain on the desolate isles. Take a scenic flight and land on one of the islands, or set out on a dive, fishing or eco boat charter.

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GREENOUGH/WALKAWAY HERITAGE TRAIL

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GreenoughRenowned for its leaning trees, Greenough boasts much more.

LEANING TREES OF GREENOUGHThe characteristic ‘Leaning Trees of Greenough’ are the result of strong winds blown across the Greenough Flats laden with salt from the Indian Ocean. They can be seen along the Brand Highway throughout Greenough.

PIONEER MUSEUM & GARDENSThe museum examines the social life of the Front Greenough Flats from when Aboriginals first inhabited the area until today. Located at 11 Phillips Road, Greenough, for more information please visit www.greenoughmuseum.com.

GREENOUGH RIVERGreenough River is a haven for an amazing range of birds, from the elegant egrets and herons to the majestic ospreys and pelicans. Fisherman frequent both the river and the nearby beach to bring in delights such as bream, tailor and mulloway. One of the best ways of experiencing the Greenough River is walking or cycling the Greenough River Nature Walk Trail. The trail forms a 17 kilometre loop around the river, crossing half way at the Old Ford Crossing.

WALKAWAY RAILWAY STATION MUSEUMLocated in the centre of the Walkaway townsite, the Railway Station is a Federation Free Style building designed by government architect George Temple Poole. The Walkaway Railway Station Museum was opened in 1972 and features an extensive collection of railway artefacts, military relics and local history, and is open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm and weekends 1pm to 4pm.

ELLENDALE POOLLocated on the south side of Ellendale Road and at the end of Ellendale Pool Road, this picturesque natural pool consists of a large expanse of water set against a large cliff face in a natural valley. Recreational facilities including barbecues, seats and tables are available.

THE GREENOUGH AND WALKAWAY HERITAGE TRAILThe Greenough/Walkaway Heritage Trail is a 57 kilometre drive through some of the richest rural land in Western Australia. The trail begins at the Pioneer Museum on Phillips Road off Brand Highway and 19 kilometres south of Geraldton, and ends at Ellendale Pool. It provides a pleasant half day’s outing with facilities for picnicking. As there is much to see in the Central Greenough Historic Settlement and surrounds, the museums and other sites, many trail users may wish to spend longer in this historic area. Following the trail route map, look for signs bearing the Heritage Trails Network symbol.

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MullewaMullewa has paid homage to the beauty that wildflowers bring to the town each year by adopting the stunning pink everlasting as the shire’s emblem.

The annual Mullewa Wildflower Show is being held this year (2014) on Friday 28th to Sunday 31st August. The week is dedicated to a dazzling array of wildflower displays, and concludes with all the fun of the fair at the Mullewa Agricultural Show. A number of scenic drives originate from Mullewa, to take in the area’s natural beauty, outer lying towns and unique historical and geographical features. The Hawes Heritage Trail is a journey of inspiration and surprise, revealing some of the finest architecture in the state. Monsignor John Hawes legacy is a trail of beautiful churches, from the splendid cathedral in Geraldton to tiny country chapels. Every structure is different, designed in harmony with the land and consisting mostly of rough textured local stone.Many other churches, convents and school buildings were designed by John Hawes such as St Mary’s Convent, St Hyacinth Chapel in Yalgoo, St Andrew’s Church in Carnamah and St Joseph’s Church in Perenjori. For more information on Mullewa, please contact the Mullewa Resource Centre at [email protected].

Chapman ValleyChapman Valley, just 20 minutes from Geraldton, is known for its fecund and picturesque landscape.

Chapman Valley offers a range of unique attractions. The Lavender Valley Farm boasts a range of natural products made from lavender. It also has a cafe on the premises so that visitors can sit back and relax. For more information, please call Liz on 9920 5469 or visit lavendervalleyfarm.com.au.Chapman Valley is ripe for viewing wildflowers in bloom from late August or early September. Some of the best places to view wildflowers include opposite the Bella Vista turn off along Nanson Howatharra Road and along Nabawa Yetna Road, Nolba Road and in the Wandana Reserve. For birdwatching enthusiasts, the region is rich in birdlife with over 200 different species of birds inhabiting the area. Ospreys, the black carnaby cockatoo, mountain ducks, and much more can be discovered here.If you like to fish, Chapman Valley Fishing Park offers recreational fishing. For more information, please call 0400 618 484.

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Essential

ServicesPOLICE Geraldton Police Station 9923 4555

HOSPITALS Geraldton Regional Hospital 9956 2222 Shenton Street Geraldton

St John of God Hospital 9965 8888 12 Hermitage Street Geraldton

MEDICAL CENTRE Geraldton Medical Group 9920 8111 233 Lester Avenue

DENTAL SURGERY Fitzgerald Dental 9921 4795

PHARMACY Fountains Chemmart Pharmacy 9921 1755 113 Marine Terrace Geraldton

VOLUNTEER SEA RESCUE 9964 3543

MarketsTRASH & TREASURE (GERALDTON LIONS CLUB)Bill Sewell Complex, Chapman Road 2nd Sunday of the month, from 10.30am

MARKETS ON THE MALLMarine Terrace Mall, Geraldton 1st & 4th Sundays of the month, 8am to 1pm

GREENOUGH MARKETCentral Settlement car park 3rd Sunday of the month

LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER’S COTTAGE MARKET(Geraldton Historical Society) Lighthouse Keepers Cottage, Bluff Point 5th Sunday of the month

WALKAWAY STATION MUSEUM MARKETWalkaway Railway Station Museum 1st Sunday of the month (Not open Jan & Feb)

GG FARMERS MARKETMaitland Park on Cathedral Avenue Every Saturday, 8am to noon

GERALDTON RAILWAY MARKETOld Railway Station on Chapman Road Every Sunday, 8am to noon

C A L E N DA Rof Events

JULY• NAIDOC week

AUGUST• Mullewa Polocrosse Carnival

• Mullewa Wildflower Show

• Mullewa & Districts Agricultural Society Show

SEPTEMBER• Chapman Valley Agricultural Society Show

• Northampton & District Agriculture Show

• Big Sky Readers & Writers Festival

• Mingenew Lions Midwest Expo

OCTOBER• Geraldton-Greenough Sunshine Festival

• Northampton’s airing of the quilts

• Geraldton-Greenough Relay for Life at Eadon-Clarke Oval

NOVEMBER• Melbourne Cup Race Day at Geraldton Turf Club

• Larry Lobster Festival - Dongara

• 73nd Anniversary Memorial Service for HMAS Sydney II

• Variety Santa Fun Run

• Northampton Dirt Drags

DECEMBER• Mullewa Community Street Festival

• Thank a Volunteer Day

• Carols by Candlelight at Maitland Park

• Festive Race Day at Geraldton Turf Club

JANUARY 2015• Wind on Water Festival (Australia Day)

FEBRUARY 2015• National Apology Day

APRIL 2015• Geraldton Cup at Utakarra Race Course

• Redhill Concert

• Mullewa Golden Bowls

• ANZAC Day celebrations

For more information on events, please visit www.geraldtonvisitorcentre.com.au.

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Our extensive range of products and services is second to none. From ELECTRICAL TO BEDDING, GUEST AMENITIES TO LUGGAGE RACKS, KEY TAGS AND MORE, you will find what you need at John Batman Group.

With our entire selection online, we offer what no other company in the South Pacific can...everything for your motel rooms in the one place, with all the information you need to make an informed choice for your purchase. Unlike so many others, we are open and honest about our pricing. No hidden fees, extras or delivery costs.

Browse and shop at your leisure, add products to your own wish list, sign up for industry newsletters or simply look around at what’s new in accommodation supplies and trends.

And, if you can’t find what you’re looking for or prefer the sound of a voice to the click of a button, our customer service team are only a phone call away for comprehensive, honest and valued advice that isn’t all about just making the sale.

When you buy from John Batman Group, you are buying quality backed up by the highest level of customer service.

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Advertising SalesAnnika Turpie

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Design Assistance Teresa Prowse Leeanne Lisle

Studio EditorKarla Dondio

Operations ManagerEleanor White

Sales & Customer Service ManagerGoran Galic

Accounts & AdministrationRebecca Zalavary

DistributionMichael McDonaldDeborah Harris