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An agricultural district of cereal crops, sheep and cattle production, emu breeding and jojoba production. Wagin is a thriving country town. Attractions in and around town include some fine Federation architecture, natural rock formations, and several large lakes providing a wonderful photo opportunity for visitors. Accommodation is available, both hotel, motel and bed & breakfast.

The Wagin Historical Village, winner of the 2002 Heartlands Tourism Award, is open every day from 10am to 4pm is a working example of a pioneer village of 25 original and replica buildings. A schoolhouse, bank, blacksmith, tea rooms, pioneer shearing shed plus lots more. The latest being an original 'outhouse' or 'dunny' saved from destruction and restored.

Things to do

Step back in time at Wagin Historical Village.

  • Visit Puntapin Rock - large rock formation spanning an area of sixty acres, public picnic area.
  • Swim at Lake Norring - 700ha of lake, popular summer venue for water sports with picnic & BBQ area.
  • Climb & explore Mt Latham - a granite rock formation with bushwalks, lookout and spectacular wildflowers.
  • The Giant Ram - large fibreglass statue with real horns presides over the entrance to the town with surrounding parklands.
  • Woolorama, each March brings 30,000 people to see, learn celebrate and trade.

Wagin
Wagin

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