Gnowangerup   WA  6335
	Population: 650, Height above sea level: 260m Latitude: 33.9500,   Longitude: 118.0125.00 Location:   355km south east of Perth Highway: Great Southern Hwy  Nearest Major Town: Albany Nearest Airport: Albany Touring Area: Great Southern
Established in 1904 it is a prime grain and sheep farming area. The name Gnowangerup comes from the aboriginal 'Ngow', meaning Malleefowl. The Shire is located 360km from Perth and 140km from Albany via Chester Pass Rd. and occupies approximately 5,000 square kms. Predominately grain growing and sheep production, it includes the towns of Gnowangerup, Borden and Ongerup and the Stirling Range National Park. Things to see abd visit include the many historical buildings, the Mineral Springs near the pool, and the 3 metre high statue of Ned Kelly in front of the hotel. A major attraction is the Machinery Museum on the corner of the Strathaven and Yougenup Road, the Steam Tractor in front of the Shire building, the Gnowangerup Historic Centre, the Old Gnowangerup Cemetery, the Wildflower Reserve and Mary's Rock. For more information visit the Shire of Gnowangerup website: www.gnowangerup.wa.gov.au

Ned Kelly statue at Gnowangerup

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