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MullewaWildflower Walk, MullewaPERTHMullewaMullewa lies deep in the heart of wildfl ower country and is frequented by peoplewishing to view the best of the region’s dazzling wildfl ower displays. Mullewa isparticularly well known for its carpets of everlastings and the stunning wreathfl ower that blooms between August and October.ImageMonsignor Hawes Heritage TrailCelebrating the enormous contributionarchitect-priest, John Hawes madeto the region, the Monsignor HawesHeritage Trail highlights 15 buildings ofhis design and other sites signifi cant tohis life. Mullewa presents one of the bestexamples of his work, the Church of OurLady of Mount Carmel and St Peter andSt Paul. Considered his crowning glory, ittook seven years to build, with Hawes itsarchitect, stonemason and carpenter.Mullewa Wildflower ShowThis week-long event starting Sunday,28 August at the local town hall bringsthe best of the bush to the town with allthat is fl owering in the region. Visitors canexperience all the locally fl owering plantsin one place. Morning and afternoon teais available, as well as souvenirs for sale.De Grey Stock RouteThis route, fi nishing in Mullewa was fi rstgazetted in 1905. The trail takes in three ofthe southern-most government wells anda natural watering hole, Hughie Rocks.Everlasting Cultural TrailsA total of 8.3 kilometres of walkingtrails surround Mullewa. Explore thebreathtaking hinterland or historicaltownscape of Mullewa, by walking onone of the eight Everlasting CulturalTrails. Wind your way through lowrolling hills, across creek valleys androcky ridges, or traverse the pathsof early settlers, and take time topicture how the town grew from thepassion of the area’s pioneers. The2.3-kilometre Bushland Trail highlightsthe area’s many natural features andprovides panoramic views across theMullewa townsite. The 1.4-kilometre RailHeritage Loop showcases Mullewa’sonce-expansive rail precinct, a hub fortrains travelling between Geraldton andPerth via Morawa, while the Town HeritageWalk allows visitors to experience thehistory of the town and it’s pioneers. The2.82-kilometre Wildfl ower Walk beginsopposite the Mullewa Caravan Parkand showcases the stunning fl ora thatMullewa is renowned for. Be sure to dropinto the Mullewa Community ResourceCentre for your free brochure and mapof the trails.Church of Our Lady of Mount CarmelDid you know?Mullewa and the surrounding area isreportedly the only place in the worldto spot the fascinating wreath fl ower.InformationPopulation:1,200Distance from Perth:452kmMullewa CommunityResource CentreJose Street, Mullewa WA 6630Tel: +61 8 9961 1500mullewatourism.com.auaustraliascoralcoast.com | Page 27