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Geraldton-GreenoughEllendale Pool, GreenoughPERTHGeraldton-GreenoughGeraldton is situated on Champion Bay along the spectacular Batavia Coast.Blessed with beautiful beaches and sunny weather, Geraldton is a Mecca forwater based activities, while Greenough features historic charm, uncrowdedbeaches and a beautiful river.GreenoughLeaning TreesYou’ll spot an interesting sight as youdrive along the Brand Highway throughGreenough. Here, prevailing southerlywinds have forced the trees to growhorizontally rather than upwards and theobscure sight has become something ofan icon for the region. Look out for thetwo rest areas on the Brand Highway forphoto opportunities of one of the mosthorizontal trees along the Greenoughfl ats.Greenough River Nature TrailThis scenic river meanders 250 kilometresthrough the countryside to meet theocean at Cape Burney. It’s a haven foran amazing range of birds, from elegantegrets and herons to the majestic osprey.Bird watchers won’t be disappointed!Fishermen frequent both the river andthe nearby beach to catch bream, tailorand mulloway. One of the best ways toexperience the Greenough River is bywalking or cycling the Greenough RiverNature Trail or joining the local rowingclub for a row upstream.Central GreenoughHistoric SettlementStep back in time by strolling through11 beautifully restored stone characterbuildings, remnants of a once thrivingcommunity of 19th century pioneers. ThisNational Trust treasure is surrounded byfarm land and includes a café and visitorinformation centre. The Central GreenoughHistoric Settlement is open daily from9.00am to 5.00pm (public holidays from10.00am to 4.00pm, closed Christmasday), just a 20-minute drive south ofGeraldton. Self guided tour booklets areavailable. Other charming historic buildingsdot Central Greenough and its surroundingareas. Highlights include Clinch’s Mill,Gray’s Store, Convict Bridge and WesleyChurch. Call in for a drink at the historicHampton Arms Inn, built in 1864 andbrowse through their impressive collectionof out of print books and the antique shop.Ellendale PoolThis scenic watering hole is the ideal picniclocation and is great for bird watching andphotography. Giant gums and rocky cliffssurround the pool. Barbecue and campingfacilities are on offer for a small fee.Did you know?InformationLeaning treeThe HMAS Sydney II Memorial wasrecently declared Australia’s secondnational memorial by the PrimeMinister.Population:37,000Distance from Perth:415kmGeraldton-GreenoughVisitor CentreBill Sewell Complex,Chapman Rd Geraldton WA 6530Tel: 1800 818 881geraldtontourist.com.auaustraliascoralcoast.com | Page 33