TOP 10 ACTIVITES - PINJARRA

Top 10 things to do

IN PINJARRA

IN PINJARRA YOU’LL DISCOVER HERITAGE, PLAYGROUNDS, ANIMAL EXPERIENCES, ECLECTIC BOUTIQUES, HORSE RACING, AND DELICIOUS FOOD AT RIVERSIDE PUBS.

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A Houseboat Holiday Adventure

Be at one with the water on a houseboat holiday adventure and truly escape with your friends and family. Awaken with the sounds of the birds, befriend the local dolphins and completely slow down and soak in the serenity and beauty of the Peel Region. Spend your days fishing, swimming, crabbing, or just simply relaxing with your feet up. Spoil the crew with lunch or dinner at one of the local riverside pubs and enjoy the simplicity and splendour of the Murray River. More on page 48.

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Immerse in History at Edenvale

A lovingly-restored historic homestead, Edenvale Heritage Precinct offers an insight into 19th century life in Pinjarra for the prestigious and political McLarty family. With picturesque gardens, a curious history and interesting collectables to discover, it is the ideal place to explore with the whole family. More on page 58.

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Cruise the iconic Murray River Boat Trail

Pub trails are always a good time, but a boat trail along the river, well, that’s one worth remembering. Grab a bunch of mates, your boat and skipper and make a day of it on the Murray River, where you can take in some iconic riverside watering holes such as the Ravenswood Hotel, Sandy Cove and Jetty’s Bar and Grill. What a magical way to spend a day.

More on page 48.

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Pick a Park and Play all day

You can choose your own adventure when it’s playtime in Pinjarra. Cantwell Park is a modern playground next to the banks of the Murray River and at the heart of Pinjarra’s main street, with plenty of shady trees, close to amenities, shops and cafés, this park is a winner. Experience different at the massive farmthemed Adventurescape playground in South Yunderup, with features like the windmill slide, giant pig, climbing the cows and sheep, and zipping on the flying fox - there is fun for all ages. More on page 54.

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Taste Australia’s Best Meat Pie

If you love a pie (and let’s face it who doesn’t?), you can’t go past Pinjarra Bakery. Their chunky steak pie was officially crowned the ‘Best Meat Pie in Australia’ in 2021, and with just one bite, you’ll understand why. This is Aussie soul food, at its finest.

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Best of Boutique Shopping

Pinjarra’s main street is home to a host of gorgeous boutiques showcasing exquisite fashion, eclectic homewares, art and crafts, equine fashion and accessories, and unique antiques. There are hidden gems everywhere just waiting to be uncovered. More on page 46.

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Time Travel on the Heritage Trail

Explore architecture of earlier eras and get a deeper appreciation of the rich history of Pinjarra when you walk the 1.3km Heritage Walk Trail through Pinjarra that navigates along the Murray River, beginning and ending at the beautiful Edenvale Heritage Precinct. Interactive QR codes along the trail offer insightful stories and photos from days past. More on page 58.

Close Encounter with the Wildlife

Get hands-on with a true animal and wildlife experience at Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park. Animal lovers will enjoy the close animal encounters with everything from dingoes to the infamous Tazzie devil, feed sugar gliders and kangaroos, hold a snake, admire the emus and feed the camels. The walk-through aviary and bird feeding is an absolute highlight! Fun for all ages and created by Brad Holland’s (aka Ranger Red) love and respect for Australia’s unique creatures.

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Heart-Thumping Horse Racing

Have a love for country races? Pinjarra is home to both the Pinjarra Park Race Club and Pinjarra Paceway. Both offer fun days out for all ages, it’s a chance to get dressed up and enjoy the entertainment and the actioned packed country atmosphere. Giddy up! More on page 60.

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Tee-Off Time

With some of the best putting turf in Australia, Pinjarra Golf Club is a breathtaking backdrop to play a round of golf on. Enjoy inspiring tee-off vistas of this 18-hole golf course and take time out to walk amongst the towering gum trees through the lush course watching the kangaroos hopping around (hopefully not hunting for balls). Afterwards, be sure to reward yourself at the “19th Hole”!