Latest product updates from Western Australia - October 2020 - Tourism WA

Latest product updates from Western Australia – October 2020
WHAT’S HOT

Affordable airfares to Broome, Kununurra and Exmouth
Slipping into Broome time, experiencing the magic of the Kimberley, or diving into the wonders of
the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef will now be more affordable for travellers, thanks to the
release of 50,000 reduced flights between Perth and Broome, Kununurra and Exmouth. Virgin
Australia is offering flights between Perth and Broome from $199 one-way for travel between
November 2, 2020 and October 30, 2021, while flights to Kununurra are on offer from $249 one-way
between March 29 and September 30, 2021, when purchased 21 days in advance. Qantas is also
offering special one-way fares between Perth and Exmouth from November 20 for 12 months,
priced at $149 one-way during low season (November 4 to March 27) when booked 30 days in
advance, and $169 during high season (March 28 to October 30) when booked 45 days in advance.
The Virgin and Qantas special fares can be booked online or through travel agents, with tickets on
sale now.

Experience WA’s epic landscapes in the film Dirt Music
Based on the novel by acclaimed West Australian author Tim Winton, Dirt Music is a gripping drama
and a haunting love story set against the powerful backdrop of Western Australia’s breathtaking and
evocative landscapes – including the Kimberley, Esperance and Perth. Directed by Gregor Jordan
(Two Hands, Ned Kelly), and starring Scottish actress Kelly MacDonald, US actor Garrett Hedlund and
Australian favourite David Wenham, the cinematic adaption is now screening across Australian
cinemas. Read the feature below to retrace the steps of the film’s star-crossed lovers, and
experience the majestic landscapes that were captured so beautifully on screen.

Vibe Hotel opens in Subiaco
The inner-city suburb of Subiaco has welcomed its first lifestyle hotel, with the opening of Vibe Hotel
Subiaco on October 1. The 168-room hotel features a rooftop pool, gym, conference space, versatile
guest rooms that can be transformed into three-bedroom suites, a St Marks Road Co. eatery on the
ground floor, and alfresco dining at the rooftop Storehouse Restaurant and Bar.

New Kalbarri Skywalk dining event
Enjoy a dining experience like no other at one of WA’s most awe-inspiring new tourism attractions
with the inaugural Kalbarri Skywalk Dinner. Offering breathtaking views over Kalbarri National Park
and the Murchison River Gorge, the new event at the iconic Kalbarri Skywalk in WA’s Coral Coast will
be held on October 31 and November 1. The night will showcase WA produce, wines by Wise Wines
and beers from Gage Roads, as well as live performances and a stargazing experience with Perth
Observatory. A Welcome to Country will be performed by Nanda Traditional Owner Colleen Drage,
who will also share stories about the Aboriginal art at the Skywalk. With the experience selling out
quickly, an additional three-night coach package has been released for October 30 to November 2.
Starting from $1,099 per person the package includes return transfers from Perth, three nights’
accommodation at Kalbarri Edge Resort, breakfast daily, a welcome drink event, a visit to Hutt
Lagoon (pink lake), and the exclusive Kalbarri Skywalk Dinner package.

Australian film Rams set to showcase WA’s Great Southern
WA’s stunning Great Southern region will be showcased on the big screen, with the release of Rams
in cinemas on October 29. An adaptation of the Icelandic film Hrútar (Rams), the film is set in Mount
Barker - a small regional farming town located near Stirling Range National Park. Starring New
Zealand actor Sam Neill, and Australian favourites Michael Caton, Asher Keddie and Wayne Blair, the

movie tells the story of two estranged brothers, both sheep farmers, who must come together when
disaster strikes and disease threatens both of their flocks.

LIFESTYLE & CULTURE

Pilbara’s Aboriginal art movement celebrated in new exhibition
The culture, knowledge and creative expression of Aboriginal artists from the Pilbara will be
celebrated in a new multi-artform exhibition and documentation project highlighting the important
art movement in the North West region. Pilbara Survey (a working title) has been initiated by not-
for-profit organisation FORM, in collaboration with Martumili Artists in Newman, Spinifex Hill Studio
in South Hedland, Roebourne’s Yinjaa-Barni Art, Juluwarlu Art Group and Cheeditha Art Group, as
well as Yindjibarndi artist Katie West and Martu artist Curtis Taylor. The exhibition will map the
historical context and development of the Pilbara’s Aboriginal art movement for the first time, and
demonstrate the region’s Aboriginal communities as vital contributors to Australia’s cultural identity.
The first exhibition in the series, What Now? The next generation of Martumili Artists, opened this
month at the Goods Shed in the Perth suburb of Claremont, and a major region-wide exhibition is in
development for showcase in 2022.

COMO The Treasury voted best hotel in Australia and the Pacific
For the fourth time, Perth’s COMO The Treasury has been voted Best Hotel in the Australia Pacific
region in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2020 Reader’s Choice Awards – as voted by more than 715,000
readers of the world’s authoritative and most distinguished travel title. COMO The Treasury is
located in the heart of Perth, within the historic 19th century State Buildings, and comprises 48
elegant and contemporary rooms and suites, the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape wellness
experiences, and award-wining dining venues including Long Chim, Petition, Post and rooftop
restaurant Wildflower, where the menu revolves around the Nyoongar Indigenous ethos of six
seasons.

FRINGE WORLD returning in 2021
Perth’s annual FRINGE World festival is set to return over 31 days this summer, from January 15 to
February 14, 2021. Due to the current unprecedented times across the globe, the festival will see a
smaller footprint of hubs, from five in 2020 to two in 2021 – with The Woodside Pleasure Garden
and Girls School confirmed as venues. Early release tickets to shows will go on sale from November
12, and the program will be released on November 26 – with the flexibility to release more shows up
until the festival is held.

Cooking school attracts three million YouTube views
One Table Farm – a small family run farm and cooking school in the Margaret River region owned by
husband and wife team Tim Hall and Cree Monagham – has recently been thrown into the spotlight
thanks to a short YouTube film, which has amassed more than three million views since its launch.
The four-minute video was made in February as part of the YouTube Learning Stories series,
showcasing how Australians are learning new skills on the digital platform. One Table Farm is a small
‘climate-change aware’ farm-based cooking school, started by Cree and Tim after moving from Perth
in 2014 to pursue their dream of living sustainably and regenerating the land. The couple now share
their farm and what they have learnt by offering sustainable farm tours and workshops, including
the popular sourdough workshops.

Perth welcomes first permanent floating venue
Perth’s iconic Swan River recently welcomed the opening of its first permanent floating venue.
Catering for up to 250 people, The Raft is a 445sqm event space offering uninterrupted Perth city
views, with access available via the private tender vessel. Permanently moored on the Swan River,

The Raft’s spacious open deck features custom designed furniture and a bar, with a drinks list
featuring local beers and wines from Margaret River and the Perth Hills, and catering provided by
Heyder & Shears. The venue is available to hire for private events, and is set to host a range of
ticketed events throughout the year.

WA’s writing community joins hands with Bali
Writing WA has collaborated with the producers of the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival to present
Kembali 20 Perth – an afternoon of conversations (both live and live-streamed) with some of WA
and Indonesia’s most exciting literary voices, presented simultaneously to audiences in Perth and
Ubud. Tickets to the event, which will be held at The Rechabite in Northbridge, are now on sale, with
packages available including drinks and canapés.

FOOD & WINE

WA Good Food Guide announce launch of Southern Weekender
The WA Good Food Guide has announced a series of events in WA’s South West region. The
WAGFG Southern Weekender will take place from November 20 to 22, and will celebrate the best of
WA’s culinary talent, from chefs and growers to winemakers, brewers and distillers. The weekend
will kick off with the official opening party in the courtyard at Wise Winery in Margaret River on
Friday, November 20. Other events include the WA Good Food Guide Spring Fling at Wills Domain on
Saturday, November 21 – celebrating 20 years of the winery, with award-winning chef Seth James
crafting a spring party inspired menu; and on Sunday November 22, a Long Lunch event at Tiller
Farm in Yallingup where chef George Cooper will hero South West produce overlooking the farm’s
paddocks. The full line-up of events, as well as accommodation packages in the region, will be
announced soon.

Pirate Life Brewery to open in Perth this summer
Due to open this summer, Pirate Life Perth is a new 1,000 person brew-pub, and the first WA venue
for the South Australian brewery. Local hospitality heavyweight Andy Freeman – the founder of
Sneaker & Jeans group which manages popular small bar venues Varnish on King, Goody Two’s and
Caballitos – is behind the new venture, which is set to be his biggest opening yet. Taking over the
former Sony building on Murray Street in Perth’s CBD, the multi-storey space will house three bars
and two kitchens catering to casual bar bites and restaurant meals, in addition to brewing almost all
of Pirate Life’s main beers on-site, as well as custom beers for Sneakers & Jeans venues.

Rambla on Swan gets a revamp
Located on the banks of the Swan River in South Perth, Rambla on Swan has recently reopened after
an extensive renovation. With a focus on casual dining, the newly renovated waterfront deck bar,
alfresco area and restaurant now provides the ultimate spot for a long lunch or sunset drink with
views of the river and city skyline. The food and beverage menu has also been revamped with an
expanded cocktail list, curated share boards, locally sourced casual dining dishes plus more
substantial meals.

Funk Cider releases new gin cider
Located in Perth’s Swan Valley wine region, Funk Cider recently launched a hybrid gin cider in
collaboration with Old Young’s Distillery. The hybrid gin cider is a blend of classic London-style gin
from Old Young’s Distillery, and craft apple cider from Funk Cider and is available through the
website or selected stockists. The award-winning cidery will also soon relocate to a much larger
venue, with the owners – brothers Dustin and Michael – having recently purchased the former
Swanbrook Winery. The new venue will open following a multi-million dollar makeover, including

the restaurant, kitchen, al fresco areas, and retail space, as well as expanding the production
facilities.

Fremantle’s The Raw Kitchen relaunches as Mother
The Raw Kitchen – an institution for plant-based food lovers for 10 years – has recently relaunched
as Mother. Located in a newly refurbished warehouse in the eclectic port city of Fremantle, the
restaurant serves up delicious plant-based meals with a focus on nourishment and sustainability. The
new menu takes inspiration from the Mediterranean, and now offers natural wines and speciality
cocktails.

Hidden deTours ‘Gin Getaways’
Hidden deTours is launching a new three-day gin tour of the Margaret River region this October. The
boutique tour operator has teamed up with six South West distilleries in Collie, Margaret River,
Wilyabrup, Eagle Bay and Bunbury to offer guided gin tastings and behind-the-scenes experiences
over three days. Combining vodka, rum, wine and mead tastings, the tour also includes distillery
lunches and visits to honey, olive oil, cheese and chocolate producers. Starting from $880 per
person, the experience includes two nights’ accommodation at Stay Margaret River, with tours
taking place once a month.

Toast Face Grillah opens in Margaret River
One of Perth’s favourite grilled-cheese sandwich-makers, Toastface Grillah, has recently expanded
its offering into the Margaret River region. The café is one of the newest additions to Margaret River
town’s revamped main street. The toastie and coffee makers have also opened an additional venue
in Scarborough, adding to the existing locations in Perth’s CBD and Wolf Lane precinct.

Ritz Carlton’s Songbird Sunday Brunch
The luxurious five-star Ritz Carlton Perth, overlooking the Swan River at Elizabeth Quay, has
launched a signature Sunday brunch at rooftop venue Songbird. Guests will be immersed in an
interactive experience showcasing the finest WA wines, exquisite local cuisine and live music, from
11am to 2pm every Sunday. With three different beverage packages to choose from, the menu
features local cuisine from across the region, hand-selected and curated by Executive Chef Jed
Gerrard, including Shark Bay scallops, wagyu beef and quail egg.
Guests can also celebrate this year's Melbourne Cup at the hotel's signature restaurant Haerth with
a four-course luncheon. Overlooking Perth’s stunning Elizabeth Quay, guests will start the day with
chef’s canapés and a glass of sparkling wine in the alfresco area as they watch the race that stops the
nation on November 3.

Mr Barval Fine Wines reopens with new exhibition
Mr Barval Fine Wines, a small-batch winery located in the renowned Margaret River region, will be
reopening its cellar door and art gallery on November 20. To celebrate, the winery will hold a sunset
launch event, where the onsite gallery’s inspirational new art exhibition Wandjina: The Rainmaker
will be revealed. The exhibition will showcase a number of talented artists from the remote
Aboriginal community of Kalumburu in the Kimberley. The winery’s owner-operators – Robert and
Kellie Gherardi – recently spent three months living with their family in Kalumburu, and this
exhibition will be the first whole-of-community collaboration for the Aboriginal artists in that
community. Tickets to the opening night are $45, and include dinner and a glass of wine.

TOURS, ATTRACTIONS AND ACCOMMODATION

Kununurra to welcome new 4WD camper hire

The eastern gateway to the Kimberley, Kununurra, is set to welcome its first four-wheel-drive
camper hire company in time for the 2021 season. RedSands Campers will open its fifth WA depot
location in the North West town from April 2021, allowing travellers to do one-way road trips along
the iconic Gibb River Road, and spend more time exploring Kununurra and surrounds – including
Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungle Range, Lake Argyle and the Ord River. RedSands
Campers will offer both its four-wheel-drive campers and premium Landcruiser Prado 4WDs, with no
one-way fees as part of the hire conditions.

Bike, swim and hike in Dunsborough
Bike Swim Hike Dunsborough is a new tour operator offering scenic adventure tours showcasing the
pristine Dunsborough coastline in the Margaret River region. Catering to a maximum of 10 people,
the two-hour tours include two diverse cycling legs, including a coastal hike spotting local flora and
fauna, with the opportunity to swim at some of Dunsborough’s best beaches. Additional packages
include a Pedal and Plonk wine tasting bike tour, and a Beers with Gears beer tasking bike tour,
showcasing some of the region’s best wineries and breweries.

Spring into WA Parks
Western Australia’s national parks are set to be showcased with a diverse range of events and
activities available throughout the spring months. Spring into Parks celebrates WA’s spectacular
wilderness and access to nature, providing opportunities to enjoy the wealth of experiences
available in the State’s 101 national parks and 17 marine parks. Running until November 28, events
and activities range from discovering birds of the night, to stargazing in woodlands, yoga in an
ancient cave and learning how to camp and cook on a traditional campfire. Highlights include
Cabaret Cave Yoga and Mindfulness at Yanchep National Park on October 25, Parks and Bush Tucker
in the Swan Valley with native food specialist Dale Tilbrook on November 21, and Opera in the Valley
of the Giants at Walpole-Nornalup National Park on November 28.

New ecotours in Mandurah
Salt and Bush Eco Tours is a new Mandurah-based ecotourism business showcasing the region’s
natural wonders – including Yalgorup National Park. Run by local professional naturalist guides Jamie
and Sebastian Van Jones, the small group nature-based tours includes guided kayak and sailing kayak
tours of the Peel-Harvey Estuary, and guided nature walks showcasing the local wildflowers, birds
and geology of the biodiversity hotspot. Mandurah is located an easy one-hour drive south of Perth.

Kingfisher Tours new Kimberley sailing experience
Kimberley-based adventure tourism operator Kingfisher Tours is set to release a new tour for the
2021 season. Launching on May 1, guests will be able to sail the northern Kimberley coast on-board
the Tropic Rover. The lovingly restored 60-foot ketch yacht will find a new mooring in Honeymoon
Bay next year when it departs from Fremantle in April 2021. The new Tropic Rover tour offerings
include a sunset sail and day tours exploring the remote north east Kimberley coast with local
Aboriginal guides, overnight tours at a secluded private bay, and private charters. Tours are available
to book now through the website.

Swings and Roundabouts launch Backyard Stories
Iconic Margaret River winery Swings and Roundabouts has recently started offering Swings Backyard
Stories cellar door experiences. The tours will take guests on a guided stroll through the vineyard’s
40-year-old dry grown Cabernet Sauvignon vines, while taking in the views and enjoying a glass of
the Backyard Stories Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay. Following the tour, guests will then be seated
under the gumtrees for a shared grazing feats, accompanied by a selection of premium Backyard
Stories Wines. Tours are offered daily and start at $80 per person.

ADAMS launch suite of new tours
ADAMS Pinnacle Tours has recently launched seven new day tours, aimed at encouraging locals to
‘wander out yonder’ and experience WA. The new tours highlight key destinations located only a
few hours’ drive from Perth, including the dolphins in Mandurah, the iconic Busselton Jetty, the awe-
inspiring Gravity Discovery Centre at Gingin, the other-worldly Pinnacles and the local produce in
York and Cervantes. All tours are operated on-board five-star luxury touring coaches, and include full
commentary – with regular departures throughout October, November and December.

GPS Adventure Tours new Toodyay tour
Family run and owned adventure touring company GPS Adventure Tours has recently released a new
Toodyay Wildflower Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour. Located a one-hour drive east of Perth in the
Avon Valley, Toodyay boasts some of WA’s finest examples of 19th century heritage. On the 6.5-
hour small group tour, guests will visit the historic town site, sample wine at one of WA’s oldest
wineries, discover wildflowers and native plants and bushfoods, visit a camel dairy then settle down
for a barbecue dinner in a paddock as the sun sets. Thanks to a mobile observatory, guests will also
be amazed by the starry night sky, while listening to stories created by the world’s first astronomers,
Australian Aboriginals.

New campgrounds and walk trails for Jurien Bay
Located a 2.5-hour drive north of Perth, the Coral Coast town of Jurien Bay has recently welcomed
the opening of two new campgrounds. Karda Campground is located 20 kilometres east of Jurien
Bay, adjacent to Lesueur National Park, and includes 31 campsites suitable for all types of camping
accommodation. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire pit, and includes toilets at each of the two
camping areas. Wanagarren Campground is situated alongside the pristine waters of Jurien Bay
Marine Park. It includes 15 campsites for standard, rooftop and awning tents, and is suitable for self-
sufficient campers.

Yallingup Maze receives Travellers’ Choice Award win
Popular family-friendly attraction in the Margaret River region, Yallingup Maze was recently
awarded the Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice award for 2020. The only timber maze in the region, the
facility has outdoor mazes, nature play areas, a bouncy castle, and an indoor puzzle café. Also adding
to the offering is the recently opened Yallingup Maze Farm House, offering accommodation for up to
eight people. The luxury holiday home is managed by Exclusive Escapes, and is ideal for families and
friends, located just a few steps away from the Yallingup Maze.

Experience the WA outback with Global Gyspies
Outback adventure tourism company Global Gypsies is offering a number of new guided tag-a-long
tours across WA. The South Coast Eco Safari is a guided self-drive and self-catering tour suitable for
caravans, camper trailers, tents or motorhomes. Departing from November 11 to 19, guests will visit
the highlights of the Great Southern region, including Cape Le Grand, Hopetoun, Fitzgerald River
National Park, Bremer Bay, Albany, Walpole, Manjimup and Dunsborough. For a short adventure,
the 4WD Mini Break explores some of the four-wheel-driving tracks of Preston Valley, Wellington
National Park and Collie, just outside of Perth. The guided, self-driving tours depart Perth from
November 23 to 26.

Sail Ningaloo release additional tour dates
Coral Bay-based tour operator Sail Ningaloo has released additional tour dates for the summer
season. Offering world-class eco experiences of World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef on-board a
luxurious sailing catamaran, Sail Ningaloo is offering regular departure dates from now through to
early-January. Guests will enjoy an all-in-one holiday, with accommodation and all meals provided
on-board, and activities exploring the pristine Ningaloo Reef.

Quay Perth reopening with staycay packages
Boutique hotel Quay Perth reopened its doors this month, and is celebrating by offering guests the
ultimate, all-inclusive staycation package. For just $245 a night, guests will receive an early check-in,
late check-out, a private carpark space, unlimited WI-FI, a bottle of sparkling, a signature breakfast
for two, and a yoga session at MyAll Wellbeing Studio.

Private Properties' new Margaret River accommodation offerings
Private Properties has listed three stunning new holiday homes available for rent in WA's Margaret
River region. Holiday makers searching for pristine ocean views will be spoilt for choice with these
three beach houses – located in Yallingup, Meelup and Prevelly. With a range of holiday homes to
suit large and small groups located in Busselton, Dunsborough, Eagle Bay, Yallingup and Gracetown,
Private Properties provides accommodation across a choice of popular holiday locations.

FEATURE

Western Australia’s striking coastal landscape and breathtakingly rugged terrain have been
beautifully captured in the movie Dirt Music, now screening across Australian cinemas.
Based on the novel by West Australian author Tim Winton, Dirt Music is a gripping drama and a
haunting love story. Directed by Gregor Jordan (Two Hands, Ned Kelly), the film stars Scottish actress
Kelly MacDonald, US actor Garrett Hedlund and Australian favourite David Wenham.

Filmed in the Kimberley in WA’s North West and the Golden Outback region of Esperance, these
incredibly stunning backdrops are a character in the story itself, and made a lasting impression on
the film’s talent and crew.

"WA is from top to bottom extraordinary. It makes you feel so alive being in these places that are so
remote." Actress Kelly MacDonald (Georgie Jutland)

“The landscape and what we’ve captured is kind of even more powerful than I could have hoped for
really. It’s very hard to describe till you see it. It’s a combination sometimes of the heat, the colour of
the water, the trees, the red dirt, it’s kind of so vibrant and loud at times, and then other times it’s
very soft. It’s like nowhere else I’ve been.” Finola Dwyer, Academy Award nominated producer of Dirt
Music

From the contrast of pindan cliffs, white sand beaches and turquoise waters in the Kimberley, to the
vast white sand dunes, rugged bush, granite outcrops and beaches in the Esperance region, the epic
scenery is sure to inspire travellers from near and far to experience first-hand the WA landscapes
that were captured so beautifully on-screen.
Recreate your own Dirt Music adventure with the below list of film locations and experiences.

THE KIMBERLEY

Cape Leveque Road
The colourful landscapes of the Dampier Peninsula can be accessed via Cape Leveque Road. The
turn-off is located approximately 20 kilometres from Broome. Cape Leveque Road will be fully sealed
from November 2020, however high clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles are still recommended for
access to campsites and other attractions. Alternatively, join a guided four-wheel-drive or scenic
flight from Broome.

Kooljaman at Cape Leveque
Located at the northern tip of the Dampier Peninsula, Kooljaman at Cape Leveque is an award-

winning remote wilderness camp owned and run by the Aboriginal Bardi Jawi communities.
Surrounded by a range of natural wonders, a vast array of marine life and striking coastline, guests
can enjoy Kooljaman's range of nature-based activities and unique Aboriginal tours. Accommodation
combines campsites, safari tents, beachfront shelters and cabins.

Lombadina Aboriginal Community
On the shores of beautiful Thomas Bay, Lombadina Aboriginal Community offers visitors a unique
opportunity to experience the local way of life. With cabin accommodation on site, guests can enjoy
the white sandy beaches, take a guided fishing, whale watching or heritage tour, and discover a
range of locally produced arts and crafts. Day tours are available from Broome, or visitors can take a
self-guided trip.
Note: Lombadina Aboriginal Community is currently closed to visitors due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm
Also on the Dampier Peninsula is Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, the oldest operating pearl farm in Australia
– owned and operated by the Brown Family since 1946. Accommodation options range from
camping and safari tents, and pearlers shacks, to the master pearlers private retreat. The on-site
restaurant offers stunning views over Cygnet Bay – and serves up pearl meat fresh from the farm.
Cygnet Bay is also the location to witness the incredible Waterfall Reef - which is featured in the
movie – with Sea Safari Tours departing from the pearl farm to experience this tidal phenomenon.

Gumbanan Wilderness Retreat
The location for some of Dirt Music’s jaw dropping shots, Gumbanan Wilderness Retreat offers
camping and safari tent accommodation, as well as cultural tours and storytelling. Spend some time
exploring the surrounds, including the large rock fish trap 'Mayoorr', which captures fish on the
outgoing tides, and discovering the local bird and wildlife.

Buccaneer Archipelago
Stretching from the coast at One Arm Point, across the King Sound and towards the Horizontal Falls,
the islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago are often called the 'Thousand Islands'. Portrayed in the
movie as 'Coronation Gulf', visitors can experience the islands on a scenic flight or boat tour from
Broome and the Dampier Peninsula (Kooljaman and Cygnet Bay).

Kimberley tides
Home to some of the world's largest tides, visitors to the Kimberley coast are treated to a twice-daily
show as the 10-metre plus tides ebb and flow. From waterfalls that flow horizontally to reefs that
appear in the middle of the ocean, experiencing this tidal trickery is a must. Fly from Broome or
Derby, take a boat tour from Kooljaman or Cygnet Bay, or a cruise along the coast to experience the
rush of these giant tides.

Scenic flights
As the characters Lu, Georgie and Jim fly to the 'Coronation Gulf' in the movie, the spectacular
coastline and the islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago provide a spectacular backdrop, with colours
that have to be seen to be believed. Experience these incredible landscapes firsthand by taking part
in the range of scenic flights that depart from Broome, Derby and the Dampier Peninsula.

Fishing
The Kimberley offers some of the best wilderness and adventure fishing experiences in Australia. As
well as the ever-popular barramundi, there are plenty of freshwater and ocean fishing opportunities
in stunning locations. Cast a line along the Dampier Peninsula, share a cultural experience with the

local Bardi Jawi people and learn traditional fishing and hunting techniques, or head out on a fishing
charter from Kooljaman or Lombadina.

ESPERANCE

Hellfire Bay Road, Cape Le Grand
No movie filmed in Esperance would be complete without a shot of Frenchman Peak. You can see it
in the background of the scenes filmed on Hellfire Bay Road in Cape Le Grand National Park. If you’re
heading to the national park to see the iconic Lucky Bay, be sure to add a stop to climb Frenchman
Peak for some epic views across the coastline and archipelago.

Bandy Creek
The location in the film where the boats are launched, Bandy Creek is a popular spot for fishing and
boating, and has a small beach where the water is usually calm.

Gibson Soak Hotel
As well as writing and performing the soundtrack, Australian folk singer-songwriter Julia Stone
features in the movie. In one scene, Julia and the band play at a gig at the Gibson Soak Hotel - a
classic country pub, decked out under the 100-year-old Morton Bay Fig trees with a lovely garden
out the back.

Twilight Bay
Esperance beaches are rated among the best in Australia and Twilight Bay is one of the most iconic
thanks to its unique rock just off the shore. Located just a few kilometres from town, the pristine
white sands and unbelievably clear turquoise waters create a beautiful vista and perfect swimming
conditions.

Lover’s Cove
A little further along from Twilight Beach, along the scenic Great Ocean Drive, is Lover’s Cove.
Bordered by steep granite slopes and vegetation, this beach is long, wide and picturesque - the
perfect location for an epic love story.

For more information on how to plan your epic Dirt Music adventure, visit
www.australiasnorthwest.com/dirt-music and www.roadtoesperance.com.

The film Dirt Music was supported through Western Australian Regional Film Fund supported by
Royalties for Regions, with production funding from Screenwest and Lotterywest, closely working
with the Kimberley and Goldfields Esperance Development Commissions.