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Wellington Dam & Collie Mural Trail

9.5 hours  |
  $125.00
Wednesdays

Highlights

  • A home-made, scrumptious morning tea at Potters Gorge
  • Plenty of time to take in the amazing artwork of the Wellington Dam mural
  • Time to discover the history of Collie along the Mural Trail
  • Private tour of the oldest mural completed in 1922
  • Five-star touring with great hosts

This tour features a must-see destination which has been in the news since the amazing 8000 sqm Wellington Dam Mural was unveiled in February 2021. The inspiring work of 36-year-old Guido Van Helten, the mural depicts the inter-generational community bond with the site; set amidst the stunning eucalypt forests of the Wellington National Park. Whilst based on the past, the mural also holds the key to the future of Collie as the country town transitions from supplying coal-fired energy to tourism and recreation. A mural completed 99 years earlier is also a tour highlight along with a a scrumptious morning tea at Potters Gorge and the opportunity to view the work of local artists’ murals in the town centre.

Tour Code: GWCT 15

08:00

Welcome Aboard

Join the tour at the bus bay opposite Mantra on Murray (305 Murray Street, Perth)
10:30

Morning Tea

Enjoy a scrumptious morning tea at Potters Gorge on the shore of the Wellington Dam with stunning vistas across the reservoir and surrounding forest.
11:15

Wellington Dam Mural

Head to nearby Wellington Dam for a close-up view of the incredible 8000 sqm mural designed and painted by Canberra – born Guido van Helten.
12:00

Drive to Collie

Re-join the coach for a short drive through the jarrah, marri and yarri forest to Collie.
12:30

Arrive in downtown Collie

Time for some lunch (own expense) and the opportunity to check out some of the amazing and diverse artwork along the Collie Mural Trail.
14:00

Special Mural Viewing

Board the coach for a special, behind-closed-doors view of an unusual mural, painted in 1922. From a passionate local guide, learn the amazing story of the mural and the building in which it is located.
14:45

Depart Collie

Depart Collie for the return drive to Perth via the Harris River State Forest and South Western Highway
17:30

Arrive Perth

Return to the bus bay opposite Mantra on Murray (305 Murray Street, Perth)

Note: Times given are approximate and may differ due to weather conditions and/or unforeseen delays.

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