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Yandanooka is located in the mid-west region of Western Australia, 348km north of Perth. The name comes from an Aboriginal term meaning ‘plenty of hilly country in sight’. Thomas Whitfield was the first European settler to the region in the 1850s, and when the Midland Railway opened in 1895, a siding was built at the current town site. Later the siding was moved 4 kilometres south, and in 1919 the town was gazetted.For those visiting the region, The Yandanooka Town Hall offers parking for self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours, free of charge. Toilets are available, and pets on leads are permitted.Yandanooka Town Hall is the perfect base to explore all the region has the offer, as it is ideally located 20 minutes from the town of Three Springs, where you will find a variety of services including doctor and dentist. The region is best visited during ‘Wildflower Season’ between August and September.Address: Travel along Midlands Rd, turn onto Yandanooka North East Road, follow for approx. 400m (first parking and is found directly off the first bend)Cost: Nil chargeParking: 72hrs, pets on lead, toilets, self-contained vehicles onlyOpening Hours: 7days

Kojonup is situated on the Albany Highway, a two and a half hour drive from Perth. It is a rich pastoral district of farmland and bush nestled amongst the beautiful south-west of Western Australia.Those visiting Kojonup can find short-term parking at Kojonup Rest Area, which is situated on the corner of Albany Hwy & Gordon Street. Stays are free and are permitted for up to 72 hours; however, permits are to be obtained from the Kojonup Visitor Information Centre. A dump point and potable water are located on-site. For those looking to stay in town a little while longer, long-term parking is available at Kojonup Caravan Park, 75 Newstead Rd - fees apply. The highlight of a visit to Kojonup is The Kodja Place. The centre immortalises the farm experience. Sit on the school bus, drive the farm ute, walk the boards on the snazziest shearing shed you will ever see - you can even check the rain gauge and the farm budget. Join Aboriginal Noongar tours through the landmarks of Kojonup, and purchase Noongar arts and craft from the Kojonup Visitor Centre. The Rose Maze is an iconic feature of Kojonup. Outside The Kodja Place, lose yourself in a maze of Australian-bred roses while you watch the evolution of the iconic Australian pergola.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Kojonup VIC, 143 Albany Hwy, Kojonup WAPh: 08 9831 0500Email: kojonupvisitors@bigpond.comwww.kojonupvisitors.com Casual Parking       Rear of IGA Supermarket, entry from side street off Albany Highway (Gregory St)Short Term Parking           Kojonup Rest Area, cnr Albany Hwy & Gordon St, 72hr, permit required from VIC; Kojonup Caravan Park, 75 Newstead Rd, fees apply; Kojonup VICLong Term Parking            Kojonup Rest Area, cnr Albany Hwy & Gordon St, 72hr, permit required from VIC; Kojonup Caravan Park, 75 Newstead Rd, fees apply; Kojonup VICDump Point  Kojonup Rest AreaPotable Water          Kojonup Rest AreaHospital        Spring St, Ph: 08 9831 2222Doctors Surgery     Bagg St, Ph: 08 9831 1188Pharmacy     114 Albany Hwy, Ph: 08 9831 1035Supermarket            IGA, Albany Hwy, Ph: 02 9831 1002; Kojonup Co-op, Albany Hwy (car parking off Jones St), Ph: 08 9831 1144

Hallett Recreation Area is located in Hallett, a small town in the mid-north region of South Australia, and is situated on the Barrier Highway, approximately 38 kilometres south-east of Jamestown and 34 kilometres north of Burra.Visitors can find the recreation area one kilometre from the Highway and main tourist route for Flinders, Broken Hill and Adelaide. Here, sites are available at a cost of $15 per vehicle per night. A 48 hour time limit applies. Call caretaker on 0413 679 883.Hallett Recreation Reserve is a popular option for many visitors while exploring the scenic hillside of the mid-north region of South Australia. This picturesque and tranquil area is ideal for a relaxing getaway, and nearby are enjoyable walking and bicycle trails that weave through the stunning region.Contact: Hallett Mini Mart, Barrier Hwy, HallettPhone: 0413 679 883Parking: West Terrace, through Memorial Gates to far side of oval behind Grandstand, 48hrs, $15pvpn. All bookings are to be made with the caretaker on 0413 679 883 (will also provide facility keys).