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| Artlandish Aboriginal Art Gallery is one of the world’s largest aboriginal art galleries and is based in Kununurra, the gateway to the beautiful Kimberley region in Western Australia. They specialise in providing authentic Australian aboriginal art at exceptional prices.
All their artworks purchased online come with |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Bandicoot Bar at the base of the Ord River Diversion Dam wall just outside Kununurra is the base on which the Diversion Dam has been built.
Fishing is not allowed within a 200 metre distance of the radial gates of the Diversion Dam. Boats can be put in the water at the Lions Park Boat Ramp and you can fish downstream |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| For a refreshing dip after wet season rain in a pristine Kimberley water hole visit Black Rock Falls near Kununurra.
This is where the locals come to go swimming and enjoy a picnic.
The waterfall is most spectacular in the wet season when water tumbles over a 30 metre rock cliff into a pool area below.
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Check out the celebrities who’ve visited the East Kimberley hub of Kununurra at Celebrity Tree Park.
Since the park opened in the late 1980s a number of celebrities have visited the town, some of whom who’ve come to see the Ord Irrigation Scheme.
Stars including John Farnham, Her Royal Highness Princess Anne, Baz L |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Crocodile Ridge, at Lake Argyle was so named due to the uncanny resemblance the rock formation has to a crocodile basking out in the sun. There are a number of tour companies who offer boat tours on Lake Argyle where you can get up close to Crocodile Ridge.
Whilst out on the lake, keep a look out for the real thing |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Kununurra’s Diversion Dam is part of the Ord Irrigation Scheme designed to harness the massive volume of water that flows down the Ord River for use in farming.
Located about six kilometres west of the town, the dam diverts and regulates water from the Ord River into the irrigation area.
On a visit to the Diversion |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Go barramundi fishing at Ivanhoe Crossing, a short drive north of Kununurra in the East Kimberley.
Ivanhoe Crossing is a causeway built over the mighty Ord River – and beware, this is salt water crocodile country!
Snare an elusive barra from a boat on the river, and keep an eye out for crocs which trawl just beneath |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Check out the views of Kununurra and the Ord River irrigation area from Kelly’s Knob not far from town.
Panoramic views stretch across the township and irrigation area, to some of the best known attractions in Kununurra including the Diversion Dam, Lake Kununurra, the Sleeping Buddha rock formation and nearby ranges. |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Kimberley Fine Diamonds is an Oasis in the rugged northwest Kimberley. A family owned and run retail jewellery business, given the special privilege to distribute Argyle Diamonds.
Holding one of Australia's largest selection of coloured diamonds and located just 180 kilometres from the Argyle Diamond Mine, the world' |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Massive Lake Argyle is one of the most spectacular attractions in Western Australia offering boat cruising, fishing and an abundance of native animals and birds.
Lake Argyle is the biggest man made lake in Australia. It’s several times larger than Sydney Harbour and holds up to 32 million cubic metres of water.
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| Go swimming, fishing, cruising, canoeing and see amazing wildlife at Lake Kununurra in the East Kimberley.
It’s also a popular spot for sailing, rowing and water skiing.
Lake Kununurra was formed after the completion of the Diversion Dam in Kununurra.
Today it harbours a big variety of wildlife and its wetland areas |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| The Lovell Gallery, (previously known as the Lovell Diversion Gallery or the Diversion Gallery) is well located in the centre of Kununurra. You will be inspired by the outstanding array of local artworks on display. Get a feel for the passion and insights of the talented Kimberley artists as you observe their unique vi |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Often referred to as a mini version of the Bungle Bungle range, Mirima National Park just north of Kununurra offers bushwalking and stunning views over the East Kimberley.
The park is also a significant place for the local Aboriginal Miriuwung people, who have lived in the area for thousands of years.
Hike through th |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| For outback scenery and Aboriginal culture, Mitchell River National Park in the rugged Kimberley region, is among the best in Australia.
Here you can see spectacular landscapes including the Mitchell Plateau and the thundering Mitchell Falls. In full flood, the Mitchell Falls are an amazing sight. A bushwalking track |
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| The mighty Ord River near Kununurra in the Kimberley region is one of Western Australia’s most scenic and significant waterways.
At various points along its length you can go cruising and canoeing between stunning gorges, see crocodiles and amazing birdlife, catch an elusive barramundi, go swimming and jet skiing.
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| The Bungle Bungle range in the World Heritage Listed Purnululu National Park is one of Western Australia's most fascinating landmarks and the ultimate place for outback adventure.
Here, you camp out under the stars, go four wheel driving across rugged terrain, and hike through gorges millions of years in the making. |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| You don’t have to use too much imagination to see a Sleeping Buddha resting in a rock formation near Kununurra.
This natural attraction is a large rock officially called Carlton Ridge.
For the best view, head to Celebrity Tree Park, just a short walk from town. From here, the rock looks to be a Sleeping Buddha.
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Birdwatchers will be thrilled at the large selection of water birds that inhabit The Spillway, on the way to Lake Argyle.
Walk along the shoreline looking out for the black-necked stork, glossy ibis as well as the magnificent wedge-tailed eagle and white-bellied sea-eagle.
The Spillway was created as a safety valve |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Visit the Zebra Rock Gallery to see a range of unique items made from the distinctive reddish-brown and white banded ornamental siltstone called Zebra Rock, found only in the East Kimberley. Watch as the artists craft the rock into large and small souvenir items available for purchase.
Walk along the gallery’s jetty t |
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Kununurra , Kimberley & North West |
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| Stockmans Grave is marked with a tinplate cross, marking the grave of pioneer stockman David Shuttle, who was featured under the name of 'Dan in Jeannie Gunn's famous book 'We of the Never Never'.
Dan is said to have consumed a gallon of rum and was found dead at Capsize Creek the next day. They say that at the cre |
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