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Take a trip to Lake Ballard

Western Australia is blessed to have such an incredible, unique landscape, like white sandy beaches, waterfalls, and red outback deserts. The state is also scattered with our famous, naturally occurring salt lakes, coming in all colours, shapes, and sizes! One of our favourites is Lake Ballard, in the Goldfields region of the Golden Outback.

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Top 10 things to see and do in the Golden Outback

We’ve put together a list of the top 10 things to see and do around our Golden Outback region. Have you visited all of these? Or maybe you need to update your bucket list and plan some road trips throughout Road Trip Country!

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18 quirky, charming outback pubs

Outback pubs are a big part of the charm and character of Australia’s outback. From unusual décor and signage to colorful locals and true-blue bar staff; a visit to the outback isn’t complete without enjoying a cold beer at a traditional Aussie pub.

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Experience the most haunted places in Australia’s Golden Outback

Australia’s Golden Outback is full of history and amazing stories, and some of those tales have led to paranormal experiences for many! We know some of you love the spookier side of our region, so we thought we’d share with you some of the most haunted and spooky places in the Golden Outback.

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5 Instagrammable views on the South West Edge

Virtually every pit stop on the South West Edge road trip features an Insta-worthy sight, but these five spots are truly photogenic from every angle. Cameras at the ready…

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Esperance, Fitzgerald Coast, Norseman & Nullarbor

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Take a trip to Lake Ballard

Top 10 things to see and do in the Golden Outback

18 quirky, charming outback pubs

Experience the most haunted places in Australia’s Golden Outback

5 Instagrammable views on the South West Edge