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Walking Mates Australia is a forward walking and forward thinking social group. Ultimately organised to promote positive health/well being and inclusion within our communities.
Our Vision....To walk and connect across Australia.
Our Values....Mateship - Diversity - Inclusion - Positive health & Well being
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See all- Mundaring Weir discovery centre hike.Perth Hills Discovery Centre , Perth
Starting at the discovery centre carpark area at 380 Allen Rd, Mundaring WA 6073 near by to the Mundaring weir hotel.
Formerly known as Mundaring National Park, Beelu National Park was renamed in 2008 to acknowledge the Beelu Whadjuk Noongar people, on whose traditional lands the park is found. Beelu is related to the Noongar name for river or stream; aptly named as the Helena River flows into the park and is dammed by the Mundaring Weir.This hike enjoys beautiful bushlands and gorgeous scenic views of the catchment from on high and from atop the weir itself. At this time of the year the forest is cool and moist, making the hike pleasurable as we drink in the fresh morning air.
We hike in a clockwise loop, first heading out to Ball Creek campsite, then winding down towards the catchment and following it back along the edge to the weir. We cross atop the weir, then marvel at the #1 pump station before climbing back up and returning to our start point.
The 13kms has 440 meters of elevation to strengthen our legs and build our appetite for an enjoyable coffee afterwards at the Mundaring weir hotel.MeetUp: At 380 Allen Rd, Mundaring WA 6073. Click on the map and your GPS will take you to the exact starting point.
Parking: Parking at the MeetUp point.
Difficulty: 13km and 440m elevation gain. With cool weather this is a well shaded, satisfying and challenging walk. The path can be muddy after rain, also there are numerous cross intersections to navigate so it is a hike best suited to our regular group of fit experienced hikers and you if you are a confident hiker.Toilets can be found at the discovery centre where we begin and at the weir picnic area.
What to bring: Hat, water and a rain jacket just in case. Poles and proper hiking shoes are recommended.
Join us at the nearby Mundaring Weir Hotel for a coffee, bite to eat and chat after the walk.
All trails maps:
Discovery centre at Mundaring weir.Mundaring Weir history.
Providing fresh water to Kalgoorlie and the Goldfields, the Weir and its pipeline is a feat of engineering that was so ambitious that engineer O’Connor was subject to huge public scrutiny and criticism. The No. 1 Pump Station at the foot of the Weir is now heritage listed, and you can visit to see the historic engines and learn about the project.The scheme was devised by C. Y. O'Connor who oversaw its design and most of the construction project. Although at inception supported by Premier Forrest, O'Connor had to deal with widespread criticism and derision from members of the Western Australian Parliament as well as the local press based on a belief that the scope of the engineering task was too great and that it would never work.
Premier George Leake succeeded Premier Forrest, thereafter, the pressure only mounted for O'Connor.There was also a concern that the gold deposits would soon be depleted, and the state would have a significant debt to repay but little or no commerce to support it.
Sunday Times editor Frederick Vosper – unsurprisingly also a politician, ran a personal attack on O'Connor's integrity and ability through the paper.
O'Connor died by suicide in March 1902, one month after a particularly damning article by Frederick Vosper.
O'Connor died at the point Walter sand bar by the waters edge.
The sand bar had been partially demolished by O'Connor earlier to improve water flow and the enraged local indigenous people had cursed O'Connor with their song to send him mad.Lady Forrest at the commissioning ceremony started the Pumping Station Number 1 on 22 January 1903 with water flowing out on the 24th January 1903 into the Mount Charlotte Reservoir at Kalgoorlie.
Looking back we see that THE GOLD still flows as does the water.
RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so as to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
IMPORTANT
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event. - Lake Monger to Herdsman Lake and back (13.4km)what the flip food coffee and juice truck, Wembley
A delightful walk around Lake Monger and Herdsman Lake to activate your busy weekend.
Where
Near What the Flip, Food Coffee and Juice Truck and toilets - Click the pin drop on the map to find the exact starting point.Parking
There is plenty of parking at Lake Monger car park #1.Distance & Difficulty
A flat 13.4km course. Although not difficult, the distance is fairly long and and suitable for regular walkers. The terrain is flat concrete with some gravel and uneven paths in parts around HerdsmanDuration
2hrs 30 minsWhat to bring
Water, good walking shoes and a hat.Café
Stay for a cup of coffee and chat at the What the Flip, Food, Coffee and Juice Truck afterwards. This guy makes his own fresh pastries every morning. Yum! There are limited chairs in this area, you might bring a small fold up chair if you're staying for coffee.Toilets
At the start/finish plus South end of Herdsman Lake.
AllTrails Map Lake Monger to Herdsman Lake and back (13.4km)
(In reverse)RSVP
No shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
Important
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant in the Event*
