Beyond the swan valley

Gidgegannup

Gidgegannup is a rural neighbour of the Swan Valley, made up of beautiful native bushland and quiet country charm. The name of the area has Noongar origins, meaning "the place where spears are made". The Aboriginal people of the area called it Gidjeejarnup, which later developed into its current name with the influence of colonial settlers.

Gidgegannup has some of the most beautiful natural walking trails and national parks around, so get your hiking gear ready. FR Berry Reserve, Noble Falls, Walyunga National Park, Paruna Sanctuary and Karakamia Sanctuary show off the area’s beautiful natural fauna and flora, and provide seriously breathtaking views of Perth and the metropolitan area.

Searching for somewhere to entertain the whole family?

Gidgegannup has the goods. Grab a bite at the local country pub, a treat from the bakery or pack a picnic and visit stunning Noble Falls. Check out the annual Small Farm Field Day in May and the family fun-filled Gidge Show every October.

Bullsbrook

This charming rural town with beautiful surrounds and a rich history is populated largely by farmers and nestled among national parks and bushland. It’s hard to believe Bullsbrook is barely an hour out of Perth’s CBD and 25 minutes from Midland.

Since 1949, Bullsbrook has been home to Pearce Airbase, a training facility for the Royal Australian Air Force. The airbase is the busiest in Australia and the only permanent one in WA.

Dotted in and around town you will find sculptures of the Bullsbrook's Bull Trail, crafted by creative locals using recycled materials. There is also a 3km West Bullsbrook Heritage Trail that starts at the Bullsbrook Museum.

Bullsbrook is close to the beautiful Walyunga National Park, the Bullsbrook Nature Reserve, the Avon Valley National Park and the nearby Moondyne Nature Reserve.

Perhaps the most iconic attraction in Bullsbrook is Perth's Outback Splash. From thrilling water slides to mazes, to cuddly native animals, there’s plenty to do all year round.

If you want to learn more about the history of Bullsbrook, the BRRA Museum at West Bullsbrook Hall has collected, preserved and displayed fascinating district heritage items, including documents, photographs, oral histories, artefacts and machinery.

Bullsbrook is also home to several strawberry farms where you can pick your own straight from the field when they are in season!

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