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Old Mill

📍 Mill Point, South Perth WA 6151 (southern approach of the Narrows Bridge)
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Introduction

The Old Mill is one of Western Australia's oldest European landmarks, set on the South Perth foreshore overlooking the Narrows Bridge. It was built in 1835 and operated until 1859, producing up to 680 kg of flour a day at its peak. After operations ceased it served as a hotel, residence, wine saloon and poultry farm. In 1955, when a planned highway threatened to run through it, citizens and the WA Historical Society campaigned to save it, and it is now protected by the National Trust.

✨ Highlights

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WA's oldest landmark
A building from 1835 symbolising Western Australia's early colonial history.
2
Peak output of 680kg/day
Operated until 1859, producing up to 680 kg of flour a day at its peak.
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Saved by citizens
Citizen campaigns in 1955 spared it from demolition by a planned freeway.
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National Trust protection
Now managed and protected by the National Trust.
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Ferry access
On the South Perth shore, reachable by ferry with views of the city skyline.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere; check local weather and events. For outdoor sites, mornings or late afternoons are often more pleasant.
→Transport：Australia is vast; most attractions suit self-driving or local day tours. For city sites, check public transport timetables in advance.
→Climate & dress：UV is strong; bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, stay hydrated, and beware of insects. Inland areas may have large diurnal temperature swings.
→On site：Follow on-site signs, do not feed or disturb wildlife, protect nature and heritage, and stay on designated trails in national parks.
→Accessibility：Some natural attractions have uneven paths or steps and may challenge those with limited mobility; check accessibility services in advance.

💡 Tips

• Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open at varying times Tue-Sun (e.g. Tue-Fri 10:00-16:00, Sat-Sun 13:00-16:00); check the official notice; admission: Paid entry for tours; admission for education centre and the mill itself per on-site notice.
• Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.
• Respect local culture, wildlife and natural park rules; never feed animals or leave designated trails.
• Plan alongside nearby sights, using self-driving or local day tours to link your route.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Old Mill?

Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open at varying times Tue-Sun (e.g. Tue-Fri 10:00-16:00, Sat-Sun 13:00-16:00); check the official notice; admission: Paid entry for tours; admission for education centre and the mill itself per on-site notice. Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.