Pingelly

Location:

158km south­east of Perth

Shire:

Pingelly

Population:

763

Postcode:

6308

Pingelly is centre of the wheat, grain, sheep, cattle and pig farming region of the Central South. Settlers grazing sheep first came here in 1846 and took up leases around the freshwater springs. Further development of the region took place in the 1860s when homestead lots were made available by the government.

The Courthouse Museum in Pingelly offers an insight into the lives of the early settlers and houses a collection of historic photographs and local relics.

Eight kilometres east of Pingelly at Moorumbine, St Patrick's Church of England is of historical interest. Built in 1871, the church is still in use today although the original shingle roof has been preserved beneath a protective layer of iron.

The natural attractions around Pingelly include the Boyagin Rock Nature Reserve 26 kilometres away. The peak of the rock is a favourite picnic area and is particularly scenic in spring. It is one of the last preserves of the wildlife and plants which once dominated the landscape.

Tutanning Nature Reserve, 21 kilometres east, is also a haven for the animal and plant life of the region. However, no recreational facilities are provided. Dryandra Reserve also preserves native flora and fauna, including the numbat, Western Australia's fauna emblem. Yealering Lake and Picnic Ground, 58 kilometres from Pingelly, is a popular spot for swimming, motor boating and yachting.