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Kojonup Visitor Centre

Locality: Kojonup, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9831 0500

Address: 143 Albany Hwy 6395 Kojonup, WA, Australia

Website: https://www.kojonupvisitors.com.au

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25.01.2022 Luke Heggie is one of Australias most in-demand and recognisable stand-up comedians. Luke has won numerous awards including the Comedians Choice Award at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Luke Heggie will be performing in #Kojonup at the Comedy Gold Gala Show on Thursday 29 August at the Kojonup Memorial Hall. Doors open at 6.15pm, Show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets on sale from the #Kojonup Visitor Centre at The Kodja Place. Call 9831 0500 for more information

24.01.2022 Wednesday 23 September there will be a NAIDOC BBQ Breakfast in the Courtyard at The Kodja Place and Kojonup Visitor Centre. Early birds are welcome from 5.00 am. Wrist bands will be available from Event organisers if you DO NOT wish to have your photo taken.

23.01.2022 This year the #Kojonup Twilight Christmas Market is on Saturday 30 November, 4pm-8pm in the Courtyard at The Kodja Place. Come and enjoy a variety of Market Stalls, Food Vans, Live Music and Games. Plus a visit from Santa! Why not bring along a picnic blanket and enjoy your dinner amongst the roses in the middle of the Rose Maze.

23.01.2022 Are you travelling this long weekend? Double Demerits will be in place from Friday 29 May to Monday 1 June inclusive. The Kojonup Visitor Centre will still be open on Monday from 10am 4pm. Please drive safe and be patient on WA roads this long weekend.

23.01.2022 Only one more day to go! This Live Theatre Performance of A.B Facey’s A Fortunate Life is not to be missed. Tickets are still available from the Shire Administration Office, The Kodja Place or by phoning (08) 9831 0500.

22.01.2022 Staff wish to inform patrons that The Kojonup Visitor Centre and Kodja Place will be closed on Thursday, 18 March 2021 for a private function. We apologise for any inconvenience. For all Transwa Enquiries please phone 1300 662 205.

22.01.2022 Many visitors to The Kodja Place in #Kojonup have admired the beautiful mural on the wall that greets them at the entrance to The Kodja Place Gallery and on the floor of the Story Place (pictured). Here is a rare opportunity to hear from the talented artist Craig McVee, a proud Noongar man providing an insight about painting cultural murals.

21.01.2022 Have a look at what is flowering now in Kojonup. Come and visit the Kodja Place and Kojonup Visitor Centre and pick up a free Brochure on Farrar Reserve or Myrtle Benn Flora and Fauna Sanctuary. Self-drive Wildflower Tour Brochures are also available.

20.01.2022 Kojonup Volunteer Awards 2020 Do you know someone who gives up their valuable time volunteering for the benefit of others in the Kojonup community? Say Thank... you, by nominating them for the Shire of Kojonups Volunteer Award. Download your nomination form from https://www.kojonup.wa.gov.au//Volunteer-Awards-2020-Nomin See more

19.01.2022 Are you travelling this weekend? Double Demerits will be in place from Friday 27 September to Monday 30 September inclusive. The Kodja Place and #Kojonup Visitor Centre will still be open on Monday from 10am 4pm. Why not break up your trip by stopping in and grabbing a free Driver Reviver and stretch your legs in the beautiful Rose Maze.

19.01.2022 Anthony Lamond Productions and the Shire of #Kojonup present to you the 6th Comedy Golds Gala Show. Held on Thursday 29 August at the Kojonup Memorial Hall. Doors open at 6.15pm, Show starts at 7.30pm. Pre-show drinks, Snacks and food will be available for purchase on the night. Suitable for children 15+. Children must be accompanied by an Adult. Tickets are on sale at the Kodja Place and Kojonup Visitor Centre. For more information please call 9831 0500 https://drive.google.com//1nJFdpXeVbWyrMvKAYh62IgoV7/view

19.01.2022 Travelling for the school holidays during the wet season? Here are 10 great tips for staying safe on the roads. Dont forget that the Kojonup Visitor Centre offers a free coffee to the driver if you find yourself needing a refreshment. https://www.drive.com.au//10-tips-for-driving-in-wet-weath

19.01.2022 Khaled Khalafalla has performed Stand-up comedy around the world to royalty in the Middle East, Australian troops in Afghanistan and at the New York comedy festival. Khaled Khalafalla will be performing in #Kojonup at the Comedy Gold Gala Show on Thursday 29 August at the Kojonup Memorial Hall. Doors open at 6.15pm, Show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets on sale from the #Kojonup Visitor Centre at The Kodja Place. Call 9831 0500 for more information.

17.01.2022 The Hare Orchid (Leporella fimbriata) is flowering at Farrar Reserve. Leporella is Latin for hare and refers to the unusual flowers that resemble a hare. The Hare Orchid flowers between March and June however, individual flowers persist long after fertilisation and are still recognisable as late as August or September. Hare Orchids are widespread throughout the southwest, from Kalbarri to Israelite Bay and also extends through South Australia to Victoria. For more information on Farrar Reserve, contact the Kojonup Visitor Centre on (08) 9831 0500 or email [email protected]

17.01.2022 Australian Comedian Gerry O is an amazing Singer, Comedian, Musician and Vocal impressionist. He has performed at a number of venues around Australia including Melbournes Telstra Dome for the AFL Grand Final and has also appeared on The Footy Show and Hey, Hey its Saturday. Gerry O will be performing in #Kojonup at the Comedy Gold Gala Show on Thursday 29 August at the Kojonup Memorial Hall. Doors open at 6.15pm, Show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets on sale from the Kojonup Visitor Centre at The Kodja Place. Call 9831 0500 for more information.

17.01.2022 Protect yourself and others.Cover coughs and sneezes, wash your hands and stay at home if youre sick. For more information call the Coronavirus Health Information line on 1800 020 080

15.01.2022 Dont rush back home after enjoying your long weekend. Take a break in Kojonup! Kodja Place and the Kojonup Visitor Centre are open from 9am - 5pm. Come explore our town, one of the many Great Southern Treasures.

14.01.2022 CRASH GREAT SOUTHERN HIGHWAY 1KM SOUTH OF TAMBELLUP Traffic Management en route Caution advised

13.01.2022 ITS WILDFLOWER SEASON These are all flowering in Cherry Tree Reserve on Mission Road, most are 10m or so from the road so dont need to walk far. > Wheatbelt... spider (cross between Green Mantis and White Spider) > Rabbit Orchid > Prisoner Spider (cross between Zebra and Wispy Spider) > Pink Candy Orchid > Zebra Orchid See more

12.01.2022 Wildflower season is just around the corner. Have a look at whats flowering now at Myrtle Benn Flora and Fauna Sanctuary. Come into the Kojonup Visitor Centre at the Kodja Place to collect a walk trail map or for more information contact the Kojonup Visitor Centre on 9831 0500 or email [email protected]

11.01.2022 Are you Traveling this Easter long weekend? Double Demerits will be in place from Friday 2 April to Monday 5 April inclusive. Why not break up your trip by stopping into to The Kodja Place and Kojonup Visitor Centre for a free Driver Reviver tea or coffee and stretch your legs in the beautiful Rose Maze. Please drive safe and be patient on WA roads this long weekend.

10.01.2022 Are you looking for a gift for someone special or wanting to treat yourself? These beautiful tealight holders and Purses are just a couple of new items that have arrived! Come and visit the Kojonup Visitor Centre and The Kodja Place to see the wide variety of new stock.

10.01.2022 During the Covid-19 pandemic, WA traffic Laws still apply. Dont forget it is Double Demerit Points this ANZAC Day long weekend, Friday 24 Monday 27 April inclusive.

07.01.2022 Have you got your ticket to the Brigadier Arnold W Potts Oration? The last day for ticket sales is Friday 18 October. Tickets are available for purchase from The Kodja Place and #Kojonup Visitor Centre.

06.01.2022 Carols at Kodja will be held on Friday, 18 December 5pm 8pm in the Kodja Place Courtyard. Bring a picnic along for your family and join in the Christmas celebration. The Black Cockatoo Café will be open with a limited menu. You are invited to bring an unwrapped gift to be donated to local crisis support groups. If you are not able to make it on the night and wish to donate, gifts can be left at the Kojonup Veterinary Hospital. For more information please contact the Kojonup Visitor Centre on 9831 0500 or email [email protected]

06.01.2022 You are invited to a morning tea fundraiser for the Leukaemia Foundation at: Springhaven Rec room 10am - Tuesday 1st October 2019. $5 Entry... Door prizes Come and enjoy a cuppa and morning tea while supporting this incredible cause. We look forward to seeing you

06.01.2022 A road trip through the Great Southern Treasures is an amazing experience and we know youll enjoy viewing its unique landscape, wildlife and Aboriginal culture, but we also urge you to drive carefully in unfamiliar conditions. Did you know that at the Kojonup Visitor Centre we have Guides to Driving on WA Roads in several different languages? Come in and get your copy, we are open 7 days from 9am - 5pm!

05.01.2022 We would like to let visitors to Kojonup know that the Kojonup Visitor Centre and The Kodja Place will be closed to the public on 30 & 31 July for renovations. The Black Cockatoo Cafe will be open as usual for you stop and have something tasty to eat and great coffee! We regret any inconvenience as a result of the closure and if you have any enquiries please contact us by phone 9831 0500.

05.01.2022 Dont leave it to the last minute to get your tickets. Click on the image to view full details.

04.01.2022 NIGHTFIELDS CANCELLED FOR TODAY Tonights scheduled Nightfields session has been cancelled due to the rain.

04.01.2022 Due to Covid-19, Shire of Kojonup Visitor Centre Staff regret that we will be closed to the public until further Notice. We are happy to assist you in the following ways- Phone 9831 0500 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday ... Email us at [email protected] Kojonup Visitor Centre Facebook page See more

04.01.2022 Have you got your ticket for the Sunset Soprano on Saturday 14 November? Tickets are available from The Kodja Place and Kojonup Visitor Centre or by phoning 9831 0500

03.01.2022 TICKETS SELLING FAST: COMEDY GALA, Thursday 29 August Tickets are on sale from The Kodja Place Kojonup Visitor Centre for the Comedy Golds Gala Show which is touring WA. Here for only one night, you will need to be quick to purchase your tickets to see this highly popular comedy show. Back by popular demand the Comedy Gold members, now in its sixth consecutive year, will be providing a hilarious line-up of award-winning, versatile and original comedians. Tickets are just $35 each with pre-show drinks, food and snacks available for purchase. https://drive.google.com//1nJFdpXeVbWyrMvKAYh62IgoV7/view

03.01.2022 The Kojonup Visitor Centre is now re-stocked with a selection of locally hand-crafted chopping boards, serving platters, bowls, serviette holders, coasters and even a lazy susan. Come in and have a look at these beautiful wooden designs made from Jarrah, Marri and whitegum timbers.

03.01.2022 Looking for something to do this weekend? The Bloomin Family Fun Day will be held at The Kodja Place on Sunday 29 September from 10am 4pm. Why not bring the family along to enjoy a selection of Market Stalls, Farm Animals, Wildflower Display & Herbarium and more. The Black Cockatoo caf will be open with delicious food and drinks available.

03.01.2022 This year the Kojonup Police Golf Day will be held on Saturday, 24 October. The Police Golf Day has been an ongoing event since 1994 with funds raised going back into the community. For further information and team Registrations contact the Kojonup Police Station on 9831 2555.

03.01.2022 Wildflower season is just around the corner. Have a look at what’s flowering now at Myrtle Benn Flora and Fauna Sanctuary. Come into the Kojonup Visitor Centre at the Kodja Place to collect a walk trail map or for more information contact the Kojonup Visitor Centre on 9831 0500 or email [email protected]

03.01.2022 The Common Bunny Orchid (Eriochilus dilatatus subsp. Multiflorus) is flowering now at Myrtle Benn Flora and Fauna Sanctuary. The majority of Eriochilus species flower in Autumn, well before most other WA Orchids have emerged from their summer dormancy. It is one of the first Orchids to appear each year and under ideal conditions, it will bloom in large numbers. For more information on Myrtle Benn Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, contact the Kojonup Visitor on (08) 9831 0500 or email [email protected]

03.01.2022 The Rose Maze will be closed to the public this weekend, Saturday 6 July and Sunday 7 July as remedial works are being undertaken to remove and repair structures. The Shire of Kojonup apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.

02.01.2022 Are you looking for something to do with the whole family? This year marks the 113th Annual Kojonup Agricultural Show and will be held on Saturday 17 October at the Kojonup Show grounds. The theme for this year is ‘That 70s Show’. There will be a dress-up competition so come dressed in your favourite 70s outfit. For more information check out the Kojonup Show Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/kojonupshow/

02.01.2022 The Kojonup Visitor Centre is excited to announce the release of our new and improved website. Follow the link to find out more https://www.kojonupvisitors.com.au/ Feedback regarding the website is welcome and can be emailed to [email protected]

02.01.2022 Leigh Qurban has won many awards since commencing his Stand-up Comedy career, including Adelaide Comedian of the Year and Kings of Comedy Comedian of the Year. Leigh has proven to be a crowd favourite to his audience and has supported the likes of Sam Simmons, Felicity Ward and Akmal Saleh. Leigh will be performing in #Kojonup at the Comedy Gold Gala Show on Thursday 29 August at the Kojonup Memorial Hall. Doors open at 6.15pm, Show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets on sale from the Kojonup Visitor Centre at The Kodja Place. Call 9831 0500 for more information.

02.01.2022 Are you looking for something to do over the School Holidays? Why not stop into The Kodja Place and experience the interactive displays, Listen to stories told by the local community and learn how Kojonup got its name. You can also have a Guided Tour of The Kodja Place with Elder Jack Cox. The Kodja Place is open 7 days a week, 9 am 4 pm. For group bookings, phone the Kojonup Visitor Centre on (08) 9831 0500 or email [email protected]

01.01.2022 Friday 27 November saw the official opening of Kojonup’s new EV fast charging station thanks to Synergy. The design was created by Kojonup’s Local Noongar Artist, Craig McVee entitled Connecting with Community. The station is located along the Albany Highway, right outside of the Kodja Place Precinct. While you are waiting for your Vehicle to charge, why not stop into the Kojonup Visitor Centre and The Kodja Place or have some lunch and a coffee at The Black Cockatoo Café. Alternatively, wander up our Main Street and explore our wonderful variety of businesses. For more information contact the Kojonup Visitor Centre on 9831 0500