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Hitching Rail, Commemorative Telegraph Pole and Horse Watering Trough
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Address
Barrack Street
Merredin 6415
Western Australia
Phone: 08 9041 1668
Fax: 08 9041 2788
Website: www.wheatbelttourism.com
Hitching Rail, Commemorative Telegraph Pole and Horse Watering Trough Information
Within the centre of the charming town of Merredin you will find the Hitching Rail, Commemorative Telegraph Pole and Horse Watering Trough. Relax under the shade of the large native trees within the park and read the informative plaques to learn the history, and get a greater appreciation of these three fascinating attractions.
Horses used to be tied to the 1920s Hitching Rail and would drink from the old water trough when the locals came into the town centre. The nearby telegraph pole was erected to commemorate the development of the momentous Perth to Southern Cross telegraph service project in the late 1800s.
Merredin is the largest regional town in the Central Eastern Wheatbelt and is a three hour drive east of Perth. During your visit make time to enjoy a drive along the Merredin Peak Heritage Trail or take a stroll along one of the walk trails on offer which are even more spectacular during the wildflower season.
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