Wyalkatchem Newest Mural

Wyalkatchem witnessed another breathtaking sunset, setting the perfect backdrop for the unveiling of our newest mural at the street party. It was a vibrant celebration, blending art and nature seamlessly. The guests who opted to stay overnight had a wonderful experience. The group of six enjoyed a short 100-meter walk to the lively street party. The children delighted in a…

The unveiling of a new Mural

This Saturday 29th March 2025, is the unveiling of Wyalkatchem’s new mural. What a bright eyecatching piece of art work. The mural has been painted, by Tammi de Rooy, on the side of the Wyalkatchem Hotel. The amazing mural is a road safety message depicting scenes associated with the Wyalkatchem district. To celebrate this work of art, the Wyalkatchem community…

Inaugural Motorbike Ride

It was 10am in the morning and the town of Wyalkatchem was alerted to the sounds of motorcycles purring into the main street, today was the very first inaugural motorbike ride around the Wheatbelt, the brainchild of Rod Lawson Kerr. Within the hour there were over 50 motorcycles parked opposite the Wyalkatchem Garden Café. What a great place to start…

Michelle Eaton rides afain

Have motorcycle, will ride!

You’d be forgiven for thinking Wyalkatchem—known locally as Wylie—is just another sleepy stop along the Wheatbelt Way. Think again. This little town has a knack for surprises, with small and large events popping up all the time. Today’s impromptu motorcycle ride, brainchild of Rod Lawson Kerr is proof of that. The Wheatbelt Way is one of Western Australia’s hidden gems—a…

Farewell to a great man

Hi Happy Travellers, Some sad news, Brendan (The Bearded Wonder) Eaton has passed after a very short illness. I decided to have an informal Memorial, held at the Travellers Park, to celebrate Brendan’s amazing life. The guests began to arrive at the Kevin Jones Camp Kitchen only to be greeted by a photo board of Brendan’s life.  The board was…