Walpeup

Overview

In 1932 CSIRO Mallee Research Station was constructed at Walpeup to investigate the methods of controlling soil erosion, the most suitable crops and pastures, and general farm management. Walpeup is also a strong dryland farming area.

History

The Walpeup township was settled quite late, a full Post Office opening on December 16, 1912. The Walpeup Memorial Hall houses a large collection of historic photographs of locals who attended either World War, a ‘welcome home’ banner from the first world war - only found within the last five years and now restored and displayed - and a hand-sewn community Mural tapestry created in 1989.

Places of interest

CSIRO Research Station (is the highest point in the Mallee)
Nature reserve
Walpeup Memorial Hall
Dryland gardens

Accommodation

1 x caravan park
Hostel at CSIRO Mallee Research Station

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