Saturday, July 31, 2010

Collie - coal mining town

Collie is the only coal mining town in WA. No coal is exported it is used to fire up all the power stations in WA.
This is Stockton lake 8 kms east of Collie. Stayed here the night & were treated to this lovely view in the morning.



This beautiful Anglican church was donated by a Welsh lady who's husband had worked in coal mines in Wales. It was built in early 1930's at cost of 2000 pounds.

Mural was painted on canvas & glued to the wall. Cost 1500 pounds.



Stain glass window

Another painting in dome above the altar

St Brigids Catholic church

Bob & coalminer statue outside tourist information centre. They have a replica coal mine next to the centre where you can do a tour & learn about how harsh the working conditions were & all for about 6 Quid for 6 days work. No occupational health & safety rules back then!!!


Wattle tree in full bloom.

Minniup pool, great swimming hole in summer, Collie river

Last stop on way out of town Mumby pub @ Mumbillup.

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