Resources in the Canning District
When collating, accessing and coordinating any of these recommended sources of information, teachers and schools should engage and communicate effectively with the local Noongar community to ensure inclusion of Noongar perspectives and participation Teachers can use their AIEOs to make contact with speakers or use the Aboriginal Services team at the Canning District Office.
The Canning River (or Dyarlgaard) is Noongar country of the Beeliar people who are one of the traditional owners of this important waterway. The City of Canning offers various educational and recreational activities through its Canning River Walk Trails that could be of interest to teachers. eg
- Butterflies, Birds & Bridges Loop (theme: Biodiversity – the spice of life)
- Around the river from Kent Street Weir to Greenfield Street footbridge and return
- Woodloes Walk (theme: The Canning and its people)
- From Mason’s Landing to Kent Street Weir
There are numerous paths available for walkers throughout the Canning River Regional Park. These are just two of many that are recommended. For more information, contact the City of Canning 9231 0655, or the Department of Conservation and Land Management 9431 6500.
City of Gosnells – Heritage & Tourism
The historical sites of Gosnells are a part of the district’s story and reflect the hard work of many of its early settlers and the Noongar historical perspective. Information about the following can be found at the City of Gosnells website.
- Heritage Register
- City of Gosnells Museum – Wilkinson Homestead
- Community Buildings
- Local Historical Collection
- Other Historical Venues
- Tourism
- Hillside Farm
City of Armadale
Recommended places and sites to visit:
- Armadale Visitor Centre
- Minnawarra Park
- Spring Family Bushwalks
- History House Museum
- Tumbulgum Farm – specialized in Aboriginal culture
- Armadale Reptile & Wildlife Centre
- Cohuna Koala Park