Karijini National Park - Visitor Centre

The Karijini Visitor Centre, in Karijini National Park, was opened on 22 June, 2001. The design of the building represents a goanna moving through the country and is symbolic to local Banyjima Aboriginal people. The tail represents their history, the head the future direction of the traditional owners, and Aboriginal Law is in the centre or stomach. The high, weathered steel walls of the visitor centre mimic the sheet-sided gorges that are a feature of the park.

The building is designed to withstand the fires that are a regular feature of the area. The construction materials, lack of openings and minimal places to trap debris, all help reduce the threat of fire entering or damaging the building.

Inside, the visitor centre interprets the natural and cultural history of the area. A range of static and interactive displays take you on a journey of places and people, past and present, through stories of geology, plants, animals and Aboriginal people and their culture.

The centre provides employment opportunities for local Aboriginal people and gives visitors a chance to speak with them and learn about their association with the land.

A visit to Karijini National Park should include a trip to the visitor centre. You'll be surprised at what you'll find.

 

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Things you need to know

Opening times:
At present, summer opening hours for the visitor centre are 9am – 4pm daily.

Where is it?
Banyjima Drive, Karijini National Park
Phone: (08) 9189 8121
Fax: (08) 9189 8113

Facilities:
A telephone, shaded seating area, toilets and showers (including those for people with disabilities) are adjacent to the carpark. The centre itself contains a display area, theatre and shop. Products for sale include film, cold drinks, and souvenirs.