Mount Magnet in the Murchison Region is at one with astronomy. Aboriginal astronomy stories of the Badimaya, the Aboriginal people here – still speak to the present age.
Step out of town to experience the Milky Wy from horizon to horizon, the black overarching emu in the sky – indicating tie to collect emu eggs.
From ancient Aboriginal observations, to present futuristic radio astronomy projects in Murchison Region, Mount Magnet celebrates the importance of astronomy and rocks here! A collaborative project, the MOUNT MAGNET ASTRO ROCKS FEST is a weekend event, commencing on Friday and concludes on Sunday night.
This event is sponsored by:
- The Shire of Mount Magnet
- Lotterywest
- Tourism WA
- Horizon Power
