Views of Katanning Today
Katanning has grown and developed into a thriving community since those early days of the late 1800’s. The railway no longer plays a major role in the community with trains generally passing straight through.
The Flour Mill, although still a major feature of the CBD streetscape, no longer operates as a mill and has been repurposed as a boutique hotel, wine bar and cafe.
The town has received a major beautification make-over including the All Ages Adventure playground, the CBD area and Piesse Park. This park has seen the construction of a man-made lake, a nature park and an ampitheatre.
The Katanning Shire Council has constructed a new office block and civic centre which incorporates the old Katanning Hotel building.
Many businesses have come and gone over the years with only a few still remaining from the early days. With the changing retail landscape, like every other community today, even though the retail sector is struggling the business community remains strong.
PHOTOS ABOVE
- Kobeelya
- Federal Hotel
- Town Hall
- Winery Ruins
- Commonwealth Bank
- Old ANZ Bank
- Mosque
- Roller Flour Mill
PHOTOS BELOW
- Piesse/Richardson Building
- BKW Co-operative Ltd
- Post Office
- King George Hostel
- Library/Gallery
- Museum (First Government School)
- All Ages Adventure Playground
- Katanning Civic Centre
Situated on the Great Southern Highway (State Route 120), which runs from Northam to Cranbrook, Katanning is the regional centre of the Central Great Southern region.
Route 120 is the better and safer way to travel south for your holidays. There’s virtually no traffic or big trucks and you can take a leisurely drive through over fifteen historic towns. Each town has unique landmarks well worth stopping for and checking out. You can visit the Route 120 website HERE.
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