Wagin Ram "Bart"

One of the Town’s major attractions, "Bart" was built locally in 1985. Thousands of tourists visit the ram annually which is located in the Wetlands Park.

Puntapin at night

Puntapin Rock is approx. 5 minutes drive south/east of Wagin and is well worth the short drive and the climb to see the fabulous 360 degree views.

Bart under the stars

The largest Anatomically correct man made Merino Ram in the known Universe.

Westjets in Wagin

Westjets are a regular visitor to Wagin's airstrip and visitors are welcome to attend.

New News about the Airstrip

Regional Airports Program Round 2 – Funding Success!!

The Shire of Wagin is excited to receive funding from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications, Regional Airports Program Round 2 to the tune of $298,755 to seal the north/south runway.

This project will deliver a new long north/south runway to complete the airstrip that is currently already sealed east/west. The new sealed runway will provide growth with valued resources that come to the region including RFDS, private aircraft, local aero club, model jets and other integral community services that utilise the facility.

Forecast for the completion of this project is scheduled for summer of the 2022/23 financial year.

Airstrip

Wagin Airfield

The Wagin airstrip has two strips: the East-West strip is 1150m in length and the North-South strip is 1050m in length. Major works have been undertaken at the Airstrip in recent times including the installation of pilot activated lighting. All enquiries should be directed to the Shire.

Airstrip Details

Runways are 06/24 sealed and 20 metres wide 1150 metres long, 16/34 gravel and very smooth 20 metres wide and 1050 metres long. Elevation 840 feet with CTAF 126.70. The airfield is fenced so there is no animal hazard and within short walking distance of town.

Westjet Jet with smoke Boeing with Boeing

WESTJET

Wagin Airstrip has also become a hub for model planes, with regular visits from the Western Australian RC Jet Society, and some of their fabulous creations - seen above. The boeing is a perfect replica of the real thing and is often seen in Wagin. Keep an eye on the sky to see when they are here.