$1.92 million visitor centre unveiled at Purnululu National Park

Coinciding with the 20-year anniversary of Purnululu National Park’s World Heritage listing for, a state-of-the-art $1.92 million visitor centre has been unveiled at the Park in the heart of Western Australia's East Kimberley.

WA Environment Minister Reece Whitby travelled to the region for the official opening, with access to the public scheduled for 1st May in time for this year's tourist season.

The new building has been designed to fit in with the unique, natural surroundings of Purnululu National Park and educate visitors about the Traditional Owners of the land, the Jaru and Gija people and their culture.

The redevelopment will accommodate the growing needs of the park and enrich the visitor experience. Construction of the centre began in October 2021.

The building has large east facing windows showcasing the view of the striking ancient rock formations of the Bungle Bungle range.

Purnululu National Park has been World Heritage Listed since July 2003 for its outstanding natural geological values. The area spans 240,000 hectares.

WA Environment Minister Reece Whitby noted "This new information hub will help educate visitors about the cultural and natural significance of this unique destination.

"The Bungle Bungle range will take your breath away. I'm proud this new visitor centre will support the ongoing management of the World Heritage Listed Purnululu National Park for years to come.

"We are incredibly lucky Western Australia is home to several World Heritage Listed sites such as the Ningaloo Coast and Shark Bay."

The new visitor centre has received a combination of State and Federal funding. It's also been funded through Australian Heritage Grants.

It will open daily from 8am to 4pm and close during the wet season.