Manjimup History

12/05/2026

💡 Did you know?

This giant Robey Cross Compound steam engine arrived at the Bunnings Tone River Mill in 1951 after being transported all the way from a sugar mill in Chillagoe, North Queensland 🍬

Workers reportedly found the engine still covered in sugar from its previous job before it began powering saws and machinery in Manjimup’s timber industry.

After decades of hard work, the engine blew its final whistle in December 1978 💨

Pop down to the Steam Museum at Manjimup Heritage Park and see it for yourself!

16/04/2026

🗣️ Curator Talks 📜

Ever wondered about the stories that have shaped our region, or found yourself curious about the objects on display at the Park? As part of the Southern Forests & Valleys Heritage Festival, the Shire is offering free curator talks at the Park. Join our knowledgeable Curator for a guided walk through historic sites, heritage buildings, unique objects and rail relics, while uncovering the stories of the people who helped shape Manjimup and its timber industry.

📆 Tuesday 21 and Thursday 23 April 2026
⏳ 1:00pm
📍 Manjimup Heritage Park, Power Up Museum Foyer
📞 To register, contact Manjimup Visitor Centre 9771 1831 or [email protected]

16/04/2026

02/04/2026

Thank you to all who supported the Manjimup Historical Society Easter raffle.

We hope Carole and Dianne enjoy their prizes 😃

02/04/2026

We strongly encourage our followers to buy tickets to this extremely unique event!

You know you’re from Manjimup when a casual night out somehow turns into stories, lights, and “wait… did you just see that?” moments in the heritage hamlet.. 🌲✨

'Manjimup’s Dark Corners' will be here for four unforgettable nights!

📅 Thursday 23 April 2026 – Sunday 26 April 2026
🕰️ 6:30 PM
📍 Manjimup Heritage Park, 151 Giblett Street, Manjimup

As dusk settles through the tall timbers, the Night-watchman guides you on an immersive journey where history jumps to life around you. From his lantern, characters appear - a bushranger, a bank robber, a refugee, and an Anzac - sharing their stories in a captivating mix of light, sound, and storytelling.

🎟️ $25.00 per ticket | BOOKING REQUIRED
👉 Booking: https://events.humanitix.com/dark-corners

It’s not just history… it’s a night out you’ll be talking about long after the lights go down. 😉

29/01/2026

A little piece of Manjimup history is back where it belongs.

Today, the restored timber whim was installed next to the State Timber Museum, at the Manjimup Heritage Park. This historic piece has been given some TLC by the Manji Men’s Shed, whose time, skill and dedication have helped preserve an important part of our timber heritage. A huge thank you to everyone involved in the restoration and installation - community collaboration at its finest!

Once used in the timber industry to transport logs from the bush, the whim now stands proudly as a reminder of the hard work, ingenuity and community spirit that helped shape our region.

If you’re heading through the park, make sure you stop, take a look and appreciate a story from Manjimup’s past.

📸 Shire President Donelle Buegge, Shire Curator Ian Wilson and Manjimup Heritage Park Caretaker Nick Ciccone stand alongside proud members from the Manji Mens Shed - Leon Brooks, Tony Mudford, Dennis Dickerson and Ron Hunter

05/01/2026

Take a step back in time in the Historic Hamlet, discover replica and original buildings from Manjimup’s timber town era. A great education + adventure stop for curious kids! 🕰️

02/01/2026

The State Timber Reflections space has officially opened as part of the Manjimup Heritage Park, offering a powerful and thoughtful tribute to Western Australia’s timber industry and the people who shaped it.

This transformed reflections room, as part of the State Timber Museum, tells the stories of a long-standing industry through the voices, experiences and memories of those who lived and worked within it. From generations of timber workers and families to the broader community, the space honours the skill, resilience and contribution of an industry that has now come to an end with the transition out of native forestry logging in Western Australia.

State Timber Reflections is designed as an ever-changing space. As stories continue to be shared, the exhibition will grow and evolve. We warmly welcome contributions from the community in the form of stories, photographs and personal memories to help further enrich this place of reflection and learning.

If you have something to share, we would love to hear from you. Together, we can ensure these important stories are preserved and celebrated for generations to come.

Visit the Manjimup Heritage Park and experience State Timber Reflections — a space shaped by community, history and memory.