Western Australia’s Kalbarri may have been in the making for over 400 million years, but only recently did it receive a wild makeover. In early 2021, the coastal town of 1350 was severely affected by tropical cyclone Seroja. Kalbarri and neighbouring town Northampton were caught up in the cyclone’s path of destruction across the state’s mid-west region. Seventy per cent of buildings were either damaged or devasted in each town.
But yesterday’s gloom does not mean Kalbarri is doomed.
Slowly but surely, Kalbarri is rising from ruin. Located 570km north of Perth, the popular resort town remains one of the state’s top family-friendly destinations. And although it may currently lack places to wine and dine as a result of cyclone damage, the town’s true zest is found outdoors, with a wealth of nature-based activities found on its rugged doorstep.
50 SHADES OF RED
Arriving in Kalbarri was almost akin to entering a boiler room. It was hot! And the intense, dry heat almost knocked my dad and me out. (If you can, it’s best to plan
