Welshpool is a commercial hub, home to a plethora of businesses and warehouses including the Wesfeeds Factory, a Western Australia Department of Transport office, an Australia Post Business Centre and an archive of the Western Australian Museum. This suburb is a stone’s throw away to transport and freight centres as well as Kewdale, another industrial suburb.
Rent a Truck to handle the heavy-duty jobs. As the Perth Freight Terminal is a large part of the freight network in Western Australia, it sends and receives shipping containers from the Port of Fremantle. It’s also home to a number of logistics companies including Linfox, K&S Freighters and Toll.
In the Welshpool area, there are a variety of cafes and restaurants that offer the perfect place for a cuppa or scrumptious bite to eat. Café 64 Lunch Bar Express has a wide range of dishes to choose from and is a great stop off before continuing your journey. Lucky Star Kitchen has rave reviews for its local Chinese cuisine at a great price, while Lunch Craft is said to be one of the best lunch bars in the area. Aroma is a well-known café off of Kewdale Road – stop by or take away a snack.
The Kewdale Tavern is a classic pub to sink your teeth into a hearty meal while watching a sports match. With a beer garden and 10 large screen TVs, this venue is keen to stick to locally sourced produce.
If you’re after something that will prove durable through your next road trip, a 4WD will do the trick nicely. Adventure from Welshpool to a variety of destinations off the beaten path:
- Albany is a popular destination a 4.5-hour drive south of Welshpool. Visit The Gap and Natural Bridge as well as the countless beaches.
- Swan Valley boasts WA’s finest wineries, art studios, and sweeping landscapes less than one hour outside of Welshpool.
- Rockingham and Penguin Island are a 45-minute drive south of Welshpool and offer turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and unforgettable experiences with native marine life.
- Take a 3-hour drive north to The Pinnacles Desert, a renowned Aussie destination with thousands of natural limestone structures. Trek through Nambung National Park for an up close and personal experience or see The Pinnacles from the comfort of their vehicle. With varying colour schemes, the panorama will leave you in awe.
- Mundaring Powerlines Track is just a 40-minute drive outside of Welshpool in the Mundaring State Forest. This is for the thrill seekers who want a taste of a true 4WD experience (this track is not for 4WD beginners).
- Julimar State Forest is a 45-minute drive north of Welshpool and is another enclave perfect for 4WD activities. Explore the winding tracks with caution, and research which are best for your 4WD knowledge.
From Welshpool, rent a 4WD or Truck to get those heavy-duty jobs done or to explore the region with ease.
