About Walga Rock
Walga Rock is a things to do venue in Cue, Western Australia.
The rock holds cultural significance for the Wajarri tribe, who are the traditional owners. The gallery is considered one of the most extensive in Australia and has been the subject of ongoing research since the 1930s.
The first European record of Walga Rock was made by Daisy Bates in 1908. One notable painting in the gallery is of a ship, which has sparked various theories about its origin.
Similar ship paintings can be found along the Western Australian coast, including one of the SS Xantho at Inthanoona Station in Cossack. The first European account of the painting appeared in the Geraldton Guardian in 1928, and it is closely linked to Sammy “Malay,” an indentured laborer who settled in the area with the Wajarri people.
The Yamaji people believe it is a “warning story” about pearlers capturing Aboriginal individuals and leaving them on offshore islands. Walga Rock is an important cultural site and natural landmark that provides insights into the area’s diverse history.
Good to know
- Type: Things to Do
- Area: Cue, Western Australia
- Phone: (08) 9963 8600
- Website: visit ↗
Frequently asked questions
Where is Walga Rock?
Walga Rock is located at Cue Dalgaranga Road, Cue WA 6640, Cue, Western Australia, Australia.
What type of place is Walga Rock?
Walga Rock is a things to do venue in Cue, Western Australia.
How can I contact Walga Rock?
You can call (08) 9963 8600, or visit their website (linked on this page).
Find more things to do in Cue or browse the Cue local guide.
Address
Cue Dalgaranga Road, Cue WA 6640, Cue, Western Australia, Australia
Phone
(08) 9963 8600
Website
Visit website ↗
Category
Things to Do
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