When it comes to australias top 4wd tracks, they dont come much bigger than the canning stock route. Although the nonindigenous history of the stock route is fairly wellknown, the aboriginal story has until now only been glimpsed in paintings. Journal article 1994 1739 a brief history of the canning stock route book 1980 1047 a time to keep. The canning stock route is an old cattle droving route that was developed in the early part of the 20th century to allow stock cattle to be driven a direct, overland route from the kimberley to perth bypassing the various diseases they usually picked up when passing along the coast. It is a place of living history the longest heritage trail in australia.
The canning stock route group brings people together from all over australia and the world, to learn, discuss. The track is named after alfred wernam canning who was commissioned to survey a stock route in 1906. Mar 31, 2012 ronele and eric gard have written a first rate paperback of 540 pages titled canning stock route. One indigenous voice for the canning stock route csr about intro. Although the nonindigenous history of the stock route is fairly wellknown, the aboriginal story has until now only been glimpsed in paintings of celebrated aboriginal artists like rover thomas and eubena nampitjin. Yiwarra kuju tells the story of the routes impact, and the importance of the country around it, interpreted through aboriginal eyes and voices. This is not just another map of the canning stock route, it is the musthave map for anyone contemplating or doing the journey. How to prepare for the canning stock route one of the. Canning stock route tour broome to newman or broome 16. A dark chapter of history is tied up in the name of the. Thanks for information in this booklet that was kindly provided by the leave no trace program, and by the australian national 4wd council from its book travelling in outback australia by g. The original route includes 51 wells and stretches 2,0 kilometres from halls creek to wiluna.
More than 15 languages are spoken in the region intersected by the stock route. The canning stock route national museum of australia on. See more ideas about canning, western australia and australia. Running almost 2000 kilometres, from halls creek in the kimberley to wiluna in the south, the canning stock route crosses the traditional land of many aboriginal language groups. The canning stock route cuts a single line across three deserts the great sandy, the little sandy and the gibson along nearly 2000 kilometres of unforgiving dirt track and hundreds of sandhills. Crossing the great sandy desert, the little sandy desert and large portions of the gibson desert, it is almost 2,000 km long.
Its a hell of a trip as the stock route has not been maintained since the 80s. Canning stock route daryl beattie adventures book a tour. The history of the canning stock route has been well documented from the colonial. Original historical documents are combined with oral history in a narrative that covers the origins of the stock route, surveying, construction of the wells, droving, deaths and murders, exploration and. Canning stock route map westprint maps books travel. Canning stock route and a century of new history abc. A comprehensive history of the canning stock route.
Back to tour listing back to tour category listing. It is a line on the map that brings extraordinary stories of people and country together. This heavily referenced and comprehensively indexed book is destined to become the definitive history of the canning stock route and will appeal to general. Since 1980, he and ronele have travelled the canning stock route more than 40 times. This exhibition tells the story of the recovery of the indigenous histories, says michael pickering, head of the aboriginal and torres strait islander program at the national museum of australia. The stock route runs up the centre of western australia, extending from halls creek to wiluna. Dec 12, 20 the canning stock route has a mythical quality. The history of the canning stock route is, therefore, not just an important story of the development of the north of the state of western australia.
This link is provided for those seeking long term preparations and gaining as much information as possble to make a succesful journey along the canning stock route. The canning stock route books and arts abc radio national. The track traverses pristine aussie deserts and has its fair share of rough corrugations, rocks and over 700 sand dunes. Our canning stock route tours travel the original canning stock route created by albert canning in 1908 for kimberley cattlemen to take their stock to the southern markets. The canning stock route is the longest historic stock route in the world, running 1,780 kms through the desert region of western australia.
It runs to halls creek in the kimberley region from wiluna in the midwest region, both in western australia. Canning stock route expedition 4wd tagalongtour 1st jul 2020 22nd jul 2020. Planning for the canning stock route things to know before tackling the loneliest fourwheel drive track on earth if youre craving some fresh air and time out in the bush, the canning stock route could be the challenge you didnt know you needed. There are no shopping opportunities along the track and fuel is available in one remote aboriginal community only. Feb 23, 2020 western australia, western deserts, canning stock route. Following the route or close to it blazed by alfred canning back in 1906, this track covers roughly 1850km of pure offroad heaven, stretching from halls creek in the kimberley region to wiluna in midwest western australia. Canning and the development and subsequent use of the. Erics talk was a wonderful blend of geography, botany and history. It is a story of contact, conflict and survival, of exodus and return. From 1906 to 1907, canning conducted a full survey from north to south and return and fund a stock route was. I first travelled the canning back in the mid1980s and have returned many times since. Canning stock route for the enjoyment of all australians indigenous and nonindigenous.
It took six months for the party to cross the 2000 km of trackless desert. Unlike most commercial operators, we travel the entire length of the canning stock route. Includes sectional maps and notes, lots of history retracing the original route, recent history, trip preparation, places of interest and natural history. The canning stock route that cut through the gibson, great. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. The canning stock route history of aboriginal interaction. The australian geographic book of the canning stock route. It was created as a stock route between the towns of halls creek in the east kimberley and wiluna in central western australia. In 2007, nearly 70 aboriginal artists traveled through the canning stock route a track in western australia along which cattle could be driven from kimberley stations in the north to markets in the southto return to places they had left as children, reconnect with family, or reclaim histories. The canning stock route project tells an intercultural and intergenerational story of aboriginal community, collaboration and reconciliation. There are numerous books available which can assist you in your planning process. The australian geographic book of the canning stock route, canning stock route by eric and ronelle gard three editions and work completed, canning a comprehensive history of the canning stock route 19082010 by phil bianchi.
The history of the canning stock route has been well documented from the colonial perspective accounts of european explorers, drovers, prospectors and law enforcers but increasingly the aboriginal history of the track is also being recognised and aboriginal people are keen to have their story told. The most important thing before we drive the canning stock route is a reliable 4wd vehicle, having enough food, water, fuel and good health. Canning and his men set off from wiluna on 29 may, 1908. The entire route has been mapped out with every conceivable point of interest marked clearly with gps references for all to find. The canning stock route is the longest historic stock route in the world traversing three deserts the great sandy, little and gibson. Over 200,000 units sold since 1979, including 2500. He and his wife ronele wrote that book, and erics talk brought back many memories. Preparation is important to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable journey on the canning stock route csr. Our toyota landcruiser is in perfect condition for the canning stock route. A quick highlight video from this years trip along the canning stock route.
How to prepare for the canning stock route one of the world. Permits for the canning stock route cancelled immediately. It details the history of the development of the track, the highs and lows of alfred cannings career, problems with his employees and the aboriginies they encountered on the track. You can choose to travel in our vehicles or tagalong in your own. I had just paddled 800kms from augusta to geraldton and cycled 810kms from geraldton to wiluna but the canning stock route. The party travelled north from wiluna to halls in 1906 and 1907 with aboriginal guides showing them water sources. With a total distance of around 1,850 km 1,150 mi it is the longest historic stock route in the world. A dark chapter of history is tied up in the name of the canning. The canning stock route 2,000 klicks offroad in western austalia. Sep 21, 2017 the canning stock route is a track that runs from halls creek in the kimberley region of western australia to wiluna in the midwest region. The canning stock route was created by alfred canning, who was chosen to survey a route for kimberley cattlemen to take their stock to the southern markets at a time when cattle tick issues prevented the use of other transport methods. History of the canning stock route the canning stock route is a 1850kilometre long track running between halls creek and wiluna in western australia.
It explores their cultural diversity and interconnections with each other and their country and their part in a greater australian story. Let our expert guide lead you along the loneliest 4wd track in the world on a challenging 4wd outback tour in the safety of a small convoy. The ride also featured in the adventure bicycle touring magazine, bunyan. A comprehensive history of the canning stock route 19062010 by phil bianchi the story of alfred w. Since 1983 three good books on the canning stock route have been published. The canning today is one of the worlds greatest 4x4 adventures that combines a rich cultural heritage, extraordinary natural history, and an exciting remote area tour. And the fate of the western desert people in western australia is one example. The route is reputed to be the longest stock route in the world. The canning stock route is a track that runs from halls creek in the kimberley region of western australia to wiluna in the midwest region. Laurie mclean et al travelled the canning in 2007 and 2010 and provided me with their photos on cd. The wells along the route include bores, lined wells, and modified natural water sources. He mentioned the original establishment of the route by alfred canning in the early 20thcentury and his refurbishment of it in 193031, after another contractor proved unsuccessful. Booktopia has yiwarra kuju, the canning stock route by national museum of.
The l700kilometre long canning stock route csr crosses a remote part of western australia. The canning stock route group brings people together from all over australia and the world, to learn, discuss and share their experiences on the stock route. The canning stock route csr is a place where indigenous and nonindigenous histories intersect. A comprehensive history of the canning stock route 1096 2010 book 20 10171 the beckoning west. The canning stock route is a 1850 km outback track through the gibson and the great sandy desert. Once exonerated of all charges canning was appointed to lead the party to construct the stock route wells.
Canning and his men had established 51 wells or waters. Kanyirninpa jukurrpa who also publish the canning stock route information booklet booklet which accompanies the entry permits. Aug 11, 2017 we have just completed one of the worlds longest and remote public tracks. Canning stock route is an exhibition in which aboriginal painters and storytellers share their own accounts of the legendary. The canning stock route is a 1850kilometre long track running between halls creek and wiluna in western australia. No longer in use as a stock route this is now a vehicular track allowing access to the wells constructed as stock watering holes. The canning stock route is a track that runs from halls creek in the kimberley region of western australia.
This group of pictures are of graves and scenery as photographed by john stuart who was part of the well reconstruction party of 1930. The canning stock route western australia home facebook. This heavily referenced and comprehensively indexed book is destined to become the definitive history of the canning stock route and will appeal to general and professional readers, historians, anthropologists, scientists, family history researchers, local shires, tour companies, tourists and csr travellers. Back who we are history ranger teams latest news back plan your. Canning stock route is a show that provides a forum for aboriginal painters and storytellers to share their own accounts of the legendary canning stock route in wa. The canning stock route john carty, carly davenport, monique.
The following are just a few suggested by the australian national 4wd council. Canning stock route is one of the toughest tracks in the world. What are the top 3 things to see on the canning stock route. The history of the canning stock route has been well documented from the colonial perspective accounts of european explorers, drovers, prospectors and law enforcers but increasingly the aboriginal history of the track is also being recognised, and aboriginal people are keen to have their story told. Still, this trip on which i led an australian geographic society 4wd tagalong tour was the first time in 10 years id driven the stock routes full length and it was great to once again soak up the history that pervades the track, and to marvel at the changes of vegetation and habitat along its. The canning stock route australia canning stock route. Running for 1850km through outback western australia, the canning stock route is one of the worlds most challenging and remote 4wd tracks.
Daryl beattie adventures offers canning stock route from days nights. The canning stock route western australia, wiluna, western australia. Here is more on the history of the canning stock route. This intro is just a short tidbit of our 4x4 4wd expedition in west australia on the worlds longest offroad track the canning stock route. A dark chapter of history is tied up in the name of the canning electorate paul daley alfred canning s 1,850kilometre stock route became the point at which white history intersected and clashed. The canning stock route is long, tough, rough but beguiling in. This is how we prepare for the canning stock route vehicle. The white man history has been told and its today in the book. Canning stock route expedition australian tours global. This new book features photographs, maps, exploration and droving journals that have never been.
Canning stock route one road expedition outback australia. The canning stock route is a track that runs from halls creek in the kimberley region of. A number of the wells may still be in extant and in their form. Still, this trip on which i led an australian geographic society 4wd tagalong tour was the first time in 10 years id driven the stock route s full length and it was great to once again soak up the history that pervades the track, and to marvel at the changes of vegetation and habitat along its. The aboriginal people of australias western desert lived in their homelands for thousands of years. A stock route, also known as travelling stock route tsr, is an authorised thoroughfare for the walking of domestic livestock such as sheep or cattle from one location to another in australia. The stock routes across the country are colloquially known as the long paddock or long paddock.
Canning stock routeis a show that provides a forum for aboriginal painters and storytellers to share their own accounts of the legendary canning stock route in wa. The canning stock route csr continues to lure wellequipped modern adventurers to the golden aura of its 1800 km of sandy track from central to northwestern wa, through the little sandy, gibson, great sandy and tanami deserts. Outback spirit operates mercedes benz g wagons for its unique adventures across the canning stock route and simpson desert. The canning stock route australia global gypsies tours. Planning for a road trip on the canning stock route rac wa. Gunbarrel or gcr are better with more spots to camp with less idiots wiluna though what a town fourty bucks for a tin of milo and a street scape that looks like a war zone possibly the second most depressing and disgusting town in the country due to the. Canning and the development and subsequent use of the 1800 kilometre long canning stock route from halls creek to wiluna is told in this new volume. It is named after alfred wernam canning who surveyed the route in 190607. Peter bridge phil bianchi, sheryl milentis, gail dreezens, tony vincent.
It is primarily a bush track and in parts is wildly beautiful with fresh water springs creating astonishing oases in literally the middle of nowhere. The canning stock route is a track that runs from halls creek in the kimberley region of western australia to wiluna in the midwest region of western australia. Oct 01, 2010 in 2007, nearly 70 aboriginal artists traveled through the canning stock routea track in western australia along which cattle could be driven from kimberley stations in the north to markets in the southto return to places they had left as children, reconnect with family, or reclaim histories. Heritage council places database canning stock route the canning stock route stretched between wiluna and halls creek, a distance of approximately 1850 km. Canning stock route tours from broome, darwin, kununurra, halls creek, perth, alice springs.
It wqs surveyed and constructed in the period 19061910 to provide access to southern markets for the. Through the vast deserts of western australia, the canning stock route is one of the toughest and most remote tracks in the world. The canning stock route is a longdistance remote stretch of track through the gibson and great sandy deserts. The canning stock route runs from wiluna to halls creek and is arguably the most remote track in australia and one of the longest. Jun 09, 2009 i first travelled the canning back in the mid1980s and have returned many times since. Alfred cannings 1850kilometre stock route became the point at which white history intersected and clashed with the indigenous dreaming. The utilitarian variant, the professional, is one of the most capable and robust allterrain vehicles in the world and the longest produced mercedes benz in history. The canning stock route project set out to tell this story through aboriginal art and in aboriginal voices. Above all, it is a story of family, culture and country.
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