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Where is Kalgoorlie, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Kalgoorlie is located in the eastern Goldfields region of Western Australia, about 600 kilometres east of Perth. It lies between the vast semi-arid plains of the Outback and the historic mining landscapes that surround the Golden Mile. It is famous for its gold mining heritage, the Super Pit mine, and its well-preserved historic architecture.

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Facts about Kalgoorlie, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Western Australia
Region	Goldfields–Esperance Region
Location	In the Eastern Goldfields, about 595 km east of Perth, near the Great Western Woodlands
Coordinates	30.75° S, 121.47° E
Local Government Area	City of Kalgoorlie–Boulder
Founded	1893
Original Name	Kalgoorlie (from the Wangai word “Karlkurla,” meaning “place of the silky pears”)
Elevation	~468 m
Population	Approx. 30,000 (Kalgoorlie–Boulder urban area)
Area	Approx. 95 sq km (urban)
Time Zone	AWST (UTC+08:00)
Postcode	6430
Major Waterways	No major rivers; relies on the historic Goldfields Water Supply Scheme
Top Attractions	Super Pit Gold Mine, Hannans North Tourist Mine, Goldfields Museum, Karlkurla Bushland Park, Kalgoorlie Town Hall.
Demonym	Kalgoorlie residents
Main Industries	Gold mining, mineral processing, engineering, tourism
Nearest Airport	Kalgoorlie–Boulder Airport (KGI)
Website	https://www.ckb.wa.gov.au

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