Woolgorong Homestead is in a state of decay, what would Mr Lee-Steer (the original owner) think? Formerly a sheep station with over 20 windmills to supply water to livestock and people, today there are only a few windmills to be seen, mainly near the homestead. It's sad to see the buildings that once supported the primary industries falling into disrepair. Interestingly, a report by the state heritage department in 2013, noted that the place was in poor condition, roofs missing, water damage, external walls collapsing to name a few. . . and in 2023 it's only gotten worse.
Woolgorong Station was divided into 28 paddocks and some of these are still defined although fencing has either been removed or fallen down so the paddocks slowly becoming one large paddock.
There are caretakers in residence who have kept the homestead in good repair and they try to manage the now feral cattle however they require support by Parks and Wildlife to upkeep the supporting buildings.
Fun Fact - Around 20th Dec 1960 a meteorite fell on Woolgorong Station although the impact site wasn't actually found until July 1961. Five large pieces were found with a total wight of around 34kgs.
Woolgorong Station WA is not be confused with Woogorang Station in QLD, who'd have thought one little "a" could equal 2800 kms
Woolgorong Pastoral Lease is on the Traditional lands of the Mullewa Wadjari, Wajarri Yamatji, Widi peoples.
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This video was filmed in 4K with a Mavic 3 Pro
Chapters
0:14 - Over the windmill
0:44 - The Homestead
1:22 - In Disrepair
1:37 - Overhead
2:00 - Through the gate