Mt Welcome Lookout

West Coast Australia


The highest point in Roebourne, the Mt Welcome summit has great 360-degree views of the surrounding countryside. The hilltop is dotted with six sculptures, which represent Aboriginal nations that are the closest neighbours of the Ngarluma.


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