About this place
What to expect
Take a break and discover a fascinating piece of local history at Cooinda Reserve in West Wyalong. With amenities, a covered barbecue area and space for dogs to run, the reserve is an inviting place to relax while exploring the district's past. See the striking replica Poppet Head and Neeld's Hut and learn about the early gold mining days of West Wyalong and Wyalong. Interpretive panels reveal stories from the district's past, while other features include a replica malleefowl nest, metal junk art and information about the local eucalyptus oil industry. The Poppet Head commemorates a mine that operated from 1894 to 1920, while the replica Neeld's Hut recalls the bark hut built by early settler George Neeld in 1893. Together, these displays offer visitors an interesting glimpse into the people, industries and stories that helped shape the district.