Western Australia location profile
Kojonup WA 6395
Kojonup is a historic rural township in Western Australia’s Great Southern, known for its strong farming heritage, Noongar culture, and friendly, close‑knit community. It offers essential services, affordable living, and a relaxed country lifestyle on the Albany Highway between Perth and Albany.
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Why families consider Kojonup
Agricultural service centre with a mix of farm families, tradespeople, and retirees; community-minded with active sport, volunteering, and local events. Lifestyle is quiet and practical, centred on schools, sport, and seasonal farm rhythms, with heritage and cultural attractions at The Kodja Place.
Amenities & services
- Kojonup IGA supermarket and local shops on Albany Highway
- Kojonup Co‑Operative & rural supplies
- Kojonup District Health Service (hospital) and medical centre
- Community pharmacy
- Post office and basic banking agencies
- Black Cockatoo Cafe, Kojonup Bakery, Royal Hotel Kojonup bistro
- The Kodja Place & Visitor Centre
- Kojonup Public Library – Shire of Kojonup, Albany Highway
Transport & connectivity
- No passenger train services
- Transwa coach services (Perth–Albany) stop in Kojonup
- Albany Highway (State Route 30)
- Kojonup–Boyup Brook Road
- Arthur–Kojonup Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- The Kodja Place & Kojonup Rose Maze (museum/cultural centre)
- Kojonup Sports Complex (ovals, courts)
- Kojonup Swimming Pool
- Kojonup Golf Club
- Town Hall and community events
- Myrtle Benn Flora & Fauna Sanctuary
- Kojonup Spring & Rose Maze precinct
- Apex Park
- Kojonup Recreation Ground
- Railway Station parkland
Education context
One long day care service (Kojonup Early Learning Centre) with limited places; family day care options in the wider region.
- The University of Western Australia – Albany Centre (Albany)
- Edith Cowan University – South West Campus (Bunbury)
- Curtin University – Bentley campus (Perth)