Western Australia location profile
Roelands WA 6226
Roelands is a small semi-rural locality in the Shire of Harvey, prized for its rolling farmland, Collie River valley scenery, and quiet lifestyle. It appeals to families and tree-changers seeking acreage living within easy reach of Bunbury and the coastal amenities of Australind and Eaton.
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Why families consider Roelands
Predominantly families and owner-occupiers on lifestyle blocks and farms, with a relaxed country feel and strong ties to nearby service towns. Daily needs are met in Brunswick Junction, Australind and Bunbury, with commuters using major highways for work and study.
Amenities & services
- Treendale Shopping Centre (Australind)
- Eaton Fair Shopping Centre (Eaton)
- Bunbury Centrepoint & CBD retail (Bunbury)
- Bunbury Hospital – South West Health Campus (Bunbury)
- Australind Medical Centre (Australind)
- Brunswick Junction GP & pharmacy (Brunswick Junction)
- Local cafes/takeaways in Brunswick Junction & Burekup
- Broader dining in Bunbury waterfront & CBD
- Australind Library (Australind)
- Harvey Library (Harvey)
- Bunbury Public Library (Bunbury)
- Eaton Library (Eaton)
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest passenger rail: Brunswick Junction (Transwa Australind service); Bunbury Passenger Terminal (terminus)
- Transwa coach services along South Western Highway
- School bus services to local schools and Bunbury
- Major roads: South Western Highway (State Route 20), Coalfields Highway (State Route 107), access to Forrest Highway via Australind/Eaton
Lifestyle & recreation
- Collie River fishing, kayaking and picnic spots
- Ferguson Valley wineries, breweries and walking trails
- Brunswick Junction Recreation Ground & sports clubs
- Eaton Recreation Centre (gym, courts, programs)
- Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (theatre, events)
- Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park
- Wellington National Park
- Collie River foreshore reserves
- Millbridge Nature Reserve (Eaton)
- Brunswick River parklands (Brunswick Junction)
Education context
Limited in Roelands itself; broader choice of long day care, OSHC and family day care in Brunswick Junction, Eaton, Australind and Bunbury, with moderate waitlists in peak periods.
- Edith Cowan University South West (Bunbury Campus)
- UWA Rural Clinical School (Bunbury Health Campus)
- Murdoch/Curtin clinical training hubs associated with Bunbury Health Campus