Dalwallinu
WA 6609 • Western Australia
About Dalwallinu
Dalwallinu is a Wheatbelt service town in Western Australia, situated approximately 280 kilometres north of Perth in the Shire of Dalwallinu. With a population of 826 residents spread across a vast locality of nearly 700 square kilometres, the town functions as the main commercial and administrative centre for the surrounding wheat, sheep, and canola farming region. The landscape is characteristic of the WA Wheatbelt — broad open plains with cleared agricultural land and patches of remnant native vegetation.
The town provides essential services for the local farming community, including a school, medical facilities, a supermarket, hotel, and the sporting clubs that form the social fabric of outback WA towns. Dalwallinu is connected to Perth via sealed highway routes and is served by Transwa coach services, though a private vehicle remains essential for daily life. The community has a strong rural identity, with agricultural shows, sporting events, and community organisations anchoring the town's social life.
Dalwallinu falls under postcode 6609 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa coach — Perth CBD (Elizabeth Quay) Approx. 3 hr 30 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Brand Highway and then connecting roads provide the main route south to Perth; Transwa coaches operate regular services
A private vehicle is essential; the town centre has basic services but distances between facilities and rural isolation make car ownership necessary
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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97 Johnston Street