Overview
Clackline is a small Wheatbelt village of 330 residents with an unusual name of unknown origin. It grew up at a railway junction where the Eastern Railway from Perth to Northam had a branch to Toodyay, but the railway was re-routed in 1966 and the town declined.
Day Trips · History
Before you go
Connectivity
4G available from Optus and Telstra only. No Vodafone signal and no 5G coverage in the area as of 2023.
Money
No ATM in the village; use banks in Northam before arriving. Most businesses are cash-only or card with surcharge.
Safety
The derelict brickworks site is free to explore but beware of entering unstable buildings. The area is remote with limited emergency services.
Shopping
The village store has closed permanently. Stock up on all supplies in Northam before arriving.
Transport
Transwa buses between Perth and Northam stop at Clackline crossroads but require advance booking. A car is essential for exploring beyond the village centre.
