Manjimup   WA  6258
	Population: 4,100,   Height above sea level: 287m Latitude: -34.1500,   Longitude: 116.8000 Location:   305km south of Perth Highway: South Western Hwy  Nearest Major Town: Bunbury Nearest Airport: Perth Touring Area: South West
Manjimup calls itself the 'Gateway to the Tall Timber' and the northern and southern approaches to the town pass under large timber arches with the town name on them. Its name comes from the aboriginal 'manjin', an edible reed and 'up' meaning 'place of', and was first settled by timber feller Thomas Muir in 1856 and gazetted in 1910. Timber is still the main industry although agriculture and dairy farming are now important contributors to the economy. Black Truffles are found locally and supply restaurants across Australia with increasing interest from Europe. Places to visit include the Diamond Tree, the Manjimup Timber Park, and the incredible wildflower displays between October and December. A three day cherry festival is also held in December.

Entry marker to Manjimup

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