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New Leaf Connect – Tours & Transport

Air, Helicopter and Balloon Tours
Cultural and Theme Tours
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Full Day
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Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours
Walking and Biking Tours
  • Art & Culture
  • Food & Wine
  • Nature & Wildlife

Highlights

  • Explore the Mid West with New Leaf Connect's small group tours, connecting you to local culture and stunning landscapes.
  • Savour the flavours of the region on the Burnt Barrel Meat Feast, featuring exclusive tastings of smoked barbecue and local brews.
  • Discover the unique marine industries on the Ocean Harvest Tour, gaining behind-the-scenes access to boatbuilding and lobster processing.
  • Wander through breathtaking wildflower displays on the Best of the Mid West Wildflower Tour, showcasing the region's vibrant blooms.
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New Leaf Connect is a Mid West locally owned and operated small group tour and transport provider.

New Leaf Connect strives to showcase the best of the Mid West with a variety of experiences that connect visitors to the people, places and produce that make the region so special.

From behind-the-scenes crayfish factory tours and coastal explorations to immersive station stays and seasonal adventures, New Leaf Connect offers thoughtfully curated experiences that highlight the authentic character of Western Australia’s Mid West.

Alongside their signature tours, private charters and transport services are also available — ideal for events, group travel, and tailored itineraries.

Explore, discover and experience locally with New Leaf Connect – Tours and Transport.

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Love Local: Taste of Irwin Tour

Love Local: Taste of Irwin Tour

This tour combines a short walk (1.5-kilometre leisurely stroll) around Dongara’s main town centre to see iconic sites and learn about the fascinating history of years gone by, before continuing by bus to visit some key spots around the twin towns of Dongara and Port Denison.

This tour ends at Southerly’s Bar and Restaurant, where you can enjoy a platter of local produce with their iconic ‘Taste of Irwin’ share plates.

A great way to combine a splash of history, sights and local flavours.

Ocean Harvest Tour

Ocean Harvest Tour

Gain exclusive access to two of Geraldton’s flagship industries — boatbuilding and lobster processing. Go behind the scenes at Dongara Marine to see world-class crayfishing vessels under construction, then tour the Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative to learn how Western Rock Lobster is processed and exported. Finish with a tasting of fresh crayfish overlooking the harbour.

Burnt Barrel Meat Feast

Burnt Barrel Meat Feast

Depart from Dongara and enjoy the drive through the picturesque Chapman Valley to the Burnt Barrel restaurant. It is famous for its low and slow-smoked Kansas City-style barbecue, coupled with cold beers brewed onsite.

While at Burnt Barrel, you will get to enjoy a tasting board, exclusive to tour groups, of specialty meats carefully paired with a paddle of their home-brewed beers.

If that doesn’t fill you up, you have the option of ordering additional food and beverages at your own cost to enjoy in the restaurant or outdoor seating area before boarding the bus with full bellies to return to Dongara.

Best of the Mid West Wildflower Tour

Best of the Mid West Wildflower Tour

For the ultimate wildflower adventure, this full-day tour takes you deep into the heart of Wildflower Country, showcasing the incredible diversity of blooms that make this region so special.

Explore the stunning Coalseam Conservation Park and venture even further to surrounding hotspots to discover hidden gems bursting with colour. From delicate orchids to vibrant everlastings, you’ll see a breathtaking variety of wildflowers—including the iconic wreath flower (when in season), a true bucket-list sight!

With lunch and afternoon tea included, this is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the magic of Western Australia’s wildflower season.

Big Tractor (and more) Day Trip

Big Tractor (and more) Day Trip

Journey through the picturesque farmlands east of Dongara as we explore the rich agricultural heritage and unique attractions of the North Midlands—highlighted by Carnamah’s impressive Big Tractor!

The first stop is Mingenew, one of the Midwest’s key farming hubs, before heading to Three Springs’ Talc Mine Lookout for stunning panoramic views. Then, we make our way to Carnamah, where history, art and agriculture come together.

In Carnamah, visit the Old Exchange, explore the latest artist-in-residence exhibition at the Bank Gallery and step back in time at the Carnamah Historical Museum. A highlight of the trip is the Tractor Museum, home of the Big Tractor, an extraordinary new landmark celebrating the region’s deep farming roots.

Stop at Macpherson Homestead—the first of its kind in the region. Here, you’ll get a glimpse into the farm life of years gone by with a guided tour, followed by a delicious picnic lunch catered by Carnamah’s beloved One L of a Good Feed café.

Gallipoli Trench Project Tour

Gallipoli Trench Project Tour

Visit this authentic replica of Leane’s Trench, a captured Turkish trench taken by the 11th Battalion in Gallipoli in 1915.

Before entering the trench, you will be shown footage detailing the significance of the trench in WWI. You will then be guided through the 120-metre-long trench to participate in a reenactment of what it was like to be at war during this time. Complete with sound systems, actors and all the paraphernalia of war makes this experience as real as possible, giving you a glimpse of life on the frontline.

Following the trench experience, you will enjoy a barbeque dinner hosted by the men and women of the 11th Battalion and the Leane’s Trench project to learn more about this significant piece of history and those behind the project.

Ultimate Station Life Experience

Ultimate Station Life Experience

Your adventure starts with a pick-up from Perth. Coastal attractions are explored between Perth and Geraldton before embarking on your Station Stay, visiting two different stations.

Journey through the heart of Western Australia’s Station Country on this eight-day adventure, combining coastal wonders with an authentic outback experience. Stay in both shearers’ quarters at Nallan Station and the historic homestead at Wooleen Station, immersing yourself in station life with campfires, stargazing and hearty home-cooked meals. Explore iconic natural landmarks from the Pinnacles to Walga Rock. Enjoy a Wooleen Sunset Tour, learn about the dingo’s role in the ecosystem and spend a short time exploring Geraldton too before flying back to Perth.

This unforgettable journey offers the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation.

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 10 guests.

Open Art Studios Tour

Open Art Studios Tour

This is an exclusive tour where you will meet five artists in the Mid West and visit their private studios to see their latest works, demonstrations and creative processes.

Get up close with textile artists, professional painters, drawers and next-level creatives.

A gallery visit is included too, plus morning tea, lunch and return transfers from Geraldton and Dongara.

Ocean to Outback Homestead Station Stay

Ocean to Outback Homestead Station Stay

Departing from Perth, embark on a six-day adventure that blends breathtaking coastal scenery with an authentic outback station stay. Explore the Pinnacles, enjoy a crayfish lunch and marvel at the Pink Lake before discovering Kalbarri’s stunning Skywalk and Nature’s Window. Next, head inland to Wooleen Station for three nights of immersive experiences, including sunset tours, dingo talks and campfire evenings before returning to the coast. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and unique insights from passionate locals along the way.

This all-inclusive journey is perfect for those seeking a seamless blend of nature, culture and relaxation.

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 10 guests.

Homestead Station Stay Experience

Homestead Station Stay Experience

Experience the beauty of Wooleen Station on this immersive four-day escape into the heart of the Murchison. Departing from Geraldton, break up the journey with a visit to a local gallery before settling into the charming Wooleen Homestead. Spend your days exploring scenic walking trails, learning about the station’s history on a guided Sunset Tour and attending a fascinating Dingo Talk. Evenings are filled with delicious home-cooked meals served in the homestead’s dining room, next to campfires under starry skies and with optional outdoor movie nights.

This all-inclusive getaway offers the perfect balance of relaxation, adventure and authentic station life.

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 10 guests

Coast to Quarters Station Stay

Coast to Quarters Station Stay

Explore the heart of Western Australia’s Mid West, where outback charm and station life await.

Your journey starts from Perth, exploring sights along Australia’s Coral Coast between Perth and Geraldton before embarking on your Station Stay experience.

After taking in some sights along the coast, immerse yourself in authentic outback station life, explore unique geological wonders and experience true rural hospitality. This journey features captivating landscapes, cultural insights and tranquil evenings under starry skies. Enjoy visits to Walga Rock, Dalgaranga Meteorite Crater and outback Cue. Connect with nature, history and station life at Nallan with opportunities to experience station activities, scenic tours and fascinating natural wonders.

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 10 guests.

Shearer’s Quarters Station Stay

Shearer’s Quarters Station Stay

Escape to the heart of Station Country on this immersive four-day adventure, departing from Geraldton for an unforgettable stay at Nallan Station. Experience life in the Shearer’s Quarters while exploring breathtaking landscapes, including Walga Rock and the stunning Breakaway Country. Dine under vast night skies, enjoy campfires and try your hand at damper making. Soak in the peaceful beauty of the outback all while enjoying delicious home-cooked meals, wide open spaces and spectacular stargazing – this all-inclusive journey offers the perfect taste of station life.

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 10 guests

Coral Coast Explorer

Coral Coast Explorer

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Western Australia’s Coral Coast on this exclusive 2-day adventure. Experience stunning aerial views, unforgettable landscapes and immersive coastal experiences, all while enjoying top-tier hospitality and small-group comfort. This tour is designed for those who might be limited on time but don’t want to miss out on 5-star experiences seeing the Coral Coast’s most iconic attractions!
This adventure filled itinerary starts and ends in
Geraldton. Beginning with a scenic flight to the
Abrolhos Islands, stopping for an optional
snorkel and explore of the beaches and pristine
waters of the islands, before continuing for a
flyover of both the Pink Lake and Kalbarri
Gorges. Continuing on by land you will be
treated to postcard worthy landscapes, unique
wildlife encounters and local flavours. Perfect for
those looking to immerse themselves in nature
and coastal charm!

Best of Both Outback Station Stay

Best of Both Outback Station Stay

Escape the coast to the country and experience Station Life.

Discover the best of outback station life on this six-day adventure, staying at both Nallan and Wooleen Stations for a unique blend of Shearer’s Quarters and Homestead experiences. Explore breathtaking landscapes, from Walga Rock to the stunning Breakaway Country and Lake Nallan. Enjoy immersive experiences like damper-making, stargazing and campfire evenings, as well as the highly renowned Wooleen Sunset Tour and insightful Dingo Talk. With hearty home-cooked meals, warm hospitality and unforgettable scenery, this immersive experience offers the ultimate taste of Station Country.

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 10 guests.

Accreditations

  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Memberships

  • Australian Tourism Export Council
  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • WA – Australia's Coral Coast

Activities

  • Snorkelling
  • Swimming
  • Walks

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