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What is Kalgoorlie famous for?
Famous for the gold discovery in 1893 by Irish prospectors Paddy Hannan, Tom Flanagan and Daniel Shea, Kalgoorlie-Boulder continues to thrive with a multitude of mining and processing companies operating in the area. The City features some of the grandest turn-of-the-century architecture and character buildings.
Is Kalgoorlie a good place to live?
Kalgoorlie is a suburb in Kalgoorlie-Boulder and is the central hub of the town. With a bustling restaurant scene, plenty of great employment opportunities, and a friendly community, Kalgoorlie has earned its reputation as one of the most desirable places to live in rural Western Australia.
Why do people live in Kalgoorlie?
People have been packing up their lives and moving to Kalgoorlie to work in mining since the gold rush in the 1890s. Since then, it has grown to become a town of 33,000 people and, famously, one of Australia's biggest open-cut mines, The Super Pit.
Is there any gold left in Kalgoorlie?
The first gold rush here occurred around 1890. The easy-to-reach gold is gone, but small pieces and flakes remain. Work on the Super Pit began in 1989, and now at least 800,000 ounces of gold are dug out of the mine every year.
The Kal City Centre project will transform major precincts in the Kalgoorlie Central Business District into a vibrant, economically strong, and diverse centre.