Balladonia - Culture and History

The area around Balladonia, in spite of it being on the edge of the desert and enjoying a miserably low rainfall, was settled in the 1880s and the lonely Balladonia Homestead, a remarkable stone building, is one of the reminders of the endurance and initiative of these early settlers. The homestead is located 28 km east of the roadhouse and has been open to the public but in recent times the owners have closed it up. For more details ask at the Balladonia Roadhouse or contact the owners on (08) 9039 3456.