Norseman Overview
The mining centre of Norseman is 730km ( 450 miles east ) of Perth and as it is situated at the junction of the Eyre, Eastern and South Coast Highways it is a popular stop off for those travelling to and from the east.
Gold and Gem Stones
The town is surrounded by the giant Dundas and Cowan Salt Lakes.
Norseman is known for its gold, quartz and other gemstones and is subsequently a magnet for prospectors and gem collectors hoping to try their luck.
Esperance and Kalgoorlie
100 km ( 60 miles ) further south is the coastal town of Esperance and approximately the same distance north is Kalgoorlie.
Both routes lead to Perth.
Perth accommodation
See Perth accommodation for hotels and resorts.
Location
Norseman is located in southern Western Australia and has a Latitude of 32.2°S and a Longitude of 121.8° E.
Driving To Norseman
Some approximate driving times to Esperance:
8.5Hrs From Perth (750Km)
24Hrs From Adelaide (2200Km)
Driving through the Outback and remote or isolated areas of Australia is not recommended for the un prepared or in experienced.
See Route and Distance Calculator for more accurate driving times and routes from additional locations.
Flying To Perth:
Perth Airport, which has both international and domestic terminals, is around 15km (9 miles) north east of the city, along the Great Eastern Highway.
The journey should take approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Taxis, hire cars and airport shuttle buses are available.
Taxis, hire cars airport buses are available.
As a guide, the approximate flying time from:
to Sydney 5 hours
Times do not include travel time to and from airports and adequate time prior to check in etc.
Western Australia School & Public Holidays
New Years Day Tue 1st Jan.
Australia Day Mon 28th Jan.
Labour Day Mon 3rd March
Good Friday 21st March.
Easter Monday 24th March.
Anzac Day Fri 25th April.
Foundation Day Mon 2nd June.
Queens Birthday Mon29th Sept.
Christmas Day Thu 25th Dec.
Boxing Day Holiday Fri 26th Dec.
(End and start school on preceding and next week day (Mon - Fri) respectively)
Easter Holiday 12th April To 28th April.
Winter Holiday 5th July To 21th July.
Spring Holiday 27th Sept To 13th Oct.
Summer Holiday 18th Dec To 2nd Feb
Starts Sunday 26th October
Ends Sunday 29th March 2009
Note: Dates for guidance only. Always check with your individual School as variations may occur for individual education authorities or establishments and dates may be subject to change. Always check with relevant State or Territory education department to confirm holiday periods at the commencement of each school year. Not all Public Holidays for individual regions within each state and territory are shown and public holidays falling on weekends are not listed. Not all Public Holidays may be applicable to all employers, organisations etc so always check with your employer, education authority etc which public holidays are applicable.
Esperance Climate
These figures are for guidance only:
Approximate Max Average Temperature
Deg C/ Deg F
Winter(June-Aug):18/ 64
Spring(Sep-Nov):21 / 69
Summer(Dec-Feb):26 / 78
Autumn(Mar-May):23 / 69
Approximate Average Monthly Rainfall - mm
Winter(June-Aug): 90
Spring(Sep-Nov): 47
Summer(Dec-Feb): 20
Autumn(Mar-May): 51
