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The Old Mill

Built in 1835, the mill is the oldest surviving industrial building from Perth's colonial days. Left to ruin over the years, it has been restored along with the adjoining millhouse containing various colonial artifacts. It's a 15-min walk from the Mill Point Jetty, or take bus 34 from Wellington St Bus station.

Address: Mill Point, South Perth Foreshore
Getting there: next to the south end of the Narrows Bridge
Hours: Tue-Fri 10AM-4PM, Sat Sun 1-4PM
Price: Free

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