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The Big Ram

The Giant Ram, Wagin - Country Airstrips Australia

Built in 1985, Wagin’s Giant Ram is one of the popular attractions in Wagin. It is part of the network of Big Things across Australia’s rural and regional areas, although unlike many of the country’s whimsical giants, this ram is anatomically correct.

Sculptor Andrew Hickson was commissioned to build the ram to commemorate the district’s role in the Australian wool industry. Measuring in at 30 feet high, the beast’s scale is second only to Goulburn’s Giant Merino, likely the biggest ram in the world.

However, what the Wagin ram lacks in height it makes up in genitalia size. While the Goulburn ram was not built with any visible reproductive organs, the proud Wagin ram sports a rather impressive faux-woollen pair between its oversized hind legs. The ram even stands on a pavilion so that visitors can stroll beneath its bulk and inspect its undercarriage. 

No visit to Wagin is complete without seeing the giant ram, and enjoying a picnic or bushwalk while in the area. If visiting in Spring there will be masses of wildflowers around the park.

Address: Wetlands Park, Wagin, WA

Wagin Historical Village

Wagin Historical Village - Country Airstrips Australia

A wonderful social history museum that is definitely worth a visit. 25 original and replica buildings from the region’s past. Wander down memory lane and visit The Schoolhouse, Stone Church, Village Fire Station, Bank and Quarantine Cottage. Picture the ‘smithy’ working in the Blacksmiths and listen for the sound of sheep in the Shearing Shed.

See the artefacts of years gone by in The General Store, Barbers, Bootmaker’s Shop and Dressmakers Shop. Browse through two large sheds full of vintage machinery

Whilst there, stop at the Tourist Information Centre located within the village for information on the region’s history and inspect the range of souvenirs on offer.

Address: 9 Ballagin St, Wagin WA 6315
Phone: (08) 9861 1232