Lancelin Sand Dunes

Author

Shire of Gingin

Place Number

17678

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Location

Lancelin

Location Details

Local Government

Gingin

Region

Avon Arc

Construction Date

Demolition Year

N/A

Statutory Heritage Listings

Type	Status	Date	Documents	More information
(no listings)

Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations

Type	Status	Date	Documents
RHP - Does not warrant assessment	Current	29 Nov 2019

Other Heritage Listings and Surveys

Type	Status	Date	Grading/Management		More information
Type	Status	Date	Category	Description	More information
Municipal Inventory	Adopted	18 Oct 2005	Category A	Category A A place of exceptional cultural heritage significance to Shire of Gingin and the state of Western Australia, that is either in the Heritage Council of WA's Register of Heritage Places or worthy of consideration for entry in the Register. A development application needs to be submitted to the Heritage Council for any proposed development. Recommend: Retain and conserve the place. Full consultation with property owner prior to making the recommendation.

Statement of Significance

Lancelin is one of the only gazetted towns in Western Australia that has large sand dunes within such close proximity to the main centre. The dunes are visible from almost everywhere in the town and are an instantly recognisable feature of the local landscape. The original settlers of this area were as much in awe of these huge shifting white dunes as all visitors to and residents of Lancelin are.
With increased usage and demands being placed on the sand dunes, including sand mining, it is felt important by most residents that the significance of this natural historical site should be acknowledged in the hope that the dunes may be preserved for the enjoyment of many future generations.

Physical Description

Superb tourism and off road recreation area.

History

The Lancelin sand dunes were formed over 4000 years ago along with other dunes in the Quindalup system when water levels rose following the end of the last ice age. The dunes are visible from many kilometres away and have provided a useful landmark for travellers, mariners and even Aboriginals who used to regularly pass through the area.
In more recent times, tourists have flocked from all over the world to experience the majestic beauty of the dunes pure white sand. The dunes have provided a stunning backdrop for the filming of advertisements, movie scenes and for stills photographers and even used as an entertainment venue. Thousands of off road vehicle enthusiasts who enjoy the challenges of their changing hills and valleys also use the dunes.

References

Ref ID No	Ref Name	Ref Source	Ref Date
	Reading the Remote Department of Conseration and Land Management	Unpublished Article

Place Type

Landscape

Uses

Epoch	General	Specific
Present Use	SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL	Other
Original Use	SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL	Other

Historic Themes

General	Specific
OTHER	Other Sub-Theme
SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES	Sport, recreation & entertainment

Creation Date

09 Feb 2007

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Approved

Last Update

01 Jan 2017

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