Last week, Curtin Kalgoorlie welcomed its new students with an exciting, immersive Orientation program unique to the town’s heritage and history.
With a diverse group of students beginning their university journeys this semester, including international students from India, China, Mongolia and Sri Lanka, we were excited to highlight some of Kalgoorlie’s key cultural experiences as they began their university journeys.
Art Walk with Linda Rae
On Tuesday, a group of 45 students took part in an enriching Art Walk tour to explore the town’s creative side and gain exposure to the work of local artists. Accompanied with our local resident artist Linda Rae, the Art Walk aimed to familiarize the students with the town and its diverse art scene.
During the tour, the students visited vibrant murals created by Brenton See and Billy Ray Stokes, which sparked fruitful conversations and discussions about the power of art in conveying emotions and stories. By the end of the Art Walk, the students had gained not only an understanding of the town’s layout but also the confidence to explore more of what the town had to offer on their own.
“It was great to see the artwork around town”
Kalgoorlie Super Pit
On Wednesday, 35 students had a memorable visit to the Kalgoorlie Super Pit, one of the largest open-cut mines on Earth and the biggest gold mine in Australia. Students were able to explore the vastness of the Super Pit and witnessed firsthand the scale of mining activities in the town. The students also visited the iconic Mount Charlotte Headframe which stands at 60 meters high.
This immersive experience aimed to educate students about mining operations in the town and provided an invaluable opportunity to witness the scale of their future industry firsthand. Beyond learning about mining operations, students also learned about the benefits of living and studying in Kalgoorlie, and becoming a part of a vibrant community throughout their university journey.
Museum of the Goldfields
Students also had an enlightening visit to the Museum of the Goldfields as part of their Orientation activities on Thursday. Boasting the state’s largest display of gold bars and nuggets, the Museum also showcases the rich history of the Eastern Goldfields and Kalgoorlie’s mining heritage.
During the experience, 40 students were able to appreciate the breathtaking views from the top of the Ivanhoe Headframe and also learn about the significance of the Kalgoorlie Pipeline, which brings water from Perth to the town. The students took away a deeper understanding about the origins of mining in the area and discovered key landmarks in Kalgoorlie that have shaped its identity.
“I did not know the museum had such a rich history; I want to come back again!’
Learn more about Curtin Kalgoorlie
Curtin Kalgoorlie offers a range of courses, including business, education, health and engineering. With flexible study options and modern student housing, learn more about student life on the Curtin Kalgoorlie website.
