Outback Bloom - Mullewa's Wildflower Festival

02/09/2026

A massive thank you to Outback Bloom’s amazing 2026 presenters! 🌸💛

Wendy Merry, Kim Fletcher, Sophie Xiang, Tony Critch, Hayley from Sunflower Studio, Glenda and Murray Blythe, and Georgia and Josh from NACC — thank you for sharing your knowledge, passion, stories and talents with us.

Your workshops and talks helped make Outback Bloom not only a fun and colourful festival, but an informative and engaging experience for visitors and locals alike. From wildflowers and photography to art, bush tucker, culture, heritage and the incredible natural environment around us, you each helped shine a spotlight on what makes Mullewa and Wildflower Country so special. 🌼

Thank you for being part of Outback Bloom 2026 and helping us bring the bush to the people! 💐

31/08/2026

From planning and set-up to ex*****on and pack-down, volunteers truly are the lifeblood of community events like Outback Bloom. 💐

Pictured here are just a few of the many wonderful faces behind this year’s event. Of course, some of our hardest-working volunteers — particularly the behind-the-scenes set-up and pack-down crew — managed to escape photo capture, but I did manage to catch a few!

From those who have been involved in the inception of the Mullewa Wildflower Show, to those who help create the incredible displays; from the people who quietly (and sometimes not so quietly 😉) show up year after year to play small and not-so-small, but always vital, roles; to those who have only recently come on board — it is truly amazing to see everyone come together.

The time, effort, knowledge, laughter and joy that each and every volunteer brings is what helps make Outback Bloom such a special event.

Thank you to every single person who gave their time, energy and heart. We simply couldn’t do it without you. 💛🌸

30/08/2026

🌸 It’s the final day of Outback Bloom 2026! 🌸

There’s still time to experience the colour, beauty and wonder of Mullewa’s Wildflower Country! 💐🌿

Join us this Sunday, 30th August for a fantastic final day of Outback Bloom, with something for wildflower lovers, photographers and nature enthusiasts alike.

🌼 9:00am–2:00pm — Wildflower Show, Town Hall
📸 9:00am–11:00am — Wildflower Phone Photography with Sophie Xiang, Marquee
🌿 11:00am–12:30pm — Wildflower Society Talk, Marquee
🥾 1:00pm–3:00pm — Guided Bush Trail Walk, Scenic Lookout, Maley Street

☕ And don’t forget to enjoy some delicious country-style teas and light lunches available for purchase in the adjoining Lesser Hall.

Make the most of the final day and come and celebrate the incredible wildflowers, landscapes and community that make Outback Bloom so special. 💛

See you in Mullewa! 🌸

29/08/2026

🌸 Discover the incredible world of Midwest wildflowers with Kim Fletcher! 🌸

Join Wildflower Society member Kim Fletcher for an informative and engaging talk exploring the incredible diversity, beauty and uniqueness of the wildflowers found throughout the Midwest.

Learn more about local species, seasonal highlights and the fascinating ecosystems that make this region one of Western Australia’s premier wildflower destinations. 🌿💐

Perfect for nature lovers, photographers and visitors wanting to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Wildflower Country.

📅 Sunday 30th August
⏰ 11:00am–12:30pm
📍 In the Marquee
🎟️ No booking required

Come along, take a seat and discover even more about the extraordinary wildflowers that make Mullewa such a special place to visit during spring! 💛

29/08/2026

It was certainly timely to have our Monsignor Hawes Heritage Talk today, presented by Tony Critch, on the very same day The West Australian featured a fantastic centre-page spread on Mullewa’s very own heritage treasures! 📰✨

If you missed today’s talk, there’s still plenty of opportunity to discover the incredible story of Monsignor John Hawes and his remarkable legacy in Mullewa.

⛪ Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and Priest House Museum are open daily throughout September from 10.30am–12.30pm.

Take the lovely and informative 600m heritage walk from the Town Hall up to the church, where you can learn more about the history, architecture and fascinating story behind one of Mullewa’s most iconic landmarks.

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

✨ What an opening day! ✨

Outback Bloom – Mullewa’s Wildflower Festival and the 39th Annual Wildflower Show – got off to a stunning start today, with over 300 people coming through the Town Hall to experience our Bush to the People display! 🌸

With nearly 100 wildflower specimens already labelled, our beautiful new wildflower archway, and the incredible scent of fresh wattle filling the hall, it really is a sensory experience to behold. 🌿💛

Then, as you make your way into the Lesser Hall, the smell of freshly baked scones and hearty homemade soups from our Country Kitchen is sure to get your tastebuds going! 🥣☕️

There is still plenty to see and do! The Wildflower Show is open until Sunday, 9am–4pm, with a 2pm close on Sunday.

For the full program, workshops, talks and online ticket bookings, visit visitmullewa.com.au/outbackbloom

Come and experience the magic of Mullewa in bloom! 🌸

27/08/2026

🎨💙 Paint your own little piece of Outback Bloom! 🌼

Join Hayley from Sunflower Studio tomorrow (Friday) from 1–3pm for a guided painting workshop as part of Outback Bloom 2026!

All materials are provided, and you’ll create your very own artwork featuring a super cute blue fairy wren nestled amongst everlastings. 🐦🌸

Spaces are limited, so book your spot online via our website: visitmullewa.com.au/outbackbloom