Why Boddington
Gold, Bauxite and Farming
Newmont Gold, Boddington Gold Mine has now a forecast life of 50 years. BHP’s bauxite mining has also the same forecast. Farming; the original backbone of Boddington will be around forever. A guarantee of real security, of real employment and opportunities and long term housing investment opportunities.
Location
A combination of old fashioned country charm and mining prosperity, Boddington is superbly located between rolling hills of forests and farms on the banks of the picturesque Hotham River.
Just 130km south-east of Perth, about an hour’s drive to Mandurah and Armadale, Boddington affords easy access to major shopping and commercial centres.
Lifestyle
A million miles from the rat race, Boddington offers an envious lifestyle.
From white water rafting in Dwellingup, walking the Bibbulmun track, cycling the Munda Biddi Trail or 4 wheel driving the Fawcett Track, Boddington offers some real unique recreational pursuits. Among the sports, Golf and horse riding are favourites.
There are seasonal events such as the Rodeo Festival, Cyclosportif Cycling Teams Event, and the Field of Quilts.
For the water enthusiasts there is boating, canoeing and the renowned sportsfish, the Red Fin Perch. And it goes without saying that the State Forests are abundant with wildflowers and birdlife, great for those family picnics.
Facilities
A great sporting town: badminton, junior basketball, swimming club, bowling club, cricket club, ladies darts, golf club, Hash House Harriers, hockey, netball, riding club, rifle club, rodeo, soccer and tennis.
There is also a new child care centre, swimming pool, golf course and new Medical Centre as well as loads of other facilities.
Great Schools
Boddington has a very modern K-12 school that offers access to current technology and a wide range of recreational facilities. Facilities include everything from computer and science laboratories to a fully equipped arts facility.
Great Land and Housing Opportunities
There are lots to choose from: town blocks, larger lifestyle blocks on the outskirts of town, or take advantage of a number of very well priced house and land packages.
Great Employment
Rich in natural resources, the shire of Boddington is home to major mining operations, Newmont Boddington Gold and Worsley Aluminia.
There is also a variety of rural and agricultural pursuits, all of which provide numerous employment opportunities. As the town grows and more businesses open, there will be even more opportunities for employment.
Great Health Hospital
First opened in 1943, the Boddington District Hospital is a fully integrated health service providing a host of in and outpatient services, from general medicine, paediatric and palliative care to 24 hour emergency, pathology and physiotherapy, plus a range of Home and Community Care.
Great Investment
Opportunity knocks for investors – housing for the rental market, commercial property, tourism opportunities and more. With costs down on land and building and low interest rates, there has never been a better time to invest. The vacancy rate in Boddington is less than 1% making great rental opportunities.
