Broad Arrow Tavern

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Oct 2

Bella the barmaid at the Broad Arrow Tavern in WA’s Goldfields

Built in 1896, the Broad Arrow Tavern was once one of eight hotels in the thriving town during WA’s goldrush. Now the pub is all that remains in Broad Arrow.

As we strolled into the iconic outback hotel, Steve was telling me that the last time he was there was 30 years ago. He was playing pool when there was suddenly an almighty crash behind him - he turned round to see a donkey in the bar. With perfect timing, just as he finished his story, Bella appeared behind the bar…she’s a five year old great dane cross with excellent hospitality skills.

The infamous Broad Arrow Tavern in the Goldfields, north of Kalgoorlie

Every available surface of the Broad Arrow Tavern is covered in graffiti

Tonight's skimpy at the Broad Arrow Tavern is Bella

Inside and out, from ceiling to floor, the Broad Arrow Tavern is covered in graffiti

The old town map of Broad Arrow indicates it was a once thriving community during the WA goldfish

The dining room at the Broad Arrow Tavern

Looking in from the outside at the Broad Arrow Tavern

Even the dartboard at the Broad Arrow Tavern has graffiti

The toilets have not escaped the graffiti at the Broad Arrow Tavern

Enjoying a cold beer on the verandah at the Broad Arrow Tavern in the Goldfields

The bitch behind the bar at the Broad Arrow Tavern - a five year old great dane cross called Bella

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Nic Duncan

Broad Arrow Tavern

Boyup Brook Rodeo

Hanging with mates in the Goldfields