Kalgoorlie is well known for its deep gold rush history and is the hub of Western Australia's gold and nickel mining industry. It is famous for the "Super Pit," one of the world's largest open-cut gold mines, and its heritage buildings from the late 19th century. Other notable aspects include the "Golden Mile," the richest square mile of gold-producing land in the world, and the largest city in the Australian Outback.![]()