History
The way they interpreted this land, used it, and respected its intrinsic values adds a layer of history that is a fascinating foundation to the story of this place. This foundation is not lost but understanding it is difficult for many of us, who are unfamiliar with the lore and culture of the first peoples. A little more of the indigenous history of this region can be found on the Waratah-Wynyard Council’s website here.
We hope to add to this and shed a little more detail on this history on these pages and are in the process of respectfully gathering these insights. We will share them when we can.
In relation to the areas European History, the Wynyard Historical Society was kind enough to share the following insights:
Burntwood Point is known to a lot of locals as Griffiths Point after the family who once lived there. There was also a Scuba Diving and Training centre near here. The photos are of Burntwood Point from the beach, and some of the interesting geological formations on the beach.
The Pause area is opposite Bruce’s Café. Bruce Walker was a well- known identity and local historian of Wynyard, who established a caravan park and a small museum in the 1960s, behind the café.
The coastal pathway follows the old railway line for most of the way between Wynyard and Burnie.
The railway was extended from Burnie to Wynyard in 1913. The last passenger train ran in 1978, and the line was closed completely in 2003.
Local shops and services
On the other side of the road from this pause place is Bruces Café. check here for opening hours, etc.
