Grindstone

The grindstone, a significant cultural artifact, was originally located east of Meedo Station along the Wooramel River. This historical object was used by Indigenous people for grinding ochre, a practice important in traditional ceremonies.

In 1959, the grindstone was removed by the station manager and given to a young couple visiting from Perth. Despite its new home in a city garden, the couple felt it was misplaced and, by 2009, decided it should return to its original setting.

The grindstone was part of a campsite where corroborees were held, nestled in the open saltpan country. Nearby, spears leaned against trees, left as if their owners had momentarily stepped away. The site also featured a well-known granite rock, marking a spot for underground water.

The Meeka, or heavy bottom stone, and the Yunungguga, or hand stone, show signs of extensive use, with flattened sections from years of grinding. This wear is a testament to its vital role in the lives of those who once inhabited the area.