Explore Australia’s gold story
Uncover the fascinating history of Australia’s gold industry with the Heart of Gold Discovery Trail app.Explore self-paced gold mine trails in Perth and Kalgoorlie, where the past meets the present in a fun, educational experience for all ages.
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Gold in the classroom
Fun and educational toolsThe Heart of Gold App is a perfect resource for classrooms, connecting students to Australia’s gold history and STEM opportunities. Teachers can use the app for gold educational tours, interactive learning, and hands-on engagement with Australia’s gold industry.
- Follow interactive maps through Perth and Kalgoorlie’s gold discovery trails.
- Enjoy gold educational tours with videos, facts, and games along the way.
- Perfect for families, schools, and tourists looking for a fun, educational adventure.
Perth Trail
Explore the Heart of Gold Discovery Trail Perth
Uncover key city landmarks that tell the story of gold’s influence.
From the iconic Elizabeth Quay to the historic Perth Mint, follow the map, discover fun gold facts, and enjoy this engaging gold educational tour.
Kalgoorlie trail
Kalgoorlie
Heart of Gold Discovery Trail
Journey through the heart of Australia’s goldfields on the Kalgoorlie Heart of Gold Discovery Trail.
Explore historic sites, visit famous mines, and experience the legacy of gold mining that transformed this iconic region.
Gold in the classroom
Fun and educational toolsThe Heart of Gold App is a perfect resource for classrooms, connecting students to Australia’s gold history and STEM opportunities. Teachers can use the app for gold educational tours, interactive learning, and hands-on engagement with Australia’s gold industry.
- Explore gold mine trails with location-based learning and interactive maps.
- Engage students with quizzes, videos, and gold games to make learning fun.
- Highlight STEM careers and gold’s role in technology and sustainability.
news and updates
The Latest News from Australia’s Gold Industry
Stay updated on developments in the gold mining industry, GIG’s latest initiatives, and events celebrating Australia’s gold.
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Gold Fields and Tjiwarl Aboriginal Corporation sign historic Native Title Agreement
Gold Industry Group | August 31, 2025Gold Fields and the Tjiwarl Aboriginal Corporation have signed a landmark Native Title Agreement at Agnew, cementing a partnership built on respect, cultural heritage protection, and long-term community benefit.Learn More![]()
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Kalgoorlie’s Super Pit on Track to Reclaim its Crown
Gold Industry Group | August 25, 2025Northern Star Resources’s famous Super Put is positioned not only to reclaim its crown as the nation’s biggest gold producer but to secure a golden future for the region for generations ahead.Learn More![]()
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Bellevue Gold hits net zero at its WA mine, setting a new benchmark for clean-energy mining
Gold Industry Group | August 18, 2025For most remote mines, the soundtrack is diesel engines. At Bellevue Gold, it’s wind turbines and solar arrays doing the heavy lifting.Learn More![]()
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Understanding the gold price: What moves it and why it matters
Gold Industry Group | August 8, 2025Gold has long been viewed as a safe-haven asset, but in recent months, it’s been in the spotlight for a different reason: reaching record highs.Learn More![]()
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Where did your gold come from? One Aussie refinery can now prove it
Gold Industry Group | August 8, 2025Ever wondered where the gold in your engagement ring, necklace or investment bar really came from? Not just the country — but the actual mine?Learn More![]()
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Gold is booming in outback Queensland – here’s why that matters
Gold Industry Group | August 8, 2025There’s a modern-day gold rush happening in Queensland that’s turning heads across the country.Learn More![]()
Frequently Asked Questions
The Heart of Gold Discovery Trail is an interactive app that guides you through two self-paced gold mine trails in Perth and Kalgoorlie. It offers videos, gold facts, games, and educational content about Australia’s gold history.
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