Kookynie, WA 6431, is a small, historic gold-mining town located in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia, approximately 80 kilometers north of the city of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Established in the late 19th century during the gold rush, Kookynie was once a thriving community with a bustling population, but today it is a quiet, almost ghost-town with a handful of residents. The area retains its rich mining heritage, with remnants of old mines, machinery, and buildings that offer a glimpse into its past. Kookynie is known for its rustic charm, making it a point of interest for history enthusiasts and travelers exploring the outback. The surrounding landscape features arid scrubland and red earth, typical of the Australian Goldfields.
| Postcode: | 6431 |
| State: | WA |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -30.40364, 122.683881 |
| Federal Electorate: | Durack |