History
Originally named the Garban, the river was named River Moore in May 1836 by Corporal Patrick Heffron of the 63rd Regiment of Foot, who named it after his expedition leader George Fletcher Moore, Advocate-General. The exploratory party comprised Moore, Heffron and the native Weenat. Heffron was notable for his participation in the Battle of Pinjarra in 1834.
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