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4WD in WA

Explore the colossal dunes in the southwest, manoeuvre along abandoned tracks that weave through the outback remnants of the state’s mining history, or find a deserted beach to camp beneath the stars. Go where few travellers have gone before and immerse yourself in the beautiful landscape WA has to offer. Whether you hire one, buy one or borr...

4WD in the South West

The southwest has the best of both worlds with too many beaches to count on the coastline and countless towering forests to explore inland. Spring is the best time to 4WD down south whilst there is still plenty of mud and the wildflowers are in bloom. Mandurah Tims Thicket and White Hill are 4WD-accessible beaches within the City of Mandur...

Hiking the Bibbulmun Track

Boasting plentiful wildlife, towering forests, multiple kid-friendly picnic spots and campsites, the Bibbulmun track is a hiking trail to suit both experienced hikers and families seeking adventure. WA’s finest long-distance walk stretches nearly 1000km from Kalamunda to Albany. To complete the journey in one hit, allow yourself about eight wee...

Diving islands and archipelagos

Islands and archipelagos have a special place in Western Australia – their weather and water quality combined with their remoteness have resulted in astounding diversity above and especially below the water. ​ Islands and archipelagos have a special place in Western Australia – their weather and water quality combined with their remoteness have...

Hiking in the South West

From pristine coastal walks to forest inland climbs, the South-West’s generous landscape has a fantastic range of spots ideal for hiking, including unpatrolled beaches and undulated bush trails. The landscape all year-round down South is a spectacle. However, with the wildflower season in full swing, Spring is the ideal time to take a trip down...

Hiking in WA's north west

Experience the wildflower season, waterfalls and Gorges whilst hiking through loops and cliffs in WA’s picturesque North-West. If you’ve got a few days up your sleeve, the north of the state is a breathtaking place for a hike – the coasts and forests you’ll see in the south are replaced with gigantic gorges, and red and orange landscapes pepper...

Hiking in WA

At twice the size of Western Europe, WA is a huge landscape, filled with more than 700 trails. Many of which boast ever-changing displays of exquisite flora and fauna, stunning views of the landscape and unique wildlife. Hiking Hotspots The immense number of hiking options offers an experience for everyone, from the thermal springs, waterfalls ...

Wreck diving in WA

The many reefs bordering the coastline are incredibly hard to navigate, so it’s no wonder that WA is home to an abundance of shipwrecks abound with marine life- a divers dream combination. ​ The many reefs bordering the coastline are incredibly hard to navigate, so it’s no wonder that WA is home to an abundance of shipwrecks abound with marine ...

Reef diving in WA

Ningaloo Reef is one of Australia’s best-kept secrets and is WA’s answer to the Great Barrier Reef. If you love diving with marine animals, the reef will be your dream come true; depending on the season you’re likely to see whale sharks, manta rays, turtles and reef sharks. ​ Ningaloo Reef is one of Australia’s best-kept secrets and is WA’s ans...

Diving in WA

Drift weightlessly in an underwater wonderland of colourful coral gardens and curious fish. There’s spectacular marine diversity for divers in WA, from wrecks in the southwest, to the world-renowned Ninglaoo Reef in the north, with fascinating marine creatures to be discovered. Drift weightlessly in an underwater wonderland of colourful coral ...

4WD top tips

Spinning your wheels with the lack of outdoor activities this winter? Why not get some traction, with a 4WD adventure? We’ve rounded up the top routes, with some helpful hints to get you bush-bashing like a pro. TOP TRACKS Mundaring Powerline East of Perth is a track for the more daring 4WD-ers. It's made up of mainly clay and rock that i...

4WD

Escape the crowds with a 4WD adventure You can explore the colossal dunes in Lancelin, manoeuvre along powerline tracks through the hills, or find a deserted beach where you can camp beneath the stars. NORTH COAST & VALLEYS Using the town of Gingin, 25km inland, as a starting point, trek along the edge of the Moore River National Park for ...

Best picnic spots

Head out this weekend to one of our favourite family spots. KINGS PARK | It's a go-to for a reason – Perth's largest park is also home to some of its most fail-safe picnic spots. Synergy Parkland and the Lotterywest Family Area are both great choices, with playgrounds, toilets and barbecue facilities. For something a little quieter, spread a r...

A book lovers guide to Perth

It's reading season, so we’ve rounded up Perth's best bookstores, book cafés and local literati. Bookworms, unite! It's reading season, so whether you're a chick lit fan or strictly classics-only, we've rounded up Perth's best bookstores, book cafes, and local literati. Bookworms, unite! COFFEE, TABLE, BOOK Coffee-stained pages are an occup...