Northam

Nestled between the Avon and Mortlock River is Northam: a melting pot of WA’s rich history and culture.

A way to capture the true essence of the region is a visit to the world-class Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Bilya Koort Boodja, located along the Avon River foreshore. It showcases the historical and environmental presence of the Nyoongar people through state-of-the-art giant screens and interactive educational displays. 

Have a boutique stay at the newly opened Farmers’ Home Hotel, a once-notorious pub now a restored heritage-listed masterpiece and the flashiest point in town to meet.

See the valley along the river with a kayak ride or by air in a hot air balloon adventure.

Need more Northam inspiration? Head to Avon Tourism to discover more.

Margaret River

Margaret River is WA’s most famed town of the south for many reasons.

World-class surf, award-winning wine, farm-to-table dining, a lot is going on in our beloved laidback town Margs – the centre of WA’s premier wine region. 

Beyond the waves and vineyards, see another side to Margaret River by strolling through the farmers market every Saturday morning in town, venturing out to visit Boranup Karri Forest to see woodland giants, exploring the underground with a tour of one of its six caves.

Need more Margaret River inspiration? Head to Australia’s South West to discover more.

Esperance

Esperance is the kind of place where it’s hard to have anything but an adventurous time.

It may be a bit of a road trip to get there (7.5 hours’ drive) but is it well worth visiting this Southern Ocean fringing city.

Spend a day chilling at Australia’s whitest beach, Lucky Bay joined with sunbathing ‘roos or chose to tighten up the sneakers with a hike up Frenchman Peak in Cape Le Grand National Park. 

For a quirky experience, head to Esperance Stonehenge, a replica of the UK’s ancient wonder.

Need more Esperance inspiration? Head to Australia’s Golden Outback to discover more.

Geraldton

Good old Gero as the locals call it. It is the only major city along the Coral Coast and is a mecca for kite-surfing enthusiasts and history buffs.

Pay respects at the beautifully structured HMAS Sydney II Memorial. Bronzed doves are ornamented into the domes’ design, representing the 645 men who lost their lives onboard the ship during WWII in 1941. Head to the Museum of Geraldton to find out more about Geraldton’s rich history. Check out the Yamaji Art Centre, home to a vast display of Aboriginal art or see the city in topsy-turvy fashion with a visit to art installation Horizon, along the Beresford Foreshore.

Need more Geraldton inspiration? Head to Australia’s Coral Coast to discover more.