Your Guide to Perth + Fremantle

PERTH & FREMANTLE

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...Perth is Western Australia’s vibrant riverside capital...

A vast land covering two million square kilometres and boasting an impressive 12,000 kilometre coastline, Western Australia comprises approximately one third of the Australian mainland but it is home to just over 10% of the nation’s population. 2.5 million people live in WA; most of them (90%) live in Perth.

Basking in a sunny Mediterranean climate, Perth is Western Australia’s vibrant riverside capital with a population of just over two million people, an easy going lifestyle and a friendliness second to none.

Enjoy a choice of superb beaches, wildlife parks and worldclass golf courses, where kangaroos have been known to watch golfers putt, plus a spirited, cosmopolitan city vibe.

The port city of Fremantle has a maritime flavour combined with heritage and multiculturalism. Just a short drive from the city centre will find you within premium wine-producing areas in the Swan Valley; beautiful Indian Ocean beaches the relaxed life of the Rockingham and Mandurah regions.

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Kings Park, overlooking Perth Photo: Tourism Western Australia

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MUST SEE, MUST DO GOLF FREMANTLE PERTH BEACHES THE SWAN VALLEY PERTH HILLS GETTING AROUND Perth rail network map Perth central city map Greater Perth map SHOPPING Perth city shopping malls map WINING and DINING ACCOMMODATION SHOWS and EVENTS USEFUL INFORMATION Western Australia map

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...Brilliant sunshine, sparkling waterways and a sophisticated outdoor lifestyle...

Basking in a sunny Mediterranean climate, Perth is Western Australia’s vibrant riverside capital with a population of just over two million people, an easy going lifestyle and a friendliness second to none.

Enjoy a choice of superb beaches, wildlife parks and worldclass golf courses, where kangaroos have been known to watch golfers putt, plus a spirited, cosmopolitan city vibe.

Western Australia is eight hours ahead of GMT, the same time zone as Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong. It is 11/2 hours behind Adelaide and Darwin and two hours behind the Eastern states. The time differences are increased by one hour from October to March when all Australian states except Western Australia and Queensland advance their clocks forward an hour for daylight savings time.

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Most people find Perth bright, fun, friendly and ‘laid back’ (relaxing) but visitors are sure to find their own descriptions after their holiday. It’s a city where brilliant sunshine, sparkling waterways and a sophisticated outdoor lifestyle create a city that’s always in a holiday mood.

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With an annual average of 8 hours of sun per day, Perth is Australia’s sunniest capital city. Beautiful, cosmopolitan, multi-cultural. Perth truly does have something for everyone... You’ll find attractions that appeal to all types of visitors. Locals will tell you the outdoor lifestyle in Perth is one of the best reasons for living here. As a visitor, enjoying one or more of Perth’s parks, gardens and national parks should be at the top of your ‘must-do’ list, with opportunities to see Australian wildlife and wildflowers, do some bushwalking, or just relax and have a picnic. Enjoy our beautiful clean air, learn something about our Indigenous and European heritage and marvel at the Bell Tower at Elizabeth Quay; its 18 bells that hang in a specially built 82.5m high glass and copper campanile make it one of the world’s largest musical instruments.

Of course, we think we have the best beaches in Australia but you should check them out for yourself. Whether you plan to surf, swim, fish, sunbathe or just enjoy a spectacular sunset over the water with fish and chips for dinner, the Indian Ocean is a ‘must see’ whatever time of year you are visiting.

Adventure seekers are spoilt for choice with river cruises, skydiving, jet boating, surfing lessons, scuba diving, whale watching cruises and swimming with wild dolphins.

Take in a show, a festival, an outdoor concert or sporting event at one of our world-class venues. Watch a movie from the comfort of a deckchair on the rooftop of a city building.

Visit a winery in the Swan Valley, a brewery in Fremantle, a cosy B&B in the Perth Hills or check out our growing small bar scene.

Enjoy spectacular views of Perth from Kings Park. Here you’ll find a unique expanse of parkland, the state’s Botanic Gardens, beautiful native floral displays, leisurely walk trails, picnic areas and cafes.

Opposite page: Elizabeth Quay, Perth photo: Tourism Western Australia This page from top: Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour; Thomson Bay, Rottnest Island; Perth city skyline and Swan River photos: Tourism Western Australia

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KINGS PARK and BOTANIC GARDENS In West Perth, above the city centre is a unique expanse of parkland, bushland and the state’s Botanic Garden offering beautiful native floral displays, spectacular views of Perth, leisurely walk trails, picnic areas and cafes. Aspects of Kings Park is a gallery and retail space for the highest quality contemporary Australian craft and design right in the heart of one of WA’s most iconic locations. Its product range is innovative, colourful, intriguing and inspirational, and reflects our natural environment and flora biodiversity. Shop for art, jewellery, homewares and books. www.kingspark.com.au, aspectsofkingspark.com.au ABORIGINAL ART GALLERY Located in Kings Park, this gallery exhibits the art of Indigenous Western Australian artists. Meet and talk to artists and observe them as they work, listen as their stories unfold in music and dance performances. Visitors can be part of the reconciliation process between Australia’s original inhabitants and the people who have made this country their home over the past 200 years. www.aboriginalgallery.com.au ELIZABETH QUAY Perth’s newest precinct is being developed around an inlet that connects the city centre with the Swan River. Special events, eateries, new hotels, accommodation developments and a public transport hub are providing a focal point for locals and visitors alike. www.elizabethquay.com.au THE BELL TOWER One of the world’s largest musical instruments and one of Perth’s most unique attractions. A set of bells is housed in an 82.5 metre high tower located at Elizabeth Quay on the Swan River foreshore. There are galleries from which to view the bell ringers in action, and historical displays. www.thebelltower.com.au

From top: Kings Park and Botanical Garden; Elizabeth Quay, Perth; Cottesloe Beach photos: Tourism Western Australia

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THE PERTH MINT Visit one of the world’s oldest mints still operating from its original premises in East Perth. Watch a gold pouring performance, view Australia’s largest collection of natural gold nuggets, see precious metal coins being manufactured and shop for unique treasures and exquisite jewellery. www.perthmint.com.au/visit THE ART GALLERY OF WA The Art Gallery of WA, founded in 1895, is at the heart of the Perth Cultural Centre. It houses the State Art Collection, which includes one of the world’s finest collections of Indigenous art, the pre-eminent collection of Western Australian art and design, as well as Australian and international art and design. www.artgallery.wa.gov.au PERTH ZOO Just ten minutes on the ferry from Elizabeth Quay, Perth Zoo is an award-winning must-do Australian experience and home to over 1,200 animals from around the world. Book a Close Encounter and go behind-the-scenes to experience our rare and extraordinary animals up close. Open every day of the year. www.perthzoo.com.au From top: Perth CBD; Swimming with wild dolphins, Rockingham Wild Encounters photos: Tourism Western Australia; Kangaroo statues, Perth CBD

BURSWOOD PARK Located on the banks of the Swan River and just minutes from Perth city, Burswood Park offers beautiful parklands, heritage trails, playgrounds, barbecue and picnic areas, sculptures and local birdlife. www.burswoodpark.wa.gov.au 10

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CROWN PERTH With 3 luxury hotels, a day spa, nightclub, convention centre, theatre, restaurants, bars and a 24-hour casino, Crown Perth is a complete entertainment destination. www.crownperth.com.au OPTUS STADIUM Perth’s newest event destination, Optus Stadium is located in parklands on the Burswood Peninsula, east of the CBD and overlooking the Swan River and Perth City. This worldclass 60,000-seat multi-purpose stadium hosts a variety of sport and entertainment events including AFL football, international cricket, soccer, rugby and concerts. www.optusstadium.com.au ARALUEN BOTANIC PARK Heaven in the hills... an extraordinary botanic garden in a breathtakingly beautiful setting, just 35km south-east of Perth. Open every day 9am–6pm, modest entry fees apply. www.araluenbotanicpark.com.au CAVERSHAM WILDLIFE PARK Home to a host of Australia’s favourite animals and exotic birds. With shady picnic areas plus a kiosk, it’s a great spot to relax whilst making friends with the unique local wildlife.

The park has 2 shows running 3 times daily: The Farm Show – mustering, sheep shearing, whip cracking and more, and The Meet The Wombat and Friends Experience – interact and have your photo taken with a variety of native animals. www.cavershamwildlife.com.au WHITEMAN PARK 20 minutes from the city centre Whiteman Park is home to the Motor Museum of WA, tram and train rides, a variety of quaint craft shops, a fantastic birds of prey display and much more. Situated in picturesque bushland the park covers an area of more than 4,200 hectares with nearly half classified as high value conservation bushland or wetland and is open every day of the year, entry is free. www.whitemanpark.com.au From top: Spring tulips at Araluen Botanic Park; Caversham Wildlife Park photo Tourism Western Australia; Whiteman Park

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AQWA – THE AQUARIUM OF WA Explore 12,000km of our coastline in just one day. From the icy cold waters of the Southern Ocean to the tropical wonderland of coral reefs in the Far North, come on an underwater journey to discover our incredible marine life. www.aqwa.com.au SCITECH Every visit is a scientific adventure. Touch, switch, climb, crank and explore our hands-on discovery exhibits. Journey through the universe at Horizon – the Planetarium, a huge dome screen enabling a 360° view of night sky images. www.scitech.org.au ABORIGINAL CULTURAL TOURS Take a journey of discovery on an Indigenous Heritage Tour.

Learn about traditional tools and weapons, bush medicines and bush tucker. www.wavisitorcentre.com.au From top: Aquarium of WA; Spectacles Wetlands

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PERTH ARENA Perth’s landmark 15,000-seat entertainment and sports venue features breathtaking design and cutting edge technology. As well as hosting world-class concerts, it is the home of the Hopman Cup and the Perth Wildcats. www.pertharena.com.au WACA MUSEUM Take a guided ground tour Monday to Friday at 10am and 1pm, fees apply. No tours on match days, weekends and public holidays. Catch a free CAT bus from Perth. www.waca.com.au ROTTNEST ISLAND ‘Rotto’ is a popular destination located just 18km off the coast, it’s just a short ferry trip away – half an hour from Fremantle, 40 minutes from Hillarys and an hour down the Swan River from Perth city. Once you’re there it feels like another world entirely and makes for a perfect day trip or a relaxing longer stay.

Rottnest was originally occupied by the Indigenous people of the Nyoongar Tribe up to 6,500 years ago. The Island has been made use of in many ways since the arrival of European settlers, including as an Aboriginal penal colony.

Prisoners who were kept there from 1838 to 1904 are responsible for the construction of many of the buildings on the island, including the lighthouse.

Rottnest is surrounded by beaches and bays, popular for snorkelling, scuba diving, surfing and swimming. Whale and dolphin watching are also popular experiences during the migration season. Rottnest is home to an array of flora and fauna, including everyone’s favourite (and protected) furry little creature, the quokka.

The most popular way to see Rottnest is by bicycle, as the island is almost traffic-free. There is a good variety of accommodation available and the lack of vehicles on the island enhances its peaceful and relaxed lifestyle. rottnestisland.com From top: Perth Arena; Rottnest Island; Wadjemup Lighthouse, Rottnest Island photos: Tourism WA; The Basin, Rottnest Island Garry Norris Photography

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SANDALFORD ESTATE Sandalford is one of Australia’s oldest, most prestigious privately-owned wineries. Take a tour on suspended walkways, dine alfresco under 123 year-old vines in an award-winning restaurant, enrol in a wine appreciation class or a winemaker for a day course. www.sandalford.com ADVENTURE WORLD Perth’s premier amusement park with over 30 rides and waterslides. Whether you are looking for a family friendly experience or you’re an extreme thrill seeker, there’s something for everyone. Open September to May. www.adventureworld.net.au SKYDIVE THE BEACH AND BEYOND Experience tandem skydiving over Rockingham Beach with unbeatable views of Perth, Rottnest Island and the beautiful Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. www.skydive.com.au LONE RANGES SHOOTING COMPLEX Learn to shoot a variety of rifles, shotguns, revolvers and pistols in our indoor complex. Packages include firearms, targets, ammunition, protection and basic training. www.lrsc.net.au iFLY INDOOR SKYDIVING Lean into the wind inside the giant glass tunnel as a column of air lifts you up and you float effortlessly into flight guided by qualified instructors. Whether you’re 3 or 103, indoor skydiving is not just a thrill ride but an exciting action sport. www.ifly.com.au THE MAZE, HOME OF OUTBACK SPLASH North of the city you can enjoy all the attractions of this family fun park including a waterslide playgound (open from Septmeber to April) a number of mazes, mini-golf and a variety of native Australian animals and birds. www.themaze.com.au From top: The Roundhouse, Fremantle – WA’s oldest public building; Cricket at the WACA; sea kayaking in Cockburn Sound

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FREMANTLE PRISON Fremantle Prison holds the key to history, mystery and fun.

Experience Perth’s only World Heritage site – the most intact of all Australian convict sites – on a Prison Day Tour, Tunnels Tour or Torchlight Tour. www.fremantleprison.com.au FREMANTLE ROUND HOUSE The oldest public building in WA is located on Arthur Head in Fremantle and has sweeping views over the port and Indian Ocean. It served as the colony’s first gaol from 1831 until the convict built Fremantle Prison was completed in the mid-1850s. It is open to the public daily.

Captains Lane, Fremantle THE AVIATION HERITAGE MUSEUM 30 aircraft are on display, in Bullcreek including a Spitfire, a WWII Lancaster, a Tigermoth and a Catalina flying boat. See thousands of artefacts from the early days of flight up to the days of space travel, with many items to interest children. www.raafawa.org.au THE ARMY MUSEUM OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA Located in the historic Artillery Barracks established in Fremantle in 1910, the Museum houses an extensive display of militaria, tanks, artillery and vehicles. Open Wed–Sun for visits at 10:30am and 1pm. www.armymuseumwa.com.au WESTERN AUSTRALIA MARITIME MUSEUM Three sites in Fremantle bring together WA’s rich maritime heritage. The Shipwreck Galleries, the landmark building at Victoria Quay and, next door, the decommissioned submarine Ovens. The exhibitions tell the stories of human endeavour that bring to life our maritime past. The roof of the museum towers 30 metres above the boats in a display celebrating the boating history of Western Australians, showcasing the adventures of people challenging nature and themselves as they take on the world on the water. www.museum.wa.gov.au/maritime From top: State Theatre Centre, Perth; Fremantle Prison; Western Australia Maritime Museum, Fremantle photos Tourism Western Australia

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GOLF Perth is a perfect place for a golfing holiday; our temperate climate means you can play all year round, and our wide open spaces allow you to enjoy some spectacular scenery and a beautiful atmosphere. You may even get to share the green with a friendly kangaroo or emu!

With a variety of quality courses on offer, many of which have been designed by world-famous golf architects, it’s hardly surprising that Western Australia is one of the world’s favourite golfing destinations.

There are more than 40 courses in the greater Perth area, Many of them are open to the public 7 days a week.

Courses boast everything from state-of-the-art driving ranges and motorised buggies to pro shops and bar and restaurant facilities. Some offer resort-style accommodation, corporate function facilities and professional tuition, and some have other entertainment facilities such as swimming pools and squash courts.

Teeing off on one of our many courses during your visit to Perth is also a great way to experience the flora and wildlife that is unique to Western Australia.

Advance bookings, particularly for weekend play, are advisable.

From top: Kangaroos and golfers in the Swan Valley Photo: Tourism Western Australia, Golfers in the Perth Hills

Continually rated as one of Australia’s best golf resorts, The Vines Resort boasts two 18-hole courses and is located in the magnificent Swan Valley wine region, only 35 mins from Perth CBD. Verdelho Drive, The Vines Ph: 9297 3000 www.vines.com.au

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FREMANTLE

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...one of the best examples of a Victorian port streetscape in the world...

Fremantle has long been an integral aspect of the Western Australian landscape having been used since 1829 as a port to service the newly established Swan River Colony.

‘Freo’ has retained its migrant-driven cosmopolitan nature and preserved its identity. The working port plays host to cruise ships, a big fishing fleet and container ships. It maintains a vibrant commercial life but at the same time it has retained much of its charm. Old buildings have been painstakingly restored and the West End of town is acclaimed as one of the best examples of a Victorian port streetscape in the world.

There’s always something happening: festivals, exhibitions, street performances, markets and concerts. Fremantle is a hub for arts lovers, with local musicians and street performers out to impress the crowds on weekends. And Fremantle doesn’t go to sleep after dark. The bars, pubs and nightclubs that abound are just warming up when the sun goes down.

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Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour Photo: Tourism Western Australia

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CREATIONS JEWELLERY and DESIGNERS

The focal point for jewellery in Fremantle.

Internationally known for stunning diamond rings, earrings and pendants to the latest trends in branded jewellery.

118 High St Mall Ph: 9433 2331 www.creationsjewellery.com.au

THE MONK BREWERY & KITCHEN

With an onsite craft brewery and globally-inspired food, this unique venue on the Cappuccino Strip has tons to offer. Award winning while staying laid back, it epitomises Fremantle.

33 South Terrace Ph: 9336 7666 www.themonk.com.au

FREMANTLE BAKEHOUSE

Traditional Aussie meals in a rustic setting. Breakfasts served all day, sandwiches, rolls and wraps, pies and sausage rolls plus an array of bakery items. Open 7 days.

52 South Terrace Ph: 9430 9592 fremantlebakehouse.com.au

STS LEEUWIN II DAY SAILS Jump aboard for a unique 3-hour sailing experience. Join in the sailing activities, climb the bow sprit and take the helm.

Or sit back and enjoy the sail – the choice is up to you.

Victoria Quay, Fremantle Ph: 9430 4105 www.sailleeuwin.com

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PERTH BEACHES

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...Enjoy memorable sunsets, busy cafes, great surfing spots and safe swimming beaches...

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If one aspect of WA were to characterise life in Perth, surely it’s our beaches – those magical places where the Indian Ocean meets the land. The clean, unspoilt white beaches and blue water contrast with the native bush found along the coast and make irresistible gathering points during the summer months for locals and visitors alike.

Perth’s beaches extend along a strip of Indian Ocean coastline which stretches from Mandurah in the south, to Fremantle and all the way north to Yanchep, 45 minutes north of Perth. Enjoy memorable sunsets, busy cafes, great surfing spots and safe swimming beaches, all within an easy drive from Perth and Fremantle.

Adventure seekers are spoilt for choice with parasailing, jet boating, surfing lessons and whale watching cruises on offer.

Whether you plan to surf, swim, jetski, fish, sunbathe or just enjoy a spectacular sunset over the water with fish and chips for dinner, the Indian Ocean should be on your ‘must see’ list.

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COTTESLOE BEACH Just 15 minutes from Perth’s city centre, world-famous Cottesloe Beach sits amongst Norfolk pines and terraced lawns overlooking the Indian Ocean. The clean, clear coastline and manicured lawns ensure it’s bustling during summer and there are plenty of cafes nearby where you can watch the passing action.

SCARBOROUGH BEACH and TRIGG ISLAND The area is renowned for cafes as well as great beaches. It is perfect for surfers and is home to some of Perth’s surf schools. The Scarborough-Trigg Heritage Walk celebrates Australia’s Centenary of Federation by highlighting stages and events in the past 100 years of the surrounding area.

The walk recognises the Nyoongar people’s prior occupancy and custodianship of this coastal area and includes signposts for historic sites and events, native plants and animals, history of local surf lifesaving and information on past tragedies. The Friends of Trigg Bushland group conducts guided nature walks through the reserve. For more information, including a walk map, visit stirling.wa.gov.au CITY BEACH and SWANBOURNE Popular with locals, it has an expansive grassed area that is perfect for picnics close to the beach and it’s a good place to seek out local sporting teams training in the off season.

Swanbourne Beach offers a reasonably safe swimming beach with the biggest danger being the short break which can develop with strong onshore winds. Popular with nudists!

NORTHERN BEACHES Head north of the city to explore the coastal suburbs of Mullalloo, Whitfords, Mindarie, Yanchep, Quinns Rock and Two Rocks. You’ll find cafes, shops and resorts as well as beachside reserves with facilities such as barbecues, childrens’ playgrounds and walking trails. There are dedicated dog beaches, there’s even a beach north of Hillarys where horses and their riders are permitted.

Opposite page: Mettams Pool, Trigg on the Sunset Coast photo: City of Stirling This page from top: Swanbourne Beach; Drinks at sunset; Cottesloe Beach photos: Tourism Western Australia

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SHIPWRECKS Off Two Rocks the coast is dotted with treacherous reefs and the shipwrecks that have come to grief there, making a great location for divers. One of the wrecks is visible from the shore. Good visibility and interesting coral formations make the waters around Perth popular for scuba diving. Local companies operate dive charters and you’ll have no trouble hiring everything you need.

MARINE PARKS Marmion and Shoalwater Islands Marine Parks showcase the diverse marine life of the area and gives visitors an opportunity to see bottlenose dolphins, penguins, seals and even humpback whales in season.

HILLARYS BOAT HARBOUR Visit Hillarys Boat Harbour, 30 minutes north of Perth. The Harbour is home to AQWA, the Aquarium of WA and a host of great shopping and dining options right out over the water at Sorrento Quay.

ROTTNEST ISLAND Located just 18km off Fremantle, a visit to Rottnest is just a ferry trip away although ‘Rotto’ feels like another world entirely. Discover its pristine waters, brilliant beaches and hidden bays during a day excursion, or enjoy a longer stay.

Local Aborigines knew the island as ‘Wadjemup’ (place across the water), while Dutch explorers in the 17th century named it ‘Rottenest’, meaning rat’s nest, having mistaken the local marsupials (quokkas) for huge rats. It has served as an Aboriginal penal settlement, a place for salt gathering and processing, and a World War II military installation.

Rottnest is popular for snorkelling, scuba diving, surfing and swimming. Many of the sheltered bays are calm enough even for inexperienced swimmers. Rottnest is home to an array of flora and fauna; many birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals can be spotted on the island, including of course everyone’s favourite friendly (and protected) furry little creature, the quokka.

From top: Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea), off Carnac Island; Hillarys Marina; Parker Point, Rottnest Island photos: Tourism Western Australia

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SOUTHERN BEACHES South of Fremantle you’ll find areas of clean and inviting coastline including Coogee Beach and Woodman Point, which offer a variety of activities for boating and fishing enthusiasts. The sparkling waters of Warnbro and Cockburn Sounds which surround Rockingham are ideal for all sorts of aquatic sports including sailing, fishing and water skiing.

Fringed with award-winning sandy beaches, these are some of the best stretches of coastline to be found in Australia.

PENGUIN ISLAND Just a 5-minute ferry ride off the coast of Rockingham in the crystal clear waters of the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park, the island is home to a large colony of little penguins and other wildlife, and has something special for visitors of all ages. As well as the Penguin Island Discovery Centre there are picnic areas, lookouts and pristine beaches that can be accessed by a network of boardwalks and walkways.

MANDURAH A visit to Mandurah can be as busy or relaxing as you like with a variety of activities on offer to suit all tastes. Stroll along the waterfront to one of the numerous cafes and restaurants perched on the water’s edge where you’ll find everything from traditional fresh fish and chips to award winning restaurants, bakeries and bars, or walk to the foreshore parklands for great picnic and barbecue spots overlooking the water.

STAY SAFE AT THE BEACH Lifesavers patrol Perth beaches in summer, so always remember to swim between the flags for your safety.

Too many holiday-makers get sunburnt, so make sure you protect yourself. When going out into the sun, wear sensible clothing including a hat. Apply SPF30+ sunscreen and try to avoid the midday sun by having lunch indoors or in the shade. The Cancer Council WA stocks a comprehensive range of sun-protection items; visit cancerwa.asn.au for more information.

From top: Surfing at Secret Harbour; Dolphin cruise, Mandurah; Duty surf lifesaver; Sandy beach south of Perth photos: Tourism Western Australia

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THE SWAN VALLEY

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...the region houses boutique restaurants, art and craft galleries and beautiful scenery...

Lush green vineyards, vines bursting with grapes, wine, delicious food and other delights are all part of the experience in Perth’s leafy Swan Valley and the region houses boutique restaurants, art and craft galleries and enough beautiful scenery for a thousand postcards.

Just 25 minutes from the centre of the city the Swan Valley, with its calendar of festivals and events, is a popular destination all year round. The area was settled in the nineteenth century when farmers found it difficult to find uninhabited land near the banks of the Swan River in the city. Many of the charming old buildings in the area have been retained and refurbished, particularly in Guildford.

Drop into the Visitor Centre in Guildford to pick up a Food and Wine Trail map and follow the 32km scenic drive that can direct you to more than 150 attractions. Many Swan Valley businesses are open on weekends but closed on Mondays so be sure to take this into account when planning your visit.

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Swan Valley photo: Tourism Western Australia

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• WA’s most awarded wine attraction, including 2017 Australian Tourism Award – Best Winery • 20 minutes from Perth City, open 7 days • Multi Gold Plate award-winning a la carte restaurant with delicious cuisine and superb service • Margaret River and Swan Valley premium wines • Best Cellar Door experience, including wine tasting and sales, unique giftware and branded clothing • Winery tours and winemaker for a day courses • All inclusive Swan River gourmet wine cruise voted TripAdvisor’s Top 10 Australian Experiences 2018 • Outdoor concerts, festivals and events • Chinese staff fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese 我們Sandalford酒莊提供中文與粵語導覽人員服務

3210 West Swan Rd, Swan Valley Ph: 9374 9374 www.sandalford.com

WINERIES There are more than 40 wineries, from small family-run concerns through to world-famous vineyards. Visit a cellar door for tastings where you may even meet the owners to learn more about the history of the region. You can be a winemaker-for-a-day, or book a tour to take in several stops, while someone else does the driving.

Sandalford Winery is one of Australia’s oldest, most prestigious privately-owned wineries. Take a tour on suspended walkways, dine alfresco under 125 year-old vines, or enrol in a wine appreciation class.

PARKS AND WILDLIFE Whiteman Park is situated in 4,200 hectares of bushland just 20 minutes from Perth. With its picturesque picnic grounds, walking trails and a strong transport heritage theme in its attractions, be sure to allow time to explore. Meet a host of Australia’s favourite animals and exotic birds at Caversham Wildlife Park. With shady picnic areas plus a kiosk, it’s a great spot to relax whilst making friends with the unique local wildlife and taking in the shows.

LOCAL PRODUCE You can visit art and craft galleries and workshops, chocolate, nut or nougat factories and a host of cafes and restaurants as you explore Australia’s first Humane Food Region. Visit boutique breweries and distilleries year round and, in Summertime, purchase just-picked fruit and vegetables from roadside stalls.

Margaret River Chocolate Factory in the Swan Valley; Caversham Wildlife Park; Riverbank Estate Winery photos: Tourism Western Australia

IRONBARK BREWERY

Enjoy handcrafted naturally-brewed beers and ciders, as well as local wines, with tasty Australian food all set in a sheltered alfresco beer garden. Open Wed–Sun for lunch. Live music every Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

55 Benara Rd, Caversham Ph: 9377 4400 www.ironbarkbrewery.com.au

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To the east of Perth you’ll find pristine natural bush, Spring wildflowers, forests, waterfalls and spectacular views. If you’re looking for something a little more ‘man made’ there are art galleries and historic sites to explore, wine trails to follow, restaurants and cafes to cater to every food fantasy, day spas, open-air cinemas and fabulous outdoor concert amphitheatres. Why not give yourself a real break and stay the night in a friendly B&B or self-cater cottage?

ARMADALE Located only 30 minutes south east of Perth, Armadale boasts a rich cultural heritage, breathtaking bushland complete with walk trails, a wide range of quality accommodation, boutique wineries, award-winning restaurants, beautiful art galleries and more. You can choose from a variety of activities from a vigorous walk along one of the many bush trails, a scenic drive through the hills, relaxing at one of the many cafes and restaurants, swimming or canoeing. Armadale offers something to suit everyone.

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KALAMUNDA 30 minutes east of Perth is Kalamunda; a special ‘home in the forest’ that offers a true country town experience. Here you’ll find a range of unique shops as well as restaurants, cafes, places of historical interest, scenic parks and spectacular vistas. Kalamunda is home to the northern terminus of the Bibbulmun Track, a long-distance world class walking track, sprawling 965km to Albany.

BICKLEY VALLEY Just 30 minutes from the Perth CBD you can explore boutique wineries, cafes and restaurants along the Bickley and Carmel Wine Trail to find hand crafted award-winning wines, a cidery, organic chocolates, jarrah honey, fresh flowers and a range of fresh fruit and vegetables.

MUNDARING Mundaring is a haven for cyclists and bushwalkers with recreational sites, a campground with facilities for families and disabled people, as well as lookouts offering panoramic views over Mundaring Weir. Wildlife found in the park includes chuditch (western quoll), the quenda (southern brown bandicoot), common bushtail possum, short-beaked echidna, western grey kangaroo and the western brush wallaby. The Munda Biddi Trail, a cycle trail that runs approximately 1,000km from Perth to Albany, runs through the park, meandering through river valleys and magnificent eucalypt forests.

JOHN FORREST NATIONAL PARK First established in 1898, this park provides magnificent views and contains a variety of walk trails and spectacular winter waterfalls. It’s a great place for picnicking, wildlife spotting and bushwalking anytime of the year. Spring wildflowers such as native orchids are a drawcard and you may see lizards and western bearded dragons basking in the sun, and honey possums and western pygmy possums in the bush. Some paths are suitable for disabled access and cycling is permitted on approved trails.

Opposite page: Hovea Falls, John Forrest National Park This page from top: Forest walk, Mundaring; Forest lookout, Perth Hills; Bibbulmun Track, near Kalamunda photos: Tourism Western Australia

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DRIVING LAWS In Australia we drive on the left hand side of the road. Seat belts must, by law, be worn by all persons travelling in a motor vehicle. Posted speed limits must be adhered to. The speed limit in Perth city and suburbs is 50km/hr unless otherwise signed; major arterial roads are generally 60km/hr and the upper limit in country areas is 110km/hr.

Speed cameras are used throughout the state. The maximum speed for towing a vehicle is 100 km/h.

Western Australia has drink driving laws (the blood alcohol limit in WA is .05) as well as laws against the use of drugs that impair driver skills such as cannabis, amphetamines and ecstasy. These laws are rigidly enforced by an efficient police force equipped with modern, sophisticated radar devices and mobile alcohol and drug detection facilities.

In Australia it is illegal to use a mobile phone whilst driving as distracted drivers can be dangerous. Use a hands-free phone if you have to take a call or, better yet, pull over and stop the car.

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ROAD SIGNS In Australia distances on road signs are indicated in kilometres. Roads through areas of significant historic or scenic interest are indicated by white on brown Tourist Drive markers.

RENTAL CARS WA has a range of rental vehicles at competitive rates. You will need a valid Australian or international drivers license (in English).

PARKING There is limited street parking with the Perth CBD, but there are many outdoor or multi-storey car parks to be found.

Clearways are key roads that have been designated as 'no stopping' zones during specific times of the day to help traffic flow freely and safely. They are marked by a special roadside sign that state the times that Clearways operate.

Cars parked in these ‘no stopping’ zones may be towed away at the owner’s expense. Do not park in clearly marked bays that are reserved for people with disabilities. Reciprocal disability parking rights exist for interstate and overseas visitors for up to three months; for more information or to apply for an Acrod permit visit National Disability Services at www.nds.org.au PETROL Many service stations in Perth are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and most stock unleaded fuel, gas and diesel. If you are travelling to the country, it is advisable to check how far you are likely to drive between petrol stations, as they can be up to 500km apart.

BUSES Perth’s city and suburbs are well connected by buses. The main terminals currently are Roe Street Bus Station and the Elizabeth Quay Busport. Many popular destinations can be accessed via the CircleRoute buses including shopping centres, all universities and major hospitals. Tickets can be used on Transperth ferries and trains.

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TRAINS The Perth Railway Station is located on Wellington Street and connects to stations for the Joondalup and Mandurah lines. Travel from Perth to Fremantle, Midland or Joondalup takes around half an hour; to Armadale takes around 40 minutes; and to Mandurah takes less than an hour. Services are reduced but regular on weekends and public holidays.

You must have a valid ticket to travel. Tickets can be purchased from machines on train station platforms.

DayRider and FamilyRider are cost-saving cash tickets that may be useful for visitors to Perth. A SmartRider card is a cash-free way to use public transport, providing cheaper fares on buses and trains. Information on SmartRiders, bus and train routes and timetables can be obtained from major bus and train stations, or contact Transperth on 13 62 13 for information. Use the Transperth journey planner to find the best route; visit www.transperth.wa.gov.au FERRIES Transperth ferries operate throughout the day between Elizabeth Quay, Perth and Mends Street Jetty, South Perth.

The Perth Zoo and the South Perth cafe strip are within a short stroll of the Mends Street Jetty.

Private operators run cruises on the beautiful Swan River, with destinations including the Swan Valley, Fremantle and Rottnest Island. The main departure points are Barrack Street Jetty, Perth; Fremantle and Hillarys Boat Harbour.

VISITORS WITH DISABILITIES Transperth staff are available to assist wheelchair users to access trains. All CAT and CircleRoute buses are accessible, as are any buses displaying the blue wheelchair symbol. For further information, call Transperth on 13 62 13. Taxi services catering for wheelchairs can be booked, phone 13 62 94. A special taxi service for passengers with disabilities can be booked on 9422 2240. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is recommended that you book 24 hours in advance.

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Built in 1937, London Court is one of Perth’s best loved heritage listed shopping destinations. Captured in the setting of Tudor England, the court links Hay Street Mall and St Georges Terrace. Step back in time and discover copper coloured ships decorating the classically moulded ceilings at both entrances; and containers moulded with lions and unicorns lining the walkway.

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FREMANTLE Home to some of Australia’s most talented designers and creative minds, Fremantle is a hub for designers and artists.

This means there are many individual, unique boutiques and galleries, showcasing clothing, homewares, art, furniture and jewellery. You may find that something special you won’t find anywhere else.

CLAREMONT Claremont’s stylish fashion boutiques are centred along Bay View Terrace and the Claremont Quarter on Stirling Highway. Relax with a coffee and enjoy some ‘peoplewatching’ while you’re here.

SUBURBAN SHOPPING CENTRES Garden City Shopping Centre, Riseley Street, Booragoon has major department stores plus a huge selection of fashion, leisure and homewares. Lakeside Joondalup is located on the Joondalup train line, 25km north of the city centre. It features a large range of specialty shops plus a cinema complex. Westfield Carousel on Albany Highway, Cannington is the biggest shopping centre in Perth with over 250 stores from fashion to fresh food and dining as well as a cinema complex. Karrinyup Shopping Centre on Karrinyup Road is a shopper’s paradise offering a fashion-oriented shopping experience with many specialty retailers, two department stores and a discount department store all in the one place.

WEEKEND MARKETS At weekend markets you can browse everything from handmade arts and craft, gifts and accessories, gourmet treats, artisan breads and seasonal produce. E Shed Markets and Fremantle Markets, are housed in interesting old buildings.

TRADING HOURS Many retailers are open for trading 7 days a week. As well, shops in the city can open on Friday nights and shops in the suburbs can open on Thursday nights. Many supermarkets are open until 9pm each weeknight and some are open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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Quality national and international brands Specialty stores Dining and entertainment

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WINING and DINING

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Perth is fast becoming a foodies’ paradise with restaurants offering contemporary choices and taking great pride in putting Western Australia ‘on a plate’. With the variety of dining options across the city we’re sure you won’t be disappointed for choice.

Enjoy locally-produced seafood with a variety of specialty dishes including barramundi, tiger prawns, and the delicately flavoured marron (freshwater crayfish). Mouthwatering steaks are a speciality of many local restaurants, particularly those using beef and lamb from WA’s south west, and will tempt all but the vegetarians who are well catered for both in specialty restaurants and with varied menu choices at mainstream venues.

The cosmopolitan population of Perth ensures that international styles of food are created authentically in many restaurants. You’ll find cuisines such as Vietnamese, Indonesian, Japanese, Thai, Indian and Korean to Middle Eastern, African and a range of Mediterranean styles.

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In the Perth city centre and Northbridge you’ll be spoiled for choice with everything from fine dining establishments to funky wine bars, cocktail bars, trendy tapas bars and gourmet burger cafes. Some are located in interesting places such as converted basements and factories, on rooftops or down laneways and hidden spaces, waiting for you to discover them.

Travel out of the city centre to discover the haven of coffee shops and restaurants along Beaufort Street in Highgate and Mount Lawley. There are pubs offering a range of beers and hearty meals, wine bars with extensive wine lists and exotic cocktails, fine dining establishments and cafes for casual all-day dining. In Subiaco, Leederville and Victoria Park, each just a few minutes from Perth city centre, you’ll find restaurants, bars, nightclubs and cafes to suit every taste and budget.

Fremantle has its own vibrant nightlife centred around South Terrace and High Street. The numerous Italian and seafood restaurants are testament to Freo’s maritime culture and immigration heritage.

Just 25 minutes from the Perth CBD, the Swan Valley is WA’s oldest wine growing region and Australia’s first Humane Food Region. Follow the Swan Valley Food and Wine Trail to explore cafes, restaurants, wineries and gourmet produce outlets.

Perth locals love their coffee! Any self-respecting cafe will have a variety of coffee on their menu; from flat whites, to long maccs topped up, to double ristrettos, all made by baristas who take their craft very seriously.

Halal food, gluten free options, vegetarian and vegan food and other dietary requirements are well catered for in restaurants across Perth.

Smoking is not permitted in restaurants and bars and restrictions include outdoor dining areas. Check with waitstaff if you need to be directed to a smoking area.

By law, alcohol cannot be served to anyone under 18 years of age. Photographic proof of age may be required for service in bars or entry to nightclubs.

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SANDALFORD RESTAURANT Experience a unique blend of vineyard views, fresh regional produce, innovative cuisine, great wines and unmatched service. Ideal for relaxed casual dining, or social functions.

Open 7 days a week for lunch. www.sandalford.com KAILIS’ FISH MARKET CAFE This unique dining and tourism complex was voted best fish and chips and has a seafood BBQ, cafe, wine and beer and a fresh seafood market. Open 7 days at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour www.kailis.com C RESTAURANT Perth’s only revolving restaurant offers the best views in Perth and a menu to match. Modern Australian cuisine with top quality fresh produce and creative flavour combinations. www.crestaurant.com.au CROWN PERTH With three luxury hotels, a day spa, nightclub, convention centre, theatre, restaurants, bars and a 24-hour casino, Crown Perth is a complete entertainment destination. www.crownperth.com.au FREMANTLE BAKEHOUSE Traditional Aussie meals in a rustic setting. Breakfasts served all day, sandwiches, rolls and wraps, pies and sausage rolls plus an array of bakery items. Open 7 days. www.fremantlebakehouse.com.au IRONBARK BREWERY Enjoy handcrafted naturally-brewed beers and ciders, as well as local wines, with tasty Australian food all set in a sheltered alfresco beer garden. Open Wed–Sun for lunch.

Live music every Saturday and Sunday afternoon. www.ironbarkbrewery.com.au THE MONK BREWERY and KITCHEN With an onsite craft brewery and globally-inspired food, this unique venue has tons to offer. Award winning while staying laid back, it epitomises Fremantle. www.themonk.com.au From top: Fremantle dining; Perth diners; Rottnest Island seafood; Northbridge diners photo: Tourism Western Australia

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In Perth you’ll find all the expected accommodation options from backpackers to holidaying families to luxury seekers.

Visitors can get a personal experience by staying at a bed and breakfast, or indulge in one of the city’s international standard hotels. There are plenty of hostels and camp grounds for the budget traveller, or you could try a country experience at a family-friendly farmstay.

Resorts may have rooms in multi-storey buildings or single level apartments. They offer high quality accommodation, service and facilities as well as an extensive range of recreational activities including swimming pools, restaurants, tennis courts and golf courses.

Perth's City hotels offer a high-quality standard of service.

Expect 24-hour reception and an extensive range of guest facilities that may include conference and business facilities, restaurants, swimming pools, gymnasium, room service, airconditioning and tour booking desks.

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Self-contained apartments offer fully-furnished accommodation with equipped kitchens and laundries.

They may be serviced daily or weekly.

Motels offer modern, comfortable accommodation with car parking close to each unit. Rooms generally have private amenities, television and tea/coffee making facilities. Many have guest facilities like swimming pools and restaurants.

Pubs are also known as hotels, with many offering various forms of accommodation, especially in country towns. Often pubs were built during boom times of the past and are grand buildings located centrally in the town. Expect reasonably priced accommodation with a lively, social atmosphere, usually with shared facilities and shared or private rooms.

Perth has a wide range of good, clean budget hostels which provide comfortable, basic accommodation with communal bathroom and kitchen facilities. Caravan parks cater for caravans and campers and often offer self-contained cabins that can be anything from basic to luxurious.

Australian Automobile Clubs and Associations (AAA) provide an indication of the standard of accommodation visitors can expect in three major categories: facilities and services, cleanliness and quality and or condition.

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STAY IN ONE OF PERTH’S BEST LOCATIONS

Self-contained apartments on the picturesque South Perth foreshore overlooking the Swan River and Perth City skyline.

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NOVOTEL VINES RESORT and COUNTRY CLUB Enjoy the picturesque beauty of the Swan Valley. Our luxury resort in the Swan Valley, Perth boasts 103 resort rooms and 54 condominiums accompanied by restaurants, bars and lot more facilities. www.vines.com.au COMFORT INN & SUITES GOODEARTH PERTH With 180 spacious hotel rooms and apartments that are ideal for couples, families, school groups, sport groups and business travellers, the Goodearth is your ‘home away from home’. www.goodearthhotel.com.au HOTEL NORTHBRIDGE A unique heritage-listed property built in 1898 during the booming gold prospecting era, now restored to offer true boutique-style accommodation, the hotel boasts superior rooms, function facilities, bar and restaurant. www.hotelnorthbridge.com.au MOUNTS BAY WATERS APARTMENT HOTEL Fully serviced contemporary apartments just a few minutes' walk from the CBD. www.mounts-bay.com.au PENINSULA APARTMENTS Self-contained apartments on the picturesque South Perth foreshore overlooking the Swan River and Perth City skyline; one of Perth’s best locations. www.thepeninsula.net QUALITY HOTEL AMBASSADOR PERTH Well-appointed rooms and suites, centrally located in the Perth CBD. www.ambassadorhotel.com.au PIER 21 APARTMENT HOTEL Superbly positioned on the banks of the Swan Riverin North Fremantle, Pier 21 boasts premium apartments and luxurious suites, carefully designed to ensure your travelling pleasure. www.pier21.com.au THE SEBEL RESIDENCE Spacious studios and apartments, perfect for short and longterm stays, in a stunning Claisebrook Cove location. www.accorhotels.com

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CITADINES ST GEORGES TERRACE Located in the heart of Perth, a short stroll to galleries, restaurants, bars, shopping and the Swan River. www.somerset.com COMO THE TREASURY A contemporary luxury hotel in Perth’s newly revitalised historic heart, Como The Treasury provides an elegant, restful base from which to explore the wilder lures of Western Australia. www.comohotels.com/thetreasury HYATT REGENCY PERTH Located on the foreshore parklands overlooking the picturesque Swan River in Perth’s CBD. Savour the unparalleled views coupled with exemplary service, whether you’re here on business or for a weekend getaway. www.perth.hyatt.com SAGE HOTEL Located in the heart of West Perth in a 1902 heritage-listed residence that features an array of modern conveniences including complimentary Wi-Fi, parking and bicycles, as well as a gym that never closes. www.sagewestperth.com MONT CLARE BOUTIQUE APARTMENTS 1, 2 and 3 bedroom spacious apartments with a choice of 1 or 2 bathrooms. Each apartment is elegantly furnished and features a fully equipped kitchen, with separate living/dining area. Perfectly positioned to take advantage of all that Perth has to offer. www.montclareapartments.com BAILEYS PERTH ACCOMMODATION Self-contained, serviced apartments and motel rooms in East Perth with easy access to the city and Optus Stadium. www.baileysperthaccommodation.com.au JOONDALUP RESORT Located in natural bushland just 25 minutes north of Perth CBD and five minutes from the coast, Joondalup Resort offers an oasis of comfort including a 27-hole golf course. www.joondalupresort.com.au

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SHOWS and EVENTS

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Whether you fancy a play, live music or cheering on one of our sporting teams, there is plenty happening in Perth.

Live performance venues include the Crown Theatre just east of the city centre at Burswood, Riverside Theatre at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and the distinctive Perth Arena, a 15,000-seat indoor venue, complete with state-of-the-art sound system and retractable roof.

The Perth Cultural Precinct in Northbridge is home to the Art Gallery of WA, Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts and the State Theatre Centre which features the Heath Ledger Theatre. The magnificent His Majesty’s Theatre in Hay Street, Perth is an Edwardian building that has been restored to its former grandeur and makes a splendid performance venue for the WA Ballet and WA Opera companies.

Renowned as having exceptional acoustics, the Perth Concert Hall has played host to some of the world’s great classical musical ensembles such as the Berlin Philharmonic and the London Symphony Orchestra. This is where the WA Symphony Orchestra regularly perform.

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Other live performance venues in and around Perth include the Regal Theatre in Subiaco and the Astor Theatre in Mt Lawley; both examples of beautifullyrestored Art Deco buildings.

In Summer, enjoy your entertainment outdoors: cinemas on city building rooftops or set in parklands, beachside amphitheatres, even a disused quarry offers a spectacular setting for live music and dance performances.

JANUARY ATP Cup Tennis Australia Day Skyworks FEBRUARY Perth International Arts Festival Opera in the Park Fringe World Festival St Jerome’s Laneway Festival Rottnest Channel Swim World Super6 Perth MARCH Araluen’s Chilli Festival City of Joondalup Festival Sculpture by the Sea Caravan & Camping Show Mandurah Crab Fest APRIL Eat Drink Perth AFL season commences Fremantle Street Arts Festival Perth Garden Festival Anzac Day commemorations Mandurah Stretch Festival MAY International Comedy Festival Fremantle Heritage Festival Perth International Jazz Festival

JUNE City of Perth Winter Arts Season Whale watching season starts JULY Good Food and Wine Show Revelation Film Festival Wildflower season starts AUGUST Avon Descent City to Surf SEPTEMBER Perth Royal Show Kings Park Wildflower Festival Perth Fashion Festival York Festival OCTOBER Awesome International Festival Cricket season commences A-League Soccer season begins NOVEMBER NBL season commences DECEMBER Polo in the City Symphony in the City Perth City Festival of Christmas New Year’s Eve celebrations Perth Cup

A comprehensive list of events can be found at countrywide.com.au Events and venues were correct at time of printing but are subject to change. For tickets and information, contact the organisers directly.

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AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL

This year’s festival will bring together an array of events throughout Fremantle. Our theme is Connecting People, Places and the Past. The Australian Heritage Festival will bring to life all chapters of Australian culture and history, telling the stories of diverse and distinctive experiences that make up our community. to 19 May Various venues in Fremantle www.fremantle.wa.gov.au Mrs Taylor Aru 2018 Ochre pigments on paper 57.5 x 76 cm Courtesy artist’s family and Kira Kiro Art Centre

DESERT RIVER SEA: PORTRAITS OF THE KIMBERLEY

This is a landmark exhibition showcasing the vibrant and contemporary creative talent of Kimberley artists. Together with works from AGWA’s collection, the exhibition offers a rare experience of the land, artists and art of the Kimberley. to 27 May Art Gallery of WA Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge artgallery.wa.gov.au

PULSE PERSPECTIVES

WA's talented young artists are again celebrated as Year 12 Perspectives becomes Pulse Perspectives to better reflect what this exhibition is about: gauging the pulse of young people who will influence, empower and shape the world we live in. This year's exhibition features 46 works by graduating Year 12, 2018 Visual Arts students from across Western Australia. The selected works span a variety of subject matter and media, ranging from painting and drawing to sculpture, digital moving image, photography and textiles. to 22 Jul Art Gallery of WA Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge artgallery.wa.gov.au

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PERTH COMEDY FESTIVAL 2019

Perth's biggest month of comedy returns with a carefully curated program of the hottest international stars, local legends and nextbig-thing in comedy at venues all around Perth. The biggest night is the Comedy Festival Gala which brings together a dazzling line-up of the Festival’s funniest international stars, Australian legends and next-big-things for a spectacular night of comedy. to 19 May Various locations Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

V8 SUPERCARS SUPERNIGHT

Buckle up for three massive nights of Supercars racing action. Flaming exhausts, pyrotechnics displays and shining headlights add a spectacular new dimension to Supercars racing. Round up the family for a fun night out.

2–4 May Barbagallo Raceway, Neerabup www.v8supercars.com.au

WASO MASTERS SERIES: MOZART’S CLARINET CONCERTO

English conductor Mark Wigglesworth has an enviable reputation as a musician of immense artistic integrity and is renowned for his masterly interpretations. His commanding control and passionate insight will bring Elgar’s dramatic First Symphony to life, a work that was instantly hailed at its premiere as the greatest Symphony of modern times.

3–4 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

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NICK CODY: OLD MATE

Your favourite red bearded, loose unit returns a year older but not a year wiser. Nick was told that once he became a father, that everything would change. Nope. Beer is still delicious and he is still a dickhead. Come and witness a new hour of his world class stand-up.

3 May Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

TOMMY LITTLE: SELF-DIAGNOSED GENIUS

Tommy Little is a genius. He has the nude bungee jumps, broken bones and shit tattoos to prove it. He’s about to embark on his most genius-est challenge yet: running a marathon in Antarctica without training and a whole life of no leg weights. It’ll be a cracker of a story… if he lives to tell it.

3–4 May Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE

West Coast Eagles matches 4 May, 17 May, 2 Jun, 20 Jun, 6 Jul, 12 Jul, 27 Jul Optus Stadium, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

HUMAN NATURE

Fresh from their smash hit Las Vegas headlining residency, Human Nature will

perform a collection of their iconic back catalogue together with instant-hits from their new album, Romance Of The Jukebox.

4 May RAC Arena, 700 Wellington St, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

RHYS NICHOLSON Hello there. It’s me, Rhys, from comedy. Would you like to come to my comedy concert? Why not, you know? It will be nice. Please come.

4 May Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

PEKING DUK Peking Duk is the Australian house and alternative dance duo of DJ and producers Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles.

4 May Red Hill Auditorium, Toodyay Road, Red Hill Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

TOODYAY MOONDYNE FESTIVAL Go back in time and visit Toodyay's colonial festival celebrating the life of the infamous bushranger, Moondyne Joe. Join in the fun and festivities as various escapes are re-enacted throughout the town, Joe’s arrests and mock trials while being a general menace.

5 May Main St, Toodyay www.moondynefestival.com.au

TOM MALONE PRIZE

This highly respected annual event has played an integral role in the Gallery's acquisition of works by Australia's most inspiring, innovative and accomplished artists in this medium. Mark Elliott’s winning piece was selected from a competitive shortlist and is on display with other previous winning pieces. to 13 May Art Gallery of WA, Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge artgallery.wa.gov.au Mark Eliott Down at the water table 2018 Borosilicate glass – blown and hot sculpted, recycled Australian Red Cedar, water 58 cm H x 69 cm W x 16 cm Photographer: Richard Weinstein.

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BICKLEY HARVEST FESTIVAL

This festival in the Perth hills caters for locals and visitors alike with opportunities to taste award-winning wines and ciders, indulge in delicious lunches or a picnic with a gourmet hamper on the lawn.

5 May Various locations in the Bickley Valley www.bickleyharvestfestival.com

A BOWIE CELEBRATION –THE DAVID BOWIE ALUMNI TOUR

Key alumni musicians of David Bowie’s bands from across the decades come together for an unforgettable evening with a mix of top hits and deep cuts. Bowie’s friends, playing Bowie music, in true Bowie style.

7 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthconcerthall.com.au

STEPHEN K AMOS

An evening of brilliant favourites, classics and new material, comedy superstar Stephen K Amos has been touring the world and brings his brand of uplifting, sometimes cynical, always witty and feelgood comedy back to Australia.

9–11 May Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

WA BALLET: LA BAYADèRE

A re-imagined, classical ballet full of bold colour, energy and a devastating love triangle.

Solor, son of the Maharajah, has pledged his undying love to the beautiful Nikiya, a bayadère (temple dancer). When he is forced by his father to marry the Governor-General’s daughter, a string of tragic consequences is unleashed. This sumptuous new production of La Bayadère will sweep you into the exotic world of the 19th century British Raj. Within a cauldron of colonial politics, glittering ballrooms and opium-fuelled dreams, Solor and Nikiya are entwined through life, death and the ghostly Kingdom of the Shades.

9–25 May His Majesty’s Theatre, 825 Hay St, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

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JAMES MORRISON AND KURT ELLING

For the first time ever in Australia, two of the world's great jazz performers will be joining forces to showcase their exceptional talents, in one very special show.

9 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthconcerthall.com.au

FIONA O’LOUGHLIN ADDRESSES THE NATION

Fiona has always had the gun to her own head in her searingly honest brand of comedy, but watch out people of Australia. Now, she decides it's time to turn her weapon towards some other idiots. Don't miss the chance to see Fiona mess with all of us and call out where, what and who are full of the most bullshit in 2019. Some of you will be overjoyed to hear what she has to say, some of you will be ducking for cover, but everyone will be laughing. If you like Nicole Kidman, this show is NOT for you.

10 May Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

LUKE HEGGIE: HAVE THAT

Luke Heggie threatened to quit stand up comedy, but after everyone he told of his plans cried inconsolably and clung to his ankles as he walked away, he decided that the world needs laughter. So he's back with another harsh but fair show about dickheads. If you own a circular beach towel and/or a set of square dinner plates, you do the reach-around at buffets to get an empty plate before you're in front of the food, you're one of those deluded losers who's friends with all his exgirlfriends, you wear a t-shirt with the word ‘finisher’ on it, you were the one responsible for hot nuts not being available in pubs anymore, you're neither a mechanic nor a toddler and yet you wear overalls, then this is not the show for you. No lowbreeds please.

10 May Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

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PAUL FOOT: IMAGE CONSCIOUS

Greetings! It's my brand-new show, baybayyy!

Ever considered the unique predicament of the soft-shell crab? I have. What about the numerous problems of organising a suburban orgy? The catering, for example. It's an absolute nightmare!

10 May Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

MOONLIGHT IN THE CATHEDRAL

Renowned pianist Mark Coughlan will officially launch the hand-crafted Fazioli piano, generously gifted to St George's Cathedral, with pieces that show off its mellow singing quality and luxuriant sound.

10 May St Georges Cathedral, 38 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

SOUTH AFRICAN COMEDY ALLSTARS

The South African Comedy All Stars return to Perth Comedy Festival with four of South Africa's finest comedians; Mark Banks, Thenjiwe Mosely, Alfred Adriaan and Eugene Khoza. The South African Comedy Allstars will leave you sore from laughter and it's sure to be a Lekker Jol! 11 May Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

STEVE HUGHES: ARE YOU SERIOUS

Steve Hughes is known the world over for his hard hitting, take no prisoners stand up. A comedy veteran of over 20 years. Prepare yourself for an absolutely hilarious look at today's crazy PC politics.

11 May Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Fremantle Dockers matches 12 May, 26 May, 15 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul Optus Stadium, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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GORAN BREGOVIć AND HIS WEDDING AND FUNERAL BAND

Goran Bregović has done it all. A rock star in the former Yugoslavia, selling over 6m albums, he’s collaborated with everyone from Iggy Pop to the Gipsy Kings. Get your dancing shoes ready and come hear his outcry ‘If you don't go crazy, you're not normaaal!’

12 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: BRANFORD MARSALIS

Branford Marsalis hails from a rich Jazz heritage, renowned for his thrilling virtuosity and boundless musicality. His ACO debut is a vivid program inspired by Latin American jazz, directed by ACO Principal Violin Satu Vänskä.

15 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

DEAN LEWIS

With over a billion streams of his music globally, Dean has been dominating charts all over the world.

15 May HBF Stadium, Mt Claremont Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

GYPSY KINGS

Salsa-pop-flamenco superstars Gipsy Kings by André Reyes will get you up and salsa dancing in this dynamic and infectious performance featuring infectious Latin rhythms and virtuoso guitar playing.

15 May Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

SUPERWOG

The superstars of the hit TV series Superwog are back on tour and coming to a theatre near you. Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs as all your favourite characters hit the stage in Perth with an outrageous new show.

17 May Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

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SHREYA GHOSHAL

One of the best all-time singers of South Asia, melody queen Shreya Ghoshal is all set to mesmerise audiences with super-hit Bollywood and regional songs.

17 May Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Mounts Bay Rd, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

FASTLOVE: A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL

Experience the ultimate tribute to the legendary George Michael for one night only on 18 May. Direct from London’s West End, relive the passion, the flare and the unique sensitivity of George Michael with all your favourite songs.

18 May Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

PETULA CLARK

Petula Clark, the first lady of British music, returns to Perth for one show only. The legendary film and theatre music star and 2time Grammy award winner will perform all of her favourite hits including Downtown, I Know a Place, My Love, Colour My World, A Sign of the Times and Don’t Sleep in the Subway.

Petula will also perform some of the tracks from her latest album.

18 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

HBF RUN FOR A REASON

Thousands of people run, walk, jog and stroll in the 21km, 12km and 4km distances around the scenic Perth CBD, participating either on their own or as part of a team.

19 May Perth CBD www.hbfrun.com.au

ZOFO

Playing one piano with four hands but a unified artistic mind is about the most intimate form of chamber music there is. EvaMaria Zimmermann and Keisuke Nakagoshi are ZOFO; a ‘20-Finger Orchestra’ who for a

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decade now, have electrified audiences with their dazzling artistry and outside-the-box thematic programming for piano-four-hands.

21 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

AUSTRALIAN MASTERS ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Approximately 1,500 local, interstate and international competitors and spectators will descend on Perth for the regatta and associated events.

22–25 May Champion Lakes Regatta Centre, Lake Rd, Champion Lakes www.rowingwa.asn.au

CRAFT & QUILT FAIR 2019

See exclusive displays and inspiring exhibitions. Join workshops or make-and-take classes and learn something new. Be inspired and buy all you need for your next craft project from retailers selling thousands of unique craft supplies, all under one roof.

22–26 May Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, Mounts Bay Rd, Perth www.craftfair.com.au

A TASTE OF IRELAND

After performing to audiences nationwide, the Irish music and dance sensation is coming to Perth. Witness the World Champions as, through Irish music and dance, they tell the magical tale of two star crossed lovers leaving their Emerald home forever.

25 May Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

DAVE HUGHES: HAIRY

Dave Hughes hasn’t had a haircut since last year. His own fringe is now a face curtain.

What has prompted this radical change? The only way to find out is to come along to his new stand up show.

25 May Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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AUSTRALIAN STRING QUARTET: MOORE BEETHOVEN BRAHMS

A young man brimming with confidence and sure of a bright future: this is Beethoven at the time of creating his first string quartets.

His opus 18 no 4 is quicksilver in its variety of moods and characters, thoroughly conveying both technical mastery and compelling artistic personality. Seventy years later, Brahms displayed a devotion to chamber music that went against the spirit of his times. But like an artist who works in mezzotint rather than forging grand canvases, Brahms some of the most sublime and intimate creations that the world had ever heard. His first string quartet is the glorious flowering of his cultivated technique and searching artistry.

28 May Government House Ballroom St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

IN CONVERSATION WITH THE SOPRANOS

Get the real story behind what Vanity Fair called ‘the greatest pop-culture masterpiece of its day’ when three of The Sopranos’ most iconic cast members sit down for a chat.

25 May Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

THE PROCLAIMERS

Scotland’s finest Celtic soul brothers Craig and Charlie Reid have reached a rarefied status: after three decades they are as innovative as ever and with every album and show played, The Proclaimers continue to garner new fans.

A highly-individual blend of punk, folk, pop, poetry, country, soul, socialism and new wave, The Proclaimers walk precisely the right line between romance and bitter reality. Their songs are timeless; with their catchy tunes and stirring harmonies they capture the full gamut of human emotions.

30 May Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL

The Banff Mountain Film Festival is the world’s most prestigous mountain film festival now in its 42nd year. A selection of the best short adventure films, shot in some of the most wild and remote corners of the world, tour the globe. Audiences will experience incredible highs and agonising lows through the lenses of some of the most accomplished climbers, paddlers, skiers, snowboarders, mountaineers, mountain bikers, explorers and adventure filmmakers alive today.

21–25 May State Theatre Centre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

JUDITH LUCY VS MEN

Judith Lucy is single again… and 50. She recently reflected on her entire history with men and concluded that maybe it was time to shut up shop. ‘Whatever it is that I’m selling, a lot of straight guys simply aren’t that interested in buying it and I’m including people like my father.’ In amongst exploring stereotypes and her own desires, Judith Lucy will recount her full history with the opposite sex and leave it up to the audience to determine whether she should ever date again. Should Judith hang up her vagina for good? Western Australia, the decision is yours!

30 May to 1 Jun Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

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WASO CLASSICS SERIES: ROMANTIC RACHMANINOV & SYMPHONIC SORCERY

Prompted by his exile from Russia and composed as he grappled with history and faith, Rachmaninov’s gorgeous Second Symphony is a work bursting with seductive melodies of heart-wrenching passion and beauty. Australian conductor Nicholas Carter, Principal Conductor of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, returns to WASO with this romantic tour-de-force.

31 May to 1 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

HERBIE HANCOCK

One of the most revered and controversial figures in jazz, the innovative and influential living jazz legend, Herbie Hancock returns to Australia this June. Hancock is joined by a lineup featuring long-time band member, guitarist Lionel Loueke, Brooklyn-based bassist James Genus and virtuoso drummer Vinnie Colaiuta.

31 May Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Mounts Bay Rd, Perth premier.ticketek.com.au

DISNEY ON ICE CELEBRATES MICKEY AND FRIENDS

Grab your mouse ears and get ready for the ultimate interactive event at Disney On Ice celebrates Mickey and Friends. For the first time ever, see fearless Moana on a high-seas adventure with demigod Maui. Follow the unforgettable Dory through the unexplored seas of the Pacific Ocean. Join the Toy Story pals on an exciting adventure and discover true love with Elsa and Anna. Buckle in for the emotional rollercoaster of Inside Out and Live Your Story alongside Disney Princesses. Come celebrate your favourite Disney memories in this commemoration of 90 years of Mickey Mouse!

31 May to 3 Jun RAC Arena, 700 Wellington St, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

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LITTLE MIX: GLORY DAYS TOUR

Little Mix have firmly established their reputation as one of the most phenomenal performers around, having sold more than 45 million records worldwide. The band has notched up a total of four UK No.1 singles, four platinum-selling albums and nine platinum selling singles, surpassing a record previously held by the Spice Girls.

31 May to 3 Jun RAC Arena, 700 Wellington St, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

THE TEN TENORS: LOVE IS IN THE AIR

The TEN Tenors are embracing love and will be singing some of the most popular feelgood love songs and wedding first dance songs of all time. They’ll cover many favourite romantic tunes, from pop songs with a twist to classic love songs, and even a few of the most famous and touching love arias in existence.

For anyone with a soft spot for a tender tune, this is an experience not to be missed.

1–2 Jun Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

PINJARRA FESTIVAL

The Murray Region’s largest free community event is set to entertain the whole family with an exciting line-up of acts, activities and attractions. Immerse yourself in Pinjarra’s unique history, vibrancy and lifestyle over the WA Day long weekend.

1–2 Jun Edenvale Homestead, Pinjarra Ph: 9531 7777 www.pinjarrafestival.com.au

THE CLASS OF ‘59: THE ROCK & ROLL CIRCUS TOUR

The Rock & Roll Circus Tour is rolling into Crown Theatre. Dance with us back to an era when rock 'n' roll influenced everyone and created a musical movement. If you loved all the classic stars of rock 'n' roll you won't want to miss the recreation of this era on stage.

1 Jun Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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WA DAY GALA CONCERT

Join us in the incredible Government House Ballroom and be entertained by some of WA's best-performing talent. With performances by musical director and organist Alessandro Pittorino, WA Opera's tenor Paul O'Neill, soprano Naomi Johns, cabaret superstar Cougar Morrison and more. As we celebrate WA Day across the state this will be an afternoon you won't forget.

2 Jun Government House Ballroom St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthconcerthall.com.au

THE GRUFFALO

A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood... Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book

by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo, is there?

4–9 Jun Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

NICK OFFERMAN: ALL RISE TOUR

Award-winning United States comedian, actor and writer Nick Offerman is returning down under with his brand new live show. All Rise is an evening of deliberative talking and light dance that will compel you to chuckle whilst urging you to brandish a better side of humanity than the one to which they have grown accustomed. Genuflection optional: in my church, you kneel as you please!

5 Jun Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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TIM FERGUSON: A FAST LIFE ON WHEELS

A comedy legend rips the lid off his extraordinary life. Tim Ferguson reveals the terrors and tears of his worldwide escapades.

As for his lifelong battle with Multiple Sclerosis, Tim says, ‘I don’t ‘suffer’ MS. It suffers me.’ Catch Tim’s latest and best new show as it premieres in Perth. Hilarious, touching and wicked. This show is hell on wheels.

6–8 Jun State Theatre Centre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

URZILA CARLSON: LOSER

Comedian Urzila Carlson is bringing her brand new show to Crown Theatre. Catch her put a comedic spin on everyday struggles and prepare yourself for a night of belly laughs.

7 Jun Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

WASO SPECIAL EVENT: GERSHWIN REIMAGINED

Broadway glamour with a honeyed jazz soul.

When the worlds of jazz and classical collide, they create dazzling sparks. America’s greatest composer for popular love ballads and Broadway charm is given an intoxicating new life with two of the hottest voices in the world of jazz today, Laura Mvula and José James.

Together with conductor and creator Troy Miller, their astonishing performance of Gershwin Reimagined with WASO makes for a completely unmissable event.

7 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthconcerthall.com.au

BJORN AGAIN

ABBA fans it's time to get excited – Björn Again are celebrating their 30th anniversary and you are invited to the party. Sing along to all your favourite ABBA hits in this internationally-renowned tribute show.

8 Jun Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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DORIC STRING QUARTET

Founded in 1998, the Doric String Quartet has firmly established itself as the leading British string quartet of its generation, receiving enthusiastic responses from audiences and critics across the globe. Whether tackling the delicate nuances of earlier composers, or embracing the dramatic gestures of contemporary ones, the Dorics meet every artistic challenge with a captivating blend of sophistication and passion.

9 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

STRICTLY BALLROOM: THE MUSICAL

Strictly Ballroom: The Musical will quick step, cha cha and samba its way into your heart when it dances onto the stage as WAAPA’s highly anticipated mid-year musical. This sequinned, sparkling extravaganza features larger-than-life characters, spectacular dance routines and well-loved songs from the hit film, including Time after Time, Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps, Tequila and Love is in the Air, plus fabulous new songs by internationally acclaimed artists Sia, David Foster and Eddie Perfect.

15–22 Jun Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

WASO FAMILY SERIES: MAXIMUS MUSICUS JOINS THE CHOIR

Join us for a musical adventure with Maximus Musicus, the musical mouse who finds himself at Perth Concert Hall surrounded by WASO musicians and a children’s choir. Based on the award-winning book series, this concert for families celebrates the joy of singing, and singing together. Featuring music by Mozart, Bizet, Fauré and a selection of folk songs, Maximus Musicus Joins the Choir is a magical musical story accompanied by beautiful illustrations on the big screen – a thrilling experience for the young music lovers in your life. Suitable for 4-12 year olds.

15 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

BILLY OCEAN

Joined by his super band and having sold over 30 million records, Billy Ocean will perform his greatest hits and put on a show that will get everyone out of their seats. Performing his hits Caribbean Queen, When The Going Gets Tough, Get Outta My Dreams, Love Really Hurts Without You and many more, you’ll be dancing in the aisles.

17 Jun Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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BLACK SWAN STATE THEATRE COMPANY: THE TORRENTS

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Set in the 1890s Goldfields, J.G. Milford arrives to take a job at the local paper and gets a reception that neither she nor the community expects. This newsroom comedy was joint winner with Summer of the Seventeenth Doll for Best Play of the Year in 1955.

15–30 Jun Heath Ledger Theatre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth bsstc.com.au

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AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: SZYMANOWSKI TO SUFJAN STEVENS

Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood, The National’s Bryce Dessner, and American singersongwriter Sufjan Stevens were all influenced by great composers. In this program they join forces with the source of their inspiration, Polish nationalists Karol Szymanowski and Witold Lutosławski.

19 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

WASO MASTERS SERIES: TCHAIKOVSKY’S VIOLIN CENCERTO

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto is one of his finest creations, combining sublime lyricism, yearning Russian wistfulness and thrilling virtuosity. To perform this perennially popular masterpiece we welcome back to Perth the great Russian violinist Vadim Gluzman, whose recording of the Concerto was described by ClassicsToday as ‘jawdroppingly spectacular’.

21–22 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL ROADSHOW

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is coming to town. Forget I-Spy, spotto and stale servo snacks, this road trip is jam-packed with a crew of fantastically funny comedians, specially selected to bring the fun of the Festival to towns and cities around the nation. For 20 years the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been touring far and wide, bringing giggles, guffaws and good times to all. Grab a mate, grab a date… grab a ticket to the Roadshow!

21–22 Jun His Majesty’s Theatre, 825 Hay St, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE

State of Origin - NSW v QLD 23 Jun Optus Stadium, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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LADIES NIGHT

The story of four unemployed guys, motivated by ‘The Chippendales’, to form a male stripping act in order to make some fast cash. They pitch the notion to a local club owner and take lessons from a slightly shop-worn dance instructor with a heart-of-gold in all manner of things, including what women really want from a male stripper (and how to deliver it).

25–27 Jun Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

PROFESSOR BRIAN COX LIVE 2019

Brian Cox is one of the world's foremost communicator of all thing scientific. His innate ability to make highly complex matters entertaining and easy to contemplate has made his scientific television shows ground breaking in their audience reach and accessibility. Using state of the art graphics and imagery from ground-based telescopes and space probes, presented using ultra-highresolution LED screen technology, Brian will explore the latest missions to the planets, the nature of space and time from the Big Bang to black holes and the origin and fate of life and intelligence in the Universe.

27 Jun Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Mounts Bay Rd, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

WASO CLASSICS SERIES: DISCOVERY CONCERT –THE CLASSICAL SYMPHONY

This concert is the first in a series exploring the evolution of the core of the modern orchestra’s repertoire – the Symphony. Join Principal Conductor and presenter Asher Fisch as we go right back to where it all began, with the music of the ‘Father of the Symphony’, Joseph Haydn, and his illustrious successor, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Share Asher’s own insights into the music of the Classical Era and discover how its greatest masters paved the way for all symphonic music that followed.

28–29 Jun Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

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SUPANOVA COMIC CON & GAMING

A comic con and gaming expo with Supa-Star celebrities, fan clubs, exciting exhibitors and exclusives woven in with entertainment technology, collectables, toys and four-colour fun. It makes for an entertaining weekend. A place where fans inspired by imaginary worlds emanating from comics, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, nostalgia and literature have been able to come together to celebrate. A place to rejoice in cosplay (cos tume role-play) in expressing your inner geek, your inner child.

29–30 Jun Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Mounts Bay Rd, Perth www.supanova.com.au

REVELATION PERTH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Revelation maintains its focus on signature driven works and embraces audiences of all ages, tastes and backgrounds. Like the films it presents, the event maintains a vitality and enthusiasm for the industry quite unlike any other film festival in the country. It has developed a reputation as Australia's leading independent film event and continues to actively advocate for Australian screen culture practice in a still conservative exhibition environment.

4–17 Jul Various locations www.revelationfilmfest.org

THE TAP PACK

The Tap Pack mix slick humour, high energy entertainment and world class tap dance. A show of pure entertainment inspired by the legendary kings of swing, The Rat Pack, freshly created for the audience today. Cool classics with a fresh new twist. All your favourites including The Lady Is a Tramp, Come Fly with Me, One For my Baby, Me And my Shadow and much more. They sing. They dance. They joke.

They bring a new, invigorating energy to a timeless style.

5–6 Jul Regal Theatre, 474 Hay St, Subiaco Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

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WASO MASTERS SERIES: SHOSTAKOVICH & TCHAIKOVSKY

Lauded for his deeply informed and intelligent musicianship, Russian conductor Dima Slobodeniouk makes his WASO debut with Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony. This irresistible work explores the agonies and ecstasies of fate, journeying from a bleak funeral march to a powerful conclusion.

5–6 Jul Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

MY ROBOT

When Ophelia moves with her family to the seaside, she’s not impressed. She doesn’t like the beach, misses her old home and thinks the people in this town are pretty strange. She feels like she’s missing a piece of herself. As she unpacks she finds a strange box full of parts with a curious note attached that reads ‘You. Make. Me.’ Ignoring her father’s warnings about the dangers of her ingenious inventions, she sets to work and builds herself a new robot friend, naming her Olivetti. Together they take on the local bully and start making new friends. But are they smart and brave enough to take on a daring rescue at sea?

6–14 Jul Studio Underground, State Theatre Centre, Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR: FREEDOM

South Africa's most heavenly voices, the multi Grammy Award winning, Soweto Gospel Choir are returning to Australia with a collection of songs which celebrate and commemorate South Africa's democratic movements struggle for freedom. Hailing from Soweto, a town outside of Johannesburg and home of Nelson Mandela and South Africa's democratic movement, Soweto Gospel Choir continues to inspire audiences around the world with their powerful blend of African gospel, freedom songs, and international classics.

10 Jul Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthconcerthall.com.au

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FREMANTLE FESTIVAL 2019

The Fremantle Festival is an annual celebration of Fremantle’s vibrant arts and culture. Centred around the festival hub at the Fremantle Town Hall and selected key venues such as the Fremantle Arts Centre, the ten-day festival presents a range of high quality ticketed and free shows. Fremantle Festival includes great community focused events such as the Wardarnji Festival, Norfolk Lanes Youth Festival, Children’s Fiesta and the always vibrant Fremantle Street Parade.

12–21 Jul Various venues in Fremantle www.fremantlefestival.com.au

WA OPERA: SWEENEY TODD

Determined to avenge his loved ones, Baker assumes a new identity as Sweeney Todd, the demon barber of Fleet Street. Together with the deranged pie-maker Mrs. Lovett, the two mercilessly plot revenge on those who have betrayed them.

13–20 Jul His Majesty’s Theatre, 825 Hay St, Perth waopera.asn.au

SAMMY J’S MAJOR PARTY

Australia, are you ready to party? Because Sammy J's bringing his hit ABC TV characters to the stage, Be inspired by Government Coach. Singalong to Playground Politics. And get ready to flex your core beliefs with some National Yoga in a jam-packed night of song, stand-up, and shenanigans.

13 Jul State Theatre Centre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

WASO SPECIAL EVENT: LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS

Bring your best voice and party spirit as we raise the roof at the Perth Concert Hall with a grand ‘Hurrah’ of flag-waving favourites. Join conductor Guy Noble and mezzo soprano Jacqueline Dark as they whip up the greatest musical party on the planet, complete with all of your favourite British classical hits and patriotic anthems. As always the concert

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INTERNATIONAL SOCCER

Perth Glory v Manchester United Manchester United v Leeds United 13 Jul, 17 Jul Optus Stadium, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au comes to an unmissable end with the traditional ‘Last Night of the Proms’ sing-along including Jerusalem and Rule, Britannia.

19–21 Jul Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

CHOIR OF KING’S COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGE

Founded in the fifteenth century, the Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is arguably the world’s most famous choir and the preeminent representative of the British church music tradition. Their distinctively pure tone has been honed over centuries in the vaulted stone arches of the College Chapel.

Comprising 16 boys (the youngest aged seven) and 15 male university students, the Choir remains a major force by balancing unmatched history and tradition with continual growth and choral excellence.

20 Jul Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

COSENTINO

Australia’s ‘International Magician of the Year’, Cosentino, is bringing his spectacular new live show Anything Is Possible to Perth.

20 Jul Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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ST GEORGE’S ART 2018

Participation in this exhibition provides an outstanding opportunity for WA schools to present work by students in Years 10, 11 and 12, in the unique setting of the Cathedral.

Each year, visitors flock to view the exhibition as the standard of art on display continues to reach new heights.

20–28 Jul St Georges Cathedral, 38 St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthcathedral.org/EducationSpirituality/art.html

CIRCUS OZ: PRECARIOUS

Precarious takes us on a journey into the mayhem that is the ministry of nature, an absurd lo fi bureaucracy... Innovative circus acts are unearthed as the ensemble pushes beyond acrobatics to create an exciting threedimensional world that examines the fragility that exists between humanity and nature.

Precarious unfolds through an ingenuous maze of phenomenal acrobatics, spectacular aerials, live music and physical comedy. Join us for a 70-minute non-stop spectacle of acrobatic mayhem for audiences of all ages.

25–28 Jul His Majesty’s Theatre, 825 Hay St, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

RUSSELL HOWARD: RESPITE

Hot on the heels of his critically-acclaimed hit Sky One show The Russell Howard Hour, and his global smash Netflix special Recalibrate, Russell is back on stage where he belongs, making sense of a world that’s spinning out of control. It’s time for Respite.

25 Jul Riverside Theatre Perth Convention Exhibition Centre Mounts Bay Rd, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

WASO SPECIAL EVENT: SIDE BY SIDE

In the summer of 1941, when Shostakovich played the first two movements of his Seventh Symphony to friends, German forces besieged Leningrad. In an extraordinary work that echoes the sounds of war, and explores heroism and humanity at its core, WASO is

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joined on stage by some of Australia’s most talented young and emerging artists from the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) to bring Shostakovich’s massive score to life. Written for an orchestra that includes eight horns, six trombones, two harps, a piano, and a full complement of percussion instruments instruments, Simone Young joins us to conduct this special side by side program.

26 Jul Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

KEVIN BLOODY WILSON: SECOND OF THE FINAL FAREWELL TOURS...

PERHAPS!

Kevin has become a national institution – a must see for any person wanting to see absolute original Australian comedy.

26–27 Jul Crown Theatre, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s masterpiece, ‘The Wall’, plus a collection of the band’s own favourites, this show promises to be a spectacular feast for all the senses.

27 Jul Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth www.perthconcerthall.com.au

BANGARRA: 30 YEARS OF 65,000 YEARS

A celebration of contemporary dance, story and culture. Join Bangarra as the company celebrates its landmark 30th anniversary season with a stunning display of contemporary dance theatre. Proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from all over Australia come together as a creative clan to harness a shared spirit. The result is Bangarra’s powerful dance language, and utterly unique soundscapes, music and design.

31 Jul to 3 Aug State Theatre Centre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

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WASO MASTERS SERIES: JAVIER PERIANES PLAYS BEETHOVEN

Spanish pianist Javier Perianes returns to WASO following his acclaimed 2016 debut.

Described as ‘a pianist of impeccable and refined taste’, his poetic sensibility makes him the perfect pianist for Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto.

2–3 Aug Perth Concert Hall, 5 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9326 0000 www.waso.com.au

AVON DESCENT 2019

A spectacular 124km race over two days through some of WA's most picturesque scenery. This incredible race takes paddlers and power craft drivers down the Avon River through the historic farming regions of Northam and Toodyay, the steep and spectacular gorges of the Avon Valley, Swan Valley wineries and eventually into the tidal waters of the Swan River.

3–4 Aug Northam to Perth www.avondescent.com.au

MASSIMO BOTTURA –THE WORLD’S NO 1 CHEF

The charisma, energy, charm, boundless creativity and determination to challenge are reasons enough for Massimo Bottura to be the world’s most in-demand chef. His restaurant, Osteria Francescana in Modena, Italy, has three Michelin stars and ranks number one on this year’s list of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants.

6 Aug Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Mounts Bay Rd, Perth premier.ticketek.com.au

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Claudio and Hero are deeply in love. Beatrice and Benedick would rather swap sassy insults than sweet nothings. Much Ado About Nothing is a saucy and razor-sharp battle of wits between the bickering Beatrice and Benedick, who wield words as weapons, their banter betraying their love for each other. Claudio however is quickly consumed by envy and his idyllic world threatens to come tumbling

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down as he humiliates Hero. Beatrice and Benedick must join forces to defend true love – even if they can’t recognise it in themselves.

But will truth and honesty win the day, and does love really conquer all? Directed by Bell Shakespeare’s Associate Director, James Evans, this Much Ado About Nothing will be a powerful exploration of the struggle for identity and self-knowledge in a maledominated world. The pursuit of love is framed in a social context that enhances the darker themes in this timeless comic gem.

Much Ado About Nothing is one of Shakespeare’s contemporary comedies where romance is thwarted by dastardly plots, misinformation, false accusations, broken promises, and bumbling cops. Or is it?

7–10 Aug State Theatre Centre Cnr William and Roe Sts, Perth tickets.ptt.wa.gov.au

SIR FRANCIS BURT MEMORIAL ORGAN CONCERT

Ben Sheen is Associate Organist and Assistant Director of Music at St Thomas Fifth Avenue, and winner of the prestigious Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition.

9 Aug St Georges Cathedral, 38 St Georges Tce, Perth Ph: 9231 9999 www.perthconcerthall.com.au

FLEETWOOD MAC

The legendary Fleetwood Mac, will kick off their 2019 Australian tour in Perth featuring the new line-up of Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Stevie Nicks, and Christine McVie, along with newcomers Mike Campbell and Neil Finn.

Don’t miss your chance to see the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, and their incredible body of music spanning more than 50 years.

9–11 Aug RAC Arena, 700 Wellington St, Perth Ph: 1300 795 012 premier.ticketek.com.au

INTERNATIONAL RUGBY

Bledisloe Cup: Australia v New Zealand 10 Aug Perth Stadium, Burswood Ph: 13 61 00 www.ticketmaster.com.au

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USEFUL INFORMATION

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LOCATION Located at 31.95°S, 115.85°E on the Indian Ocean coast of mainland Australia, thousands of kilometres from any other capital city, Perth enjoys its status as a remote, isolated and unique destination. WA has a land mass of more than 2.5 million km2 and constitutes approximately one third of the Australian continent. 2 million people live in WA with Perth being home to more than 1.8 million, concentrated in an area of more than 5,000 km2 . The balance of the population are found in cities and towns throughout the state, the largest of which have populations of around 30,000 people.

TIME ZONE Western Australia is on Western Standard Time (WST), eight hours ahead of GMT, the same as Singapore and Malaysia.

Perth is 90 minutes behind Adelaide and Darwin and two hours behind the other Australian states. As Perth does not take advantage of daylight savings these differences increase by an hour from September to March in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Hobart.

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CLIMATE Due to the vast size of Western Australia, visitors will find the climate varies greatly depending on location, ranging from mild, temperate climes to sub-tropical and tropical zones. The city of Perth enjoys a mediterranean climate, with warm to hot summers and cool, wet winters. With an annual average of eight hours’ sun per day, Perth is Australia’s sunniest capital.

Summer temperatures average between 29°C and 32° during the day and between 16° and 18° at night. However, it is not unusual for summer temperatures to reach 35° for three or four days in a row, especially in February and March.

The afternoon sea breeze, known affectionately as ‘the Fremantle Doctor’ offers relief to coastal towns during the summer. The highest daily maximum temperatures recorded in Perth are around 44°.

The average winter temperature is 18° during the day and 8° at night. Although it occasionally snows down south, temperatures in Perth almost never fall below 0° at night.

Perth averages only two or three days of rainfall in summer, with up to 19 days of rain in July, our wettest month.

Occasionally cyclone systems in the north of Western Australia can cause continuous days of stormy weather, but they rarely come as far south as Perth.

AVERAGE DAILY TEMPERATURES IN PERTH (°CELSIUS) SUMMER December January February AUTUMN March April May WINTER June July August SPRING September October November

16–29 18–30 18–31 16–29 14–26 11–22 8–19 8–18 8–18 10–20 11–23 14–26

ELECTRICITY The electrical current in Australia is 240/250 volts AC 50Hz. The Australian three-pin power outlet is different from many Asian and European countries. If your appliances are 100V check if there is a 110/240V switch; if not, you will need an adaptor which can be bought at many shops. Universal outlets for shavers are found in most hotels.

CURRENCY The basic unit of currency in Australia is the dollar (100 cents = one dollar). Notes are plastic and come in denominations of $100, $50, $20, $10 and $5, while coins are produced in $2 and $1 (gold) and 50¢, 20¢, 10¢ and 5¢ (silver) denominations. Shops round their bills up or down to the nearest 5¢ on cash sales. Credit/debit card sales are charged at the exact amount of the sale. www.countrywide.com.au

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BANKING Banks are generally open from 9.30am–4pm Monday to Thursday and until 5pm on Fridays. Some banks and credit unions are open on Saturday mornings; check their websites for more information. 24-hour ATMs and EFTPOS facilities are readily available throughout the Perth metropolitan area.

In Australia 4-digit PINs (personal identification numbers) are the primary form of authorisation for credit and debit cards. When using a contactless system such as payWave or PayPass, the PIN isn’t needed for purchases under $100.

TELEPHONE A standard fee applies to local calls made from fixed lines irrespective of the length of call. From a payphone the minimum charge is 50¢. STD (long-distance within Australia) and IDD (international direct dialling) calls are charged by distance as well as time. Payphones take coins, credit cards and/or pre-paid cards (available from most newsagencies).

When dialing a fixed line from outside Australia it is necessary to dial the country code (61) followed by the area code (without the 0) then the 8 digit phone number: +61 8 XXXX XXXX. To call a mobile number dial the country code (61) and the last 9 digits of the ten digit mobile phone number (dropping the first 0): +61 4XX XXX XXX. POSTAL Australia Post offers a range of postal services including packaging materials and postpaks suitable for sending gifts back home. All post offices are open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Some suburban post offices are also open Saturday mornings. You can buy stamps at many newsagents as well as at Australia Post offices. Standard size and weight letters cost $1 within Australia, while standard size and weight postcards posted Air Mail to any part of the world cost $2.75.

Top to bottom: Red and green kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos manglesii); Perth City street; Winthrop Hall, University of WA

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INTERNET ACCESS Internet cafes can be found throughout the city, especially in or near backpackers’ hostels. There are coin-operated internet terminals in various locations including at Perth’s domestic and international airports. The City of Perth provides free public WiFi for basic internet browsing around the CBD. The blanket coverage means you can roam the city streets and remain connected with any WiFi enabled device, including smart phones, tablets or laptops. Many businesses such as fast food outlets, coffee shops and accommodation venues also offer free WiFi. STUDYING and WORKING IN PERTH Perth is big enough to have all the amenities you want at the same time as being friendly and clean. Perth is a vibrant multicultural city boasting many world-class educational institutions. International students are required to have access to sufficient funds to cover their expenses for the first one or two years in Australia in order to be granted a student visa. Working holiday visas can be obtained by citizens of countries including the UK, Republic of Ireland, France, Italy, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Canada, USA, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia, Sweden and Germany. These arrangements allow people aged 18 to 30 years with no dependent children to holiday in Australia and supplement their funds through incidental work. For enquiries contact the Department of Immigration at www.immi.gov.au VISITING AUSTRALIA Everyone travelling to Australia must present a valid and approved travel document as evidence of their identity and nationality. Whether you are visiting Australia for less than 72 hours, or planning a stay of a few months or even years, you must have a valid Australian visa. In most cases visas must be applied for before you arrive in Australia. This can be done either online, through a migration agent, a travel agent or at an Australian Visa Application Centre which are located throughout the world. New Zealand citizens who hold a valid New Zealand passport can be granted a Special Category visa on arrival in Australia subject to them meeting health and character requirements. www.countrywide.com.au

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS WA Day 3 Jun 2019 Queen’s Birthday 30 Sep 2019 Christmas Day 25 Dec 2019 Boxing Day 26 Dec 2019 New Year’s Day 1 Jan 2020 Australia Day 26 Jan 2020 Labour Day 2 Mar 2020 Good Friday 10 Apr 2020 Easter Monday 13 Apr 2020 ANZAC Day 25 Apr 2020

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Winter 6 Jul 2019 to 21 Jul 2019 Spring 28 Sep 2019 to 13 Oct 2019 Summer 20 Dec 2019 to 2 Feb 2020 Autumn 12 Apr 2020 to 27 Apr 2020

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ANCIENT BEGINNINGS Australia’s first inhabitants were Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders. They are believed to have arrived in migratory waves from south east Asia between 40,000 and 150,000 years ago, making Australia one of the oldest continents in the world both geologically and in terms of continuous human history. Indigenous people now make up only 1.5 per cent of Australia’s total population, with approximately two thirds living in cities and towns and the balance living in rural and remote areas. Some of these people still maintain a traditional way of life.

Nyoongar people are the original inhabitants of south western Australia. Traditional hunter-gatherers, they enjoyed the abundant food and water found along the coastal plain.

Conservationists by nature, they took only what they needed to survive and had a high regard for life and the land.

Indigenous Australians believed that their ancestors created the land and were ‘great spirits of the dreaming’ who controlled the movements of the planets and stars, the seasons and the tides. Aboriginal law and custom evolved from the myths that grew up around these ancestor figures.

They also believed that the process of telling these myths whether in dance, song or painting enabled them to draw on the power and influence of their ancestral spirits. In a culture which has no written language their very distinctive art form, which reflects a deep connection with the land and the environment, evolved over many millennia to record the beliefs and stories from the ‘Dreaming’, enabling them to be passed on to successive generations.

Indigenous Australians are fighting for respect and equality and for recognition as being the oldest living culture in the world. Public awareness of the process of reconciliation has increased significantly in the last decade and all sectors of society are adopting measures to help us all live together more harmoniously.

EUROPEAN SETTLEMENT IN WA The first recorded sighting of Western Australia by Europeans was in October 1616, when the Dutch navigator Dirk Hartog landed at Shark Bay near Carnarvon.

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British authorities settled at the Swan River in 1828 and on May 2, 1829 ‘HMS Challenger’ commander Captain Charles Fremantle raised the British flag at the head of the Swan River and took possession of the territory. Captain James Stirling arrived on his ship ‘Parmelia’ and, with settlers in tow, founded Perth at a site near the present town hall on August 12, 1829. The Swan River colony experienced initial difficulties including a shortage of labour, financial problems and poor communication. To cope with such problems the British Government sent convicts to Western Australia from 1850 to 1868 to assist with development.

The discovery of gold in the 1890s resulted in incredible growth and necessitated the undertaking of many major public works. In 1901 Federation transformed Western Australia from a colony to a state of the Commonwealth of Australia with Perth the designated capital city.

PERTH TODAY Perth is home to almost 2 million people, making it Australia’s fourth largest city. It is the capital of resourcerich Western Australia and, as such, the administrative centre for more than one third of the country. Many multinational mining companies have their headquarters here and the workforce is drawn from all over the world. Its proximity to Asia has fostered opportunities for investment in not only mining, but health, education, agriculture and tourism resulting in a multicultural society that enjoys an enviable standard of living.

Visitors commonly refer to Perth as the ‘friendly city’ and famous notables have also renamed the city after their personal experiences. Astronaut John Glenn called Perth the ‘City of Lights’ after his historic fly-over in 1962 and victorious America’s Cup skipper Dennis Connor referred to it as the ‘most isolated city in the world’.

Most people find Perth bright, fun, friendly and ‘laid back’ (relaxing) but visitors are sure to find their own descriptions after their holiday.

Opposite page from top: Didgeridoo player in Kings Park, south western Australian bushland This page from top: Perth City foreshore; Perth Mint; Perth City lights Photos courtesy Tourism WA

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ARRIVING and LEAVING

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PERTH AIRPORT Perth Airport is situated east of Perth city. Terminals 1 and 2 are located on Horrie Miller Drive, accessed via Tonkin Highway approximately 35 minutes from the CBD. Terminals 3 and 4 are accessed via Great Eastern or Tonkin Highways approximately 25 minutes from the CBD. Shuttle buses, public transport buses, hire cars and taxis operate to and from the Perth city centre.

Virgin Australia's interstate services are located at T1’s domestic pier and most of their regional services are located at T2. T3 is home to Jetstar’s interstate and regional services and T4 is home to Qantas international, interstate and regional services. All other international flights operate from T1. Check your itinerary carefully or contact your airline to ensure you go to the correct terminal.

A free transfer bus service operates between the terminals; the journey takes approximately 10 minutes. A free bus service operates between the airport car parks, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO THE AIRPORT Transperth Route 380 operates daily to Terminals 1 and 2 from Elizabeth Quay Bus Port via Victoria Park Transfer Station and Belmont Forum shopping centre. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes.

Transperth bus route 40 operates daily to Terminals 3 and 4 from Elizabeth Quay Bus Port via Victoria Park Transfer Station and Belmont Forum shopping centre. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes.

A free transfer bus service between the two terminal precincts operates 24 hours, seven days a week.

Work has commenced on new rail infrastructure that will link Perth city to the airport by train. It is due for completion in 2020.

RAIL and COACH The Indian-Pacific, Australia’s famous transcontinental rail journey, arrives and departs regularly from the Rail Terminal in East Perth.

Transwa operates regional rail and coach services to approximately 240 destinations in WA arriving and departing from either the East Perth Terminal or the Perth Railway Station.

TAXIS Taxis are available at the international and domestic airports. Transfer time from the international airport to the city is 30 minutes and 20 minutes from the domestic airport.

The fare is around $45-$50 and $30-$35 respectively.

Silver service taxis, people movers and chauffeur-driven limousine transfers are also available.

CRUISE SHIPS Fremantle Ports’ Passenger Terminal is located on the Victoria Quay waterfront in Fremantle. The heritage-listed terminal building was constructed to cater for the large number of passenger ships bringing migrants to Australia.

The terminal is easily reached by walking about 250m from the Fremantle railway station.

Opposite page: Cruise ships in Fremantle Port This page from top: Indian Pacific passenger train; Perth Airport bus; ‘Queen Victoria’ departing Fremantle

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DISTANCES FROM PERTH ADELAIDE Albany Augusta Balingup Balladonia Beverley Bindoon Boyup Brook Bremer Bay Bridgetown BRISBANE Brookton Broome Broomehill Bruce Rock Brunswick Jctn Bullsbrook Bunbury Busselton Capel Carnarvon Cervantes Collie Coolgardie Coorow Coral Bay Corrigin Cowaramup Cue Dalwallinu Dampier DARWIN Denham Denmark Derby Dongara Dowerin Dunsborough Eneabba Esperance Eucla

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2712 409 320 241 910 130 80 269 515 267 4357 138 2237 316 243 160 44 180 229 204 902 245 202 557 266 1131 230 265 649 251 1555 4040 831 414 2391 359 156 255 278 721 1436

26hr45 4hr45 4hr15 3hr10 10hr00 1hr55 1hr20 3hr50 6hr35 3hr30 49hr30 1hr54 22hr00 3hr35 3hr35 2hr00 0hr55 2hr30 3hr00 2hr45 9hr45 2hr50 2hr45 6hr45 3hr10 11hr45 2hr40 3hr25 7hr00 3hr00 15hr10 42hr30 8hr25 4hr55 23hr00 4hr00 2hr25 3hr10 3hr10 7hr45 28hr00

Exmouth Fitzroy Crossing Geraldton Gingin Greenough Halls Creek Harvey Hopetoun Hyden Jerramungup Jurien Kalbarri Kalgoorlie Kambalda Karratha Katanning Kojonup Kununurra Lake Grace Lancelin Laverton Leinster Leonora Mandurah Manjimup Marble Bar Margaret River Meekatharra MELBOURNE Merredin Monkey Mia Moora Morawa Mt Barker Mt Magnet Mullewa Nannup Narembeen Narrogin Newman New Norcia

1260 2566 424 84 400 2855 140 582 339 454 266 589 596 632 1535 295 256 3214 347 127 957 965 830 74 307 1476 277 765 3438 260 856 172 370 359 569 450 282 282 192 1184 132

12hr30 24hr45 4hr30 1hr20 4hr10 27hr25 1hr40 6hr30 3hr45 6hr45 3hr05 6hr15 7hr15 7hr30 15hr00 3hr25 3hr05 30hr45 3hr55 1hr40 10hr45 10hr50 9hr30 0hr50 3hr55 19hr00 3hr35 8hr00 34hr0 3hr50 8hr40 2hr10 4hr25 4hr10 6hr15 5hr25 3hr35 4hr05 2hr30 12hr00 1hr45

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Norseman Northam Northampton Onslow Pannawonica Paraburdoo Pemberton Pinjarra Porongurups Port Hedland Ravensthorpe Rockingham Roebourne Shark Bay Southern Cross Stirling Ranges SYDNEY Tom Price Toodyay Turkey Creek Walpole Waroona Williams Wiluna Wyndham Yallingup Yanchep York Yunderup

724 97 474 1386 1429 1536 335 87 383 1646 533 47 1560 800 369 400 4127 1553 86 3016 423 112 160 949 3229 263 50 97 93

8hr15 1hr20 5hr05 14hr20 14hr45 15hr40 4hr25 1hr00 4hr30 16hr15 6hr00 0hr40 16hr35 8hr00 5hr10 4hr30 40hr45 14hr25 1hr30 29hr00 5hr25 1hr20 2hr15 12hr35 31hr00 3hr15 0hr45 1hr45 0hr60

Distances are from Perth in kilometres, with estimated driving times.

Travel times should be used as a guide only. They are estimated using posted speed limits, travelling on main highways and do not take into account rest stops, bad weather or other delaying factors.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

DARWIN

WYNDHAM KUNUNURRA

CAIRNS

AUSTRALIA PERTH

BRISBANE

DERBY

SYDNEY CANBERRA MELBOURNE

BROOME

Indian Ocean

HOBART

PORT HEDLAND DAMPIER KARRATHA ROEBOURNE

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1

FITZROY CROSSING

HALLS CREEK

1

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ONSLOW EXMOUTH

TOM PRICE

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CORAL BAY

NEWMAN

PARABURDOO 95

CARNARVON

GASCOYNE JUNCTION GILES

MONKEY MIA DENHAM

MEEKATHARRA CUE

KALBARRI

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NORTHAMPTON GERALDTON DONGARA JURIEN CERVANTES LANCELIN

LEINSTER

MT MAGNET MULLEWA

WILUNA

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LEONORA MORAWA PAYNES FIND PERENJORI MENZIES DALWALLINU 91

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MOORA KALGOORLIE-BOULDER COOLGARDIE NEW NORCIA KAMBALDA DOWERIN MERREDIN 94 Indian JOONDALUP 94 NORTHAM BRUCE ROCK YORK PERTH Ocean 1 NORSEMAN CAIGUNA BEVERLEY ROCKINGHAM HYDEN 1 BALLADONIA MANDURAH PINJARRA SALMON GUMS 1 LAKE GRACE BUNBURY COLLIE RAVENSTHORPE DUNSBOROUGH 1 BUSSELTON ESPERANCE YALLINGUP BRIDGETOWN HOPETOUN MARGARET RIVER NANNUP AUGUSTA BREMER BAY PEMBERTON ALBANY WALPOLE Southern Ocean DENMARK 1

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