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In almost complete isolation on the west coast of Australia Perth is Western Australia’s capital city and the major gateway into the state. Fronting the widest stretch of the Swan River, city and river make a stunning contrast, especially when the skies and river are a perfect Perth blue. The Swan hosts a range of water sports, including sailing, water skiing, sailboarding, jet boating, fishing, parasailing, cruising. Perth’s lifestyle is easygoing with a number of inner city parks adding to the relaxed feel. And getting around is simple – there’s a free public transport service within the city centre. Within minutes of the city centre are Perth’s beaches. There are nineteen to choose from – some, such as Scarborough Beach are great for surfing, and others, like Cottesloe with its beachside cafes, are ideal for families. Restaurants and nightlife cater for all tastes and budgets, in the city centre and the suburbs. Northbridge has been joined by a number of other café pulse points including Leederville, Subiaco, Mount Lawley, Sorrento and Cottesloe

Things to do…..

Perth Zoo – Per capita, Perth Zoo is the most popular zoo in Australia. Its shaded walkways and grassy picnic areas, just minutes from the centre of the city make the zoo a relaxing way to discover one of Australia's best collections of native and exotic animals.

Scitech - Scitech is Australia's leading hands-on, minds-on science centre. Since opening in 1988, over one and a half million visitors have experienced over 160 interactive exhibits, whole feature exhibitions and theatre shows. Scitech's designers are world renowned for their innovative and creative exhibit design that makes learning science immensely enjoyable

Creative Native Aboriginal Art Gallery and Emporium - Australian Aboriginal culture – its artwork, its musical instruments, artefacts and craftwork is on display at Creative Native, one of the finest aboriginal art galleries in Australia. The exhibition of art, displayed in Creative Native’s Dreamtime Gallery includes hand woven Aboriginal design carpets - all viewed to a background of didgeridoo music

How to get there….

Perth Airport is the international and regional gateway to Western Australia. Strategically located as one of Australia's closest airports to South East Asia, Europe and Africa, Perth Airport is Australia's fourth largest airport in terms of passenger traffic.

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