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Welcome to Australia's South West

Located just two hours south of Perth, here you can experience towering old growth forests, walk for kilometres along white sandy beaches and taste world famous wine. Australia's South West combines unique natural experiences with gourmet delights.

Bunbury - Bridgetown - Margaret River - Pemberton - Albany

The whales are down south now! WIN A FAMILY WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE! Over the next month ABC Local Radio is searching for the best amateur whale images across the state. So keep your camera handy and if you spot a whale or two make sure you take a snap. As an incentive ABC Local Radio together with Australia’s South West is putting up a great prize for the best image – a family whale watching adventure in Albany!

For your chance to get the best photo, check out our new whale flyer. It contains a whale spotting map, tells you where to go and how to identify our gigantic winter visitors. 


Christian Fletcher Photo Images

Christian Fletcher Photography
Christian Fletcher has been taking photographs professionally for over 18 years. His distinctive landscapes are emotive, inspirational and haunting all at once. We are lucky to have such a professional living in and recording our remarkable region. Take a look through our holiday planner to see many of Christian's beautiful images. You can also see and purchase images from his website.

   
Greens Pool Denmark

Did you know that Australians have accrued 123,000,000 days of leave? No Leave No Life is a reality TV show hosted by Ernie Dingo, which takes hard working Australians into beautiful places around the country to use some of their much needed leave. Watch episode 6 which showcased the beautiful Great Southern.

   
Yallingup near Margaret River

Watch two stunning short videos by Michael Fletcher showcasing the stunning scenery and coastline of the Margaret River Wine Region.


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Fun for kids in winter

Fun for kids in winter

Hey kids, grab your gumboots and get ready for some fun on your winter getaway! There are so many exciting… View more

Winter Getaways

Winter Getaways, Australia's South West

Beat off those winter blues, book your Winter Getaway Down South!… View more

Have a whale of a time

Have a whale of a time

Seeing a whale up close is an experience many say they will never forget. View more

Cosy wineries, robust reds and hearty feasts

Cosy wineries, robust reds & hearty feasts

The smell of winter is in the air! Awaken your senses with this region’s rich, wonderful food and wine culture… View more

Forests, gardens and winter bush walks

Forests gardens and winter bush walks

After the first rains of the season, streams tumble over rocks in torrents flowing into tranquil pools. View more