Australia's South West: Plan Your Next Holiday Down South
Sugar loaf Rock by Jarrad Seng - Australia's South West

The South West of WA is more than just a destination...

It’s a hotspot for once-in-a-lifetime experiences, breathtaking scenery and quirky wildlife encounters.

You can easily enjoy natural beaches, beautiful vineyards, forests, caves and more, all in a single day in Australia’s South West. More than 23,000km make up the south west corner of Western Australia, with 1000 of those kilometres consisting of awe-inspiring coastline just waiting to be explored.

With 24 national parks, there’s plenty of nature and wildlife to see and meet, while rich soils and fertile land provide foodies with the best in fresh produce and gourmet experiences. So whether you’re looking to feast on the spoils of nature’s pantry, taste world-class drops, spot the biggest and smallest animals on earth or surf the perfect wave – discover it all on your next trip to Australia’s South West.

Fly direct from Melbourne to Busselton-Margaret River Airport

From 25 March 2020, you will be able to fly from Melbourne to Busselton with Jetstar Australia! 

This route links the laneways of Melbourne with the mouth-watering gourmet delights of Margaret River, so you can easily explore more of the South West.

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Here's some itinerary inspiration from Melbourne to Margaret River

Plan your getaway with direct flights from Melbourne to Busselton via Jetstar.

From Melbourne to Margaret River: 4 Day Getaway

From Melbourne to Margaret River: 4 Day Getaway

A long weekend is the perfect length of time to explore all that the Margaret River region has to offer, while also taking time out to slow life down for a few days. Relax, re-coop and reconnect over

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7 Day Itinerary from Melbourne to Margaret River

7 Day Itinerary from Melbourne to Margaret River

Take your time to explore the stunning Margaret River region with this 7-day itinerary. This week is all about discovering: getting off the beaten track and finding out for yourself just what makes

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Get the 2019 Holiday Planner

For must-sees, must-dos, travel tips and local insights, check out our 2019 Holiday Planner.

This brochure features everything from events and foodie faves, to destination top 10s and some of the region's most insta-worthy locations.

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Discover Australia's South West

From exciting activities, to re-living those quintessential, beachside breaks and experiencing the great things our region has to offer.

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Are you a social media fiend? Don't forget to tag @australias_southwest and #AustraliasSouthWest in your social media posts, and help us share this wonderful region of WA.

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Margaret River & Southern WA Top Lonely Planet's Best in Asia Pacific 2019!

Lonely Planet names Margaret River & Southern WA as Best in Asia Pacific:

"Take one look at Meelup Beach and you’ll wonder where it’s been all your life: the West Australian bush parts to reveal ocean the hue of a Bombay Sapphire bottle, which is typical of the coastline stretching from Margaret River to the state’s south. Beyond the sand, some of the country’s slickest wineries, breweries and restaurants lie between tracts of tall-tree forest and kangaroo-dotted farmland."

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Great South West Edge

We’ve found the most beautiful corner of Australia – and arguably the world. Don’t believe us? Here are ten reasons why…

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5 Secret Swimming Spots on the Great South West Edge

5 Secret Swimming Spots on the Great South West Edge

Whether you’re after a quick dip or a day-long laze, these locally loved chill-out zones, located at various points along the Great South West Edge, tick all the right boxes: calm, clear waters,

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Have you explored the Great Southern region of Australia's South West yet?

Find out more about this diverse region below:

Explore the north of the Great Southern

Explore the north of the Great Southern

Planning to explore the Great Southern? We're here to make your trip all the more exciting! Make sure you visit the northern parts of the Great Southern region, which features towns such as Cranbrook

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PUBLIC Silo Trail

PUBLIC Silo Trail

FORM’s PUBLIC Silo Trail is putting regional Western Australia up in lights, bringing world class murals to grain silos, transformer boxes and iconic infrastructure in unexpected towns, including

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Plan Your Event

Are you searching for the most insta-worthy wedding location, a unique conference space or a quirky events venue? Look no further than the South West to host your next occasion.

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Insta-worthy weddings

If you're looking for the most unforgettable wedding photo locations, look no further. We've put a selection together, just for you.

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