Author: Madeline Frayne

This year the Great Southern Bloom Festival is in full swing and has a bustling programme of events, workshops, exhibitions and more, running until October 21. If you’re unsure of what to see or do here is a hand-picked guide by Bloom’s Festival Coordinator so that you can make the most of Spring down South.…

Enjoy the pristine waterways of one of Margaret River’s most popular pastimes. ​The shores of Margaret River are rife with not only fish, but fantastic sheltered fishing spots for novices and experts alike. More than 400,000 amateur fishers visit Margaret River every year to fish in local waters – a sign of the region’s abundance…

Explore the colossal dunes in the southwest, manoeuvre along abandoned tracks that weave through the outback remnants of the state’s mining history, or find a deserted beach to camp beneath the stars. Go where few travellers have gone before and immerse yourself in the beautiful landscape WA has to offer. Whether you hire one, buy…

The southwest has the best of both worlds with too many beaches to count on the coastline and countless towering forests to explore inland. Spring is the best time to 4WD down south whilst there is still plenty of mud and the wildflowers are in bloom. Mandurah Tims Thicket and White Hill are 4WD-accessible beaches…

The North-West provides a diverse range of 4WDing trails featuring stunning gorges, historical landmarks and natural parks. The weather ranges from arid to monsoonal, depending on what time of year you’re travelling. This makes for diverse but exciting terrain for those exploring the north by 4WD. Gibb River Road The Gibb River Road is a…

With an abundance of abandoned mine tracks in the Golden Outback including some that aren’t even on the map, this region suits 4WDers with an itch to explore, suiting every level of 4WDers. Woodlines Originally, the Woodlines were light railways in the Goldfields built to transport timber to the mines. The abandoned railway sleepers and…

Unleash your children upon the many performance, workshops and stage productions found at Awesome Festival this year, from September 28th to October 12th. Presented by Wesfarmers Arts and the 2018 AWESOME Festival, this is your guide to the shows you won’t want to miss, located on the Main Stage at the State Theatre Centre of…

The perfect destination for a last minute break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Explore country towns, potter through local shops or museums, picnic on the banks of the Avon River or hot air balloon at dawn to take in the beautiful scenery. The Avon Valley region is the perfect destination for a…

It’s that time of year again! This Australia Day long weekend, why not branch out from the BBQ and (small inflatable) pool, and get to a whole host of events taking place in Perth and WA. From circus extravaganzas and local music festivals to family fun days and open water swimming – you’ll be as…

If you’re looking to add some excitement and drama to your 2018, then look no further! Perth’s stages are bursting with international and world-renowned performances. From starry-eyed musicals to delicate Chinese puppetry, we’ve rounded up the shows you won’t want to miss this season Spectacular, Spectacular Variety show The Unbelievables arrives from the East Coast…