Perth Walkabout June Monthly Wrap

Details: Published: Wednesday, 04 July 2012 11:16; Written by Nita Teoh

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The Perth Walkabout Monthly Wrap is published at the start of each month to provide a snapshot of articles that hit the headlines in the last 4 weeks.

Here is Perth Walkabout's Monthly Wrap for the month of June:

Five Top Places to Visit in Western Australia

If you are travelling to or live in Perth and would like to venture outside of the capital city,here are five top places to visit in Western Australia (WA).

Perth Birds Walkabout Part Two

Perth has some great lakes and nature reserves within 1 hour from Perth by car. A bonus for bird watchers at these locations is that the birds can often be quite relaxed when you show up with binoculars or a camera as they are used to the many people who go to these great outdoor places.

Travel Essay: Seagulls and Cruise Liners at the Geraldton Marina

Geraldton has undergone dramatic change over the past decade. The once sleepy agricultural town 420 kilometres north of Perth is now a thriving city at the centre of the Midwest mining boom.

Since rerouting the train line from the beachfront, the cityscape has been revitalised. The once industrial landscape now has a fantastic children’s playground and waterpark as well as wide grassed areas with shaded tables dotting the foreshore.

Book Review: Caravan Survival Guide by John Basham

The Caravan Survival Guide by John Basham is a comprehensive must have guide for those planning a caravanning trip around Australia. It covers the essentials for those who are new to caravanning, kicking off by covering the basics of how to pick a caravan.

Augusta – A Hot Spot Emerging from the Shadow of a Better Known Neighbour

Previously in the shadow Margaret River 60 kilometres to the north, the once almost ignored sleepy hollow of Augusta is starting to shape up as the next hot spot on Western Australia’s long list of top coastal destinations.

For a start it is one of those rare spots in the WA where you can see the sun rise over the ocean.

Book Review: Australian Fishing Guide by Steve Cooper

The Australian Fishing Guide provides a comprehensive resource on fishing in Australia – from the many types of fishing available in Oz to where to go to find the best fish. It covers over 1000 destinations across Australia where you can go to drop a line and drink in the scenery.

Eat Local When You’re Dining Out in Perth

Some days you just don’t feel like cooking or doing the dishes afterwards. You decide you’re going to eat out. But where is an eco-conscious consumer to go that will give them a good meal and still support their efforts for a more sustainable world? You’re in luck. Below I’ve compiled a list of several restaurants that source many, if not all, their ingredients from local producers around Perth and Western Australia.

Stay tuned to Perth Walkabout to explore our beautiful city of Perth.