Video - Hillary's Boat Harbour
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- Written by: Nita Teoh
This is our new segment where we will be featuring different locations around Perth on our website and via our YouTube channel. First up is Hillarys Boat Harbour and Sorrento Quay.
Hillarys Boat Harbour located in the suburb of Hillarys is approximately 23 kilometres north of Perth.
It’s an easy twenty five to thirty minute drive by car depending on traffic, or a leisurely journey by Transperth train and bus.
Watch the video of Hillarys Boat Harbour.
Spring Time Fever - 9 Fun Things to Do in Fremantle
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- Written by: Shana Chong
At last, spring is in full swing! In Fremantle, the terraces are buzzing and the chants of the market traders are matching the beats of the baristas. There’s a certain character about Freo that makes you feel wholly connected to the community. With its somewhat laid back atmosphere and kaleidoscope of cultures, the city seems to come into its own during the warmer months. Its splendour provides a colourful backdrop to the Indian Ocean.
Fremantle has always been bustling. Over the years I’ve also noticed its gentrification tipping over into South Fremantle. Keep venturing along South Terrace and you will come across some up and coming establishments.
Perth Walkabout August Monthly Wrap
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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 August:
Things to do in Broome for a Perfect Winter Getaway
To get away from the winter blues, look no further than Broome as your next getaway. It's only taken me so long to visit this breathtaking town. From the minute you touch down at Broome International Airport, you know you've left winter behind. All the airport ground staff are in shorts and summer shirts, and sporting deep tans.
Organic Food Shops in Perth and Where to Find Them
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- Written by: Emily Cordz
If you’ve decided you want to support more organic products, you’re in luck. Perth has many places to find great quality organic shops and products as well as a growing number of organic cafes.
Mainstream markets and restaurants are also expanding their selection of organic offerings, making it easier than ever to go organic.
Highgate’s Hidden Gems Where the Locals Go
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Highgate may be one of the smallest suburbs in Perth but don’t be deceived as it has many temptations to lure you in for a visit, including some hidden gems that you may not be aware of if you’re not from this neck of the woods.
Its popular café strip on Beaufort Street has a fantastic mix of pubs, restaurants and shops and is easy to get to, being only 2 kilometres north of the Perth CBD and an easy bus ride from the city.
Most Perthites are familiar with Northbridge, and possibly Mount Lawley, depending whether you are a north or south of the river person. Highgate is wedged between these two other well known suburbs.
Busselton Jetty – The Longest Jetty in the Southern Hemisphere
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Earlier this year, the famous Busselton Jetty overlooking Geographe Bay reopened after a major overhaul that cost $27 million dollars. Its claim to fame is for holding the record for the longest wooden (or timber-piled) jetty in the Southern Hemisphere at 1.9 kilometres. Post renovation, it is now in a much stronger position to maintain its special record.
At the jetty entrance, you will find the boat shed visitors centre – that’s if you don’t get distracted and find yourself at a few hundred metres away indulging at Simmo’s the local ice cream outlet!