Picture a place where there are no wars. A place without famine or major disease. A multicultural society with a democratic government. A place where children are taught to dream and not despair. All amidst unique and spectacular scenery. Welcome to Western Australia.
The state covers almost one third of the Australian continent and is the country's largest, yet least populated state. The total population of W.A. is almost 2 million with 70% living in Perth. The climate of the state varies from north to south and east to west. The southern parts have a Mediterranean climate whereas the north experiences a much more tropical climate. Inland areas receive much less rainfall and so is sparsely populated. Scenery in the state is spectacular and the economy is booming. Indeed this place is a very special part of the world. Visiting the region on holiday? See further Margaret River accommodation when you book your next getaway.
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Australian currency is decimal. Notes include $5, $10, $20, $50, $100 and coins 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2. Banks are open from 9.30AM - 4.00PM Monday to Thursday and 9.30AM to 5.00PM on Fridays. Automatic Teller Machines are available at any time and are located at most shopping centres in each town.
Foreign exchange is available at city banks, major hotels, Thomas Cook offices, American Express offices, the Perth International Airport and Foreign Currency Exchange.
Tipping is not a necessary part of social culture in Western Australia and most major credit cards are accepted throughout the State. Use the form below to see what your currency is worth in Australian dollars.
Western Australia's economy is one of the fastest growing in Australia which weathered the global financial crisis of 2008 well. There is plenty of work for skilled migrants or tourists on a working holiday visa. The Mining, Construction and Retail jobs sectors in Perth are leading the WA economy, which is one of the most dynamic in Australia. Vacancies exist for mining jobs, construction and retail jobs in Perth. Other job sectors that are also showing activity are banking and finance, engineering, healthcare, medicial and trades and services jobs.
Western Australia's economy continues to grow and so there is no shortage of work for skilled migrants or tourists on a working holiday visa. The Mining, Construction and Retail jobs sectors in Perth are leading the WA economy, which is one of the most dynamic in Australia. With many sectors experiencing unprecedented demand for skilled and unskilled workers, many vacancies exist for mining jobs, construction and retail jobs in Perth. Other job sectors that are also showing increased activity are banking and finance, engineering, healthcare, medical, trades and services jobs.
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Largest amount of mineral deposits in the world.
Mount Augustus is the largest rock in the world. 8000m long, 3000m wide and 377m high.
The northern waters are home to the largest fish in the world - the Whale Shark at up to 13m long.
Some of the best and largest surfing waves in the world can be found near Margaret River.
The highest standard of housing in the world - 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom homes with swimming pools are very common.
Has more cars and road space per capita than any other place in the world.
Broome is the pearling capital of the world.
The Busselton Jetty is the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere.
The Ningaloo Reef is the largest coral reef (stretching 260 km in length) that you can walk to directly from the beach.
Burger King is known as "Hungry Jack's" with the same logo's and style with one exception, the "Aussie Burger" which features, Beetroot, Egg, Bacon, Onions, Tomato and Lettuce. It's a really big burger...
Telethon, held once a year on TV station Channel 7, is the most successful in the world, raising more money per capita than any other similar event in the world.
