Overview
There’s space to connect in the rapidly growing Western Australian capital of Perth. Set on the banks of the Swan River and sitting in the same time zone as 60 per cent of the world’s population, Perth offers a warm, welcoming small-town approach mixed with the mindset of an international city.
Key Facts
Region:
Western Australia
Population:
1.6 million
Getting there:
International and domestic airlines service Perth airport, with direct flights from across Asia and from Dubai.
Local food:
A score of new restaurants are taking full advantage of Western Australia’s top quality produce and world class wines, offering a variety of restaurants run by young local chefs with true creative spirit.
Famous locals:
Perth was the childhood home of the late Hollywood actor Heath Ledger, the internationally-famous Australian band INXS and the artist and TV host Rolf Harris.
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Average Temperatures
Perth has a Southern Mediterranean climate.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature °C | 25° | 25° | 24° | 20° | 17° | 14° | 13° | 14° | 15° | 17° | 20° | 23° |
| Temperature °F | 76° | 77° | 75° | 68° | 63° | 57° | 55° | 56° | 58° | 63° | 68° | 73° |
Featured Venues
Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
Custom designed and built, the centre caters for up to 5,000 delegates with expansive views across the Swan River.
Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
Custom designed and built, the centre caters for up to 5,000 delegates with expansive views across the Swan River.
- T: +61 8 9338 0300
- F: +61 8 9338 0309
Fraser’s, Kings Park
Following a $9 million redevelopment, Fraser's caters for up to 700 people for cocktails and 450 for a seated dinner.
Fraser’s, Kings Park
Following a $9 million redevelopment, Fraser's caters for up to 700 people for cocktails and 450 for a seated dinner.
- T: +61 8 9482 0127
Featured Activities
Diving with Whale Sharks
Dive with the gentle whale sharks, the world’s largest fish, at Ningaloo on Australia’s Coral Coast.
Diving with Whale Sharks
Ocean Eco Adventures
Dive with the gentle whale sharks, the world’s largest fish, at Ningaloo on Australia’s Coral Coast.
- T: +61 427 425 925
Fremantle Prison
Step inside and do time with a tour through the colourful past of one of the important buildings of West Australia’s convict history.
Fremantle Prison
Step inside and do time with a tour through the colourful past of one of the important buildings of West Australia’s convict history.
- T: +61 8 9336 9200
- F: +61 8 9430 6115
