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You’ve run out of ideas, the weekend is coming up and you’ve got that birthday to plan. OMG! The holidays are next week and they’ll be home for a fortnight. Aaargh! Don’t worry you’ve come to the right place!

At LetsGoKids we’ve done the hard yards, kicked the tyres, found the best spots to eat and play, where to shop, what to see and even where to stay! We’ll let you know what’s on and where, how much it is and try to help the budget with some special deals and vouchers!

There are also puzzles, games, competitions and birthday party ideas to keep the kids entertained.

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Armadale Visitor Centre 40 Jull St, Armadale 08 9394 5410

Fremantle Visitor Centre 8 William St,Fremantle 08 9431 7878

Mandurah Visitor Centre 75 Mandurah Tce, Mandurah 08 9550 3999

Mundaring Visitor Centre 7225 Great Eastern Hwy, Mundaring 08 9295 0202

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Time

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Perth is on Western Standard Time (WST), as is the whole of WA. It is in the same time zone as Singapore!

Adelaide and Darwin are one and a half hours ahead of Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Hobart, Brisbane and Canberra are all two hours ahead of Perth.

Daylight saving is not observed in Queensland, the Northern Territory or Western Australia. Daylight Saving Time begins at 2am on the first Sunday in October, when clocks are put forward one hour. It ends at 2am (which is 3am Daylight Saving Time) on the first Sunday in April, when clocks are put back one hour.

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Tourist Info Centres Western Australian Visitor Centre

Rockingham Visitor Centre 19 Kent St, Rockingham, 08 9592 3464

Rottnest Island Visitor Centre 1 Henderson Avenue, Rottnest Island 08 9372 9730

Swan Valley Visitor Centre Meadow St and Swan Sts, Guildford 08 9207 8899

Bunbury Visitor Centre Old Railway Station, Haley Street, Bunbury 08 9792 7206

Busselton Visitor Centre 17 Foreshore Parade, Busselton 08 9780 5911

Dunsborough Visitor Centre 31 Dunn Bay Rd, Dunsborough 08 9755 3517

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A ferry service operates across the Swan River from Barrack St to South Perth.

This is an inexpensive cruise and a good way to go to the Perth Zoo, which is located in Sth Perth.

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Transport to other cities & towns Perth has an extensive bus and rail network that can move you to the suburbs and neighbouring tourist areas such as Fremantle and Mandurah, cheaply and easily. All trains leave from Perth Train Station which is located in Wellington St across from Forrest Place. The Mandurah line takes only 50 minutes from the city centre to arrive in the beautiful coastal town.

Buses run all over Perth and leave from the Busport on the corner of Mounts Bay Rd and William St. Buses and trains to other areas of WA leave from the East Perth Public Transport Centre in East Parade. www.transperth.wa.gov.au

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* DayRider is a ticket that gives you unlimited travel on the day you buy it. You may buy one at the following times depending on which zone you are in. Available after 9.00am on weekdays, and all day on weekends and public holidays.

Concession DayRider Available: Zones 1 to 4 before 7.15am and after 9.00am on weekdays, and all day on weekends and public holidays.

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Travel free on all Transperth services located within the Free Transit Zone (FTZ) This includes all trains and buses!

Boundaries are shown on the map.

Choose a Red CAT to travel east and west, Blue CAT to travel north and south, Green to travel central to west or Yellow CAT to travel from East Perth to West Perth.

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Visit The Perth Mint for a glittering and interactive journey into gold!

See the world record 1 tonne coin and a live gold pour!

Kids can take part in The Perth Mint Challenge and receive a medal at the end!

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So get the troops together, take advantage of our vouchers and offers in the book and online, sign up for our e newsletter, download the app to stay “in the know” and ....

JUST GET OUT THERE AND DO IT!

Perth, the capital city of Western Australia, is a friendly cosmopolitan, where locals and visitors enjoy the unique and enviable outdoor lifestyle dominated by the amazing beaches and nearby natural environment.

Perth is an awesome place at any time of the year, with sooo many options too keep the family entertained.

For a day, a weekend, a week - in and around Perth - there are hundreds of things to do.

In the city....by the beach...on the river...in the hills...or at the park - check (p.58) for a few ideas of what’s going on in the suburbs near you.

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A little further out, the main country areas are all serviced by excellent freeways, so a day trip (or weekend) is just an easy drive away.

So much of Perth is set up for families and we’ve gone and found the activities and events, discovered a few places you didn’t know about and organised some special deals at some of the state’s favourite attractions for you.

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Don’t leave Perth without having...

- Taken a ride on all the FREE CAT buses to get your bearings around the CBD (p.4) - Headed up to Kings Park, taken in the views and let the kids loose.

- Gone for a ride along the Swan River over the causeway and back up the South Perth side.

- Taken a ferry to “Rotto” to say “G’day” to a quokka.

- Headed out to Whiteman Park for the day and visited Caversham Wildlife Park.

- Got yourself soaking wet at Outback Splash (p.17) at Bullsbrook.

- Visited the Aviation (p.10) and Army Museum to get a feel for what life was like for our troops.

- Taken a boat to Penguin Island and learnt all about the cute little critters (p.26) - Caught a ferry to Sth Perth and visited the Zoo (inside back cover).

- Headed for the hills and explored the quaint villages of Kalamunda & Mundaring.

- Spent a day exploring the Hillarys complex.

- Headed to Cottlesloe to have a swim, grabbed some fish ‘n’ chips and seen the sun set over Rotto - Visited the new Elizabeth Quay area and chilled on a Sunday.

- Having done a guided tour of Optus Stadium

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- Perth City

30 Things To Do (on the cheap).

Not much money? Times are tough?

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3. Don’t miss the Old Gaol, now home to the WA Museum. Check out the activities in the education centre and the displays.

4. Visit the Aviation Heritage Museum (p.10) in Bull Creek (costs a little).

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Let us show you how to spend a day or even a month where you can see and do lots and spend nothing – (or maybe a little).

So what are you waiting for?

Read on, round up a posse and get out there and do it!!

1. Why not get your visit to the city off to a flying start with an orientation walking tour?

Learn more about the history, arts and culture of Perth. All tours are free and are led by iCity volunteer tour guides and leave from the kiosk in Murray St Mall.

2. The statues on St Georges Terrace tell the history of the city. Get your photo taken with them all.

5. Head up to Kings Park and check out the awesome playgrounds, the DNA spiral tower, the million dollar view. Have lunch at Stickybeaks (p.43) 6. Head to the hills (and escape the heat) and check out the quaint villages of Kalamunda or Mundaring.

7. Go for a stroll through the beautiful English style gardens in Hyde Park in North Perth.

You’d think you were in London.

8. Heirisson Island at the end of the Causeway has a resident kangaroo mob.

Hop over and check it out.

9. Head to Cottesloe just before sunset and have a swim, grab an ice-cream and watch the sun go down over Rottnest – “A Million Dollar View” 10. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Rockingham Foreshore; why not stop for a swim?

It’s a great beach for the kids, with shallow waters and protection from the sea breeze.

11. Take your bikes over to South Perth and ride the FLAT bike path on the river.

If you feel energetic, do the exercise trail too!

12. Visit Herdsman Wildlife Centre in Wembley.

A fun, interactive educational experience – gold coin donation entry.

13. Take a trip back in time at Galaxy Drive in Kingsley. $20 per car Tuesdays.

Check the website for screening times.

14. Go for a picnic at shady Pt.Walter.

It has a great river swimming spot and a sand spit for a leisurely stroll.

15. Perth has some ‘amazing’ suburban playgrounds. Spend a day going from one to another (p.43) LetsGoKids Western Australia 2019

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16. Visit the ponds opposite the hospital in Mounts Bay Rd and get up close and personal with the state of WA’s fauna emblem - The Black Swan.

17. Follow the plaques in the footpath on St George Terrace. How many names do you recognise?

18. Go for a walk or ride around nearby Lake Monger - Ducks have right of way!

19. Catch some Harness Racing action at Gloucester Park, kids are FREE! 20. Watch birds and play on the playground at the Point Fraser wetlands in East Perth.

21. Sample some chocolate at the Fremantle Chocolate Factory at the new location in Bibra Lake.

22. Visit the Perth Observatory in Bickley. It offers day tours of the facilities as well as star gazing nights.

23. Take a ride on the ferry from Barrack St jetty to South Perth and stroll the streets, have lunch or even visit the zoo (inside back cover).

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24. Walk through Fremantle on a Sunday and take in a spectacular show from one of the street performers.

25. Pop down to the new precinct at Elizabeth Quay. Situated on the banks of the Swan River which boasts a bunch of attractions including the island playground, the Water Park, public artwork, promenades, open spaces and food outlets.

26. Visit the Nostalgia Box Museum, which has a museum area as well as a gaming area where kids (and adults) can play a variety of classic and vintage games.

27. Check out Northbridge Piazza, which always has something going on. Whether it is the free flicks or kids movies on a Saturday night or festivals and activities during the year.

28. Enjoy some water fun at Water Labyrinth Forrest Place. The kids will love the interactive water sculpture, which creates rooms out of vertical spouts of water.

29. Visit the DFES Education & Heritage Centre housed in the original City of Perth Fire Station.

Kids can dress up and try the equipment!

30. Check (p.58) and find out which council is running free concerts, festivals or movie nights.

Kids love them and so does your wallet!

Get creative at AGWA With family-friendly tours, drawing and art activities, there are plenty of fun ways to be creative as a family. artgallery.wa.gov.au

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- The Suburbs

Right through the suburbs of Perth, there are stacks of parks, gardens and small museums displaying the heritage and unique history of the local area, state of the art aquatic centres and cultural precincts as well as kilometres of walking and cycling trails.

We’ve done our homework and come up with some things to do in your area (or nearby ones) that you may know about, or you will discover for the first time They’ll keep you busy and entertained all year!

Northbridge Between Beaufort and William Streets, the Perth Cultural Centre is home to a number of cultural institutions where you can catch a gallery or museum exhibition, or see a live performance piece.

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William Street is lined with great coffee and brunch options, vintage stores, local fashion, homewares and small bars. Restaurants on James, Lake and surrounding streets offer a multitude of cuisines including Asian, Italian, Mexican and Tapas – many with alfresco dining options.

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The neighborhood is also home to Perth’s Chinatown and the Chinese tradition of yum cha is an institution on weekend mornings in Northbridge.

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Hillarys Hillarys Boat Harbour is situated 20 minutes north of Perth via the extremely scenic coastal road or by Freeway to Whitfords Rd. It is a destination in itself, with shops, casual and formal eateries and a safe swimming beach. It is home to the Western Australian Aquarium, and has plenty of free parking. It has a boat launching ramp and you can even catch a fast ferry from Hillarys across to beautiful Rottnest Island.

They depart daily.

You could spend an entire day here exploring everything it has to offer.

Hillarys even has its own Resort Hotel!

The area offers a great alternative to staying in the CBD or down south.

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South Perth Enjoy water sports on the Swan River. Hire a kayak or hobie cat. The Canning River Walk Trail in Waterford leads through an exceptional area of natural bushland. A bike path runs right along the river foreshore or try the challenging and fun fitness trail.

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Cottesloe Cottesloe Beach is what Bondi Beach is to Sydney and is a must visit in Perth, to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. The Shady Norfolk Pines, smooth terraced lawns and pristine sands offer the perfect setting for a lazy afternoon or family day out. Grab an icecream or coffee at one of the cafes, and then work it off on the beachside walk and fitness trail.

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Kalamunda Take a scenic drive from Kalamunda to Mundaring via the weir or down the Zig Zag! The Zig Zag scenic drive is one-way only, beginning on Wlliam St, Gooseberry Hill and zig zagging down the escarpment, taking in the fantastic views of the city and beautiful wildflowers.

Visit the Kalamunda Village Markets, an authentic street market open the first Saturday morning each month. The Kalamunda History Village shows the development of local industries and services transport and domestic life from European settlement onwards.

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Melville Point Walter is a fabulous place to hang out on that lazy Sunday afternoon or hot summer’s day.

There is great river swimming, a sand spit to walk along, cafes and playgrounds.

Wireless Hill Park is nearby and houses the old signal station museum, bbqs, picnic spots, an observatory and great views.

Bassendean Success Hill Reserve (Seventh Ave) is right on the river and has plenty of shade. It is where the Heritage Trail and Cycle Paths begins. Also nearby Sandy Beach Reserve (end of West Rd) has shade, lawns and river swimming.

The Rail Transport Museum has a superb collection of locomotives and historical memorabilia.

Armadale Visit the History House Museum to see what life was like 100 years ago. The Armadale Reptile Centre (see above) is in nearby Wungog.

Learn all about the area’s reptiles.

Another must see is Araluen Botanic Park in the Perth Hills. It has been a popular destination for Perth families for decades. The gardens are spectacular and extremely kid-friendly activities are regularly set up for the school holidays.

Most parts of the park are accessible to prams and strollers and there are free barbeque facilities as well as places to purchase food and drink.

Be sure to visit Champion Lakes for all your watersports.

You can also swim here, canoe, laze upon a white sandy beach, have a picnic or barbecue.

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Wanneroo Located just 25km north of Perth, the City of Wanneroo has a variety of activities and experiences for all ages.

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The area is home to some of the city’s most intriguing historical sites, and many of the state’s most pristine and accessible nature reserves, that offer visitors some really unique experiences!

Explore the pristine beaches, underground caves, or go canoeing on the lake.

Try mini golf (see below), go karting, horse riding or bike riding in peaceful surroundings.

Step back in time at the Wanneroo Museum, which hosts over 300 artefacts and historic photographs.

Perth’s natural and cultural meeting place • Walk trails • Koalas …and more!

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The bustling Library and Cultural Centre often have exciting exhibitions and events going on, so is always worth a look.

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For those seeking nature, the Yanchep National Park is a natural treasure, with walking trails, picnic spots and a collection of Koalas.

There are also cave tours on offer and a programme of Aboriginal cultural demonstrations.

Heading further north to Two Rocks, discover a coastal community with a marina and a coastline scattered with historic shipwrecks.

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Mindarie Marina, with its Mediterranean boardwalk, offers a chance to enjoy a bite to eat or drink at one of the high quality cafes or restaurants.

Just a 20 minute drive north of Yanchep is the Gravity Discovery Centre. It’s got heaps of interactive and hands on science displays and a 45m tower.

A family day out with a difference!

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- Swan Valley

The picturesque Swan Valley offers something for the whole family just 25 minutes from Perth City, with award-winning restaurants and cafes, wineries, breweries and some of the best playgrounds and animal adventures abound.

Visit some friendly animals; there is wildlife, farm and reptile varieties which are guaranteed to please families both big and small.

Whiteman Park has a bit of everything – animals, playgrounds, walking and cycling trails, picnic grounds and barbeques.

So, just get out into the Swan Valley and experience what’s on offer all year round!

Start with the Great Valley Rally and the Amazing Valley Chase, the treasure-hunt-style dash around the region, with cryptic clues along the way and a certificate and prize at the finish line!

One of our favourite attractions in Whiteman Park is the Bennett Brook Railway. The vintage trains of the railway are operated by volunteers and run on selected days of the week only.

Take a ride around the bushland and, if you are lucky, you may even be able to spot wild kangaroos hopping by.

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Pop into one of the many wineries and cafes, pick up some picnic goodies along the way (they have some of the most delicious cheeses, smallgoods and fresh produce in the State) and head to one of the newest playgrounds or stunning riverside locations.

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Take advantage of the combined knowledge of the staff at the "Best Visitor Centre in the Country" in Guildford. They know the region inside out and back to front, and can tell you all the hidden nooks and crannies, the family friendly places, the natural wonders and the many interactive experiences on offer.

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A central theme of Whiteman Park is the preservation of early Australian transportation history. Other museums you will find here include the Revolutions transportation museum, a working tramway and even a tractor museum!

Caversham Wildlife Park is located within Whiteman Park. It is a well-run animal sanctuary where visitors can feed kangaroos, meet koalas and wombats, watch a farm show and more.

DID YOU KNOW The town of Guildford is considered so important to the country’s colonial past that the entire town is registered by the National Trust of Australia!

The region is also full of wineries and farms that you can pop into. You can easily spend a half-day or more visiting the many places that you come across as you drive around the region.

With so many child friendly activities, special events during school holidays and loads of wide open space for picnicking and letting off steam, the Swan Valley is the ideal destination for families.

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Outback Splash at The Maze (p.17) in Bullsbrook, offers Australia’s largest water slide playground.

Kids can get lost in five different mazes, play nine holes of mini golf, jump on the giant jumping pillow, meet native animals and more.There’s loads of shady picnic areas and free gas BBQ facilities, or you can enjoy a tasty home meal, snacks and great coffee at Café Iguana.

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- Fremantle

FREO - Way to go!

Fabulous Fremantle is only 20 minutes from Perth and has so much to offer the visitor and local alike.

Freo has history, food, activities and mostly a character that draws people to it.

If you’ve never been or haven’t for a while then you’re in for a treat.

Many of Fremantle’s old buildings have been painstakingly restored and the West End of town is acclaimed as one of the best examples of a Victorian port streetscape in the world.

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Get on the FREE CAT bus and take a quick trip around the old seafaring village so that you can take in the sights and get your bearings.

(It can then be used to help you get to the many attractions as well!)

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This pedestrian-friendly city with unique winding streets offers you a glimpse of the colonial and Gold Rush past in balance with a modern and vibrant presence!

On the edge of the Indian Ocean, Fremantle has great sea and river beaches to enjoy and the sunsets over Rottnest Island are spectacular.

This environmentally friendly city is alive with mystique and charm and is overflowing with creativity. The locals love to celebrate, so there is always a festival, an art showing, a new restaurant, a busker, a theatrical performance or something even more weird and wonderful in store for you.

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Everything is close by, there are loads of places where you can enjoy a relaxing meal or snack.

Take a leisurely walk along Marine Terrace and down Mews Road to the beautiful Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour.

WOW - DID YOU KNOW This feature is the first of its kind in Australia.

Walk up to the old jail and do a tour; grab something to eat down at the Fishing Boat Harbour; or walk one of the many trails (maps are available from the Visitor’s Centre next to the Town Hall in Kings Square).

WORTH A LOOK For those who wish to delve into the darker side of Fremantle's past, there is Fremantle Prison!

The foreboding complex (which includes a gallows) is located at the top of hill and can be visited on a tour. They even do night tours!

Glowing Rooms also have a modern on-site cafe where you can chill out with a snack and coffee after all the fun and excitement.

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Just 5 minutes drive south of Fremantle.

Fremantle is also home to a range of fantastic museums, galleries and iconic sites making it one of the best places to learn about Western Australia’s pioneer history.

Fremantle is a city of hidden treasures. Really too much to see and do in just one day and that’s what keeps bringing people back time and time again!

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Take a stroll through town past the many old buildings and statues this will give you a feel of what life was like in the 1880’s.

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This is mini golf with an exciting twist!

You play wearing a set of 3D glasses and all the images on the walls and floor come alive!

The images form an obstacle course through which you need to negotiate your golf ball and yourself.

There are 3 halls featuring sights and animals of Australia, Planets of the Universe and a creatures and super heroes hall.

Glowing Rooms also have three Virtual Reality "Playrooms" for enjoying mystery games and great group mystery solving experiences.

It’s an awesome way to have fun with friends, for team building or even hosting a kid’s party.

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- Rottnest Island

A holiday on Rottnest is a time to slow down and relax completely, with not a care in the world. It's also the perfect opportunity to get lots of fresh air and exercise.

Kids get to experience a level of freedom unknown to them in their everyday life.

They can roam around on foot or by bicycle to their hearts content - climbing trees, building homes for the quokkas and making new friends.

The island is only 11km long and 4.5km wide making it easy to explore with a number of great trails to follow. You can also take the bus that circles the island at least every hour.

Not surprisingly, water activities play a major role in island life - from snorkelling and diving, to fishing, surfing, boating, sailing and swimming!

With a choice of over 63 pristine beaches and 20 secluded bays, it’s not hard to discover a secluded beach to enjoy all by yourself!

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The Basin is a clear favourite amongst Island visitors as it’s famous for its limestone formations which form a natural swimming pool and underwater snorkelling playground!

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- Rockingham

Rockingham, only 40km from Perth CBD, is surely the city's best kept secret.

Want to feel like you are hours away from the hustle and bustle of the rat race without a care in the world?

Then "Rocky" is the place to be.

Located just 45 minutes south of Perth, Rockingham forms the southernmost border of the Perth metropolitan area.The city fronts onto the sheltered waters of Cockburn Sound with Garden Island, Penguin Island and Seal Island very close by.

Whether you want to surf, dive, swim, play golf, or meet dolphins, penguins and sea lions, it’s right here in the Rockingham Region. It’s just a short drive from Perth or Fremantle, or you can get here easily by public transport.

If you want to stay a few days, there are plenty of great accommodation options from camping and caravanning to apartments, hotels, villas and B&B’s.

WORTH A LOOK

- Saying "G’day" to a dolphin or penguin on a Rockingham Wild Encounter (see below).

- Calling into the Visitor’s Centre to see what's on.

- Taking the kids to one (or both) of the great play centres.

- Splashing about at Aqua Jetty Indoor Pool.

- Catching a movie at the new Ace or United complex.

- Going for a bike ride on the excellent coastal trail.

- Paying a visit to the History Museum on the corner of Kent St & Flinders Ln. - Sipping a latte at the fantastic new foreshore.

- Exploring one of the pristine Beachfront Parks.

- Learning more about the local ecosystem at the Environmental Centre.

- Going snorkelling in Shoalwater Bay or at Point Peron.

- Hiring a Kayak or Paddleboard and cruising the waves.

Attractions Rockingham’s natural attractions range from rugged unspoilt and protected coastal areas, to abundant marine life and wildlife. Join a tour to swim with, or watch the world famous Rockingham Dolphins or take a cruise to experience the best of iconic Australian nature.

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In terms of wildlife-based activities in Perth, there are few better offerings the kids will enjoy more than making the ferry trip to nearby Penguin Island. The island has become relatively famous mainly due to its famously-cute colony of Little Penguins which are always a hit with the kids, and is fairly easy to access given its proximity to Perth.

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Penguin Island has a magnificent coastline and shallow, protected bays - a wonderful place to explore both on land and in the water.

Get up close and personal with marine wildlife such as penguins, dolphins, sea lions and an array of fish species in the marine park’s protected waters. If you prefer to go at your own pace, you can explore Lake Coolongup.

Rockingham Foreshore Rockingham is well known for its shady, grassed foreshores and beautiful clean beaches.

Rockingham foreshore has picnic tables, benches and free electric BBQs amongst the trees.

With excellent children’s playgrounds, it’s the perfect spot for a family day out.

If you love the sun on your back and your toes in the sand, you’ll adore Rockingham’s many beaches.

For safe, calm, shallow water swimming and sandy beaches, Rockingham Beach, Palm Beach, Safety Bay, Shoalwater, Warnbro and Port Kennedy are the best places to go.

Singleton Beach and Golden Bay in the South are both for surfing and windsurfing.

If you have never tried it before, you can learn to stand up paddleboard, wind or kitesurf in ideal, gentle conditions at Safety Bay or take a surfing lesson in the perfect beginner’s waves at Secret Harbour.

Walking & Cycling Rockingham has an extensive network of dual use paths for cyclists and pedestrians connecting communities, schools, shops, parks and playgrounds.

Cycling around Rockingham is the best way to take in the natural beauty of the reigon, and there are many options for cyclists to ride safely, including the superb Perth Bicycle Network paths, shared paths, bicycle lanes and quiet bicycle friendly streets.

This beautiful location offers some of the best snorkelling in the region off a limestone headland dotted with reefs, caves and swimthroughs in crystal clear water.

Shoalwater Islands Marine Park is an area renowned for its safe calm waters, pristine beaches, and abundance of fish species.

There’s also boating, sailing, and fishing either with your own boat or you can hire one!

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-Mandurah & Peel Region

Stretching from the white sands and blue waters of the coast to the rugged terrain of the Darling Scarp, the region offers a wide range of activities from exploring vast waterways and national parks, to visiting wineries and bush walking along trails through the vast Jarrah Forests.

The region encompasses Serpentine-Jarrahdale, Murray (including Pinjarra and Dwellingup), Boddington, Waroona and Mandurah - each with unique characteristics and attractions.

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Swim in the inlet or at one of the beautiful beaches or hire a bike and go for an easy (and flat) ride around the town. Grab a coffee, go shopping or visit a gallery or museum.

With plenty of attractions including an aquatic fun park, carnival and free space to run around, the kids will love Mandurah’s eastern foreshore.

The tree lined walkways, grassed picnic areas and safe swimming beaches make it a perfect destination for families.

The new playground is awesome and the kids will be entertained for hours. Whilst there head over to Simmos for an icecream!

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There are endless possibilities, endless fun, endless things to do with your family and friends.

Mandurah is the quintessential seaside town.

You can hire a boat and cruise the waterways whilst looking for dolphins or bird life (pelicans abound) or cast a line and catch dinner from the estuary to enjoy later on the foreshore with its great playground and facilities.

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Mandurah's distance from Perth and easy access by freeway or fast train makes it an ideal spot for a day trip or extended holiday.

WORTH A LOOK Places within Mandurah where dolphins are regularly spotted are: Mandjar Bay (City Centre), Stingray Point (close to Sebel Mandurah), Dawesville Cut (south of Mandurah).

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HANDY HINT Discover the city's history with a free one hour walking tour departing at 10am from the Visitor Centre Fridays and Saturdays (in spring and summer).

It finishes at the local Community Market.

Mandurah is the perfect place to base yourself and take daytrips out to explore the Peel region.

Pinjarra and Dwellingup situated in the Shire of Murray are also beautiful places to visit and boast a range of adventure activities.

At Peel Zoo in Pinjarra, your kids can get close to a range of birds and animals.

The Zookeeper 4 A Day even allows them to experience the life of a professional zookeeper.

A must for all wildlife enthusiasts from 8-16 years.

Visitors get to feed the animals, hold a snake and pat foxes and ferrets.

The zoo itself has over 100 species of birds and animals including koalas, wombats, dingoes, reptiles, bengal cats, spotted quolls, possums, owls and Tasmanian Devils.

FAST FACT! The name Mandurah comes from the Indigenous word "Mandjar" which means "meeting place"

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You can take a tour of the nearby Alcoa Mine and Pinjarra Paceway (see opposite) race every Monday year round, with free admission and kids activities in school holidays.

WORTH A LOOK

There is also a great pub by the river at Ravenswood for a meal or maybe a swim.

Dwellingup is a popular camping destination and you can also hike, cycle or horse ride along the area’s many trails. Kids can even enjoy a tree top adventure ropes experience at Trees Adventure. (see opposite).

They can challenge themselves on WA’s first tree ropes course offering 9 different levels and over 20 flying foxes.

North east of Mandurah, the Serpentine-Jarrahdale Shire forms the northern part of Peel region and offers some breathtaking scenery within the many forests, parks, rivers and other natural attractions.

Serpentine Falls is a favourite picnic destination.

With its cool emerald coloured waters surrounded by rocks, the falls are a perfect place to wile away a lazy afternoon.

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The long-distance walking trail, the Bibbulmun Track, runs through the middle of town and the Hotham Valley Tourist Railway haunts the town every weekend throughout the year and is a magical way to see the tall timbers of the ancient forests.

South Yunderup’s Adventurescape, a giant adventure playground, is a great day out for the entire family.

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Your kids will enjoy climbing atop a 9 metre windmill tower, zipping on a flying fox or playing with Pickles the Pig.

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- Bunbury, Busselton & Margaret River

Bright and bustling, the City of Bunbury is WA's biggest regional city, combining country town charm with the attraction of a major regional city.

WORTH A LOOK The lookout situated at Marlston Hill in Bunbury (is FREE) gives you a great 360° view of the whole town and up and down the coastline.

Take your camera and be ready for a good workout as you tackle the 91 steps!

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Bunbury has often been called the dolphin capital of Western Australia, and for good reason, as these friendly, loveable and graceful mammals make a point of playing with tourists whenever possible.

Getting up close to nature has never been easier or more memorable than with the Bottlenose dolphins of Bunbury.

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Bunbury offers a number of natural and tourist attractions and is coupled with a Mediterranean climate, making it an ideal holiday destination.

They regularly visit Koombana Bay where visitors to the Dolphin Discovery Centre get a chance to interact with them on the beach.

The dolphins mostly visit in the morning and are more regular during the warmer months.

Koombana Bay is just a short stroll north from the City Centre. Swim in the clear, calm water, relax on the beautiful sandy shore of Koombana Beach, sail around with friends or dine out along the Marlston Waterfront. With children’s playground, BBQ facilities and picnic areas, Koombana Bay is a great place for the whole family to soak up the sun and enjoy much of what Bunbury is about - lifestyle, exquisite dining and family fun. You can also visit the jetty baths where the kids can swim in shallow safe waters in a beach near the city.The Southwest Sportscentre also has great indoor aquatic facilities.

The Bunbury Wildlife Park (see opposite) just a few minutes drive from Bunbury’s CBD, is home to wallabies, kangaroos, wombats, ducks, swans, parrots, owls and several varieties of waterbirds and raptor birds. There are coastal walks with scenic lookouts, bicycle paths and hiking through the National Parks and forests that surround Bunbury.

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Located about 180km south of Perth, the Geographe Region of WA is an ideal place for a well-earned getaway.

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- Bunbury, Busselton & Margaret River

Busselton is one of Western Australia’s most prized holiday destinations. Families have been coming here for generations to enjoy the beautiful pristine beaches, great accommodation, activities and events.

Set on the edge of the Indian Ocean this pretty city has plenty to offer in the way of natural beauty and man made attractions.

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At the end of the Jetty there is a unique building called the Underwater Observatory, which allows you to experience the awe-inspiring reef without getting wet.

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Nearby, the world famous Busselton Jetty captures your attention and imagination and provides an exquisite backdrop to the white sandy beaches.

There are swimming and diving platforms, interpretive plaques and for those less athletically inclined, you can board the jetty train to travel the 1.7km to the observatory!

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The foreshore is the jewel in Busselton’s glittering crown. It is naturally stunning and the whole way along the foreshore there is a fantastic wide path, great for bikes, scooters, prams or a leisurely scenic walk. There is a huge car park sheltered tables and seating and a large sheltered playground with views of the ocean.

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Located on the stunning turquoise banks of Geographe Bay, Dunsborough would have to have one of the most tranquil and magnificent locations in the world.

Sparking calm, clear water and white sandy Dunsborough beaches are linked to town by lush green grass and shady paths.

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The lighthouse is open every day between 9.00 and 4.30. To climb it, you must join one of the half-hour long guided tours that leave throughout the day (the last one’s at 4.00).

Yallingup occupies a spectacular coastal location in the north of the Margaret River Region towards Cape Naturaliste.

WORTH A LOOK Yallingup Reef is protected as a marine reserve. In calm conditions the shallow lagoon south of the main swimming area is an excellent snorkeling spot with crystal-clear visibility and lots of fish to see even in the shallow water.

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Out on the most northern-western point is the top end of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. This precinct is home to Dunsborough’s working lighthouse, Cape Naturaliste and the starting point of the Cape to Cape Track.

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Beachfront cycle ways and walking paths turn into a hiking trail through the regional park along the bay. With ideal beaches for swimming it is also a great location for diving, snorkelling, kayaking and other water sports.

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Yallingup occupies a spectacular coastal location in the north of the Margaret River Region.

Nearby, the quirky picturesque little town, of Cowaramup is a must visit.

The locals call it 'Cowtown' and if you like a bit of fun and uniqueness, you'll be in your element here! There are plenty of things to do in Cowaramup.

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Have your photo taken with the 42 life-sized fibreglass Friesian cows and calves that have taken over the town and wander the streets, parks and shops.

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The houses of the town look out over the Indian Ocean from high on the slope of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge, and down at the base of the hill you’ll find one of Western Australia’s very best beaches.

Ngilgi Cave is located just outside the Yallingup townsite, an easy walk through the bush from Caves House. The cave features huge underground caverns and chambers, cramped tunnels and secluded fairy like grottos.

Beautiful karst formations like stalactites, stalagmites, columns and shawls that are illuminated by soft coloured lights, creating a mystical atmosphere. The kids will love it!

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Whilst the region does have a reputation for its wine which mum and dad will love, there is plenty of activities to keep the young ones happy.

The Margaret River region has heaps of interesting kid friendly fun. The kids will love petting and feeding the animals at Sunflowers Farm (see opposite) and the tricky Yallingup Maze (p.38) is nearby.

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Get lost at Amaze’n Margaret River - Maze, Cafe and Gardens as you wind your way through 2000 hedges that stand over two metres tall. There’s also an 18-hole mini-golf course where you can test your swing, before taking a rest in the gardens featuring species native to Western Australia.

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Spend time travelling the winding country roads, dropping into taste test local wines, cheese, olive oil, venison or fruits.

A lot of the wineries and breweries have outdoor playgrounds for the kids and plenty of space for them to let off steam whilst mum and dad can sample the local delicacies.

DID YOU KNOW The Margaret River region is known for its limestone caves. Well-known ones include Mammoth Cave, Jewel Cave and Lake Cave. Of these three, Mammoth Cave is the only one that you can enter on your own, the rest require a guide.

The Cheeky Monkey Brewery has an awesome outdoor playground and also an indoor play area for children to keep them occupied no matter what the weather. Whilst in the area make sure that you also visit Miller’s Icecreamery They produce all their own products on their farm and the family has been in the area raising dairy cows for 100 years!

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Shop Perth offers a host of shopping options, from the suburban shopping strips to the funky markets and stylish malls there is something for all seasons and reasons!

Major shopping malls offering a wide mix of fashions, homewares, chain and department stores feature in many areas around Perth.

Shop in air-conditioned comfort and find everything you could possibly want all under one roof.

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Garden City SC - 125 Riseley St, Booragoon www.gardencity.com..au Westfield Innaloo- Ellen Stirling Boulevard, Innaloo www.westfield.com.au/innaloo Karrinyup - 200 Karrinyup Rd www.karrinyupcentre.com.au Centro Galleria Morley - Cnr Collier & Walter Rds www.galleriashoppingcentre.com.au Westfield Carousel - 1382 Albany Hwy, Cannington www.westfield.com.au/carousel Whitford City - Marmion & Whitfords Ave, Hillarys www.westfield.com.au/whitfordcity Rockingham Shopping Centre - 1 Council Ave www.rockinghamshoppingcentre.com.au Centro Mandurah - 330 Pinjarra Rd, Mandurah www.centromandurah.com.au Bunbury Forum - Sandridge Rd, Bunbury www.bunburyforum.com.au Claremont Quarter - 9 Bay View Terrace www.claremontquarter.com.au

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Strip Malls: Mount Hawthorn - Lots of trendy, quirky shops for kids and teens on Scarborough Beach Rd. Fremantle - Young girls in particular will love the Pickled Fairy,.They have the shop assistants dressed as fairies and just going there and looking around is an experience the younger children will talk about for hours. Book a fairy party!

Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley – A huge range of fashion stores, night markets weekly and a festival held every year in November!

Perth’s fine weather means that markets are everywhere. Check p.58 for more!

Twilight Hawkers Market Forrest Pl, Murray St, Perth.

Friday nights October til April, 4.30pm-9.30pm.

Live music, buskers and roving entertainment, rustic, tasty food.

Fremantle Markets - Henderson St & South Tce 8am-8pm Fri, 8am-6pm Sat-Sun. Since 1897 with over 150 stalls of fresh fruit & veg, gourmet foods, local craft, gifts and clothes. www.fremantlemarkets.com.au Kalamunda Village Market - Town Sq. First Sat of each month 8.30am-2.30pm. Over 130 arts/crafts, plants, produce, buskers, music stalls.

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Play Kids of all ages love to play.

Perth has plenty of parks and nature reserves where the whole family can get outside and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. There also are plenty of activities (both inside and out) to keep everyone busy after school, on weekends or vacations...

So no matter whether you want to play, walk, run, swim, ride or picnic, Perth has it all!

Here is a selection of our favourites:

Kings Park Kings Park would have to be one of our nation’s best ... and its FREE! Pack a picnic or call in and see Roy at Stickybeaks (see opposite), and make a day of it.

Climb the DNA tower, check out the views from the Walkway, take the littlies to the Ivey Watson Playground, go back to the age of dinosaurs at Synergy Parkland or try the Saw Avenue adventure playground. Kids will love exploring the tunnels and caves and climbing up to the fort at this huge nature based playground.

BBQ’s, toilets and pavilions are available.

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Play Caversham Wildlife Park Gives you a chance to meet the koalas up close, feed the kangaroos and learn about the native animals of Australia.This is one of the best things to do in Perth with littlies.The best part is everything is included in the one price on entry! Yes, even photo opportunities and the food to feed the animals!

Molly’s farm, on site, has horses, deer, donkeys amongst other animals that children can pet, feed or have their photo taken with.

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Esplanade Park Fremantle is heaps of fun! The open playground is shaded by giant pine trees and surrounded by a wonderful picnic area. It is adjacent to the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour and right in the middle of the Fremantle entertainment area.

The space net is awesome!!

Perry Lakes Reserve Set within beautiful trees, large grassed area and lakes..

The park is sand based and has shade sails throughout.

It is fully accessible for the disabled with ramps throughout the main structure and a disability swing.

There are 3 areas to the playground with climbing ladders, monkey bars, bridges and more slides.

Yellagonga Regional Park Starts at Neil Hawkins Park in the heart of Joondalup. See if you can spot kangaroos, local wildlife, native flora and birdlife with a bushwalk along the banks of Lake Joondalup.

Glendalough Open Space A lovely little play area with parking directly next to it off the main road access.This area has swings, seesaw, flying fox, slides and numerous climbing frames to entertain kids of all ages.

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Hyde Park North Perth is an English style park with lake, treed walkways and water play features. It is also part of the “Wetlands Trail.” Popular with all ages, the water playground has recently installed shade sails, water canons, spouts and tipping bells. It is surrounded by the lush grassy gardens.

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BHP Billiton Water Park, Elizabeth Quay This beautiful interactive water park is fun during the day and even better at nights, when it is lit by colourful lighting. Surrounded by tiered decking and with all the fun of the Quay, it’s possible to make a half a day disappear here.

Burswood Park Situated on the Swan River’s charming south bank on a very well maintained stretch of foreshore, this park and it’s playground within are a favourite of parents and kids alike. Its playground is well shaded by trees offering protection from the sun, is fenced for safety and supervision purposes and features a colourful “carnival” theme that was designed with input from local school kids!

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Bicton Quarantine Park A picturesque spot for a family barbecue or picnic.

It features a playground with a fence and shade sails.

The main playground structure here has two slides of different sizes, climbing ladders, moneky bars, a tunnel, a rope bridge, and a climbing wall.There are a number of paths running through the park and down along the river. Great for riding bikes or scooters.

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Matilda Bay Reserve Stretches along the Swan River and is a hot spot for kayaking, picnicking, dolphin watching and other activities. Always popular on summer days, the shallow water allows kids to play freely, and there is a cafe, BBQs and toilets making it an easy option for a cheap day out.

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Play Perth and The South West have some of the most pristine, white sand ocean strips anywhere in the world.The entire city of Perth is within about 30 mins of the coast no matter where you are.This means a swim, a surf, a snorkel, a walk are all possible any time of day (or even after school). But don’t forget to slip, slop, slap and whack on some shades though!

Cottlesloe As good as it gets. Grassy knolls, great view of Rotto, shade, toilets, lifeguards and 600m from train station. Grab an icecream and watch the sunset over Rotto.

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Beaches - Aaah - This is what I'm talkin' about!!!

Port and Leighton Perfect for little kids. About 12km south west of CBD and 800m walk from North Fremantle train station. Amenities include: toilets, showers, carpark and lifeguard patrolled.

South Beach and Coogee Good clean swimming beaches.

About 20 mins drive from Fremantle.

North Fremantle and Bathers Beach Easy access, great views of shipping lanes and Rotto. Bathers Beach is right beside the Fishing Boat Harbour. Enjoy something to eat and drink and let the kids play at the beach.

Rockingham Great foreshore location. Snorkelling in Shoalwater Bay. Mandurah Silver Sands and beside Seashells Resort is best or swim in the estuary!

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City Beach and Floreat Swimming and boogie boarding. 10 mins drive west of the city. Facilities include restaurant, kiosk, toilets, showers, drinking fountain, carpark, lifeguard patrolled, playground, picnic area and a boardwalk linking City Beach to Floreat Beach.

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Play It's ok to play indoors too!

Here are a few suggestions if the weather does turn nasty- and great birthday party ideas too!

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Rockface is a great place for kids birthday parties as you can BYO catering

- Rockclimbing at Rockface in Northbridge (see opposite) - Rollerskate at Rollerdrome in Morley (p.46) or Rollerzone (see opposite) - Iceskating in Cockburn (p.22) or Xtreme Ice Arena (p.44) - Indoor gaming at one of the Timezone locations (p.47) or either iPlay store (p.46) - Family indoor aquatic fun at Beatty Park (see opposite), Riverton Leisureplex (p.11) or Bayswater Waves (p.49).

- Bowling at the Zone Centres - Inflatable fun at Inflatable World in Joondalup (see below) - Exploring one of the many indoor playcentres like; Chipmunks Whitfords, Go Bananas in Joondalup, Atlantis Playcentre in Clarkson or Lollipops in Bayswater and Jandakot.

- Enjoying fit kids at The Rise in Maylands (p.49) - Catch a latest release movie at Hoyts (p.53)

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Watch Perth's Professional Teams -

So, you've had enough playing and now it's time to kick back, catch a movie, see a show or go along and cheer on one of our great West Australian teams competing at the highest level.

West Coast Eagles (AFL) westcoasteagles.com.au Optus Stadium: Train to Perth Stadium

Perth is so lucky to have professional sporting teams in all the Australia wide major leagues (for a small city we have a lot of success!)

There is world class sport on offer all year round.

Here is a list of who plays where, how to get there and how to make contact.

Fremantle Dockers (AFL) fremantlefc.com.au Optus Stadium: Train to Perth Stadium Perth Wildcates (NBL) perthwildcats.com.au RAC Arena - Train to CBD. 200m walk.

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Perth Glory (A League) perthglory.com.au NIB Stadium - Train to Claisebrook, 300m walk West Coast Fever (Netball) westcoastfever.com.au Perth Arena: Train to CBD. 200m walk.

Perth Heat (ABL) web.theabl.com.au Thornlie Park: Catch train to Thornlie, walk 13mins Perth Scorchers (Cricket) perthscorchers.com.au Optus Stadium: Train to Perth Stadium

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Watch Perth Heat Fixture 2018/19 Baseball Park Thornlie Round

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16th Nov - 18th Nov 7th Dec - 9th Dec 21st Dec - 23rd Dec 28th Dec - 31st Dec 10th Jan - 13th Jan

vs. Auckland vs. Melbourne Aces vs. Sydney Blue Sox vs. Adelaide Bite vs. Geelong-Korea

Perth Glory Fixture 2018/19 NIB Stadium Date

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Dec 8 Dec 21 Jan 9 Jan 13 Jan 23 Jan 27 Feb 2 Feb 16 Mar 30 Apr 14 Apr 28

vs. Melbourne City vs. Sydney FC vs. Sydney FC vs. Western Sydney Wanderers vs. Adelaide FC vs. Newcastle FC vs. Wellington Phoenix vs. Brisbane Roar vs. Melbourne Victory vs. Newcastle Jets vs. Wellington Phoenix

7:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm

WOMEN Perth Glory Fixture 2018/19 NIB Stadium/Dorrien Gardens Date

Match

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Dec 15 Dec 21 Jan 3 Feb 1

vs. Newcastle Jets vs. Sydney FC vs. Canberra United vs. Melbourne Victory

7:00pm 3.30pm 5:30pm 7:00pm

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Perth Wildcats Fixture 2018/19 RAC Arena

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Dec 9 Dec 14 Jan 1 Jan 20 Jan 25 Feb 1 Feb 10 Feb 15

vs. Cairns Taipans vs. Sydney Kings vs. Cairns Taipans vs. Melbourne United vs. Adelaide 36ers vs. Illawarra Hawks vs. Sydney Kings vs. Adelaide 36ers

TBC 6:50pm 6:50 pm TBC 6:50 pm 6:50 pm TBC 6:50pm

AFLW Fremantle Fixtures 2019 Fremantle Oval Round

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vs. Brisbane vs. Collingwood vs. Western Bulldogs vs. North Melbourne

3:05pm 4:15pm 3:05pm 4:15pm

Chris Ikonomidis

Number: 19 Position: Attac Midfielder Height: 180 cm Weight: 80 kg Birthday:May 4,1995 POB: Sydney Chris has been one of Glory’s standout stars so far this season, scoring twice in his first four games for the club. The Cronulla born forward, who first rose to prominence at youth level for Sutherland Sharks, moved to Italy aged 16 to sign with Atalanta and 18 months later, joined Lazio.

He subsequently debuted for the Rome based club in a Europa League tie against St Etienne.

Last season he returned to Australia and played for Western Sydney Wanderers. He made his Socceroos debut against FYR Macedonia in 2015.

The 23 year old has won six senior caps to date and his fine early-season form for Glory has seen him linked with a return to the national team.

MEN Perth Scorchers Fixture 2018/19 Optus Stadium Date

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Dec 26 Jan 5 Jan 13 Jan 18 Jan 24 Jan 28 Feb 3

vs. Adelaide Strikers vs. Brisbane Heat vs. Sydney Sixers vs. Hobart Hurricanes vs. Sydney Thunder vs. Melbourne Renegades vs. Melbourne Stars

4:15pm 6:30pm 6:35pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 6:15pm 6:15pm

WOMEN Perth Scorchers Fixture 2018/19 The Furnace/Lilac Hill Date

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Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 26 Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 06

vs. Melbourne Renegades vs. Melbourne Renegades vs. Brisbane Heat vs. Sydney Thunder vs. Sydney Thunder vs. Sydney Sixers

4:30pm 2:00pm 7:45pm 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am

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Watch West Coast Eagles Fixtures 2019 Optus Stadium Round

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Mar 30 Apr 13 Apr 19 May 4 May 17 Jun 2 Jun 20 Jul 6 Jul 12 Jul 27 Aug 11 TBC

vs. GWS Giants vs. Fremantle Dockers vs. Port Adelaide vs. Gold Coast Suns vs. Melbourne Demons vs. Western Bulldogs vs. Essendon Bombers vs. Fremantle Dockers vs. Collingwood Magpies vs. North Melbourne vs. Adelaide Crows vs. Hawthorn Hawks

5:10pm 6:10pm 6:10pm 6:10pm 3:20pm 3:20pm 6:10pm 6:10pm 6:10pm 2:35pm 2:40pm TBC

Fremantle Dockers Fixtures 2019 Optus Stadium Round

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vs. North Melbourne vs. St Kilda vs. West Coast Eagles vs. Western Bulldogs vs. Richmond Tigers vs. Brisbane Lions vs. Port Adelaide vs. Carlton Blues vs. West Coast Eagles vs. Sydney Swans vs. Geelong Cats vs. Essendon

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Courtney Bruce Age: 25 Place of Birth: Gosnells, WA Height: 189 cm Position: GD, GK Nickname: Courts, Brucey Studying: Social Science-Mental Health Twitter: @courtio Instagram: @court.bruce Courtney established herself as arguably the competitions leading Australian defender in 2017.

She became an authoritative presence in the defence and her performances were rewarded with regular Diamonds selection due to her anticipation of the ball entering the shooting circle and her reach being the strongest parts of her game.

She was part of the Australian squad that won silver at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

Enjoy a day out at Optus Stadium!

Discover on a behind the scenes Stadium Tour

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Visit our café, open from 7am-3pm daily

Head to optusstadium.com.au to plan your day

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Wot's On We want YOU - Yes, YOU bro! We want you to take advantage of all these great family events, activities, shows, movies, concerts and sporting events that we have listed. So, round up the family - Uncle, aunty, mum, dad, grandma, grandpa, cousins, sisters and brothers and get out there and do it!

WA is alive and happening all year round. There is enough to keep everyone entertained - AND best of all - most of them are FREE!!!

Stay up to date throughout the year with everything by visitng the ‘Wots On’ page at www.letsgokids.com.au.

Sign up to our e-newsletter whilst you’re there and download our app for deals, coupons and the latest news.

DAILY / WEEKLY Santas Enchanted Wardrobe 1 DEC Like to go on a Christmas Adventure like no other? Discover what lies behind the most Enchanted Wardrobe 24 DEC 2018 in the world in 2018. Where is Mr Tumnus? Why is Peter taking you to Beavers House? Why do the elves need help fixing the magic toy machines. Saturday 1 December 2018 8:30am – 5:30pm, Claremont Showground, 1 Graylands Road, Claremont, www.santasenchantedwardrobe.com 15 SEP 2018 20 JAN 2019

Zoorassic Park: A Tale of Three Worlds Roaring to life at Perth Zoo, The dinosaurs of Zoorassic Park are coming back, and this time they’re bringing friends! For more information www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au/ZoorassicPark

EVERY SUN TILL 24 FEB 2019

Stirling Farmers Market Bring the family, bring your empty bags and stock up on farm fresh produce. Enjoy the stress-free atmosphere that the outdoor markets bring. You will find stalls with fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables (some organic), artisan breads, eggs, honey, meat and much more. While there, relax with a freshly brewed coffee and crepes or a bacon and egg roll. www.stirlingfarmersmarket.com.au Joondalup Growers Market At Joondalup Growers Market, you will find a wide range oforganic and conventionally grown fruit and vegetables from the gardens and orchards of the Darling Range all the way down to Donnybrook and back up to Carvaron, grass-fed beef from the pastures of Gingin, milk, cheese and yoghurt from the cool hills around Albany, bio-dynamic lamb, beef and pork from the clean pastures of the Denmark coast, potted herbs and potted colour from the hills of Perth, award-winning olive oils and table olives from Gingin, fresh-cut flowers, jams and chutneys from the mango orchards in Broome, delicious authentic breads from their award-winning bakers, gourmet mushrooms, delicious handmade chocolates and the list goes on. www.joondalupgrowers.com.au Subiaco Farmers Market Subiaco Farmers Market is one of the oldest and original farmers market in Western Australia, operating since 2009. www.subifarmersmarket.com.au Margaret River Farmers Market The Margaret River Farmers’ Market has been a feature of the region for over 10 years, providing access to fresh local produce for both residents and visitors. www.margaretriverfarmersmarket.com.au

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Storytime​ Storytime is held every Friday and Saturday morning from 10am to 11am. Sessions involve a selection of stories, singing, and craft. Storytime is open to all children aged between two and five and is held during the school term.​www.kwinana.wa.gov.au Western Farmers Markets Come and taste a little bit of the country in the city at Palmyra Western Farmers Market. A genuine farmers market with many unique qualities. Your support of PWFM directly funds the Kitchen Garden Program and allows Palmyra Primary School students to grow and cook produce as part of their curriculum.

Kalamunda Farmers Market The Kalamunda Farmers Market enables shoppers to buy direct from the farmer, grower or producer in the Perth hills. The market has an enormous array of produce including seasonal fruit and vegetables, organic meat, free-range eggs, organic bread, naturally-fermented sour dough, milk, gluten-free options, cup cakes, biscuits, macarons, and savoury pastries. www.kalamundafarmersmarket.com

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Wot’s On DAILY / WEEKLY FORTNIGHTLY SAT TILL 29 DEC

EVERY SUN TILL 31 DEC

EVERY SAT TILL DEC

MONTHLY 3rd SAT OF EVERY MONTH TILL 16 DEC 4th SAT OF EVERY MONTH TILL 24 FEB DECEMBER 1 DEC 6 JAN 2019

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Poynter Farmers Market Poynter Farmers’ Market is a fortnightly market located in the centre of Poynter Primary School.

Shop for your fresh fruit and vegetables from local farmers, coffee and refreshments, Swan Valley flowers, organic meat, a range of baked goods and breads, cupcakes, olive oils and condiments. Each market has a number of breakfast and lunch choices from French crepes,Thai food, sausage sizzle and other special feature stallholders including honey, Indian or Jamaican spices. poynterfarmersmarket.com.au Mounts Bay Sailing Club Try Sailing for FREE! Bring the family down to the Mounts Bay Sailing Club on Sundays and the kids can try sailing for FREE! Safe, exciting & fun for kids aged 7-14years! Accredited, experienced coaches. Proven Learning & Development Program. 9am – 12pm Mounts Bay Sailing Club, 9386 5839 STEAMing into Story Time Our Saturday STEAMing into Storytime program encourages a love of reading and enables social interaction with other children. Including STEAM activities children use their critical thinking and problem solving skills along with their imagination and creativity Come and enjoy the stories, songs, and hands-on STEAM activities Sessions are suitable for children from 2 - 7 years old. No bookings required.

9400 4751, www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/Explore/Libraries.aspx Riverside Markets East Fremantle Welcome to those who love markets! The Lions Club of East Fremantle have begun a new Arts and Craft Market on the shore of the Swan River at Norm KcKenzie Reserve alongside the Sea Scouts and the Fremantle Rowers who participate in the event as well.

Yanchep Monthly Markets Held on the last Sunday of every month, there are 50 stalls selling fruit and vegetables, condiments, eggs, hot food, coffee and desserts, handcrafted items and plants.

Magical Christmas Lights Cruises with Eco BBQ Boats Experience a Christmas Wonderland on water in Mandurah, Western Australia’s Christmas Lights Capital, only 70 kilometres south of Perth. Cruise through the magical wonderland of Mandurah’s canals with Eco BBQ Boats and see over 200 Christmas houses lit up in thousands of Christmas lights. www.ecobbqboats.com

15 DEC 2018

Symphony In The City Symphony in the City is Perth’s largest free outdoor classical music concert and is the signal that summer has arrived and Christmas is just around the corner. www.waso.com.au

31 DEB 2018

Streets Happy Zoo Year Perth’s best kid’s New Years Eve Party is back! Help celebrate the end of the 120th year and join in for a night of magic this New Years Eve. www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au

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Murray Community Christmas Celebration A highlight of the Shire of Murray’s event calendar, the Murray Community Christmas Celebration promises to set the tone for a merry and bright festive season ahead. www.murray.wa.gov.au/events/murray-community-christmas-celebration/ Carols by Candlelight and Christmas Parade In an annual Christmas tradition the City of Armadale invites you to join in the festive spirit of the holiday season with Carols by Candlelight. This family friendly Christmas event is bursting with community pride and celebration as it showcases some of the incredible talent from the Armadale area.

The evening begins early with the Christmas Parade through Jull Street Mall at 6pm.

Parade – Jull Street Mall, Armadale, followed by Carols at 7pm - Memorial Park, Orchard Avenue, Armadale www.armadale.wa.gov.au/events/carols-candlelight-and-christmas-parade Carols In The Park Celebrate the spirit of Christmas, sing along to carols and meet Santa. www.belmont.wa.gov.au

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Wot's On FEBRUARY 8 FEB 11 FEB 2019

Perth Festival 2019 - Boorna Waanginy The extraordinary hit of Perth Festival 2017, Boorna Waanginy, is back to transform Perth’s Kings Park into a nocturnal wonderland over four spectacular nights. In this epic work Noongar culture, science, cutting edge technology and breathtaking artistry come together to celebrate and explore the interconnectedness of all life and the fragile beauty of South Western Australia’s landscape. www.perthfestival.com.au/

8 FEB 17 FEB 2019

Perth Festival - Lang Toi Bamboo poles sway as contortionists, acrobats and jugglers expertly balance and leap from them. A village goes about its daily life as live music, performed by virtuosi musicians, accompanies the action. This iis circus at its absolute best! www.perthfestival.com.au/event/lang-toi-village

JUNE 1 & 2 JUNE 2019

LiveLighter Pinjarra Festival 2019 Gather the family and head to Pinjarra this Western Australia Day long weekend for the 2019 LiveLighter Pinjarra Festival. Murray’s largest free community event is set to entertain the whole family with an exciting line-up of acts, activities and attractions.

For more information visit www.murray.wa.gov.au

2 & 3 JUNE 2019

WA Day Festival A huge celebration of everything that makes this state great. Elizabeth Quat comes to life with entertainment on the main stage all day, interactive kids’ zone,, Perth’s biggest and best line up of delicious food trucks, sports clinics with both the Wildcats and Scorchers, urban bars serving local beers and wines and to end a spectacular fireworks display over the Swan River. www.celebratewa.com.au IGA Perth Royal Show The IGA Perth Royal Show is Perth’s biggest community event attracting 350,000 visitors from the city and the country each year. With a rich history spanning over 170 years, the IGA Perth Royal Show is an iconic social and cultural event which showcases Western Australian Agriculture, small business and entertainment. www.perthroyalshow.com.au

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SEE WHAT WESTERN AUSTRALIA HAS TO OFFER WITH DISCOVERY HOLIDAY PARKS. We have a holiday to suit every family and budget.

With 14 holiday parks around Australia we have your next holiday covered.

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Stay All around WA you will find many types of kid friendly accomms that suit families of all sizes and budgets.

We’ve done our homework, and chosen a few in each area specifically for their value, special deals for families or family friendly features such as location, price, playgrounds, pools and activity programs. Book direct for the best deals and also check our website or download our app www.letsgokids.com.au/app to stay up to date!

CBD - Our choice for location, free parking, pool, being on the CAT route AND huge self contained living space is Mont Clare Apartments (see opposite). We stay here!! Mantra on Murray and Mantra on Hay have good sized rooms.

Holiday Inn does Kids Stay Free and Regal Apartments has books, videos etc to keep kids entertained.

Bunbury / Busselton / Margaret River Some awesome family holiday parks close to the beach - Our picks are Koombana Bay Holiday Park, Preston Beach Resort, Mandalay, Beachlands and Amblin Holiday Park (p.36).

All have fantastic amenities and activities with kids in mind. Taunton Farm (p.38) is away from the beach but the kids will love the animal feeding .

HANDY HINT Discovery Parks are a fantastic family accommodation option. All parks are well located near local attractions. The parks offers a range of accommodation options. Each park has different features to keep the kids entertained.

Bunbury Foreshore - Koombana Bay, Bunbury Bunbury Village - Bussell Hwy & Washington Ave Coogee Beach - 3 Powell Parade, Coogee Perth Airport - 186 Hale Rd, Forrestfield Rottnest Island - Strue Rd, Rottnest Island Swan Valley - 91 Benara Rd, Caversham Woodman Point - 132 Cockburn Rd, Fremantle

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Mandurah - The town is all geared up for kids!

Quest apartments (p.28) is right on the canal (bring your boat) and is easy walking distance to town. Ocean Chalets and Mandurah Family Resort have spacious family offerings.

Between Mandurah and Pinjarra, Mandurah Caravan and Tourist Park have daily kids holiday activities. The Atrium and Sebel for hotels.

Fremantle - Coogee Beach Holiday Park has self contained chalets and Woodman Point Holiday Park has a diverse range of accommodations in parkland surrounds right on the beach. Quest Harbour Village is on the breakwater at Fishing Boat Harbour.

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