This Leafy region incorporates the South West and the Great Southern. It takes in some of the world's finest wine and food destinations, from Bunbury , Busselton, Donnybrook,  Dunsborough ,  Margaret River  and the Ferguson Valley to Bridgetown, Greenbushes,  Nannup, Pemberton , Walpole, Denmark, Kojonup the Porongurup Range and Albany. You will find more information about other towns by clicking on the town name on the map below. It's a gourmet's delight. The endless action available here includes surfing, kayaking, diving, white water rafting, ocean and river fishing, whale watching, caving, bushwalking and abseiling. Travel through rolling pastures and charming inland towns of the Harvest Highway to the magnificent forest country, where you can walk a trail, climb a tree or stroll 40 meters up on the tree top walk. Beyond the forests, you can enjoy some truly glorious beaches.  You can stay at one of the many high class hotels or at a small friendly Farmstay or B&B or other special interest accommodation, including  golf resorts, pet friendly accommodation and more.

There are 2 main routes to the South West from Perth. The Freeway takes you via Mandurah while Highway 20 , is an alternative route that escapes the hustle and bustle of the freeway allowing you to enjoy the country towns of the South Western Highway.

There is increasing pressure from mining interests being placed on the South West, prompting groups like Save our South West to use the internet to raise awareness of the issues.  You can travel to the South West from Perth by South West Coach Lines,  their newest coaches feature plush leather seats, WiFi internet access and a multi-channel entertainment system. You can also travel by the Australind train service. When you arrive in the South West, Bunbury Car Hire can provide an affordable car for you to explore the hinterland towns.  You will find more useful information at the official Australia's South West website.

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Other useful websites

Walpole-Nornalup Visitor Centre: Information and online booking service for the Walpole region.