Western Australia (WA) is the largest state, situated on – you guessed it – the west coast of the country. Owing to the vastness of this massive state there is something for everyone here, including the dramatic Kimberley Region, the idyllic Rottnest Island (home to the selfie-loving quokka) and the premium wine and surf region of Margaret River. The capital, Perth, is famed for its serene, uncrowded beaches, parklands and fresh seafood.
Western Australia is incredibly vast and diverse; as the largest state, it covers nearly one-third of the country. From baffling rock formations and ancient Aboriginal sites to sweeping green vineyards of world-class wineries and unbelievably clear ocean waters, Western Australia is the land of endless exploration.
In Western Australia the summers are warm and dry; the winters are long, cool, and wet; and it is windy and mostly clear year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 48°F to 86°F and is rarely below 40°F or above 97°F.
Western Australia population is 2.84 million as of June of 2022.
Top things to do
- Swim with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef
- Visit Rottnest Island and snap a selfie with a quokka
- Relax with a glass of wine in Margaret River