Western Australia

TravelStranded travellers’ fury at Qantas

Qantas has apologised to angry travellers who were left stranded at a regional airport and forced to sleep on the floor.

Angie Raphael

TravelSurprise town tops best Aussie destination

One Australian city has been dubbed “one of the greatest places of 2022” by a prominent international magazine.

Daniela Pizzirani

Surprising dataOne in 10 Australians considering moving to WA: New research

Research shows one in 10 Australians are considering moving to WA, with most enticed by the great weather and job opportunities.

Kate Purnell

Hidden HistoriesAlbany’s failed attempt to secede from Western Australia

The untold story about how feelings of anger over perceived neglect contributed to a movement late in the 19th century in Albany for secession from WA and for the creation of a new colony, has been revealed.

Malcolm Quekett

Next-gen export hubEXPLAINED: What the Federal Budget means for WA

The Pilbara will be recast as a titan of both mining and ‘low emissions’ manufacturing through a $1.5 billion funding injection set to pave the way for a new chapter for the engine room of the Aussie economy.

Josh Zimmerman

travelWA’s $500k tourism border giveaway

Thousands of tourism vouchers for Western Australia will go up for grabs tomorrow. Here’s how to get one.

Courtney Gould

west travel clubPhotography, writing and just relaxing at New Norcia

WILL YEOMAN introduces next year’s New Norcia Weekend Away with the Travel Team

Will Yeoman

Enriching livesOne woman’s story of struggle and salvation through travel

Adventurous Women offers group travel for women that helps build friendships, confidence and camaraderie. In her own words, Maria Taylor tells how life has blossomed through adventures with like-minded women.

Maria Taylor

Kings ParkDNA Tower in Kings Park reopens after refresh

The bad news is that to get to the top you will have to negotiate 101 steps along the spiral staircase but the good news is that it is totally free and you can bring your own drinks.

Mogens Johansen

western desertThe Last of the Nomads

Outback love story is one for the ages, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

perry lakes reserveLakes of tranquillity

WILL YEOMAN revisits Perry Lakes Reserve and finds an oasis of calm

Will Yeoman

Warlu Way appAppy days in ancient Pilbara

ALEXANDER SCOTT & CHEYANNE ENCISO find that the Warlu Way has gone high-tech

Alexander Scott & Cheyanne Enciso

WA CoastThe birds and the seas

Our golden shorelines and the isles beyond are treasures teeming with life, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

Perth StaycationMy home town reframed

PENNY THOMAS tackles a jam-packed itinerary of discovery and rediscovery of our beautiful city

Penny Thomas

the pod well travelledHello world, a German car show & Hyundai's Ioniq 5

Planes, ships and automobiles aplenty on this week’s episode of The West’s dedicated travel podcast

Will Yeoman

preston valley artisan trailOn the trail of artists

This year’s Preston Valley Artisan Trail promises to be one of the biggest and best yet

flower powerJourney of discovery, not a race

GEOFFREY THOMAS takes in boundless sights and experiences on an epic drive to Broome

Geoffrey Thomas

courtyard by marriott perthMarriott in the mix at Murdoch

Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch set to form part of the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct

Will Yeoman

denmark waDenmark retreat hits the mark

GEOFFREY THOMAS revisits a “chiming” getaway

Geoffrey Thomas

west travel club book launchStill the best job in the world

STEPHEN SCOURFIELD’s new book proves there are powerful and poignant travel stories right here on our doorstep

Stephen Scourfield

coral coastEpic Coral Coast by road ... warts and all

A 3500km drive holiday was a testing yet exhilarating time for BEN HARVEY

Ben Harvey

life’s a picnicPicture-perfect picnic places

Be sure to visit the spots ALEXANDRA CASEY has found in the city and its nearby surrounds

Alexandra Casey