Western Australia

Here is a route that is on my list of 4 wheel drive adventures I want to complete before I die: AUSTRALIA’S ICONIC CANNING STOCK Route, created in 1906, runs for 1800 km through WA from the Kimberley to Wiluna …

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Picture of the Day: Mitchell Falls, Western Australia

March 11, 2010

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Via AG Outdoor.

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Picture of the Day: Western Australia Bushfire Aftermath

December 30, 2009

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A gallery of Western Australia bushfire photos can be seen over at Reuters.

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Seven Westeran Australia National Parks Grouped Into the Walpole Wilderness

December 9, 2009

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It is great see that the beautiful forests of southwest Australia getting the protection and recognition they deserve: Climb to the pinnacle of one of Western Australia’s newest national parks, and you can soak up a 360-degree view over large …

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Qantas Passengers Revolt After Flight Delay in Perth

July 10, 2009

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This is something that comes as a bit of a surprise considering how laid back Australians tend to be when things like this happen: POLICE have been called to Perth’s domestic airport to calm outraged passengers stranded overnight after their …

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Perth Brothels Ready for Influx of US Sailors

July 9, 2009

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My brother spent four years in the Navy and he told me when his ship went to Australia has favorite city was Perth. Now I know why: PERTH brothels are increasing staff to contend with the arrival of two US …

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My Australia Wish List: Ningaloo Reef

July 5, 2009

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Here is a place I have always wanted to go to in Australia, but never got the chance to is Ningaloo Reef. However, a lucky writer for Australian Geographic did get a chance to visit the reef and has only …