The best spots for a Perth barbeque in the park

Perth and Surrounds

Perth barbeque spots

If there is such a thing as the ‘Great Australian Dream’, cooking up a storm on a gas-powered BBQ in the park on a perfect summer day is a big part of it. Whether it’s cheap sausages and tomato sauce or something a little more gourmet, park barbies are a deeply ingrained part of our culture, and there aren’t many places more beautiful than sunny Perth to enjoy them.

Here we’ve compiled a list of our favourite Perth BBQ spots as well as a guide to finding a BBQ near you, making your next cooking adventure in the great outdoors a little easier. Continue reading The best spots for a Perth barbeque in the park →

Interesting things to do in the Perth school holidays

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Perth camel rides

Are you as excited about the school holidays as your kids are?

Well, if you’re looking for some inspiration on amazing school holiday activities in Perth over the summer, you need to read this.

From educational attractions to cultural experiences, animal encounters to creative crafts, energetic outings to festive Christmas carnivals, here are some great things to see and do in Perth during the school holidays. Continue reading Interesting things to do in the Perth school holidays →

Things to do in Margaret River that don’t involve Wine

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Kayaking Margaret RiverImage courtesy of Tourism Western Australia

Ask anyone what they think of first when you mention Margaret River and the likely answer is wine and surfing. If you’re a surfer, don’t bother to keep reading. You’ll be kept busy with the world-class surf breaks in the region.  For everyone else, wine lovers included, read on. Here’s a list of things to do in Margarete River that will let you indulge guilt-free in wine, cheese and chocolate later on.
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Our stay at Faversham House in York WA

Accommodation, Golden Outback


Faversham House York

Faversham House in York is one of Western Australia’s most historic houses and makes for a luxurious weekend getaway. It provides the perfect base to explore York and the Avon Valley. Alternatively, if you don’t feel like going anywhere,  the impressive manor is also the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the historic property and gorgeous garden.

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Things to do in York West Australia

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York West Australia

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York is an easy 90-minute drive from Perth and makes for an ideal self-drive day trip from Perth or an even better weekend getaway. It’s one of WA’s most historic towns and along with giving insight into the region’s history, the town in the Avon Valley offers plenty of other great things to do.
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