Living in Australia's South West
The South West Region of Western Australia faces the Indian and Southern Oceans and is only two hours drive from the State capital - Perth.
It covers an area of 23,970 square kilometres and has a typically Mediterranean climate with dry summer months and a high rainfall in winter.
Currently more than 145,000 people live in the region and with a growth rate higher than national average, the South West has one of the fastest growing populations of regional Western Australia.
By 2021 it is anticipated that 175,000 people will make the region their home.
The South West has the most diverse regional economy of Western Australia. Extensive mineral wealth has made the region a major world producer of alumina and mineral sands. Our economy is also based on strong agricultural and horticultural industries, timber and forest products, viticulture, retailing and tourism.
Attractions including national parks, ancient forests, beaches, wineries and eco-tourism sites have credited the South West Region as the most popular tourist destination outside Perth.
The region boasts excellent medical, educational, sport and recreational facilities.
For more information view the Lifestyle and Services pages, or click on the Photo Gallery for images of the South West.