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Geraldton

The city of Geraldton is the major export centre for the pastoral, mining, agricultural, manufacturing, construction and fishing industries in the region. It is also home to picturesque beaches which cater for many water based activities.

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Dongara

Located 360 km north of Perth, Dongara is well known for crayfishing, fishing and wildflowers. It is also a welcome stopover for travellers.

 

Kalbarri

Situated where the Murchison River meets the Indian Ocean, Kalbarri boasts spectacular red rock gorges, rugged coastal cliffs, white sandy beaches and colourful wildflowers.

 

Distances to Perth*

​From

​Distance

Cue
​651 km
​Geraldton
​​419 km
​Kalbarri​
​592 km
​Meekatharra765 km
​Morawa​371 km
Mount Magnet
​571 km
​​Murchison​​​654 km​
​​Wiluna​​948 km

*Figures sourced from Main Roads Western Australia​

 

For more information on towns in the Mid West region, visit the Tou​rism Western Australia website​. 



 
News

Changes to the Graduate Stream of the State Nomination Migration Program

The State Nomination Migration Program (SNMP) Graduate stream will soon be more accessible for international students who study in Western Australia.

On 16 October 2019 Premier Mark McGowan announced that the Graduate Stream of the SNMP will be extended to include vocational education and training (VET) graduates who complete a qualification in Western Australia at Certificate III level or above, excluding trade occupations (unless approved for delivery to international students).  

For information on the current Graduate Stream of the State Nomination Migration Scheme requirements visit the State nomination requirements page.

Fun Fact
The Argyle Diamond Mine in the far north of Western Australia is one of the world's largest suppliers of natural coloured diamonds.