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The Denmark Hotel’s six-month refurbishment provides a comfortable escape for travellers.

south coast PremiumThe ‘new’ Denmark Hotel is a weary traveller’s dream

After a six-month refurbishment, the Great Southern’s iconic Denmark Hotel is prettier than ever but no less charming, finds ZACH MARGOLIUS

Zach Margolius

Abrolhos Islands Pelsaert Lagoon.

bookPremiumA lifetime of seeing the Abrolhos

Will Yeoman on a valuable new book

Stephen Scourfield

Main Roads says Boorloo Bridge is more than a structure; it is a living narrative, a place where the past and present converge, and where the spirit of the land and its people continue to thrive.

western australiaPremiumBridging a gap

SUE YEAP takes a look at structure and infrastructure

Sue Yeap 

Mogens Johansen enjoys the view from the deck of the Syrah chalet at Ruse Estate Retreat near Margaret River.

Margaret RiverPremiumRuse Estate Retreat

Mogens Johansen gets away from it all at a hidden retreat near Margaret River

Mogens Johansen

Some of the severe corrugations on the roads in Fitzgerald National Park.

Fitzgerald River National ParkPremiumRough drive in Fitzgerald River National Park

Travel reader forced to abandon a visit to Fitzgerald River National Park due to poor road conditions

Mogens Johansen

Visitors love the rustic vibe at Keller's Farm.

Western AustraliaPremiumCroatia in the Swan Valley

Sue Yeap takes a look at the Croatian community’s fresh produce in the Swan Valley

Sue Yeap

Beach spinifex against a deep blue sky at Geordie Bay, Rottnest.

Western AustraliaPremiumA welcome return to Rotto

Leyanne Baillie discovers what‘s new since her last trip to the island

Leyanne Baillie

La Pause Miam offers coffee, crepes and more, tucked away in Central Arcade, Bunbury.

western australiaPremiumBunbury, an old friend refreshed

Sue Yeap takes a trip down south

Sue Yeap

Nautical vibes at Colourpatch, Augusta.

western australiaPremiumTrue south and the Augusta spirit

Sue Yeap heads far south west and is charmed by Augusta

SUE YEAP

A hiker at the top of Monkey Rock near Denmark.

Western AustraliaPremiumOff the beaten track

Off The Beaten Track offers new nature experience in Great Southern region, writes Mogens Johansen

Mogens Johansen

Travellers near Wiluna on a previous trip.

western australiaPremiumIndependent but not alone on the Canning Stock Route

Stephen Scourfield finds a safer way to tackle a big track

Stephen Scourfield

Amy Hetherington.

Western AustraliaPremiumProud As Punch to be heading to WA

Amy Hetherington is on the road and looking for laughs

Stephen Scourfield

There are 20,000 plants at Lorien Blueberries.

Western AustraliaPremiumVery berry moments picking treats

Picking your own blueberries down south is a healthy summer activity for the family, writes Sue Yeap

SUE YEAP

Perth skyline art above the bed at Mercure Perth.

hotels of the worldPremiumUps & downs for a Mercure first-timer

Megan French finding a ‘new world’ in her own city

Megan French

Pinjarra Bakery, in Pinjarra.

winnersPrize-winning pies for that WA road trip

Stephen Scourfield with tasty awards

Stephen Scourfield

Accommodation at Discovery Resorts — Rottnest Island is luxurious and spacious.

GlampingPremiumMaking the perfect discovery on Rotto

Leyanne Baillie has found a tent that fits the bill

Leyanne Baillie

Pinky's Rottnest Island sundeck.

RottnestPremiumPutting Pinky’s Rottnest Island on the menu

Leyanne Baillie spends a pleasant day on WA’s favourite holiday island

Leyanne Baillie

One of the main interchanges at the new Wilman Wadandi Highway near Bunbury.

Wilman Wadandi Highway PremiumNew highway set to make trips down south a lot quicker

Drivers heading to Margaret River and Busselton for the holiday season will receive an early Christmas present in the form of a safer and faster journey, writes Mogens Johansen

Mogens Johansen

Heading by helicopter out to the Kimberley coast.

planningPremiumKimberley from the air

Stephen Scourfield on memories of a lifetime

Stephen Scourfield

Kevin Pearce talks to passengers on a recent tour.

reminiscingPremiumLooking back to the golden age of rail in WA

Sue Yeap glances back

Sue Yeap

The iconic boathouse in Crawley. Pic Mogens Johansen

adviceITINERARY for when friends & families come to visit

Travel Editor Stephen Scourfield with a day-by-day plan

Stephen Scourfield

Seven of the best things to do in WA’s Mid West region

RacingSeven of the best things to do in WA’s Mid West region

With charming small towns, breathtaking national parks, and exciting events like the Geraldton Cup, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Racing WA

Seven of the best things to do in WA’s Mid West region

RacingSeven of the best things to do in WA’s Mid West region

With charming small towns, breathtaking national parks, and exciting events like the Geraldton Cup, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Racing WA

The launch of Nannup WA Geopark, with Professor Ross Dowlingon the left.

peopleGlobal recognition for a rock star

Stephen Scourfield on an award handed out in Brazil to one of our own

Stephen Scourfield