Bunbury

Location: 130 km south of Perth.
Population: 31,865
Climate: Maximum average temperature 21.8° C. Minimum average temperature 11.6° C. Yearly rainfall 871mm.
Attractions: Cappuccino Strip, regional art/craft galleries, wineries, Dolphin Discovery Centre.
Accommodation: An excellent range of motels, hotels, B&Bs. Apartments, backpackers, chalets and cabins located within caravan parks.
Visitor Centre: Old railway station, Carmody place Tel: 08 9792 7205
www.visitbunbury.com.au

WA's second largest city, Bunbury is located two hours from Perth. Harmonious with nature and the surrounding ocean, Bunbury is the south Western Australia dolphin capital. This title is due entirely to the friendly flip-flopping ocean creatures that frequent Koombana Bay. See info about the Dolphin Discovery Centre at dolphins.mysouthwest.com.au
 
Asides from swimming in the ocean with dolphins there is loads more fun to be had in the sea. The Lena Dive wreck is home to a sunken ship that now provides a refuge for marine life thereby making it a great site for snorkelling and diving. At the far end of Ocean Beach is the 150 million-year-old basaltic rock.

If the Bunbury natural attractions have you feeling bored don't forget about the Hay Park Sporting Complex; Australia's second largest sporting venue. While in the town also make your way towards Boulters Heights, which provides splendid views overlooking the city, harbour, coast, and neighbouring Darling Range.

There is plenty of accommodation, including caravan parks for camping and a backpacker's hostel. Contact the Bunbury Visitor Centre.

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