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Albany
Located within the Great Southern region some 400 kilometres from Perth, Albany has a Mediterranean climate with cool winters and mild summers. The city of Albany has strong residential growth and has a population of about 33,600. Jobs in Albany can range from the tourism and travel industry to mining opportunities within Western Australia.
Albany history
Albany's history extends back to the early days of European settlement, being the first settlement in Western Australia.
Since then, Albany has developed into a town full of natural wonders, fresh produce and art and culture.
Albany attractions
With the Southern Ocean at its door and close proximity to the Stirling Range National Park, Albany has plenty of natural attractions such as the clear waters of natural swimming pool Greens Pool, and the Karri Forest, filled with treetop walks, wildflower trails and the natural rock formation wonder known as The Gap.
There's also whale watching on wilderness cruises, eco walks at Torndirrup National Park and blow holes to see while you're in Albany.
Albany art and culture
Art festivities also play a large part of Albany's culture. Overlooking the Princess Royal Harbour is the Western Australian Museum, Albany, which has many exhibitions educational programs about the history of the region.
Don't forget Albany is a wine region. Visit its wineries and enjoy the tastings as well as local produce they offer.
Albany also hosts Perth International Art Festival events, and has plenty of galleries and studios around the area.
For Albany festivals, enjoy the Festival of the Sea, offering fresh seafood and Great Southern wines, the weekly Albany Farmers Markets, stocked with the likes of local milk, cream, extra virgin olive oil and honey and the Porongurup Wine Festival held in March each year.
The city of Albany has strong real estate growth and has a population of about 33,600. Flights to Albany arrive regularly at Albany Regional Airport located 11km from the city centre.