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| At the Albany Farmers Market, a car park in the heart of Albany is miraculously transformed every Saturday into a busy thriving market place - local producers bring their fresh, seasonal product and sell direct to locals and visitors.
The quality and range of product every weeks is enormous - not only every imaginable |
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| Albany Old Gaol Museum offers a fascinating look back to the era of convicts in the mid 1800s. Wander through the cell blocks reading the plaques about the colourful history of the gaol and gain an understanding of the difficulties experienced by the early settlers.
Pay attention to the timber lined cells which were u |
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| Departing daily from Emu Point to cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River. Like a journey through time you will take the path of the first settlers as they discovered the natural and stunning beauty of 'The New World'. Optional wine tasting at no extra cost. Albany's Riverboat Kalg |
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| The Desert Corps Memorial near the top of Mount Clarence is an impressive war memorial commemorating those who fought at Gallipoli during World War One. Pose for a photo in front of the horsemen and their horses and read about the colourful history of the memorial and understand the significance behind its position at |
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| Discovery Bay’s Walk on the Wild Side is an Australian Native Fauna Wildlife Park which recently opened adjacent to Albany's Whale World, showcasing over 200 animals across 30 different species of vulnerable, rare and endangered Australian native fauna.
Animals at the fauna park includes Koalas, Spotted Tail Quolls, E |
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| The multi-use pathway from Ellen Cove to Albany Port is one of the best ways to see the famously beautiful coastline of the historic town of Albany in the Great Southern region. This moderate six kilometre return Top Trail passes through Middleton Beach and is great for whale watching.
A mixture of bitumen path and wo |
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| When in Albany, make sure you visit the lovely Goode Beach. Nestled in the King George Sound it is surrounded by numerous islands and enjoys views out to Mount Manypeaks.
Goode Beach has several popular walk trails to explore the surrounding coastline. Enjoy the views of Princess Royal Harbour and the historic town |
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| Jimmy Newells Harbour is a beautiful natural harbour close to Torndirrup National Park. This small inlet provides a protected calm body of water which is ideal for swimming and paddling, as its namesake discovered when caught in a storm. It is also a wonderful spot to try out beach fishing.
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| The Luke Pen Walk trail, located 20 kilometres from Albany in Western Australia's Great Southern region, is a beautiful meandering walk trail, closely following the Kalgan River. It offers a lovely mix of vegetation from large marri trees and conifers to farming pastures. Gorgeous views are present all the way along th |
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| One of Albany’s most stunning seascapes, Middleton Beach is popular for its safe swimming, windsurfing and picnicking.
Five kilometres of pristine white sand means there’s plenty of space to find your own stretch of beach.
Across the horizon are two picture-perfect granite islands, Michaelmas and Breaksea.
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| The sun sets over the gently flowing Kalgan River, red and orange hues contrast with green vines and rolling hills complete the picturesque majesty that is Montgomery's Hill - home of premium wines.
Producing wine to tingle the palate and rush the senses. Enjoy the tastes combined with stunning views from the cellar. |
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| Located in the South West of Western Australia, a region full of natural scenic beauty and pioneer history, Mt Romance Australia – Essence of Australia is the essential Albany experience. Only a short 15 kilometre drive north of the centre of Albany, this award winning tourist attraction offers a surprising variety of |
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| The Old Farm Strawberry Hill was once the home of the first Government resident in Western Australia. Wander through the beautifully furnished 1836 historic cottage to gain a real insight into the way of life in early colonial times.
The cottage was one of the earliest buildings in the state and site of the first c |
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| Oyster Harbour is a permanently open estuary covering an area of 15.6 square kilometres. It is used to shelter a fishing fleet carrying out commercial fishing and farming oysters and mussels. The harbour is used by thousands of waterbirds for feeding.
Mainly boat fishing takes place in Oyster Harbour but there is some |
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| Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum in Albany is Australia’s first federal fortress and has a range of attractions to keep you and your family entertained for hours. The stunning panoramic views of King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour are a highlight from this historically significant vantage point.
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| Princess Royal Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. Jump onboard one of the local cruises to explore the huge stretch of waters in this picturesque harbour. Keep an eye out for the humpback whales in the harbour and neighbouring King George Sound.
If you have a boat, or choose to hire one, th |
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| Visit the Replica of the Brig Amity for a fascinating insight into the journey the early settlers took from Sydney to establish their new home in Albany. A perfect photo opportunity waits at this historic replica ship, with the scenic Princess Royal Harbour as a backdrop.
Step aboard the full scale ship and try to im |
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| Sandpatch, near Albany is considered one of the best locations along the Southwest coast to see the magnificent Humpback and Southern Right whales. See these gentle giants of the sea glide effortlessly through the Southern Ocean on their migratory journey.
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| Tanglehead Brewing Company is the first brewery in the Great Southern in over 70 years and revives a long history of brewing in Albany dating back to just after the first settlement in 1826.
Tanglehead produces a range of award winning handcrafted ales in its 800 litre all-grain brew house from all natural ingredients |
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| Albany is one of the best places in Western Australia to go Whale Watching.
Here, the giants of the ocean including southern right, humpback and rare blue whales are regularly seen on their migration to and from southern feeding grounds.
You can help protect one of the world’s most magnificent animals by recording |
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