September 8
The Qantas Wallabies return to Perth when they take on South Africa in a 2011 Rugby World Cup quarter finals re-match. The game will be Perth's fixture of The Castrol Edge Rugby Championship, to be launched in 2012 when the Rugby's Tri-Nations becomes the four nations when Argentina joins the competition against Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
W: www.rugby.com.au
September 8 to 22
Now in its 30th year, the two-week Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show is widely recognised as one of Australia's best displays of stunning native flora. This annual event features exhibitions, tours and workshops, showcasing a vivid blanket of wildflowers that brings the region to life each spring.
W: www.wildflowersravensthorpe.org.au
September 9
Based along the iconic and extraordinary Cable Beach, the triathlon includes events for teams and individuals. It offers three different course lengths and a children's course, making this triathlon popular with beginners and experienced triathletes.
Australian Short Course Swimming
September 12 to 16
Many of the nation's best swimmers will compete in the 2012 Australian Short Course Championships set for Perth's Challenge Stadium. The championships are a qualifying event for the FINA World Short Course Championships and a highlight of the national swimming event calendar, showcasing the Australia's top talent.
W: www.swimming.org.au
Dwellingup 100 MTB Classic
September 15
Get on your mountain bike and challenge yourself to a ride amongst the breath
taking scenery of Dwellingup. This event features three distances for riders of
all ages and fitness levels - the 100km Dwellingup Classic, Dwellingup 40km and
the 14km D14 Novice Event and Schools Championship. W: www.dwellingup100.com.au
Hidden Treasures Great Southern Bloom Festival
September 16 to 24 October
Celebrating everything that blossoms in spring, the Hidden Treasures Great Southern Bloom Festival features more than 30 regional events across eight local shires. Enjoy wildflower and agricultural shows, heritage tours, long table lunches, open gardens, bush poets, celebrity guests, art displays, a photography competition and much more.
W: www.hiddentreasures.com.au
Perth Fashion Festival
September 19 to 25
Perth is fast becoming a fashion hot spot and with iconic events like the Perth Fashion Festival, there's little wonder why. Now in its 14th year, the festival sees fashionistas experiencing high fashion events at a range of unique venues. With world-class runway shows, styling workshops and fashion lunches, the festival's line-up keeps getting better.
W: www.perthfashionfestival.com.au
Kalgoorlie Cup
September 22
Experience the wonder of Kalgoorlie's gold rush heritage and pioneering spirit at the XXXX Gold Kalgoorlie Cup. As well as the excitement of the races, race goers can enjoy the Pure Gold 'Rock it' Concert, the Ora Banda Picnic Day and the traditional game of two-up.
W: www.kbrc.com.au/kalgoorlie.php
Australasian Safari
September 21 to 29
The toughest endurance motorsport event in the Asia Pacific Region, the Australasian Safari, is the nation's ultimate off-road adventure. Competitors on two and four wheels tackle the remote, rugged and stunning terrain of Western Australia in one of the most prestigious multi-day endurance rally racing events in the world.
W: www.australasiansafari.com.au
Esperance Tennis Pro Tour
September 28 to October 8
A multifaceted event that features one of the 21 rounds of the Australian Pro Tour Tournament, the Esperance Pro-Am tournament and a community engagement program. The Australian Pro Tour Circuit is one of the highest ranking tennis events held in Australia.
W: www.tennis.com.au
Meeka's Outback Festival
September 28 to October 1
Meekatharra invites you to come and enjoy the outback with four days of fun festivities. Families will be entertained by circus performances, rides and the rodeo. The festival also features market stalls, music, fireworks, a street parade, an outback ball, horse races and more.
W: www.meekashire.wa.gov.au
Funtabulous Bunbury Kidsfest
September 29 to October 1
The Bunbury Kidsfest is a funtabulous festival for families. The interactive event features eight exciting activity zones - science, physical activity, mining and construction, kids kitchen, creative kids, festival theatre, animals and under fives. There will also be performances by some of the best children's entertainers in the country.
W: www.bunburykidsfest.com.au
Bendigo Bank Southern Art & Craft Trail
September 29 to October 14
The Southern Art & Craft Trail showcases the work of more than 250 artists and craft practitioners living and working in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The exhibitions are presented in a wide variety of venues such as galleries, studios, wineries, community halls, retail outlets and cafes & restaurants.
W: www.southernartcrafttrail.com.au
For more information about Western Australian, including events, visit www.westernaustralia.com.
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