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| Drift |
In this latest news, product and event update from Tourism Western Australia, see a sneak peek of Sam Worthington in Drift, read about the latest MOMA exhibition that's exclusive to Perth, summer specials at Ningaloo, Perth's Twilight Hawkers Markets and Broome's tropical summer.
World Movie Exclusive - Drift
Hollywood heartthrob and WA boy - Sam Worthington - showcases the iconic surf and spectacular surrounds of WA's Margaret River region in the soon to be released feature film Drift. Get a sneak peak of Sam tackling some huge waves in Drift's first trailer here.
W: http://au.movies.yahoo.com/on-show/article/-/15640019/world-exclusive-drift-trailer-and-synopsis/
International Sporting Stars Head to Perth
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| Hyundai Hopman Cup |
World No.1 Novak Djokovic, Venus Williams, Ana Ivanovic, and Jo Wilfred Tsonga are just some of the big names in tennis heading to Perth for the Hyundai Hopman Cup, the official mixed teams competition of the International Tennis Federation on from December 29 to January 5, 2013 at the Perth Arena.
Then, Olympic gold and silver medallists will make a splash at the inaugural BHP Billiton Aquatic Super Series from January 18 to 20. See Chinese swimming sensation Yi Shiwen, Australia's Alicia Coutts and James Magnussen, and many more at one of the world's richest swim meets. Two international water polo matches and a series of open water races will also be held www.aquaticsuperseries.com.au
Picturing New York: Photographs from MoMA
Photographs by some of the world's most legendary photographers will be on show at the Art Gallery of Western Australia. Exclusive to Perth - Picturing New York: Photographs from the Museum of Modern Art - opens on January 26, and documents more than a century of change in the 'city that never sleeps'. The Art Gallery of Western Australia has formed an exclusive partnership with MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art) presenting six world-class exhibitions over three years.
WA Shines in Travel Awards
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| Margaret River |
Margaret River in WA's south west was crowned the Best Town in Australia for the second consecutive year at the annual Australian Traveller Readers' Choice Awards. The Kimberley, in the far north west of the State, took out two gongs: Australia's Dream Destination and Best Adventure Holiday Destination. Perth, Australia's sunniest capital, also had a win, taking out fifth place in the Destinations on the Rise category as part of TripAdvisor's 2012 Travellers Choice survey. The list is based on increasing traveller interest and positive feedback about the destination's hotels, restaurants and things to do.
W: www.australiantraveller.com/
W: www.tripadvisor.com.au/TravelersChoice-DestinationsontheRise-cTop10-g1
W: www.tripadvisor.com.au/TravelersChoice-DestinationsontheRise-cTop10-g1
Gwoonwardu Mia Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre Wins Award
Gwoonwardu Mia Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre in Carnarvon, has taken out the Best in State and Award of Merit at the prestigious 2012 Design Institute of Australia (WA) Awards for their exhibition Burlganyja Wanggaya: Old People Talking - Listen, Learn and Respect. Over four years in the making, the exhibition is an interactive permanent exhibition that tells the stories of the five Aboriginal language groups of the Gascoyne region in their own words.
Chanel Opens in Perth's Luxury Shopping Precinct
French luxury label - Chanel - is the latest high end international retailer to open on Perth's fashionable King Street, in the west end of the city. Joining other luxury labels such as Louis Vuitton, Prada and Tiffany & Co, the company believes that King Street is the best looking luxury shopping strip in Australia. The new store offers all the pickings of a Chanel store in Paris, London or New York.
Kick Back with Courtyard Music
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| Courtyard Music at Fremantle Arts Centre |
Courtyard Music at Fremantle Arts Centre squeezes the best of a Fremantle summer into a Sunday afternoon. Relax at this free outdoor community event to some of the finest live music WA has to offer. Courtyard Music runs every Sunday afternoon from 2pm to 4pm until March. The series presents an extensive line up of established local acts, touring artists and young up-and-comings.
Movies in the vines at Cape Mentelle
Enjoy good food, wine, and a movie in the spectacular surrounds of Cape Mentelle winery in WA's Margaret River wine region. Cape Mentelle's outdoor movie program starts this Saturday December 22 and runs until Monday April 1, 2013. Picnic from 6pm in the winery's garden, or relax in the new wine bar and lounge, and feast on gourmet pizza, cheese and antipasto platters matched to wines.
Discover the Wilderness this Summer
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| Valley of the Giants. |
Reconnect with nature at the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk in Denmark. A summer holiday activity program will run from December 28 2012 to Friday January 18 2013, offering a range of fun nature based activities and tours for children and adults. Take a night time forest walk, see the sensational snakes display, go on a bug hunt, take a guided tour on or under the Tree Top Walk, or learn the art of traditional Noongar toolmaking.
Twilight Hawker Markets
Spice up your Friday nights at the summer series of the Twilight Hawkers Markets in Forrest Place, presented by the City of Perth. Savour flavours from around the world including Indonesian, Columbian, Turkish, Spanish, Moroccan and more. Coinciding with late night shopping in the city, the markets will open every Friday from 5pm to 9pm and run every Friday evening until April 26 2013, except for a short break over Christmas. In addition to the street style food, visitors can enjoy free live music and roving entertainment.
A taste of the South West on Rottnest
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| Rottnest Island |
A family favourite and much loved icon of WA's south west, the award winning Simmos icecream can now be enjoyed on Rottnest Island. Recently opening at the main Thompson Bay settlement, Simmos serves up handmade icecreams and sorbets using the freshest local produce. Rottnest Island is a short 30 minute ferry ride from the port city of Fremantle, or 45 minutes from Perth.
Afternoon Tea Delights at The Terrace
Gather the girls, don your finest afternoon dress and head to The Terrace Hotel, Perth's newest luxury boutique hotel, for a delightful afternoon of high tea. Held every Saturday from 1-4pm, the Dining Room is transformed into a decadent den of delectable treats and elegant sweets. Choose either the Temperance Package at $42 per person, which includes finger sandwiches, scones and sweets accompanied by a gourmet selection of Harney & Sons teas, or the Daisy Package at $58 per person, which includes a glass of NV Veuve Clicquot as well as the high tea fare carefully prepared by Executive Chef Shannon Wilson and his team.
Summer Specials at Ningaloo
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| Novotel Ningaloo Resort |
The luxurious Novotel Ningaloo Resort in Exmouth is offering a summer special from January 7 to March 28, 2013 - pay four nights and get the fifth night free in all room types. Summer is the perfect time for viewing the nesting turtles as well as swimming with the manta rays and snorkelling on World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef. By participating in a guided turtle interaction tour, you are actively helping to conserve marine turtles. Qantas and Skywest are offering special off season airfare rates starting from $129 from Perth. One ticket airfares through to Exmouth are also available for travellers departing from Australia's east coast capital cities.
New Tennis Facilities Served up for Rottnest
Tennis is going to be a hit this summer at Rottnest Island with access to new competition-level courts thanks to a major $300,000 program to replace and upgrade existing facilities at the holiday hotspot. All courts will be upgraded with plexipave, the same surface tennis greats play on in elite competitions. The courts will be ready for their debut game in January and will be resized to meet Australian standards, which means they can be used for official competitions.
Food & Fishing Safari with Celebrity Chef, Peter Evans
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| Peter Evans |
Join the star of My Kitchen Rules and best-selling cookbook author, Peter Evans, at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef for an exclusive Food & Fishing Safari. The five day safari combines an exclusive wilderness experience with excellent fishing, great food and a remote and beautiful coastal location. Guests will enjoy catching dinner with Peter Evans in WA's premier fishing destination, interactive hands-on fish cooking master classes, a dinner and cocktail party. In addition to the cooking, guests can enjoy a full program of fishing and wildlife activities, including snorkelling, kayaking and gorge walks.
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