Western Australia

Western Australia is an Australian state covering the country’s western third. Its capital and largest city is Perth.

Perth: Perth is the capital and largest city of Western Australia, on the state’s southwest coast. The state’s government, population, and transport networks are concentrated in its capital.
Iron ore: Iron ore is a naturally occurring rock from which metallic iron can be extracted. Pilbara deposits make Western Australia one of the world’s leading iron ore exporters.
Swan River Colony: The Swan River Colony was a British settlement established in 1829 in what is now Western Australia. Its founding began the colonial administration that developed into the state.
Ningaloo Coast: The Ningaloo Coast is a World Heritage-listed stretch of coastline in Western Australia, known for its reef and marine life. Its nearshore reef is a celebrated example of the state’s natural heritage.
Kimberley: The Kimberley is a remote region in Western Australia’s far north, known for rugged landscapes and tropical climate. Its vast, sparsely populated landscapes contrast sharply with the state’s southwest.
Natural gas in Australia: Natural gas is produced in Australia for domestic use and export, including as liquefied natural gas. Offshore gas projects make the state a major supplier of liquefied natural gas.
John Forrest: John Forrest was a Western Australian explorer and politician who became the colony’s first premier. He led the colonial government during the transition toward responsible government and federation.
Shark Bay: Shark Bay is a World Heritage-listed marine region on Western Australia’s central coast, with seagrass beds and stromatolites. Its unusual ecosystems show the ecological diversity found along the state’s long coastline.
Pilbara: The Pilbara is a region of northwestern Western Australia known for iron ore deposits and ancient geological formations. Mining in this region is central to the state’s export economy.
Wheatbelt (Western Australia): The Wheatbelt is a broad agricultural region east of Perth, with extensive cereal farming. Its grain production illustrates the importance of agriculture beyond the mining regions.

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