Perth

Perth - Living in Perth

Some facts about Perth
Perth is the capital of the largest state in Australia - Western Australia. It is located on the south-west edge of the Australian continent with the Indian Ocean lapping up its shores. Perth is situated on the banks of the Swan river and is renowned for its casual lifestyle with a cosmopolitan charm.
The Perth CBD is only 5km for the UWA campus. Perth is also renowned for its shopping and wide range of entertainment venues. To the west of Perth at the mouth of Swan river is the harbour city - Fremantle. Its streets are lined with cafes and it has an old world charm to it. Both cities are centres for the arts and have a thriving social scene. Perth is also a multicultural city which is home to many cultures and traditions which co-exist peacefully in a state of harmony.

Perth facts in brief

• Perth is the capital of Western Australia - the largest Australian state
• Perth is located at the South-western fringe of the state
• Perth is home to a population of 1.4 million
• Perth follows a democratic Westminster model
• The time zone for Perth is GMT + 8 hours
• The city allows for complete freedom of worship
• The official language is English

Climate in Perth
Perth's Mediterranean climate is perfect for the outdoors with activities such as sailing and surfing being popular. Other activities include bicycle rides and picnics by the river.