Things to do in "Albany" Western Australia
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TravellingWa have put together a selection of the most popular things to do around this great state that covers 2.5million kms square. we will be adding more activities as we go along. If you would like to send us anything that you believe should be on TravellingWa please email us.
Albany is off the South Coast of Western Australia, and is four and a half hours south of Perth
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Albany Farmers Market
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| The establishment of the market on a weekly basis provides producers with a direct outlet for the product and the customer has the choice of fresh, local, seasonal product. This has brought about immense benefits for the producer and customer. No longer is product trucked great distances at great expense, as well as incurring environmental pollution and packaging expenses. Product does not have to have to be picked early to ensure an extended shelf life. For example, tomatoes and strawberries are left longer to "vine-ripen" and are picked and sold at their peak of condition to the consumer. This applies to all product in the market and this has been a key factor in the enthusiasm that the community has embraced the market. |
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Whale World Albany
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| Visit Whale World and take an interactive journey through the site of the last operating whaling station in Australia, supported by a series of audio visual displays, artefacts and whaling history. With the help of an professional guide, begin to explore over 20 different exhibits including ‘Giants of the Sea’, the jaw dropping skeleton display. Then prepare to be immersed in three state of the art technological theatres, including the world’s first 3D animated film on whales 'Giants Exist', and climb aboard the Cheynes IV whale chaser to experience a whale chase through audio re-enactment. |
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Middleton Beach Albany
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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. Fishing is popular from the jetty and it’s also a great place to watch the sunset into the ocean. Middleton Beach has picnic and barbecue facilities, as well as playground equipment. Take the scenic route to Middleton Beach along Marine Drive from Albany. |
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The Brig Amity Albany
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| The Amity sailed from Sydney on 9th November 1826, carrying a party under the command of Major Edmund Lockyer, who had orders to form a settlement at King George Sound. After a difficult voyage, the first half battling through heavy weather in Bass Strait and the second enduring the summer heat of the westward run, the brig reached Princess Royal Harbour on Christmas Day. The Amity was later sold back into private ownership, in 1831, the Amity was operated in Tasmania until, in June 1845, she was wrecked in Bass Strait on an uncharted sandbank. The project to build a replica of the brig Amity commenced in 1972. After much discussion and research, construction started in 1975, with local boat builder Mr Stan Austin as project supervisor and Mr Pieter van de Brugge as leading shipwright. Other local craftsmen joined the team, with the aim of making the replica the focal point of celebratins of the 150th anniversary of the brig's arrival. When you visit this full-size replica, try to imagine more than 50 men, together with stores, sheep and pigs, sharing this small vessel in a difficult journey taking over six weeks. |
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Princess Royal Fortress Albany
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| The Princess Royal Fortress 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. Explore the impressive restored 1893 fortress on foot. Discover how the soldiers kept the enemy out of the port and the types of artillery used. Visit the commanding officers house for breathtaking views across the bays and all the way up to the Porongurup Ranges. Be amazed by the anti-submarine weapon system and the torpedoes used by Australian submarines. Visit the kitchen site, quarter masters, officer’s residence and married quarters to imagine how the soldiers would have lived. The history buff will be in heaven with the impressive museums on offer at the fortress, including HMAS Perth Interpretive Centre, Australian Light Horses Museum and the Australian War Memorial Gallery.
The Military Institute Tea Rooms will provide a welcomed bite to eat and an opportunity to absorb all that you have seen. |
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HMS Perth Albany
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| For the diving enthusiast a trip to King George Sound to explore the HMAS Perth is a must. Laid to rest off the coast of Albany in 2001, the shipwreck is already home to many species of fish and marine life. Recreational divers can follow the interpretive trail around the 133 metre long artificial dive reef to discover more about the ship’s historic past. See where the ship came under fire during the Vietnam War with remnant shellfire still visible. Plaques have been placed near habitats of plant and marine life so you can learn about the fascinating eco-system that has developed since the ship’s sinking. Divers will be provided with a map of the wreck and a suggested path to follow. However, it is up to you how you choose to investigate the HMAS Perth. Swimmers and snorkelers are also able to explore the wreck from the surface.
King George Sound is often visited by the Humpback whales during their migration, so keep an eye out while diving, or snorkeling, for these fascinating mammals.
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