Geraldton, Coastal administrative center in Western Australia
Description
Geraldton is a coastal city in Western Australia that stretches along the Indian Ocean shoreline. The city serves as the main center for the Mid West region and links several smaller communities along the coast and inland.
History
European sailors reached the area in the 17th century, but a permanent settlement emerged only in the 1850s. The colony grew with the construction of port facilities that enabled the export of wool and later minerals.
Culture
The name comes from Governor Charles Fitzgerald, whose middle name the settlers adopted. The town has carried this name since 1850, when British officials decided on the official founding.
Practical
The weather stays dry and sunny throughout the year, with summers that can become hot. Water and sun protection should be brought along for any outdoor activities.
Did you know?
The coastal waters offer strong winds that draw kitesurfers from across the country. Competitions take place regularly when conditions are favorable and participants can ride the windy waves.
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Museum of Geraldton
337 m
Freemasons Hotel
504 m
Anglican Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Geraldton
955 m
Point Moore Lighthouse
3.7 km
Dongara Uniting Church
61.8 km
HMAS Sydney II Memorial
338 m
Bill Sewell Community Recreation Complex
162 m
St John the Baptist Anglican Church
61.7 km
Gray's Store
23.6 km
Royal Steam Roller Flour Mill
61.3 km
Birdwood House, Geraldton
226 m
Pioneer Museum, Greenough
18.6 km
Moreton Terrace & Point Leander Drive Fig Trees
62 km
Dongara Schoolmaster's House
61.7 km
Geraldton Court House
271 m
Dongara Police Station, Courthouse & Gaol
61.9 km
Dongara Post Office & Quarters
61.8 km
Geraldton Regional Library
374 m
St John's Uniting Church
935 m
Geraldton Town Hall
475 m
Nazareth House
4.6 km
Geraldton Primary School
1.1 km
Geraldton Lighthouse Tower & Quarters
3 km
Walkaway Railway Station Museum
26.1 km
Church of Our Lady in Ara Coeli
46.8 km
Dr Bartlett's Residence (former) & Surrounds
61.8 km
Dongara Memorial Park
62 km
Convent of the Sacred Heart
46.7 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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