Western Australia

Western Australia encompasses one-third of the Australian continent, stretching from tropical northern regions to temperate southern coastlines across 2.5 million square kilometers.

The state received formal recognition in 1829 when British settlers established the Swan River Colony, which later expanded through pastoral settlements and gold discoveries.

Aboriginal communities maintain connections to their ancestral lands through art centers, cultural programs, and land management practices across the state's diverse regions.

Perth International Airport serves as the main gateway, connecting Western Australia to global destinations through regular flights from Asia, Europe, and other continents.

The state contains the Argyle mine, which produced 90 percent of the world's pink diamonds until its closure in 2020.

Location: Australia

Inception: January 1, 1901

Capital city: Perth

Elevation above the sea: 536 m

Shares border with: South Australia, Northern Territory

Address: Western Australia, Australia

Website: https://wa.gov.au

GPS coordinates: -26.00000,121.00000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:52