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  Albany, Australia - LoveToKnow 1911
ALBANY, a municipal town in the county of Plantagenet, West Australia, on Princess Royal Harbour, a branch of King George Sound, 352 m.
Albany has several flourishing industries, of which the chief are brewing, coach-building, printing and tanning.
King George Sound, of which Albany is the township, was first occupied in 1826 and a penal settlement was established.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Albany%2C_Australia   (210 words)

  
 Albany - Albany WA - Albany Accommodation - Albany Western Australia | WestAccom.net | Western Australia Accommodation ...
The main industries of Albany Western Australia consist of tourism, fishing and agriculture, although before the 1950s whaling was one of the major sources of income and employment for the population.
Albany's climate is temperate with an average temperature in summer of 22.4 degree's Celsius and an average winter temperature of 17.9 degree's Celsius.
The brig was purchased by the Ralston family of Scotland in 1823 as transport for the purpose of migrating to Australia.
www.westaccom.net /albany.html   (853 words)

  
  Albany, Western Australia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Albany is a city of approximately 30,000 people on the south coast of Western Australia, 400 kilometres southeast of Perth.
Albany was the port chosen for the ANZAC fleet to gather prior to its departure for Europe in 1914; a memorial to this has been established on top of Mount Clarence.
The main industries of Albany consist of tourism, fishing and agriculture, although before the 1950s whaling was one of the major sources of income and employment for the population.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Albany,_Australia   (475 words)

  
 ALBANY - WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Great Southern Region - Tourist Resource Centre
Albany's climate is temperate with an average temperature in summer of 22.4 degree's Celsius and an average winter temperature of 17.9 degree's Celsius.
The brig was purchased by the Ralston family of Scotland in 1823 as transport for the purpose of migrating to Australia.
Albany was a coaling Port, prior to the establishment of the the Fremantle Harbour Port, servicing mail steamers on their United Kingdom route.
www.jrc.net.au /albanytb   (601 words)

  
 Princess Cruises : Ports of Call : Albany, Australia
Originally a penal colony, it was renamed Albany in honor of the Duke of York and Albany in 1832 with the first European settlement.
This former Military Institute was Australia's first federal fortress, protecting the port from enemy attack.
Australia's last commercial whaling station is today a museum devoted to whales and whaling.
www.princess.com /ports/ALH_Z.html   (170 words)

  
 Albany, Australia hotel close to Middleton Beach - Comfort Inn, AU465
191 Albany Highway, Albany, WA, AU, 6330
This Albany hotel is minutes from popular attractions, like King George Sound, the Princess Royal Harbour, the Albany Residency Museum, Middleton Beach, Two Peoples Bay national park and Dog Rock, a large granite rock in the shape of a dog's head.
Albany is the oldest town on the west coast.
www.choicehotels.com /ires/en-US/html/HotelInfo?hotel=AU465&sid=FNTVM.qqp8Mg6PU.3   (387 words)

  
 Albany Accommodation & Tourism Directory | Albany WA | Albany - Western Australia| For all your accommodations, ...
One of Albany's old Whaling stations has now become one of the biggest tourist attractions for the area.
Albany is also home to great attractions like Whale World, Mount Clarence, The famous Windfarm, Middleton Beach, Emu Point and of course the stunning King George Harbour.
In the summer months those who wish to visit the north of Western Australia be aware the the seasonal rains of the north can close these roads in a very short time.
www.myalbany.net   (853 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - Search Results - Albany (Oregon)
Albany (city, Oregon), city in western Oregon, seat of Linn County, at the junction of the Willamette and Calapooya rivers.
The college was founded in 1867 as Albany Collegiate Institute by...
Albany (city, New York), city in eastern New York, capital of the state, and seat of Albany County, on the high west bank of the Hudson River.
encarta.msn.com /Albany_(Oregon).html   (122 words)

  
 Albany GateWAy - Albany WA Western Australia GateWAy Home of the First and Best Community Business and Tourism Web ...
Albany GateWAy is the locally owned web portal for the businesses and community of the "Great Southern", on the south coast of Western Australia.
Albany is the GateWAy to the Great Southern region of WA.
is free for residents of Albany and the region.
www.albanygateway.com.au   (232 words)

  
 astro.iinet.net.au - Albany Western Australia - November 2001   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The City of Albany, located on the south coast of Western Australia, was officially named by Governor Stirling at the beginning of 1832.
It is named after Frederick, the Duke of Albany and York, and the favourite son of King George III.
Albany was the site of the first settlement in W.A. when Major Edmund Lockier of the 57th Regiment, under instructions from the N.S.W. Govt.
www.nachohat.org /p/southwest_nov2001/albany.html   (346 words)

  
 Albany WA Events - What's On In Albany WA - ALBANY Western Australia - ALBANY WA Accommodation & Tourism Directory. ...
Albany WA Events - What's On In Albany WA - ALBANY Western Australia - ALBANY WA Accommodation and Tourism Directory.
The Albany Woodturners Group present "Woodcraft Of The Southern Forest".
This Re-Enactment Regularity Event provides many motor sports enthusiasts an opportunity to participate, or be a spectator and be involved in a wonderful weekend of motor sports.
www.myalbany.net /albany_events.html   (607 words)

  
 ALBANY, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, ALBANY BEACHES, HISTORIC BUILDINGS IN ALBANY, THINGS TO DO IN ALBANY, PLACES OF INTEREST IN ...
Albany is the oldest European settlement in Western Australia and was a major whaling station, and coal shipping port.
To the north of the town, are the Albany Botanic Gardens, as well as Dog Rock which is a rock in the shape of a dogs head (surprisingly enough).
From Albany one great tour which you should go on is whale watching, where you get to see the Southern Right Whales during their migration between July and September.
www.australianexplorer.com /albany.htm   (534 words)

  
 Free Reformed Church of Albany
The Free Reformed Church of Albany has a membership of 420 people and was instituted 14 December 1952.
The Free Reformed Church of West Albany has a membership of 396 people and was instituted 7 August 1994.
Praise and thanks be to God alone who works in the hearts of people the desire to serve Him, so that we may receive salvation through Jesus Christ and inherit eternal life and live to God's glory.
www.omninet.net.au /~frca   (133 words)

  
 Albany Western Australia - ALBANY WA - ALBANY WA Accommodation & Tourism Directory. For all your Albany ...
Albany Western Australia - ALBANY WA - ALBANY WA Accommodation and Tourism Directory.
Since that time, Albany WA has become a popular destination for a variety of visitors enjoying the fresh air, clean beaches, and fine views over the Southern Ocean, while still proving to be a thriving regional centre.
We have pristine beaches, superb yachting facilities, awesome wildflowers (in season), caves and inlets, beach and sea fishing, breathtaking dives, whale watching, great shopping, sumptuous restaurants and a cosmopolitan cappuccino strip, magnificent art galleries, delightful wineries, world-class golfing, lovely lagoons and of course excellent accommodation.
www.myalbany.net /albany.html   (860 words)

  
 - Albany Accommodation Book Online Albany WA, Albany Visitor Centre, Albany Western Australia, Albany Accommodation, ...
City streets are a buzz with shopping, great food and festivities and tourist attractions have their doors wide open welcoming visitors into the historic heart of the city, the rustic charm of the rural outskirts, and the pristine nature of the national parks.
Taste Great Southern Festival brings visitors to the beautiful coast and rural surrounds of Albany to meet chefs, food authors and local artists and is a celebration of the quality regional produce.
It is also a great time to pull on your boots for a walk along one of Albany’s many walk trails, a kayak up the Kalgan River, a shop in the boutiques and gift stores or a tour around the significant historic attractions.
www.albanytourist.com.au   (525 words)

  
 Albany GateWAy - Town\Albany\accommodation2
The Metro Inn Albany is situated in a quiet location just a casual stroll from the city centre and offers accommodation to suit all tastes.
With luxurious Victorian interior and sweeping views of Albany’s stunning Princess Royal Harbour, The Rocks, Albany is the ultimate getaway for the traveller who expects impeccable service and surrounds.
Albany's 'home away from home' is an ideal location for those days of exploring the southern wonders the region has to offer, as well as enjoying the very comfortable accommodation in a relaxed environment.
www.albanygateway.com.au /Town/Albany/Accommodation   (2427 words)

  
 Welcome to Western Australia - Tourism Western Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Welcome to the official tourism website for Western Australia, where you’ll find everything you need to know about planning your holiday in our State – from our unique holiday experiences and world-class events, to travel suggestions, competitions, holiday specials and much more.
In Western Australia you can dive with the world’s largest fish - the whale shark, walk amongst the tree tops of ancient trees, sleep under a canopy of stars in the desert, or explore the gorges and wilderness areas.
The spectacular wildflowers that scatter across Western Australia’s vast landscape, means spring is fondly referred to as our “snow season”.
www.westernaustralia.net /discover/gtsouth/albany.shtml   (269 words)

  
 UWA Press - Richard Spencer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Albany was a shanty town when the ship bearing Richard and Ann Spencer and their nine children, soon to be ten, anchored in Princess Royal Harbour in 1833.
Gwen Chessell’s interest in Richard Spencer was sparked during a visit to Albany, when she discovered that he and his wife had lived for some years in her then home town of Lyme Regis on the south coast of England.
She now visits Australia frequently, researches and writes about the nineteenth century, and has recently moved back to Scotland.
www.uwapress.uwa.edu.au /titles/index/richard_spencer   (331 words)

  
 Demetrius at The Australian National University: Item 1885/179   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The building with the clock tower surmounted by a cupola is the Albany Town Hall on York Street.
A copy of this photograph owned by the Albany Historical Society was published on page 232: Garden, D.S..
Albany: a panorama of the Sound from 1827.
hdl.handle.net /1885/179   (342 words)

  
 RealTravel - Albany
By: Roseann, a female, on a trip to: Albany, Australia
By: heath4mike, traveling as a couple in their 20s, on a trip to: Albany, Australia
By: 2live2travel, traveling as a couple in their 40s, on a trip to: Albany, Australia
realtravel.com /albany-australia-reviews-hotels-d39647.html   (150 words)

  
 USS Kinkaid visits Albany, Adalaide Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The destroyer first visited Albany, Australia, Nov. 18-21, then sailed across the Australian Bight for a Nov. 24-27 visit to Adelaide.
Crewmembers in Albany took advantage of several tours, including a four-wheeling adventure through the mountains that covered much countryside, a wine tour through countryside vineyards, and a kangaroo sighting expedition.
Based out of Brisbane, Australia, Kinkaid worked for Gen. Douglas MacArthur and supported numerous landings and engineered the defeat of the Japanese fleet at the battle of Leyte Gulf.
www.c7f.navy.mil /news3/7frel769.htm   (515 words)

  
 The City of Albany   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The City of Albany spends around $20m per annum on goods and services.
As one of Albany's largest organisations, we are aware of the economic benefits of having local businesses participate in our expenditure program.
The City of Albany Buy Local Policy focuses on providing a price preference to competitive local business and is based upon the underlying concept of value for money principles.
www.albany.wa.gov.au /albany/public_notice/public_notice.html   (275 words)

  
 Albany, Western Australia : Your Window to Western Australia™   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The city is located on the site of the first every settlement in Western Australia and is settled upon Princess Royal Harbour in the King George Sound, one of six of the world's largest natural harbours in terms of size, depth and shelter.
Albany is the most southerly city in the state.
Albany was declared as a military outpost by the British on January 21, 1827 and was firstly suggested to be named Fredericks Town but the name of Albany was officially proclaimed in 1832.
www.west-oz.com /Regions/Greatsouthern/Albany/albany.asp   (630 words)

  
 Albany GateWAy - Town\Albany
Albany is an exquisite coastal city of 30,000 people, located 409 km's South East of Perth in Western Australia.
Albany is special, and we love the place.
The ALBANY page is here to help share our experience with you, and provide you with the information you may need to make the most of your time with us, either as a local or visitor to the region.
www.albanygateway.com.au /town/albany   (665 words)

  
 Albany, Western Australia - Education - Information - Educational Resources - Encyclopedia - Music
Albany is a city of approximately 30,000 people on the south coast of Western Australia.
Until the construction of Fremantle Port in 1897, Albany was also home to the only deepwater port in Western Australia, Princess Royal Harbour, which is the largest natural harbour in Western Australia and also on the entire south coast of the Australian mainland, outside of Melbourne.
Albany also has a number of historic tourist sites including the museum, forts and Patrick Taylors Cottage.
www.music.us /education/A/Albany,-Western-Australia.htm   (525 words)

  
 Down Under Motorcycle Tours Perth & Albany, Western Australia
The admission charge includes 30 minute guided tours of the old whaling station on the hour, and you can view the controversial history of whaling on the West Coast playing continuously on the big video screen in the John Bell Theatrette.
Albany's old convict gaol (or jail) was built in 1852 by convicts
Albany has some great cycle paths with fabulous views.
www.harleytours.ws /page5.html   (996 words)

  
 Australia websites   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Australia Hotels - Australian Hotels and Accommodation - We offer complete online hotel reservation and booking service for all the major destinations in Australia includes Hotels in Sydney, Melbourne & more.
Bunbury Accommodation Australia - The Admiral - Conveniently located near the town centre, The Admiral’s first class accommodation and food make it a popular choice for business travellers and holidaymakers alike to the south west region of Western Australia.
Earl Of Spencer - Albany Western Australia - The Earl of Spencer Historic Inn is one of the oldest taverns in Western Australia.
www.picturesofengland.com /worldlinks/Australia_Oceania/Australia2   (1135 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Albany, town, Australia, Australia & New Zealand (Australian And New Zealand Political Geography) - ...
AllRefer.com - Albany, town, Australia, Australia & New Zealand (Australian And New Zealand Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
Albany, town, Australia, Australian And New Zealand Political Geography
Founded in 1826 as a penal colony, Albany is the oldest settlement in the state of Western Australia.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/A/AlbanyAus.html   (172 words)

  
 Book Albany Backpackers, Albany, Australia: Book Now!
Tourist Bureau) (100m from main st), Albany, Western Australia, 6330, Australia - map - directions
Rated as having one of the best atmospheres in Western Australia we strive to make our guests feel welcome and at home.
Lonely Planet wrote '...Albany Backpackers probably has the best atmosphere of any hostel in Western Australia...' We offer free freshly made cakes every day to our guests and freshly brewed coffee, free beer everyday, free internet time, free breakfast.
www.hostelbookers.com /hostels/australia/albany/3004   (201 words)

  
 ALBANY WA - WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Tourism Gateway & Portal to the Great Southern Region
ALBANY WA - WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Tourism Gateway & Portal to the Great Southern Region
online and serving Albany and surrounding districts since 1995)
The Great Southern Region - Albany Western Australia
albany.jrc.net.au   (141 words)

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