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  Busselton, Western Australia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Busselton is a town in the South West region of Western Australia.
Busselton is located 220 km south west of Perth, the capital of Western Australia.
Busselton was one of the earliest settlements in Western Australia.
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 Busselton Western Australia
Busselton is the tourism hub in WA's "South West", an area that is home to the Margaret River wine region and major coal, alumina and mineral sands industries; a region that boasts around 8,000 businesses and a GDP of over $5 billion.
Busselton is well known for its jetty (the longest wooden jetty in the southern hemisphere) and its surrounding beach area.
Other Busselton landmarks and places of interest are the Old Courthouse and Jail complex in Queen Street, the historic Ballarat steam train at the town entrance, the Cape Naturaliste lighthouse, St Mary’s church, the Old Butter Factory, numerous craft centers and wineries and then the host of dazzling Busselton and Dunsborough beaches, coves and points.
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 Busselton - Tourism Western Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Busselton, judged Western Australia's top tourism town in 1995 and 1996, is still the State's premier seaside resort town.
Busselton makes an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding area, in particular, the Margaret River Wine Region, which extends westward from Busselton in the north to Augusta in the south.
In spring, the wildflowers in forests around Busselton are magnificent and varieties such as kangaroo paws, cats' paws, pink vine, acacias and donkey and spider orchids are in abundance.
www.westernaustralia.com /en/search/product.htm?ID=9005008   (460 words)

  
 Busselton, Western Australia - Travelmate
Voted top tourist town in WA in 1995 and 1996, Busselton is the gateway to the out-of-this-world South-West region of WA - one of the most attractive, interesting and diverse regions in the entire country.
Busselton, 228 kms south of Perth, sits at the centre of the deep indentation that is Geographe Bay and the Vasse River and it is a haven for surfers, sun lovers, fisherfolk, sailors and boaties.
Busselton Jetty - the longest timber jetty in the Southern Hemisphere with and Interpretive Centre.
www.travelmate.com.au /Places/Places.asp?TownId=262   (341 words)

  
 Busselton WA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Busselton Water supplies water from Wonnerup through to the Broadwater Resort whilst outside of these areas, including Dunsborough and Yallingup, the water is supplied by the Water Corporation.
The main banks in Western Australia (all of whom have offices in Busselton) are Bankwest, Commonwealth, National, ANZ and Westpac.
Busselton affords a wide range of opportunities for those who make Busselton their retirement destination: there are links on the navigation panel on the left hand side to Clubs and Recreation, Clubs, Volunteer Organisations, Support Groups and Places of Worship.
bubbler.net /busselton_western_australia/busselton_western_australia   (5472 words)

  
 Busselton Western Australia - Keith Palmer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Western Australia is Australia's largest state, comprising about one-third of Australia's land mass and occupying over 2.5 million square kilometres in area.
Other Busselton landmarks and places of interest are the Old Courthouse and Jail complex in Queen Street, the historic Ballarat steam train at the town entrance, the Cape Naturaliste lighthouse, St Mary?s church, the Old Butter Factory, numerous craft centres and wineries and then the host of dazzling Busselton and Dunsborough beaches, coves and points.
The Busselton and Dunsborough areas are also a popular retirement centre and the south west area is also now home to a substantial expat community from the USA, Canada, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana.
www.echievements.com /articles/2761   (1790 words)

  
 Busselton - Busselton WA - Busselton Accommodation - Busselton Western Australia | WestAccom.net | Western Australia ...
Busselton and its neighbouring towns have a population of approx 25,000 and Busselton is one of Australia's fastest growing cities.
Busselton is bordered by the Indian Ocean, Geographe Bay and the Vasse River and is one of the world's great places to live.
Busselton is a water lovers paradise, making water sports such as sailing, wind surfing, water skiing, fishing, boating, rowing, swimming, diving and snorkelling, surfing and jet skiing extremely popular.
www.westaccom.net /busselton.html   (628 words)

  
 Busselton - Western Australia - Australia - Travel - smh.com.au
The Busselton area was first settled by Europeans in 1832 after the early settlers at Augusta - the Bussells, Turners, Molloys, Chapmans and Laymans - decided to move north to the rich and fertile valley of the Vasse River.
One of the prettiest, and certainly the one with the most superb location, is St Marys Church of England which was built in 1844–45 and claims to be the oldest stone church in Western Australia.
The Mechanics' Institute in Western Australia elected to adopt the name of Frederick Aloysius Weld, Governor of Western Australia from 1869 to 1875, perhaps to distinguish itself from the Working Men's Association.
www.smh.com.au /news/Western-Australia/Busselton/2005/02/17/1108500208320.html   (2029 words)

  
 Western Australia Online
Busselton Western Australia is home to numerous top flight resort hotels and apartments but the Bunker Bay Resort is on a scale largely not seen in Western Australia previously.
Busselton Australia is on the south west coast of WA and is one of Western Australians favourite destinations.
The Busselton area is often referred to by Perth residents as "down south", being located 232km south of Perth, Busselton has a population of over 25,000 and is one of Australia's fastest growing centres with an average annual growth rate of 4.5%.
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 Busselton, Western Australia : Your Window to Western Australia™   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Busselton is under 3 hours drive from Perth along the South-Western Highway (Route 1).
Founded in 1832 as "Vasse" by settlers from Busselton, namely the "Bussel Family", the area was depicted as "a kind of paradise".
By 1835 people were starting to call settlement Busselton, after John Garrett Bussell who was the first European settler in the area and in the same year the official name was adopted.
busselton.west-oz.com   (542 words)

  
 Busselton Accommodation, Dunsborough Accommodation, Busselton Visitor Centre, Busselton Western Australia, Busselton ...
Busselton and Nannup will come alive as Australia´s best rally drivers show their skills around the tarmac Super Stage in Busselton and then out amongst the pine trees in Nannup.
The South West of Western Australia is a cycling sensory spa.
Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River have the best beaches in Western Australia according to a recent survey conducted with visitors to WA.
www.downsouth.com.au   (608 words)

  
 Busselton Southwest Western Australia.
Judged WA’s top tourism town in 1995 and 1996, Busselton is considered one of Western Australia’s ultimate family beachside destinations for holidays and relaxation.
Busselton is home to the famous Busselton Jetty and Underwater Observatory.
This unique tourist attraction is considered one of Western Australia’s key eco-tourism icons and a “must see” destination on any visit to the South West.
www.margaretriver-southwest.com /busselton.html   (425 words)

  
 Mandalay Holiday Resort and Tourist Park - Busselton Western Australia - WA
Geographe Bay is a 70 kilometre long sandy beach with a northerly aspect which means the water is mostly calm.
Busselton has new modern shopping centres and a variety of eating houses, restaurants, art and craft shops, museums, hotels and a 2 kilometre long wooden jetty.
The vineyards of Busselton and Margaret River, the surf beaches and rugged coastline, such as Yallingup and Cowaramup Bay, are all within an easy drive from Mandalay.
www.mandalayresort.com.au   (133 words)

  
 Geographe Bayview Resort, Busselton, Western Australia
Natural attractions include the tranquil shores of Geographe Bay, the rugged west coast, world famous surfing beaches and the Busselton Jetty and Underwater Observatory that reaches 2 kilometres into the Geographe Bay with it's unique marine life, a mecca for snorkellers and scuba divers.
One of the worlds most extensive cave systems covers a distance of 100 kilometres along the coast and there are countless walk trails from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin waiting to be explored.
The many galleries from Busselton to Augusta showcase the creative talents of numerous artists and craftspeople who reflect their affinity with nature in their trades of jewellery making, fabric artists, glass blowing, fine furniture and woodcraft using local timbers such as Jarrah, Sheoak, Blackboy and Banksia.
www.geographebayview.com.au /wineregion.html   (245 words)

  
 Whales strand at Busselton Western Australia :: ABC South West WA
When CALM received notice from the police that the whales had been sighted on the beach, their first task, says Neil was to establish how many whales were involved and their exact locations.
They would have to be brought down to the Busselton group and an attempt made to return the pod to sea in the morning.
Portable lights were brought in and the generator hum was added the to the sounds of sea and the murmer of onlookers as the volunteers and CALM staff settled in for a long night of tending to the stranded pilot whales.
www.abc.net.au /southwestwa/stories/s1337193.htm   (833 words)

  
 Busselton Western Australia
Busselton's History, in terms of European Settlement, is recent, having been established as a Settlement in the 1830s.
These early settlers developed a close Farming Community and through time the "Vasse,"as the area was known, became the Township of Busselton.
Busselton has a rich and varied Scenic Environment.
members.westnet.com.au /kinvarra/busselton.htm   (578 words)

  
 Search Results for busselton   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Western Australia, with landscaped gardens, set in natural bushland, close to the beach, restaurants, vineyards and town.
Health Studies group is a research group within the Department of Public Health at the University of Western Australia.
The Health Department of Western Australia was established by the Governor under Section 35 of the Public Sector Management Act 1994.
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 Abbey Beach Resort Busselton - Summer Vacations
Welcome to Western Australia's most exclusive holiday resort.
Abbey Beach Resort sits at the coastal gateway to the South West Region of Western Australia and is the perfect place to base yourself while visiting the South West.
You will enjoy a host of accommodation and hotel facilities along with all the other facilities you would expect from a resort of this stature.
www.abbeybeach.com.au   (225 words)

  
 Ironman WA Triathlon - Busselton, Western Australia
In November, the south west is hosting the newest Ironman race, the Ironman Western Australian Triathlon, in Busselton.
Get down to Busselton on race day (28 November 2004), or even a few days beforehand from 25 November when the Expo begins at the Ironman WA village in Barnard Park.
For further details, check out the official Ironman Western Australia website at www.ironmanwa.com, where you'll find out all you need to know about where, when, and how you can get involved.
www.southwestlife.com.au /outdoors1004.htm   (437 words)

  
 Busselton Accommodation, Western Australia : Your Window to Western Australia™   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Busselton Accommodation, Western Australia : Your Window to Western Australia™
Located on the beach-front at the middle of Geographe Bay, the 5 star Abbey Beach Resort has many facilites that help to ensure a very special holiday.
A selection of privately owned holiday homes in Busselton and Margaret River Wine Region suitable for couples, families and corporate travellers.
www.west-oz.com /Regions/Southwest/Busselton/Services/accommodation.asp   (252 words)

  
 Paradise Motor Inn Busselton Western Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Paradise Motor Inn is located in the centre of Busselton with quiet, comfortable surroundings.
Catering for a wide range of travelers, our warm hospitality, friendly staff and clean and comfortable rooms will ensure your stay with us will be pleasurable.
Directly across the road is the Tourist Bureau and the Trans WA bus stop, and we are happy to provide luggage transfers if required.
www.paradisemotorinn.com.au   (173 words)

  
 Busselton Western Australia : Travel & Tourism
For more information on Busselton Western Australia please visit — http://www.busseltononline.com and for other south west Western Australia information see — http://www.bunburyonline.com
Keith Palmer is the founder of the WA Online project - building information bridges for Western Australian communities.
Bunbury Western Australia tourism information, real estate & webcam.
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 Busselton, Western Australia - Reviews and Travel Information - TripAdvisor
Busselton: Geographe Bayview Resort: "Great family resort during summertime"
This unspoiled coastal town on Australia’s southwestern coast is an idyllic destination for a family vacation.
Reliving fond memories of a camping trip in Western Australia.
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 Information Resources WA Travel and Transportation Busselton Western Australia
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The town of Busselton is situated approximately 220kms south of Perth the Capital City of Western Australia, and is the most popular holiday destination in rural Western Australia.
Busselton has been awarded Top Tourism Town status in the state for both 1995 and 1996.
www.westaustraliaonline.com /Web_Directory_WA_Travel_and_Transportation_Busselton_Information_Resources.html   (168 words)

  
 Caravan Park Busselton, Western Australia - Caravan Park Dunsborough   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Peppermint Park Caravan Park Busselton is nestled within natural bushland but only a short 300 metre stroll to the white sands and crystal clear waters of Geographe Bay.
Situated on 20 acres of land the Caravan Park Busselton borders the Locke Nature Reserve which consists of 780 acres of original natural bushland and the Buayanup River.
Peppermint Park Eco Village is often referred to as a Caravan Park Dunsborough as we are situated mid-way between Busselton and Dunsborough in the South West of Western Australia.
www.positionmeonline.com /clients/caravan_park_busselton.html   (178 words)

  
 Broadwater Beach Resort Busselton : Busselton Western Australia
Broadwater Beach Resort Busselton is ideally located on the South West beautiful Geographe Bay, the resort is only a short drive from Busselton's bustling town center.
Be it business or leisure, Broadwater Beach resort Busselton has something to offer for everyone.
Broadwater Beach Resort Busselton is located near Busselton or Dunsborough Lakes golf courses.
www.holidaycity.com /broadwaterbeach-busselton   (129 words)

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