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Celebrations galore this Sunday for Australia Day

Grab your pluggers, hat and sunnies and head to the Geraldton Foreshore this Sunday for another cracking celebration of our nation’s birthday.

Soulcircle alight in Rocks Laneway

Local artist Lynda Howitt has a unique appreciation for the ocean that members of the public will be able to see when her artwork splashes into Rocks Laneway later this month.

Australian Geographic experience the Abrolhos Islands

Read all about the Houtman Abrolhos Islands in the latest edition of Australian Geographic.

CBD turns into Christmas wonderland

December is officially here and that can only mean two things – Christmas is near and so is Geraldton’s biggest festive season event!

Hilltop Hoods, Middle Kids, Montaigne and Adrian Eagle to perform at WoW Fest 2020

They’re multiple ARIA award winners, they have half a billion global streams, they’ve racked up multiplatinum sales… and they’re coming to Geraldton.

Road trip ideas around Geraldton

Craving an adventure this weekend? Geraldton is based in the middle of the Midwest meaning some beautiful destinations are a short car trip away.

5 best things you’ll enjoy at The Jaffle Shack!

It’s one of Geraldton’s most popular spots! You’ll often hear people visiting our city mention they’ve been to the “Shack on the Foreshore” and it’s no wonder because there’s lots to love.

Battle of the Bands set to bring the beats

Keen for a big dose of local music live and loud? Battle of the Bands is back on Sunday 27 October and its set to be the best one yet!

Spring into the School Holiday Program

Spring into the holidays with another jam-packed school holiday program that is sure to keep the kids happy!

Award-winning sculpture to call Beresford home

Those enjoying the new and improved Beresford Foreshore will have even more to appreciate following the installation of an award-winning sculpture.

Midwest Wildflower Report

Welcome to our 2019 Wildflower Report.

Explore the Islands aboard Abrolhos Adventures

Imagine crystal clear waters, sea life galore and stretches of white sandy beach all to yourself. There’s all that and more at the Abrolhos Islands, and Abrolhos Adventures have a variety of tours that will allow you to experience, unwind and appreciate during your visit.

Experience the outback at Oakabella

For those after for a dose of outback and adventure they needn’t look further than Oakabella Homestead and Tea Rooms. Nestled between Geraldton and Northampton, the historical spot has stunning landscapes and a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to stay forever.

Upcoming events September

The sun is shining and the flowers are blooming, making it a great time to get out and about in Geraldton. There’s also a variety of events taking place that are sure to entertain you this month.

Geraldton to star in theatre production

If you’re passionate about Geraldton and the arts, then you’ll want to catch the City of Greater Geraldton’s theatre production Coast which premieres at the Queens Park Theatre next month.

Mullewa blooming with events this weekend

Mullewa will be alive with celebrations this weekend as the Agriculture Show and Outback Bloom Wildflower Festival returns for another stellar year.

Tourism leader to deliver packaging workshop in Geraldton

Tourism Western Australia’s Deputy Chair Manny Papadoulis will head to Geraldton next week to deliver a product packaging workshop designed to assist tourism operators in the region.

Geraldton aims for top tourism town

Tourism in Geraldton continues to soar after being named a finalist in the 2019 GWN7 Top Tourism Town Awards.

Digital art takes over GRAG

Digital art will be centrepiece at the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) this month as the National Photographic Portrait Prize and Arlo Mountford’s Deep Revolt launches.

City sets sights on #1 holiday destination in WA

Those living in Perth and around the state will soon have Geraldton top of mind thanks to a new tourism campaign that encourages visitors to come stay and play.

Big Sky Readers & Writers Festival returns next week

Lovers of literature are in for a treat next week as the Big Sky Readers & Writers Festival descends and brings some much-loved authors to Geraldton.

Photographers encouraged to make their mark in calendar

Amateur and established photographers will have the opportunity to feature their images of the region in a new calendar coordinated by the Geraldton Visitor Centre.

Health and wellness

Geraldton is home to beautiful day spas, a thriving yogi community and parks that will leave you rejuvenated and relaxed during your stay.

Dog friendly holiday ideas

It’s always hard saying goodbye to your beloved pooch before taking off on a holiday, but if you’re planning a trip to Geraldton you won’t need to because it’s a dog-friendly city!

Iluka bring resourceful sand sculptor to WoW

Sand sculpting legend Tim Darby will return to Geraldton this weekend for the Wind on Water Festival (WoW Fest) and is set to recreate one of the region’s icons out of a mound of sand.

Community to make fantastic plastic creation

As if there wasn’t enough art elements happening at the Wind on Water Festival (WoW Fest) already, another initiative has just been announced and it’s got a unique recycling spin to it.

Mates guide to WoW Fest

Planning on heading to WoW Fest with your mates or a special someone? If so, be sure to refer to this guide which includes music, entertainment and loads more.

Fools Fest launches big entertainment calendar

Entertainment is alive and well in Geraldton this month with the first event on the entertainment calendar kicking off this weekend on the Geraldton Foreshore.

Chinese photographers showcase Coral Coast in exhibition

You haven’t seen the Coral Coast captured like this before!

Kinetic creation celebrates Festival elements

Heads will turn as a giant kinetic sculpture in the form of a colourful lionfish joins the program for this year’s Wind on Water Festival.

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