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Local photographers are being encouraged to get snapping for their chance to feature in the Geraldton Visitor Centre’s 2022 calendar!

Artists to refresh bollards with Midwest Life

Geraldton’s vibrant bollards are due for some fresh new artwork and the City of Greater Geraldton is calling local artists to submit designs inspired by ‘Midwest Life’.

‘We’re All Part of the Story’ this Australia Day

‘We’re All Part of the Story’ is the theme for this year’s Australia Day event, which is set to take place at Stow Gardens on the Geraldton Foreshore this month.

Local dogs to feature in Lightbox Gallery

Dogs of all shapes, sizes and colours will be roaming the Post Office Lane Lightbox Gallery as William Upchurch’s exhibition ‘Dogs of our Foreshore’ takes over.

GRAG welcomes multiple exhibitions

Acclaimed Australian artist, writer and filmmaker Shaun Tan will have his paintings, drawings and sketches on the walls of the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) for all to see this Friday night.

RAC Intellibus® to call Geraldton “home” for a little longer

Those who are yet to have experienced the RAC Intellibus® will be pleased to know that the driverless technology experience is expanding in Geraldton until early December!

New itineraries spark wanderlust

Exploring the region has never been easier thanks to the creation of grab and go visitor itineraries that are now available to collect at the Geraldton Visitor Centre!

Just add water

With a beautiful Mediterranean climate, the sun shines almost all the time in Geraldton. In winter the temperature averages around 20 degrees and in summer 33 degrees. Whether it is water sports, a spot of fishing, saying hello to our friendly sea lions or just to relax - our beaches are world-class.

History buff musts

Geraldton is brimming with history, just walk around the CBD and you can see it for yourself.

Island hopping fun

Located 60km off the Geraldton coast, the Houtman Abrolhos Islands comprise of an archipelago of 122 coral islands with crystal blue waters and an adundance of sea life.

Terrific walk trails

Walk trails are such a fantastic way to explore your surrounds. Check out some of the best on offer locally.

Wild about wildflowers

The Coral Coast region is renowned for carpets of Everlastings, delicate Orchids and unique flowers such as the Wreath Leschenaultia. Our wildflower towns also brim with charm and history.

Half day outings

Geraldton has so many places of interest to offer visitors. Don't miss a thing with this handy half day outings information!

Top 10 musts

Add these top 10 "musts" to your Geraldton bucket list!

Divine drive trails

Drive trails are such an immersive way for the whole family to explore the region's surrounds. Be sure to take on some of these stella drive trails.

Family fun seekers

Geraldton is a popular destination for families, and it's no wonder why with the countless things to see and do!

Day tripping travels

Our neighbours have so much on offer! Makr the most of your trip to the region and see what else you can discover.

Midwest Wildflower Report

The wildflowers are putting on their seasonal show. Information centres in our regional towns are now open and the best place to get local information on flowers. A lot of our flowers are quite delicate, so we suggest (where safe) pull over and have a walk through the area.

Spring School Holiday Program blossoms

Looking for ways to keep the kids happy this break? The Spring School Holiday Program is overflowing with ideas that will keep kids of all ages entertained.

GRAG reopens with contrasting exhibitions

This Friday Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) will throw open its’ doors to celebrate the opening of two new and contrasting exhibitions.

Geraldton selected to host WA Regional Tourism Conference

Tourism in Geraldton will be in the spotlight in May next year as it was announced as the host destination of the 2021 WA Regional Tourism Conference.

GRAG launches digital exhibition

Geraldton Regional Art Gallery’s (GRAG) latest exhibition ‘How Did I Get Here?’ has taken on a different form, allowing viewers to see the installation from their device.

Water sports make splash in high energy videos

West Australians will get an insight into the state’s best places to windsurf and kitesurf following the release of two high-energy videos.

School Holiday Program returns this winter

Keeping busy during this winter break just got a whole lot easier with the release of the City of Greater Geraldton’s Winter School Holiday Program.

Kalbarri Skywalk is open

The breathtaking Kalbarri Skywalk in Kalbarri National Park is now open and ready to become a major tourism drawcard for the region, providing visitors with a stunning vista of the Park’s gorges, rust-red cliffs, flowing waterways, and bushland from high above.

Visitor Centre co-location to create synergies

Greater efficiencies and synergies will be created as part of the Geraldton Visitor Centre Services co-location with the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery.

‘Adventure Awaits’ in newest tourism campaign

Encouraging West Australians to holiday in the Midwest is the aim of Visit Geraldton’s newest tourism marketing campaign.

Local eateries open for business

A variety of businesses have adjusted their service offerings to provide delivery or takeaway options during this time. Talk about ease and convenience!

WoW Fest Announcement

WoW Fest expands with Perth Symphony Orchestra

Perth Symphony Orchestra (PSO) aren’t your usual orchestra. They play everything from Mozart to Metallica and Britney Spears to Beethoven. They get people jumping, crowds singing and are set to do the same at this year’s WoW Fest.

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