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A guide to what's happening in the Midwest this wildflower season!

Wildflower season has begun in the Midwest! With such consistent rains, we are anticipating it will be great season, with a variety of flowers already on display.

Prestigious national exhibition opens at GRAG

Australia’s most prestigious fine art prize is making its way to the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) next month and features works from the nation’s leading portrait artists.

Bollards receive fresh new look

Surfers catching a wave, seagulls pinching chips and a couple walking up to the Point Moore Lighthouse are just some of the new designs to feature on bollards in the Geraldton CBD.

Calendar puts ‘Midwest Life’ in focus

‘Midwest Life’ is the theme of next year’s Visit Geraldton Calendar and those who purchase a copy will see images of windsurfing, farming, marine mammals plus a whole lot more.

Ellendale Pool reopens

The City of Greater Geraldton wishes to advise that Ellendale Pool Campsite in Walkaway has reopened to the public following the reinstatement of water supply to ablution blocks.

Transformation and change showcased at GRAG

There Were Moments of Transformation is a stunning exhibition of 40 works from the Art Gallery of Western Australia’s State Art Collection that opens this Friday night at Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG).

Altered operating hours for public holiday

The City of Greater Geraldton wishes to advise that the following facilities will have altered operating hours this Monday 26 April 2021 due to the ANZAC Day public holiday.

Your guide to the Coral Coast in the wake of Cyclone Seroja

Planning an adventure north but aren’t sure what you can see and do in the wake of Cyclone Seroja?

Take a leaf out of the Autumn School Holiday Program

Rake up some great boredom busting ideas for the kids by grabbing the Autumn School Holiday Program.

Revolve Skate Series set to roll into town

Skaters of all ages are set to descend upon Eighth Street when the inaugural Revolve Skate Series takes off at Wonthella Skate Park this month.

Geraldton in the running for Top Town

Geraldton is one-step closer to claiming the top holiday spot in the state after being named a finalist in the 2021 GWN7 Top Tourism Town Awards just this week.

GRAG celebrates new exhibitions

Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) is the place to be this Friday night, with two new exhibitions launching for the public to feast their eyes on.

Calendar focuses on ‘Midwest Life’

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.

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