Author Description

Simple terms are used to descibe the social, economic and political structures of Western Australia. Topics covered which examine the character and individual features include climate, geography, aboriginal history; early explorers of Western Australia and early European settlement. Gold rushes and early mineral discoveries is also covered. Perth, regional cities and towns, population, architecture, agriculture, industry and commerce, tourism and tourist attractions, sport and recreation, holidays and festivals, emblems, early government, early landmark dates, the present system of government, arts and science and famous Western Australians complete the list. Interesting facts relating to each topic are provided in a Fact File Box.