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Choosing where to live in Perth is a huge decision, especially when the city is made up of 355 different suburbs! As an international student, it might take some time to figure out which suburb suits you best. You might be looking for somewhere close to your...
This port city has beautiful beaches, shady esplanades, a state-of-the-art skate park, unique retailers, local markets and a buzzing live music scene. Highlights As home to the University of Notre Dame, the West End of Fremantle has a distinctly student feel. The...
Business and culture collide in the bustling riverside city of Perth, where a mix of small bars, galleries, theatres, designer stores, restaurants, inner-city parks and shoppings strips vie for your attention. Highlights Lined with skyscrapers and heritage buildings,...
With tree-lined streets and character houses, these inner-city suburbs offer an eclectic blend of global eateries, live music, vintage boutiques, trendy coffee shops and a vibrant student culture. Highlights Northbridge is a cultural melting pot and home to Perth’s...
Just a quick drive or a trip on the ferry will take you to an incredible view of the city and some of the best international restaurants around. Highlights South Perth is just a short but beautiful ferry ride away from Elizabeth Quay. Don’t let the high-rise...
Seconds from the river and covered in parks, lakes, coffee shops, boutiques, bike routes, and bars, these student hubs are as beautiful as they are bustling. Highlights This cluster of suburbs is set in one of the most beautiful parts of Perth, with the Swan River on...
Relaxed, down-to-earth, and casual, Fremantle exists as the cooler neighbour of Perth. Get a coffee, a beer, or a delicious meal, in Perth’s port city, and relax and watch the world go by. HIGHLIGHTS Fremantle is known for its well-preserved heritage buildings,...
What was previously an edgy, gritty urban centre has been transformed in recent years, thanks to the addition to this neighbourhood of some quirky independent boutiques, slick bars, and cafes with baristas who take their work seriously. The shopping strips of...