Welcome to Perth
Standing on the edge of the Indian Ocean, the Swan River running through its heart, surrounded by jaw dropping scenery and with a warm sunny climate, Perth is a chic modern city that strips away your inhibitions and gets you dancing to the relaxed rhythms of its beat.
Facts
| Population | 1.6 million |
| Currency | Australian Dollar (AUD) $1 = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Tourist precinct opening hours are Mon–Thu 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-9pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Suburban opening hours Mon-Wed 8am-6pm, Thu 8am-9pm, Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Sun – closed. |
| Newspapers | The West Australian Newspaper The Australian |
| Emergency numbers | Fire, Ambulance or Police: 000 From Mobile Phone: 112 |
| Tourist information | Western Australian Visitor Centre Forrest Place, Cnr Wellington St and Forrest Place Tel: +61 8 9483 1111 |
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