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Guide to Margaret
River Western Australia
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River
is a Local Government Area of Western Australia. It is
located in the south-west corner of the state's South
West region, approximately 283km south of Perth. The shire
covers an area of 2370km² and has a population of
about 11,000. It contains two large towns, Margaret River
and Augusta, and a number of smaller towns.
Nearly half of Augusta-Margaret River's
land area is state forest or national park. National parks
include Scott National Park and Leeuwin-Naturaliste National
Park. Other land uses include agriculture, especially
dairy and beef cattle; viticulture; and tourism.
In a relatively short period of time,
the Margaret River wine region of Western Australia has
grown to be regarded as one of the premium wine regions
of the world. Stretching some 100km in length and 27 km
wide, the region's diversity of soils and climate allows
it to produce exceptional reds and whites.
Margaret
River has more than 100 wine producers however, while
it only crushes about 3 per cent of the national crush,
it contributes over 20 per cent of Australia's fine wine
market.
The wine region is in the enviable
position of being located in an area of natural beauty.
The Boranup Forest features towering native karri trees,
guided tours will take the intrepid below the ground with
a number of inspiring caves, surfers came from around
the globe for the world-class surf breaks and humpback
and blue whales can be spotted from shore during their
annual migration. The fine wines are just one aspect of
what makes the region so unique and unforgettable.
The town of Margaret
River is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle
of the city lifestyle. Offering top-notch wining and dining
the creature comforts do not have to be left behind to
enjoy the stunning, picturesque landscape characterisitc
of the south west. With stunning beaches, majestic forests,
spectacular caves and a cosmopolitan lifestyle Margaret
River will please even the most discerning visitors. So
escpae from it all and visit Margaret River - A Very Special
Place.
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