HERITAGE PERTH CITY

The Western Australian Museum provides an insight into Western Australias history and environment. Situated in Perths cultural precinct and close to public transport facilities, the Museum offers a wide range of permanent and travelling exhibitions.

International exhibitions and MuseumLink displays and events enhance the Museums permanent displays. Absorb the atmosphere and enjoy the contemporary, historical and cultural exhibits.

Opened on September 13th, 1998, the award-winning Bibbulmun Track is one of the world's great long distance walk trails, stretching nearly 1000km from Kalamunda (Perth hills) to Albany (south coast) through the heart of the scenic south west of Western Australia.

The Bibbulmun Track caters for everyone and provides a variety of experiences from a gentle stroll to an 8 week adventure. You can turn a walk into a wilderness experience by making use of purpose built campsites,
each with its own three sided timber shelter, water tank and bush toilet; you can join a guided group or you can enjoy the varied accommodation available along the Track.

The Holy Trinity Church and School Community in Perth was registered on the 4th of September, 1953. The setting stone for the Church Hall was placed by the Russian archpriest Sergije on the 8th of January 1955. The centre was built through donations and was blessed on the 1st of July 1956 by the monk Georgije (Djonlic).

The Western Australian Museum Perth is the gateway to the state's natural and cultural heritage. Presented through fascinating stories, thought-provoking interpretations, and engaging exhibitions, the museum explores the social and natural history of Western Australia. The Museum is housed in a series of stunning heritage listed buildings including the Old Goal - Perth's colonial prison the Jubilee Wing, the original site of the state's art gallery, library and Museum and Hackett Hall which later housed the State Library. Learn more about the state's flora and fauna, minerals and meteorites in a series of fascinating galleries including fossil specimens to the impressive dinosaurs to the evolution of human beings. The Katta Djinoong - First Peoples of Western Australia gallery recognises Western Australia's indigenous community, telling the stories of their unique culture and heritage. Discover more about the traditional lifestyle of the aborigine peoples to the changes brought about by European settlement and gain a greater understanding and insight into the lives and aspirations of Aboriginal people.

Sports fans will be enthralled with the extensive collection of cricket and other sports memorabilia housed in the Western Australian Cricket Association Museum in East Perth. Walk through the rooms of a converted residence situated next to the Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) cricket grounds to learn about all about the WACA's 111 year history and see memorabilia from all around Australia. See the notorious underarm ball that was bowled by Trevor Chappell in a test match against New Zealand. View the large collection of cricket bats used over the past century. Visit the Sir Donald Bradman Room to discover more about this legend of cricket as well as other names synonymous with the game including Dennis Lillee, Rodney Marsh and Adam Gilchrist. Pick up a memento of your visit in the well stocked gift shop. Whether it is a photograph of one of Western Australia's cricket greats in action, signed sports memorabilia or an Australian tour shirt, there is a large selection to tempt any cricket fan. The museum is open Monday to Friday between 10am and 3pm. If your visit falls between Tuesday and Thursday ensure you take the comprehensive 90 minute tour of the WACA grounds.

Francis Burt Law Education Centre and Museum is Perth's oldest remaining public building and was the most prominent building in the early days of the Swan River Colony. From 1965 to1987 it served as the Law Society offices. In 1987 the building was refurbished and opened to the public and named the Francis Burt Law Education Centre and Museum, a community education centre for legal history and one of the few law museums worldwide. Schools and community groups can arrange a variety of activities including Supreme Court viewing, District Court viewing, Magistrates Court viewing, legal education programs and Old Courthouse Museum tours.

The Royal Australian Air Force Association Aviation Heritage Museum of Western Australia is widely recognised as one of the best of its kind in Australia and indeed, the world. Tracing its origins back to 1959, the Museum draws its purpose from its parent body, the RAAF Association 'to foster aviation in every possible way to preserve our nation's proud aviation heritage'. Concentrating on Australian and West Australian aviation history the Museum houses more than 30 aircraft, pride of place goes to the Avro Lancaster, one of only 17 left in the world today. Other aircraft in the Museum's collection include a late model Spitfire, two Tiger Moths and a replica Bristol Tourer, the first aircraft to fly commercial flights in Australia. In addition the Aviation Heritage Museum has built up an extensive collection of documentary, photographic and other research resources over the 25 years it has existed. They are used by Museum staff in preparing displays and publications and are available by appointment to those researching aviation histories. The Aviation Heritage Museum is located in Bull Creek, a 20 minute drive south of Perth.