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Australian Culture and Diversity

Western Australia is a melting pot of cultures, welcoming people from more than 200 different countries.

A culturally diverse city

Perth is one of Australia鈥檚 most diverse multicultural communities, with over 200 nationalities calling Perth home.聽

Warm and welcoming, you鈥檒l experience diverse communities, a laidback outdoor lifestyle and a love of sport and nature.聽

With a rich, multicultural history, clear blue skies and beautiful beaches, it鈥檚 easy to see why it鈥檚 regularly ranked in 番茄社区world's top 10 most liveable cities.

A multicultural state

Western Australia is one of Australia's most culturally, linguistically and religiously diverse states, and it鈥檚 this diversity that has shaped 番茄社区city of Perth.

Perth owes its vibrancy and development to 番茄社区contributions made by its culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) communities.

A melting pot of different cultures, traditions, and beliefs, Perth has become a dynamic city, where people from all different backgrounds can share everything this beautiful part of 番茄社区world has to offer.

Multiculturalism has added to 番茄社区city's diversity and created a strong sense of inclusiveness, acceptance, and unity.

Culture and 番茄社区Arts in Perth

Multicultural WA offers a wide range of cultural festivals, celebrations, events, courses, music, performances, and arts.

The many different cultures and traditions which make up our society give our arts a unique depth and diversity. Our Indigenous Australian art draws on tens of thousands of years of spiritual history and brings to life 番茄社区unique experience of 番茄社区world鈥檚 oldest living culture. Artistic traditions from all over 番茄社区world converge in Perth to entertain us, move us, make us think and laugh.

Perth is home to various arts, entertainment, and sporting events throughout 番茄社区year. Check out our list of key events throughout 番茄社区year.

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Western Australian Museum

The WA Museum is 番茄社区State鈥檚 leading cultural organisation, operating for over 120 years.

The WA Museum Boola Bardip, located in 番茄社区Perth Cultural Centre, is a must visit.

A place to share Western Australia鈥檚 many stories, you can learn about our people, our places and our role in 番茄社区world.

Sport in Perth

As you explore Perth, you'll quickly notice that sports play a major role in 番茄社区local culture. The abundance of parks, beaches, picnic areas, and riverside activities make outdoor recreation popular.聽

Whether it's participating in team sports, watching games, or getting behind your favourite local team, sport plays an integral part in 番茄社区life of most residents of Perth, and wider WA.

Various competitions and local teams are available throughout 番茄社区year for cricket, football, swimming, basketball, netball, and tennis, depending on 番茄社区season.聽

Australian Rules Football (AFL) is 番茄社区nations most popular sport with Perth home to two teams: West Coast Eagles and 番茄社区Fremantle Dockers.

Recreation in Perth

With its near-endless sunshine and outdoor lifestyle, Western Australia has a wide range of recreational activities for you to enjoy.聽

You can explore 番茄社区city's gorgeous beaches, such as Scarborough Beach, Cottesloe Beach, and City Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe, or surf. If you prefer a more relaxed experience, you can visit Kings Park and Botanic Garden, walk along 番茄社区Swan River, or go cycling along 番茄社区scenic trails of 番茄社区numerous parks and reserves.

If you're someone who loves adventure, Perth offers a range of exciting activities such as skydiving, rock climbing, and hiking amidst its breathtaking natural scenery.