Perth is the capital of Western Australia, it's situated along the banks of the Swan River. The river twists through the city and ends at the port of Fremantle where you can enjoy a coffee on the 'cappaccino' strip, or go down to  the harbour to see the boats come in.

The Indian Ocean is less than 15 kilometres away and offers a perfect day-trip. Take the river cruise and head out to Rottnest Island to see the local Quokka's, mistaken for rats by the Dutch explorers. An absolute must is the Kings Park, where you can overlook the hustle and bustle amidst the calm of the Australian bush.

Perth is a wonderful place for animal lovers.  In addition to the small, but charming Perth Zoo, a hands on experience is Carversham Wildlife Park, where one can have a on-one experience with a variety of birds, kangaroos, koalas, or a number of other animals who roam free in large enclosures which permit visitors to enter, pick up a handful of free food, and feed the animals. Watch joeys hop in and out of dug's mumma's "pouch".  Ride a camel. Try to find the baby koala hidden in mom's pouch.  

It's clean, it's beautiful, but by far its best attraction is the great weather and beautiful beaches.