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History and Culture

Western Australia is one of the oldest lands on Earth, and boasts an Aboriginal history that dates back more than 40,000 years.

Western Australia History and Culture

Western Australia history and culture. On 1 January 1901, WA joined the other Australian states to form a federation, headed by a federal government and supported by individual State governments.

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Colonisation of Western Australia

Unlike many other Australian states, Western Australia was colonised as a free settlement, not a penal colony.

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Australian Aboriginal Culture

Australian Aboriginal Culture is one of the oldest living cultures on earth and presents a truly unique and fascinating holiday experience.

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