Mandurah sits on the Peel inlet about 70km south of
What was once considered a holiday destination only is becoming home to many people.
Mandurah has grown in the past 15 years from a shire with approximately 12,500 people to a vibrant, popular city with a population of almost 50,000 this figure is expected to grow within the next few years to 100,000 people. It still retains its charm with a foreshore which has been revamped but still retains its country feel. The city is lucky to have a progressive council who are allowing some wonderful developments including a recently completed marina which incorporates shops, cafes & market stalls including the largest fish & chip shop in
There are plenty of things to do within Mandurah & surrounds besides the obvious fishing & beach life. There is a multi screen cinema complex, a large performing arts centre which hosts regular shows & incorporates art gallery, restaurant /bar both these complexes overlook the estuary. A ten pin bowling alley & snooker hall are close to the centre of town. There are several pubs & clubs in the area & lots of cafes, shops & restaurants many open late. Within Mandurah & surrounds there are skate parks & BMX tracks for the kids & many walking trails & bike trails. Dolphins visit the estuary on a regular basis & there are boat trips to see the dolphins at close quarters, they even sometimes visit the outdoor swim pool on the estuary. The indoor pool is open year round & incorporates a gym & sauna. There is a large carnival on the southern foreshore with rides & mini golf to amuse the kids.
If you take a short car journey you can visit the local wildlife park with native animals or the local miniature village based on
There is a library, police station & hospital in Mandurah a vehicle registration & license office & two main post offices, & Centrelink offices shops to purchase anything you can imagine & plenty of professional people eg solicitors, lawyers, banks etc.