Perth is the capital and principal city in Western Australia. In spite of its relative isolation, it is a major international mining head office and consulting centre.
The benign weather and reasonably flat terrain makes Perth a perfect place for bicycles. And the beaches feel like big bathtubs!
The Stats:
Average Temperatures
+10°C to +40°C
Population
roughly a million
Precipitation
Pretty dry, but now and then a thunderstorm drenches everything.