GRAND DAUGHTER WRITES POIGNANT BOOK FROM INHERITED LETTERS
penelope ransbyThree young men started a farm at Margaret River early in the 20th century. Life was hard in a pioneering community but Lance, Chris and Evelyn were optimistic and energetic and they loved it. Their future was full of promise. Then came the Great War. Author Penelope Ransby (at left) weaves their story from letters she inherited from her grandfather, Evelyn. CLICK HERE TO OBTAIN A COPY OF Dream of Margaret River.
FUN RUN 2008 RESULTS AWAIT YOU
The results of the 2008 Fun Run have been uploaded. Please CLICK HERE.
LOOKING FOR ACCOMMODATION?
If there's one thing the Margaret River region has in abundance it's choice of accommodation. We have about 150 places to stay ranging from cosy chalets to five star hotels.
MARGARET RIVER ONLINE FOOD TRAIL
Follow our food trail for the best in local dining and local produce, markets and interesting foodie places to visit. A showcase of all that's good in food in the region.
WHERE TO NEXT? THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE
The Golden Triangle of Nannup, Balingup and Bridgetown are three nearby towns all of which are developing into really fascinating and beautiful places to visit and stay. View the section
WHERE TO NEXT? PEMBERTON?
There are many similarities between Margaret River and its near neighbour, Pemberton, like great wines and food. But the scenery is totally different, 125km and you could be in another country.
FIND YOUR WAY AROUND THE WINERIES
The growth in the number of wineries in the Margaret River region is as staggering as the amount of accolaides they have won in their short history. Find them all with our maps.
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