The Gascoyne, in the North West of Western Australia, captures more than 600 km of Indian Ocean coastline and stretches about 500km inland. The Region has a mid subtropical climate and enjoys the reputation of the ‘sun’s winter home’ with around 320 days of sunshine each year.
The coastal area incorporates internationally recognized features such as the Ningaloo Reef, Cape Range National Park, Shark Bay World Heritage Area, Monkey Mia, and Coral Bay while the hinterland includes the outstanding features of the Kennedy Range and Mt Augustus National Parks.
The Region boasts a diverse, balanced economy which is supported by a strong network of retail, administrative and trade services. The major industries are tourism, retail, horticulture, mining, fishing, and pastoralism.