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Situated 46kms south of Western Australias capital city of Perth and 11kms southeast of the regional centre of Rockingham, the semi-rural suburb of Baldivis provides a serene getaway with endless recreational opportunities. Quiet residential areas lie peacefully amidst beautiful bushland and countryside. Produce farms, wineries, great beaches and the vibrant suburb of Rockingham are all located just a short drive away. Within the City of Rockingham local government area, 5,952 souls reside in Baldivis.
The perfect destination for recreational pursuits, Baldivis is home to a water ski park where visitors can experience the thrill of learning how to water ski, wake board and surf. A leisurely bout of fishing can be enjoyed at Golden Ponds, a fish and marron farm also popular for canoeing and bike riding. Foodies shouldnt miss a visit to Mac Nuts WA, a macadamia nut farm offering sales of assorted flavours and tours of the orchard and processing plant. A number of walking trails are found around Baldivis, such as the Settlers Hills Tree Walk taking in rare Tuart trees over 100 years old.
A number of beautiful beaches are found along the coast of nearby Rockingham and surrounds, including Rockingham Beach and Warnbro Beach. Snorkelling, sailing, swimming, and surfing are popular beach activities in the area, and the jetties are especially valued for excellent fishing and crabbing.
Just a short drive towards the coast leads to the beachside suburb of Rockingham. Vibrant shops and entertainment venues are teamed with great beaches, a picturesque foreshore and many great barbeque and picnic areas. Just off the coast of Rockingham, visitors can see the little fairy penguins of Penguin Island and even spot a rare Australian Sea Lion. For more wild encounters, the Marapana Wildlife Park in nearby Karnup enables visitors to get up close and personal to Australian animals such as koalas, wombats, dingoes, and snakes. Boutique wineries offering cellar door tastings and sales are found throughout the Peel wine region, south of Baldivis.
Every requirement can be obtained at Baldivis, a conveniently located shopping centre which houses both major chains and specialty stores.
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Takeaway restaurants and cafes are found within the Baldivis shopping centre. More fine dining options are found in the nearby suburb of Rockingham where plenty of vibrant restaurants, cafes and pubs along the foreshore.
A government housing scheme was established in the region to help the unemployed during the early 1920s. The early settlers who were attracted by the scheme decided on a name for the area. Baldivis was derived from the names of three ships which travelled to Western Australia in 1922. They were the Balranald, Diogenes and the Jervis Bay. Interestingly, they all arrived within 6 weeks of each other and were built both in the same year and by the same shipyard.
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