Bunbury CBD

1,602 votes

Street-art laneways, waterfront wine bars and a shiny new Koombana foreshore playground give Bunbury’s compact CBD a cosmopolitan buzz without the traffic grind. Workers clock off to dolphin-watch from Marlston Hill or stroll to Friday food-truck nights, keeping lifestyle and convenience tightly wrapped into one walkable hub.

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Geographe Bay

841 votes

Curving 30 kilometres from Forrest Beach to Busselton, Geographe Bay offers glass-calm water perfect for family swims, stand-up paddling and lazy crabbing. Sunset anglers cast off the groynes while kids explore shallow sandbars, making the bay an easy Sunday escape only fifteen minutes north of Bunbury homes.

3

Margaret River

534 votes

World-class cabernet, artisan chocolate and legendary surf breaks sit just 80 minutes south in Margaret River. Many Bunbury residents plan effortless day trips: cellar doors at lunch, coastal walks at Redgate, then home for bedtime. The famed food-and-wine playground on the doorstep enhances Bunbury’s wider lifestyle appeal.

4

Treendale Shopping Centre

503 votes

Anchored by Woolworths and specialty dining, Treendale’s modern mall means locals in Australind and Eaton can tackle groceries, chemist runs and coffee catch-ups in one stop. Generous parking, a playground and undercover walkways keep errands easy whatever the weather, reducing trips into central Bunbury.

5

Dalyellup Beach

492 votes

Backed by coastal dunes and walking tracks, Dalyellup Beach delivers gentle shore breaks for boogie boards and dog-friendly stretches for sunrise jogs. Residents love post-dip coffee at the beach kiosk before school drop-off, proving a sea-change routine is possible just ten minutes from Bunbury’s CBD.

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Eaton Fair Shopping Centre

482 votes

Eaton Fair is the South West’s largest regional mall, boasting Kmart, a cinema and late-night dining beside the Collie River. Kids hit the splash-pad while parents grab sushi, and plentiful bus links mean teens gain weekend independence without negotiating lifts into town.

7

Busselton Jetty

405 votes

At 1.8 kilometres, heritage-listed Busselton Jetty tempts weekend trippers with its solar train and underwater observatory. Snorkellers spot coral six metres below, anglers chase squid under lights, and photography buffs capture fiery Indian Ocean sunsets – all an hour north along Forrest Highway.

8

Busselton CBD

377 votes

Leafy Queen Street anchors boutiques, micro-breweries and a growing foodie scene that lures Bunbury locals for Saturday brunch. New foreshore playgrounds and pop-up markets make it a family favourite, showing how easily coastal day-cations slot into South West living.

9

Collie River

364 votes

Kayakers, crabbing families and riverside cyclists all converge on the Collie River as it winds past Eaton and Australind. Boardwalks, fishing jetties and picnic lawns turn weeknight dinners into outdoor adventures, while estuary views boost property values for homes hugging its peaceful banks.

10

Cape Naturaliste College

308 votes

Serving Vasse and Busselton families, Cape Naturaliste College pairs strong ATAR results with specialist marine studies and sport academies. The modern campus, backed by bush trails and a sparkling new performing-arts centre, draws sea-change parents reassured their teens can thrive close to the coast.

11

Dalyellup Shopping Centre

306 votes

Pharmacy, post office, café and Coles – Dalyellup’s local centre keeps daily errands a quick bike ride away. Friday night food vans and pop-up craft markets foster neighbourly vibes, proving master-planned estates can still feel like tight communities once the shops switch the lights on.

12

Preston Beach

294 votes

Preston Beach is famed for its 4WD-friendly sand highway where anglers chase tailor at dawn and kids dig for pipis. A short 30-minute drive north delivers a holiday-park atmosphere without booking leave, giving Bunbury households an easy campfire getaway whenever the forecast shows sunshine.

13

Leschenault Leisure Centre

232 votes

Indoor heated pools, stadium courts, squash and a fully equipped gym sit under one roof at Leschenault Leisure Centre. Swim squads meet before school, netball finals run late into Friday nights and a crèche keeps fitness feasible for new parents living across greater Bunbury.

14

Eaton Community College

213 votes

Eaton CC offers Years 7-12 pathways with a focus on digital tech, hospitality and trade training. Its riverside oval and partnership with nearby sports clubs mean students can move from coding class to cricket nets in minutes, catering to both academic and active teens.

15

Australind Senior High School

199 votes

Set among peppermint trees overlooking the estuary, Australind SHS balances university-bound ATAR courses with award-winning music ensembles and a specialist baseball program. Reliable TransBunbury buses and cycle paths shorten the school run, cementing the suburb’s popularity with value-hunters eyeing big family blocks.

16

Glen Huon Primary School

190 votes

Known for its community garden and inclusive learning support, Glen Huon PS gives Eaton families a friendly start to schooling. Walking-school-bus routes and adjacent sports ovals encourage healthy habits, and proximity to high schools means the education journey stays seamless from prep to graduation.

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Busselton Foreshore

189 votes

Adventure playgrounds, skate bowls and a waterfront brewery keep Busselton Foreshore buzzing year-round. Bunbury locals often make the 40-minute drive for twilight markets, proving a mini-getaway is as easy as packing picnic rugs and bikes into the boot after school.

18

Tuart Forest Primary School

179 votes

Situated in Dalyellup, Tuart Forest PS embraces nature-play principles, leveraging nearby coastal reserves for outdoor science lessons. Modern open-plan classrooms, a strong P&C and safe cycling pathways make it a key driver of young families choosing the beachside estate over inner-city suburbs.

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Kingston Primary School

164 votes

Kingston PS, serving Australind’s northern growth corridor, offers innovative STEM labs, thriving arts programs and an on-site day-care partnership. Spacious ovals and bushland borders deliver that country-town feel while staying just 15 minutes from Bunbury’s medical and employment precincts.

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Vasse Primary School

153 votes

Established in 1861 yet boasting brand-new facilities, Vasse PS blends heritage charm with modern pedagogy. Close ties with nearby Cape Naturaliste College create smooth transitions into high school, and the school’s weekly farmers market cements Vasse village’s tight-knit, paddock-to-plate ethos.

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