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Fremantle

AC/DC’s Bon Scott’s brief stint as an inmate of Fremantle Prison has added to its tourism appeal.

The Aussie prison that’s a tourism hotspot thanks to AC/DC’s Bon Scott

Fremantle Prison is one of Western Australia’s most popular tourist attractions, and a reminder of Bon Scott’s life and crimes.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Freo is an eclectic blend of old and new, in an idyllic seaside location.

Nine must-do highlights of Fremantle, Western Australia

It’s impossible not to be charmed by this eclectic port suburb, also known as the gateway to Rottnest Island.

  • by Tim Richards
The Raw Kitchen serves a completely vegan menu.

Top six places to eat out in Perth's Fremantle beyond the tourist strip

Freo's food scene is expanding in quality and sophistication.

  • by Tim Richards
The Hougoumont Hotel, Fremantle stands behind the renovated facade of the former Duke of York Hotel.

Hougoumont Hotel review, Fremantle: Perth port city hotel where everything is within walking distance

You'd be hard-pressed to find a better base for a stay in Perth's port city.

  • by Louise Southerden
Bathers Beach is a popular Fremantle swimming spot.

Things to do in Fremantle: Three-minute guide

All you need to know if you are planning a short visit to Fremantle.

  • by Louise Southerden
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Port Mill B&B, Fremantle review: Weekend away

If you're heading westside for the weekend, Fremantle, Perth's better half, is the place to stay.

  • by Ashleigh Bonner
Fremantle Harbour

Guide at a glance ... Fremantle

Lee Atkinson goes west for a taste of fun and a bit of history in this world-class heritage seaport.

Coal Mines Historic Site, Tasmania.

Truth and conviction

Lee Atkinson discovers horror and beauty as she explores the country's World Heritage-listed convict sites.

Personality plus ... (from far left) Shirley Johnson's 1952 passport; relaxing on the Athena's deck; it's always show time in the lounge; sweet temptation; cocktails.

From one grande dame to another

The old-time Athena stirs fond memories of girls at sea, writes Mal Chenu.

Comfort not speed ... the MV Athena has a capacity of 600 passengers, a "minnow" among new mega-liners.

Aboard the conga liner

On a small ship, Shane Green succumbs to the old-fashioned charms of cabaret, bingo and bombe alaska.

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