The Shire of Busselton, located in the renowned Cape to Cape sub-region of the South West of WA, is experiencing high rates of demographic and economic growth.

The population of the Shire of Busselton now exceeds 26,000 people and this growth is projected to continue. The Shire is located in the Margaret River wine region and includes the towns of Busselton, Dunsborough and Yallingup.

The town of Busselton is situated approximately 220kms south of Perth (the capital city of Western Australia). It is one of the most popular holiday destinations in rural Western Australia and a premier seaside resort and coastal playground. Busselton was awarded Top Tourism Town status in the State for both 1995 and 1996.

It is a place of splendid contrasts, from tranquil waters to the rugged cliffs of the surfing coast, ancient caves, picturesque vineyards, sprawling pastures and magnificent forests. The Shire covers 1454 km² and contains a gateway to many attractions and towns in the South West of the State.

Moderate weather conditions are enjoyed with an average maximum temperature of 22.1°C and an average minimum temperature of 11°C. The temperature remains in the high 20s or above between December and February.
Busselton, Dunsborough, Yallingup and Cape Naturaliste are extremely popular holiday destinations offering safe swimming areas for children as well as excellent boating and fishing. Yallingup is probably best known for its excellent surf. The whole Shire is extremely busy in the summer season.

The average annual rainfall is 864 millimetres with the wettest months usually being May to October. The area is very good for agriculture, including viticulture, dairy and beef cattle.

The west coastal area of the Shire contains some of the State's most famous surfing breaks and a number of the State's best known and most prestigious wineries and caves as well as large areas of national park and State forest.