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Overview

Nestled at the mouth of the Gascoyne River, Carnarvon is a coastal town of 4,879 people (2021 census) that enjoys a hot‑desert climate with abundant sunshine and a relaxed seaside lifestyle. Residents and visitors alike benefit from a compact centre of amenities – the Carnarvon Public Library, Hutchinson Park, heritage sites such as St Mary Star of the Sea Church, and cultural venues including the Carnival Open Air Theatre and Jubilee Hall. Education is well‑served by five schools within a kilometre, notably Carnarvon Community College and St Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic School.

Transport links are straightforward: the North West Coastal Highway runs through town while Carnarvun Airport, just 0.2 km away, offers daily Rex Airlines flights to Perth. A mix of historic heritage buildings, modern hotels like the Port Hotel and Coral Coast Tourist Park, and recent residential developments provide varied accommodation options for families, retirees and tourists seeking the town’s fishing, horticulture and tourism‑driven economy.