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Discover the ultimate guide to the breathtaking **Beaches of the Western Australian Coast** with this comprehensive book. Spanning from **Eucla** to **Roebuck Bay**, including the scenic **Rottnest Island**, this treasure trove of information is essential for beach lovers and adventurers. This book provides an in-depth look at the **2,051 mainland beach systems**, detailing their distinct features and characteristics.
The first chapters dive into the geological evolution of this stunning coastline, examining how **climate**, **waves**, **tides**, and **wind** have sculpted the beaches we see today. You’ll learn about the **16 types of beach systems** unique to Western Australia, and how **Surf Lifesaving Western Australia** plays a vital role in addressing local beach hazards.
In the core of the book, chapter four gives you expert descriptions of each beach, aiding in your adventures by highlighting essential information such as name, location, physical traits, access points, and available facilities. Each beach is assessed for public safety, rated from 1 to 10 based on physical hazards, making it easier for you to select the best spots for swimming, surfing, or fishing.
With an ISBN of **9780958650434**, this **A4** format book, published in **2006** by **Sydney University Press**, is brand new and perfect for anyone looking to explore the pristine coastline of Western Australia. Don’t miss out on adding this invaluable resource to your collection today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780958650434
Format: A4
Year: 2006
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Description:
Beaches of the Western Australian Coast covers the Western Australian coast between Eucla and Roebuck Bay, and includes Rottnest Island. It begins with three chapters that provide a background to the physical nature and evolution of the Western Australian coast and its 2,051 mainland beach systems.
Chapter one covers the geological evolution of the coast and the role climate, wave, tides and wind in shaping the present coast and beaches. Chapter two presents in more detail the 16 types of beach systems that occur along the Western Australian coast, and chapter three discusses the types of beach hazards along the coast and the role of Surf Lifesaving Western Australia in mitigating these hazards.
Chapter four presents a description of each of the 2,051 mainland beaches, as well as 63 beaches on Rottnest Island. The description of each beach includes its name, location, physical characteristics, access and facilities, with specific comments on its surf zone character and physical hazards, and its suitability for swimming, surfing and fishing. Based on the physical hazards, all beaches are rated in terms of public safety and scaled from 1 (least hazardous) to 10 (most hazardous).
The first chapters dive into the geological evolution of this stunning coastline, examining how **climate**, **waves**, **tides**, and **wind** have sculpted the beaches we see today. You’ll learn about the **16 types of beach systems** unique to Western Australia, and how **Surf Lifesaving Western Australia** plays a vital role in addressing local beach hazards.
In the core of the book, chapter four gives you expert descriptions of each beach, aiding in your adventures by highlighting essential information such as name, location, physical traits, access points, and available facilities. Each beach is assessed for public safety, rated from 1 to 10 based on physical hazards, making it easier for you to select the best spots for swimming, surfing, or fishing.
With an ISBN of **9780958650434**, this **A4** format book, published in **2006** by **Sydney University Press**, is brand new and perfect for anyone looking to explore the pristine coastline of Western Australia. Don’t miss out on adding this invaluable resource to your collection today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780958650434
Format: A4
Year: 2006
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Description:
Beaches of the Western Australian Coast covers the Western Australian coast between Eucla and Roebuck Bay, and includes Rottnest Island. It begins with three chapters that provide a background to the physical nature and evolution of the Western Australian coast and its 2,051 mainland beach systems.
Chapter one covers the geological evolution of the coast and the role climate, wave, tides and wind in shaping the present coast and beaches. Chapter two presents in more detail the 16 types of beach systems that occur along the Western Australian coast, and chapter three discusses the types of beach hazards along the coast and the role of Surf Lifesaving Western Australia in mitigating these hazards.
Chapter four presents a description of each of the 2,051 mainland beaches, as well as 63 beaches on Rottnest Island. The description of each beach includes its name, location, physical characteristics, access and facilities, with specific comments on its surf zone character and physical hazards, and its suitability for swimming, surfing and fishing. Based on the physical hazards, all beaches are rated in terms of public safety and scaled from 1 (least hazardous) to 10 (most hazardous).