Southern suburbs, like Rockingham, have been improved via express train and bus services to the city and are more affordable for families. Mandurah, once separate, has now merged with Perth into one large area to form a conurbation . Inner-city suburbs north of the Swan River, like Northbridge, Leederville and Mt Lawley, are favourites for professionals and young couples who enjoy a diverse lifestyle. They mix old buildings with new homes and apartments. Suburbs like Como and Applecross in the south are near the city, and have many cafés and restaurants, while feeling quiet and close to nature.
FIGURE4 Perth has a variety of amenities to offer that make it liveable.
Suburban area serviced by an excellent road network, including a multi-lane highway.
Street performers at the annual multi-arts Fringe World Festival.
Optus Stadium is a 60000 seat multi-purpose venue, it is the home ground of AFL teams West Coast and Freemantle, and hosts international and domestic cricket, soccer and rugby.
Perth Arena is home to the Perth Wildcats; it also hosts netball and tennis; including the ATP Cup.
Cottesloe Beach is a favourite among locals for swimming, snorkelling and surfing.
Perth and its suburbs are serviced by an excellent public transport system, officially branded as Transperth.
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