Maps and Facts
Western Australia Maps & Facts
| Population | 1,952,300 | 
WA State Map |
| Forest cover | 10% | |
| Australia’s native forest | 15.6% | |
| Australia’s plantation forest | 21.7% | |
| Australia’s land area | 33.0% | |
| Land area | 252,550,000 ha |
Did you know?
- The forests of Western Australia evolved in geographic isolation and therefore contain many tree species unique to the State, including Jarrah, Karri, Marri, Tingle and Tuart. Read more information on tree species found in Western Australia.
- In 2001, the Western Australian State Government ended logging in all old-growth forests and began a process of creating two new conservation parks and 30 new national parks. Read more about forest management in Western Australia.
- Around three native forest grown trees go into making an average sized house floor. Read more about forest wood products.
Links
- Links to relevant forests websites in Western Australia, including education, community, government and industry sites.
