WELCOME TO GAWA

The Geographical Association of Western Australia's (GAWA) principal objective is to encourage the advancement, education, promotion and practice of the science of Geography in Western Australia.

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Learning of Geography in Western Australia

GAWA currently publishes textbooks for the teaching & learning of Geography in WA. Members receive a discount on the recommended retail price of some textbooks published.

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Supporting Teachers in Western Australia

250+ Members

Professional learning

30+ Books Released

1000s of students taught

NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS

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Events
News

GAWA Young Geographer of the Year Competition 2026 | Now open!

PD5 Enhancing Geography Teaching in Years 7–10 (half day) | Registration open!

PD4 Coastal & Marine Environment Excursion (full day) | Registration open!

2025 Semester 2 Year 12 ATAR Revision Seminar – Registrations Open!

GAWA’s EVENT CALENDAR – 2025 is out!

Spotlight on Associate Professor Kefyalew Alene – GAWA Conference Presenter

Celebrating 10 years of GAWA at Pagoda

Sue Martin’s AGTA conference report

The Great ShakeOut International Earthquake Drill.

International Geography Olympiad

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#GOWITHGEO

#Gowithgeo is a dynamic initiative that empowers students to explore, understand, and engage with the world through the lens of Geography, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and global awareness.

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Learn & Share

GAWA is here to provide a member's association and forum for students, teachers and lovers of Geography to share their knowledge, ideas, opinions and activities about the science of Geography and Geographical education.