Western Australia location profile
Parmelia WA 6167
Parmelia is an established, affordable suburb in the City of Kwinana with easy freeway and train access to Perth and Rockingham. Leafy streets, larger blocks, and family-friendly parks appeal to first‑home buyers and renters.
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Why families consider Parmelia
Mix of young families, trades and service workers, and long‑term residents; multicultural and budget‑friendly suburban living with strong access to outdoor recreation and nearby employment hubs.
Amenities & services
- Kwinana Marketplace (major shopping centre) nearby
- GP clinics and medical centres in Kwinana Town Centre; Rockingham General Hospital within short drive
- Cafes, eateries, and takeaways around Kwinana Town Centre and along Gilmore Ave
- Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre, Kwinana Town Centre
Transport & connectivity
- Kwinana Station (Mandurah Line) nearby
- Wellard Station (Mandurah Line) nearby
- Transperth bus routes linking to stations, Kwinana Town Centre and Rockingham
- Kwinana Freeway, Thomas Road, Gilmore Avenue, Bertram Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Kwinana Recquatic (pool, gym, fitness)
- Koorliny Arts Centre
- Kwinana Adventure Park
- Local ovals, playgrounds and walking paths
- Kwinana Adventure Park (Calista)
- Orelia Park (Orelia)
- The Spectacles Wetlands
- Thomas Oval (Medina)
- Kwinana Golf Course (Calista)
Education context
Multiple long day care, OSHC and family day care options in Parmelia, Kwinana Town Centre and Wellard; vacancies vary by age with moderate waitlists for infants.
- Murdoch University – South Street campus (via Mandurah Line to Murdoch Station + bus)
- Curtin University – Bentley campus (train to Perth/Busport + bus)
- University of Notre Dame Australia – Fremantle campus (train to Fremantle + bus/walk)