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The Wheatbelt region is one of the nine Regions Of Western Australia . It partially surrounds the Perth metropolitan area, extending north from Perth to the Mid West region, and east to the Goldfields-Esperance region. It is bordered to the south by the South West and Great Southern regions, and to the west by the Indian Ocean , the Perth metropolitan area, and the Peel region. Altogether, it has an area of 154,862 km2 (including islands), and a population of about 72,000 people. The population is widely distributed, with only about 16,000 people living in the main towns of Northam , Narrogin , Merredin and Moora . The Wheatbelt encompasses a range of environments and industries. Near the coast, it receives relatively high rainfall and mild temperature, and its 150km of coastline is a significant Tourist area. In contrast, the eastern fringe is very arid, and is mainly used for Mining of minerals including Gold , Nickel and Iron Ore . The remainder to the region is highly suited to Agriculture , and is the source of nearly two thirds of the state's Wheat production, half of its Wool production, and the majority of its Lamb and Mutton , Oranges , Honey , cut flowers and a range of other agricultural and pastoral products. The Wheatbelt region consists of the following Local Government Areas :
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