Esperance tourism development manager Annabelle Hender says short-term holiday rentals "significantly benefit tourism", but need to be balanced with the needs of the local community. According ...

When asked if the prize would still be offered if the slot race moved to Esperance, Tourism Minister Rita Saffioti said the state government was committed to having the season stay in Kalgoorlie.

In the minds of many tourists, images synonymous with Esperance include kangaroos on the beach at Lucky Bay and the "iconic" colour of Lake Hillier. But local tourism leaders want that to change.