We've sailed that
route a few times at various times of year and had various experiences. Going East means you'll want northerly to west souwest. In the summer close to the coast are Easterlies, strong in the afternoon and evening. On our website are
cruising guides, heaps of
anchorages, photos, for both the south WA coast and SA. Have a browse. We have sailed west to east three times. Once in August, I wouldn't advise it unless on a well founded vessel for the thrill of seeing and feeling the sea run very big. Later in the fall may be you're b est time, although our last time was April and the
weather gods chose South
wind for that week. A bit worrying, but fast. And not to our destination! We aimed for Strahan and landed in
Portland Vic. Happy to be able to spread out a bit of wet
gear.
There's some info regarding
anchorages on our website