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We’ve tracked down Perth’s best outdoor cinemas so you can spend an evening watching the stars under the stars.

Bowling might bring back memories of slippery shoes and birthday cake sugar highs, but Perth’s alleys have seriously stepped up. These days it’s all about neon-lit lanes, retro beats, craft drinks and way more style than your childhood party ever had.

With beautiful old buildings, bucket loads of charm, a reputation for quality produce and some seriously chilled vibes, it's little wonder Fremantle is a Perth foodie mecca. From the new kids on the block to the ones that hold a special place in our heart, we’ve rounded up the best Fremantle restaurants you need to visit next time you're in the Port City.

Perth might not have the scale of Melbourne or Sydney, but don’t let that fool you — our sunny city by the sea has a way of surprising people — even locals who think they’ve seen it all.

We love a fancy wine list as much as the next person, but you know what we’re loving more at the moment? Saving our hard-earned cash (special thanks to the cozzie livs). Going out can be a major indulgence these days—and we obvi love getting out and about—but sometimes we need to put our budgeting hats on.

If you want to celebrate the new year minus the crowds and claustrophobic raves, then look no further. We've rounded up all the places you can head to on New Year’s Day 2025 while everyone else is busy nursing their hangovers

There's lots to love about Perth, but cheap eating is not really the first thing that comes to mind. These days a basic meal out with your mates can easily cost you upwards of $50 to $70 by the time you throw on a drink or two. The good news is, you don't need to stop eating out altogether to save some coin. We've compiled a hit list of top spots to suit even the tightest of budgets.

When it comes to the humble hot chocolate, you would think it would be pretty easy to master. Melt some chocolate into hot milk and you’re all set, right? Wrong! As with coffee, there is an art to making the perfect hot chocolate.

Perth CBD restaurants have been doing it tough the last few years, but with COVID in the rearview and people discovering the joys of actually getting dressed and going to the office again, things are looking up. 

Perth’s has seriously leveled up in its all-you-can-eat game since its Sizzler days. While the cheesy, 90s buffet will always hold a special place in our hearts, we’ve all collectively moved on to bigger and better things. 

Nothing says the arrival of spring in Perth like a street full of jacaranda trees in blooms. As if Perth wasn’t already the prettiest city in Australia, once the warmer months hit we find ourselves living in nothing short of a magical, lavender-coloured wonderland.

There are plenty of adventures to be had—from hunting down serial killers to stopping a viral outbreak.

It’s no secret that WA has a love affair with all things handmade. That's why we’ve handpicked the coolest curators, collectives and creatives who are leading the way in all things artistic. Who says it’s hard to find a hobby? Judging by this list, the hard part is choosing just one.

Camping is good for the soul—fresh air, nature and a time to really relax and wind down. What’s even better than a few nights away sleeping under the stars? When you can do it all for free. Western Australia is home to some ridiculously cool camping grounds, and we’ve rounded up eight of our favourite free ones. 

There are loads of awesome walks and hikes in Perth, and even a few secret ones too, but the fellow dog owners out there will know all-too-well the guilt felt when heading out for a walk without their pooch.

The world’s largest inflatable theme park is coming to Perth and your dreams will finally come true.

To people who say they could give up bread, we say toasties. We say pulled pork toasties, mac 'n' cheese toasties and even plain old (but equally as delicious) ham and cheese toasties. There is no one who can truthfully say they don’t get excited by all that melty cheese and crispy bread. These bad boys are basically happiness in food form.

Kids often look like they’re having a whole heap of fun, so why not join them and embrace being a kidult—a grown up that acts like a kid sometimes. Peter Pan seemed to have a pretty good life in Neverland after all. Here are 15 things to do in Perth where you can let loose and have a good old-fashioned fun time.

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to expand your LEGO set collection, this news is about to hit you like a ton of bricks: Alceon Group just named Karrinyup Shopping Centre as the location of one its first Perth LEGO® Certified Store.

Is it a donut or doughnut? For the sake of this pun, we highly recommend that you donut miss the chance to claim your FREE doughnut this Friday, at Krispy Kreme.

Kumokumo is about to hit Australia and while our waistlines might be terrified, our mouths are already drooling.

If you haven’t noticed the Christmas decorations in your local department store yet, you may not be aware that November is here, and this crazy helluva year is approaching the finish line.

It’s time to get spooky, kids. Whether you’re into full fright-night dress ups or just enjoy a plastic spider in your cocktail, Perth has something for you to sink your fangs into this Halloween. 

Make the most of the rest of the year with the best things to do in Perth in October.

Fact: dogs are the best. While Perth is quite a dog loving city with some killer pooch-friendly bars, cafes and beaches, we love any excuse to bring our fluff monsters out with us.

The team behind North Street Store (NSS) in Cottesloe has just announced they’re opening a huge bakery in North Fremantle and we couldn’t be more excited.

If you're feeling the heat, then it's time for some serious, splashy fun. Last month, a thrilling new six-storey waterslide tower finally opened at Perth’s Outback Splash.

As of today, WA welcomes a new craft gin designed to capture the spirit of Perth. Aptly named Perth Gin, the spirit incorporates local flavours of the WA region, to reference all of the things that make Perth special.

If you’re sick of your usual summer salads and boring barbecues, then gear up for this weekend’s Polish Food Festival.

Picture this: over 100 interconnected trampolines, a sky-high obstacle course, climbing walls ninja course, basketball hoops and a dodgeball court. Does it look like something from your childhood dreams? We’re going to guess the answer is yes.

If summer wasn’t already looking bloody gorgeous, it will be after reading this.

Ramp up your detective cred with this immersive murder mystery experience heading to Perth soon. 

Ever wanted to go to the cinema but were too lazy to get out of your comfy bed? Well, this year you’ll be able to watch a movie under the stars in a giant bed, courtesy of the Mov’in Bed outdoor cinema.

An immersive cocktail bar that promises theatrics and is housed in the Fremantle Prison? The Magic Squirrel Chapter 2 is a no-brainer, for obvious reasons.

Steel your nerves, this virtual reality festival is no joke.

Imagine this—partying like it’s 1959 but with all of the memes of this century. After already selling over one million tickets worldwide, the crazy magic of Bongo’s Bingo is making its comeback to Perth on 9 November. 

Spring brings the joys of hay fever and the pressure to Marie Kondo your house, but it also brings with it sunny days and pastel pink ball pits, so we can’t be too mad, can we?

How many sausages do you think Perth can wolf down in a weekend? Well, this just in, the magic number is 10,000. That’s 8202 feet of bratwurst if you’re into numbers.

Who says lawn bowls is a game for the oldies? We've decided adulthood is all about organised activities that involve a little bit of competition, a lot of banter and reasonably priced drinks. So gather your friends and get organised.

It’s no secret that Perth is a delicious melting pot of culinary talent, just look at the epic dishes coming out of our kitchens. So as part of Food Month, we’d like to introduce you to three young guns who have a whole gamut of talent—from heading up their own kitchens here in Perth to making serious waves in the big smoke.

Ever wondered how you’d survive a zombie apocalypse? Well now you can stop wondering because VR-Arrival is here to plunge your eyeballs right in the middle of a zombie battle, but don’t worry, you’ll survive even if the deteriorating corpses eat you.

Ever wanted to go to the cinema but were too lazy to get out of your comfy bed? Well, this year you’ll be able to watch a movie under the stars in a giant bed, courtesy of the Mov’in Bed outdoor cinema.

Originating in Taiwan, bubble tea became popular in the 80s and typically features tea, sometimes milk, and those delightfully chewy tapioca balls that are equally fun to chew as they are to shoot through a straw at unsuspecting victims.

The ultimate cure to the dreaded Monday-itis, a stressful week, or a quiet weekend—dancing might just be the answer to all of life’s problems. Not only do you get fitter without realising it, it’s like a universal panacea that improves nearly everything else in your life, from your balance and coordination to your endorphin levels and even your social life. If you’ve been hesitating to take that dance class for a while now, consider this your sign.

KATENA, an inflatable maze that’s taken the world by storm, is blowing into Perth this July.

We’ve all been there—waking up after a big boozy night out and googling if a hangover can actually kill you. Suddenly all those shots from the night before don’t seem like the best idea, and you’re wondering how you’ll make it through the day. Well, worry not, because we’ve found the perfect meals to help fight off that terrible feeling, so stop Googling, jump on UberEATS and pray they deliver to your area.

It seems like these days the only place to meet your future life partner is on your screen, but if you’re finding swiping a stranger’s face a bit exhausting swap Tinder for Timber. 

In celebration of National Fried Chicken day (it’s a thing), NeNe Chicken is offering up a solid gold giveaway.

Biceps at the ready, axe throwing is trending. Not one, but two axe throwing gyms are about to open in Perth.

Listen up, serial plant murderers. We’ve got another chance for you to kill things with kindness. Jungle Collective are hosting one of their epic warehouse plant sales this weekend in Brisbane. And this thing is going to be big.

As much as we all secretly love Colonel Sanders, the Koreans are bringing the real KFC and we Perthlings can’t get enough. Juicy, zingy, and packing an audible crunch with each bite, Korean Fried Chicken is a finger-licking good time, and there’s no shortage in our fine city.

When it comes to heading out for dinner, we Perthlings don’t take much convincing at the worst of times—let alone when there’s a good deal on the table. While pubs tend to dominate dinner-deal lists, our city boasts no shortage of excellent deals every night of the week at places other than your local watering hole, too.

​The best time of our year is just around the corner – Fringe World returns from January 18 and boy are we ready to get lost in the chaos and colour of this iconic festival. With a program of more than 700 shows, our beloved Fringe is no easy conquer, but there are some shows that you simply can’t miss.

Another month, another 25 new openings; or so it seems in this city with a proliferating dining scene that continues to impress and delight. There’s a long list of new places you need to know about that’ve sprung up all over the place, from a new BYO burger joint for Freo, to multiple beachfront eateries, upscaled neighbourhood pubs and even a taqueria with a basketball court.