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Move over Melbourne, Perth's music scene has well and truly been on the up in recent years, and we're attracting some big names to play our worldclass arenas.

Nothing says Christmas quite like a festive light display in Perth, that time of year when the streets come alive with twinkling trails. You have to appreciate the amount of effort it takes to create a picture-perfect scene that would impress Santa himself, so it would be rude not to get out and admire them all

Whether you're a local chasing the perfect staycay or planning a trip to Perth, we've rounded up the very best hotels in Perth. 

It can be hard to keep up with all the new openings happening around Perth, and really, you don't have to. That's our job.

Perth’s hotel scene is scoring a seriously cool upgrade in 2026, with the arrival of cult scene hotel chain HYDE to Pier Street.

Embrace the sugar rush and festive flair this year at Brookfield Place, because they’ve set up a whimsical wonderland bringing all the silly season vibes to Perth these holidays. Here’s our guide to the dining and drinking options in the precinct, primed for your seasonal sipping and savouring.

From hotel slumber parties to sprawling private estates, these are the best group stays for max relaxing.

When it comes to Secret Santa, nailing the brief is an art form. This edit proves you can find something thoughtful and cool without blowing the $50 budget.

Katie Muirhead initially came to New York for only a few months. Nine years later, this Sydney-raised model and copywriter has well and truly found her place. 

Want to spoil your person this Christmas without having to eat Baked Beans for dinner? These affordable luxury gifts are proof that thoughtful and fancy can go hand in hand.

From cooking utensils and cookbooks to dinnerware and glassware, we've rounded up some of the best gift ideas for food-loving folks. Bon appétit, baby!

Perth girlies, self-care lovers and candle hoarders rejoice, Bath & Body Works is officially opening its first-ever Western Australian store at Westfield Carousel on 15 December, just in time to supercharge your festive shopping.

Where heart-thumping adventure meets slow, sun-drenched relaxation, Lake Macquarie is the under-the-radar coastal destination that strikes the perfect balance. 

We're pulling back the wardrobe doors to get tips on finding and wearing second-hand pieces you actually love. 

Swap your chef's hat for a Santa hat this Christmas and let one of Perth's best restaurants cater your festive feast. This is our list of the best banquets happening around Perth on Christmas Day.

This NYE lineup is so good it’ll make you forget all about 2025’s worries.

Planning a trip down south? Or just keeping your local social calendar full? The Margaret River region is buzzing this month, with events across the Margaret River city centre, Buesslton, Dunsborough, Yallingup, and Cowaramup, and we’ve got your essential guide. We're talking must-try long lunches, new cellar door experiences, artisan markets, and all the best events to fill your days.

Perth over summer is basically the weather equivalent of a strict but reliable parent: hot, dry, predictable and absolutely not here for surprises. And Christmas Day 2025 is shaping up to follow the classic WA script.

Because she’s not like a regular Mum, she’s a cool Mum who deserves some serious spoiling.

​​Hold on to your leather jackets and oversized sunglasses, because rock n' roll royalty AC/DC is taking the Highway To Hell down under for the first time in a decade with their Power Up Tour! Here's everything you need to know about getting to Optus Stadium for the show and what to expect on event days. 

Thanks to those long couple of years we were grounded at home, we’re guessing plenty of you have clocked some serious annual leave days, so why not start thinking ahead and planning your next big adventure?

For the mum who’d never buy herself the fancy stuff, but absolutely deserves it. Here’s your cheat sheet to spoiling her this Chrissy.

If the city ever needed a sign that Christmas has officially come to town, it’s the Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant.

Fremantle is gearing up for its international debut as a high-speed sailing hotspot this summer. 

Mega Australian music festival Spilt Milk has just dropped the official set times for its highly-anticipated return in December, 2025. After taking a year off in 2024, the music festival is back with a bang—hitting Ballarat, Perth, Canberra and the Gold Coast.

Keen to nab a Christmas gift or a just a treat for good ol' you? Get ready to snap up the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals of 2025.

‘Tis the season to panic buy a bottle of shiraz for your in-laws on the way to Christmas lunch. But, if you’re looking to be a little more considered (read: organised) in this year’s festive gift exchange, our 2024 gift guide is your saving grace. 

From luxe vases to cheeky aprons, these homewares gifts are guaranteed to make your favourite host, homebody or interiors addict very, very happy.

Present-hunting for the guy in man life can be overwhelming…but it shouldn’t be. Instead of socks, check out this curated edit of the best gifts for him this Christmas.

Whether you’re planning a honeymoon or anniversary, massive family reunion or fun getaway with the crew, Singapore delivers for every special occasion

So where does she go to recharge? Escaping the hustle and bustle of New York is a must for Emma Mannswirth, and she loves heading to both central New York State and the Finger Lakes.

From luxe set menus to rooftop parties, here’s where to eat, drink and countdown in Perth this New Year’s Eve.

Here are the festive feasts and treats around Perth to get you feeling holly jolly in the lead up to Christmas.

To help you explore the crème de la crème of Parisian dining, we’ve narrowed it down to the best 18 restaurants in Paris to hit up in 2025.

WA Ballet is trading glass slippers for satin pointe shoes to give the world’s most famous fairytale a 1930s twist.

High tea might just be the fanciest way to spend an afternoon—and Perth/Boorloo has plenty of lush spots to prove it. Here at Urban List, we think there’s something undeniably special about slowing down over towers of finger sandwiches, flaky pastries and bite-sized sweets, all while sipping something bubbly (or beautifully brewed).

We’ve uncovered a luxurious lineup of local road trips that feel like a slice of Italy, the Alps and beyond.

The pull of a mid-year trip seems to get stronger as the Celsius drops, but there’s a silver lining to staying grounded. Western Australia has plenty of places that tap into the same escapism.

Urban List guest editor Sophie Coote gives us a peek behind the curtain at SIR. The Label and shares what inspires her and her collections. 

Present-hunting is an art. Let us help you master it with our picks of the best gifts for her.

Join us as we sit down with Sianna Catullo, the Naarm-based founder of Blakground Productions, a majority Aboriginal-owned and led production company. Sianna and her team shoot incredible content by Community for Community—videos with heaps of heart, care and cracking cinematography. 

Here's our rundown of the best dog beaches in Perth. Man's best friend needs to cool off as well.

New York is a state of great escapes, and Pam Hendry knows it well.

Sure Christmas is good, but have you ever seen Nosebleed Section live from the shoulders of a stranger? This is the exact scenario that is getting us excited about festival season. 

Guinness on tap, live music, authentic antiques and a whole lot of heart — welcome to Freo’s newest (and only) Irish pub.

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

It's that time of year again when Father's Day is approaching. But, whatever the occasion, nailing the perfect gift isn't easy and that's where we come in with the best gifts for him.

If Northbridge feels electric at the best of times, wait until PrideFEST weekend.

There’s just something about pubs, isn’t there? The buzz of thirsty locals, the clink of pint glasses, the smell of chips wafting through the air—pure comfort. Perth’s pub scene is a glorious mix of heritage-listed haunts, zhuzhed-up locals and rowdy beer gardens that have seen more iconic Sunday sessions than anyone on the East Coast could possibly imagine. 

If there was ever a Christmas to treat your loved ones like the queens they are, this is it. Say it with us—I vow not to purchase a single boring bath bomb this year. Good. 

This summer, we're feeling extra appreciative of the people in our lives after a pretty rough 2021. And for many of us, that might mean showing our special someone love through presents. But getting the right gift for someone is never an easy task—chocolates and flowers are just not cutting it this year. 

The 2025 AHA Awards have revealed the venues setting the benchmark for dining and drinking across Western Australia. Here’s the wrap-up of all the standout names.

Too teeny for playgrounds but too small to just sit and gaze out in the pram all arvo? Our editor's got you covered.

According to Burnt Ends chef Dave Pynt, even a quick stop in Singapore is enough to get out and see the best of the city. 

From long-table feasts to surf showdowns, film premieres and vineyard gigs, there’s no such thing as a quiet season in WA’s South West. The region is host to some of the country’s most iconic events, drawing foodies, musos and adventure-seekers all year round. So, whether you’re planning a summer road trip or a mid-winter escape, here’s every festival worth bookmarking for 2025 and 2026.

Steeped in culture and brimming with world-class hotels, Michelin-starred street eats, a vibing nightlife and sun-kissed islands, Singapore is worthy of so much more than just a few hours between flights.

Their newest itineraries are all about meaningful, experience-led travel. And they’re on sale.

Summer is just around the corner and we are eyeing off these dreamy Aussie escapes.

Whether you're yet to try the viral food trend or hankering for a new way to get your Dubai choc fix, this new pistachio range is a must-try.

The wait is over beer lovers, Little  Creatures is officially heading to the city with its brand new riverside venue set to open in Elizabeth Quay on Tuesday 25 November, and this is the kind of destination brewery Perth’s been begging for.