City of Perth
91 Days Later: Minister and Zempilas in war of words over Perth night space
The blame game over Ruah’s safe night space for women has been reignited, with the city’s lord mayor claiming it’s now been closed longer on the state’s watch.
- by Jesinta Burton
Latest
The show all musical theatre lovers should see at least once arrives in Perth
Everyone onstage seems to relish channelling the rebellious energy of the downtrodden artistic demimonde, who live and love on their terms and stand ready to stick it to the man.
- by Cameron Woodhead
‘It was instantaneous’: Meet Perth’s very own Jerry and George
Friendships are flourishing around Perth, with cafes and bars full of people who clearly love each other; we guarantee that reading this will make you smile.
- by Mark Naglazas
Opinion
Domestic violence
Why you won’t find this woman’s name on the list of Australian victims of domestic violence murders
Her partner pleaded guilty to doing “an act as a result of which the life, health or safety” of his victim “was likely to be endangered”.
- by Gary Adshead
Dullsville? Hardly: Perth people share the city they know
Think Perth is quiet? You just need to know where to go. Here are some Perth punters who can definitely give you some inspiration for what to do this weekend.
- by Mark Naglazas
The people of Perth talk parenting
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to raising kids. Here’s two Perth parents and an empty-nester who seem to be doing all the right things in this most difficult of assignments.
- by Mark Naglazas
A new era for Perth’s ‘white elephant’? Yagan Square readies for revamp reveal
The $14 million revamp the state hopes will help the embattled Yagan Square hospitality precinct shed its reputation as Perth’s “white elephant” is nearing completion. But will it work?
- by Jesinta Burton
City of Perth drags Van Gogh Alive team to court for Supreme Court gardens ‘damage bill’
The City of Perth has dragged the organisers of Van Gogh Alive to court demanding compensation amid claims the exhibition in the Supreme Court gardens left it with a $360,000 clean up bill.
- by Jesinta Burton
Cost of parking in Perth during the day to rise, but one parking perk will stay
The City of Perth council has backed a substantial increase to daytime parking fees, with the hike set to bring in $700,000 in extra revenue this financial year.
- by Jesinta Burton
Squatters, a million-dollar Northbridge heritage home and a missing owner
Nestled between a car wash and a row of four-storey apartment blocks, the 1900s workers’ cottage on Shenton Street is a million-dollar reminder of Northbridge’s rich history. So, where is its owner?
- by Jesinta Burton