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If there’s one day that can trigger the battle of the high teas it’s Mother’s Day, and this year is no exception.

An immersive light, sound and visual ode to one of history’s most intriguing women is debuting here in Perth. 

Think pink this weekend at The Powder Room, a skincare lover's dream of sampling, soaking and slathering. The Go To Skincare team - the ones behind those perfectly pink, glow-delivering facemasks - are bringing glitz, glamour and glass skin to Karrinyup for three days only. 

Clear your calendar and loosen your belt—Taste Great Southern is back for 2025.

We’ve got a stacked lineup of the upcoming theatre shows and musicals Perth is scoring this year that’ll have you snapping up tickets, from iconic musicals to world-renowned plays. So book in that early bird pre-show dinner and prepare to be entertained. 

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

Prepare to be transported to a world of light, colour and sound, because global hit Lightscape is making its way back to Perth this winter and we honestly could not be more excited. 

St Patrick's Day falls on a Monday this year, meaning you’ve got the perfect excuse to throw in a cheeky annual leave day.  

Cheese dreams are made of these.

To celebrate tall things Aperol (and the la dolce vita that comes with it), Subiaco will once again transform into a Euro-inspired playground with the return of Subi Spritz, the 10-day festival bringing spritz-fuelled fun to Subi. 

It's true what they say - the luck of the Irish takes a special spot in everyone's hearts on Saint Patrick’s Day. Whilst officially on Monday 17 March, the festivities are taking place over the whole weekend. So embrace your inner leprechaun, trawl your wardrobes for green and skip on down to all of the best Irish pubs and dance floors Perth has to offer.

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

We're hosting a first-home buyers pop-up complete with expert property panel, DJs, and a stack of freebies. 

A gathering of salty locals, big time heroes and future legends.

FISHER's Out 2 Lunch Festival with Vodafone is back, and we have the insider scoop on how to grab up presale tickets. 

With live performances by award-winning Australian hip hop artists, immersive dinner parties and everything in between, no two days will look the same at this year’s Perth Festival.

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

Uncover over 25,000 years of history without leaving the Perth CBD at Spinifex People: Art and Stories from Pila Nguru, showing at WA Museum.

Roll up, roll up—but leave the kids at home for this adults-only cabaret in Perth. 

From saucy salsa lessons to divine degustations, here are the best things to do this Valentine's Day in Perth if you're really keen to impress someone.

It’s time to get down and dirty, because brat weekend is finally here. Okay, technically it's Laneway weekend, but really it’s Charli XCX’s world and we’re all just living it. We know Charli will be hungry for a feed after her set, so here’s all the brattiest food around Perth we’d recommend to her.

Step into the Year of the Snake, a time for wisdom, transformation and new beginnings - the exact inspiration we need as we delve our way into 2025.

The Best Fringe Shows For Kids

An immersive virtual reality documentary narrated by a Hemsworth is coming to WA Museum this month.

Perth-based PhD student Freya Jackson has been studying the decline in native bees for half a decade—and her ‘bee bed’ may just be the thing to save them. 

Perth’s/Boorloo's most loved celebration of all things dazzling, delightful and downright strange, FRINGE WORLD, is back and if the 2025 lineup is anything to go by, it's back with a vengence.

Kicking off the year with a bang, twelve of the best men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams in the game are set to go head-to-head at HBF Park across three sun-soaked days.

Christmas, while supposedly one of the most joyous times of year, can also be one of the most stressful. Sure, there’s tinsel and Mariah Carey and the freedom to watch Love Actually multiple times without judgement—but if you happen to be hosting the main event, your blood pressure is probably going through the roof. To save you the stress and kitchen responsibilities, we’ve rounded up a list of Perth’s restaurants and pubs open for Christmas Day in 2024 so you don’t have to.

Stuck in the Christmas Day food coma? How about washing it down with an ice-cold beer? Or pile on some more food to keep the Christmas spirit alive into the new year. Either way, we don’t want you sulking on Boxing Day, so get out, check out the lucrative shopping deals and keep celebrating with delicious drinks and eats. Here’s what’s open in Perth on Boxing Day 2024.

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

Here's where to celebrate NYE in Perth this year. Share this baby straight to the group chat.

With so many tasty, tempting Christmas-coded food and drinks offerings across Perth throughout December, we’ve whipped up a dazzling degustation of all of the Chrissy specials available in the lead up to the 25th.

The world’s most beloved ballet has come back to life just in time for the silly season.

Festive spirits are high, bank balances are low, and Michael Bublé is blasting through every supermarket in Perth/Boorloo. It can only mean one thing: Santa photos are comin’ to town. 

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. 

For fans of a good steak dinner every so often, West Rivers Beef is the Formula One of beef.

Perth’s biggest Pride after-party is back and this year it’s brighter and bolder than ever.

A four-day feast with some of the country’s best winemakers and chefs is pouring, playing, popping and cooking its way into our cals this November. 

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

Perth’s iconic ART BALL returns this November, and it’s safe to say—she’s glowing.

Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten, we spoke to Otten about her new series and the intimate dinner she's hosting to celebrate. 

Grab your camera team, because Sony Scene Festival just made a massive return to Australian shores. They've lined up over 120 events from a crew of Sony digital imaging ambassadors and industry experts, bringing the creative events platform to the masses.

This must-attend event will see ten top researchers share their expert perspectives over ten no-cost talks at five of the CBD’s best bars.

Plus, win an adventurous Aussie holiday worth up to $3.5K.

We know we’re biased, and not at all humble, but we can’t help reminding you that we live in the greatest city on earth. 

It’s time to whip out the mozzie repellent, because your fave pop-up cinema is back with another season of non-stop movie hits—this time, kicking off earlier than usual. 

What if we told you that you could fulfill that pipe dream of being a homeowner without cutting back on your smashed avo? 

Thirsty Thursdays just got a whole lot tastier with a slew of freaking delicious cocktails on offer this month—even better, we’ve got the inside scoop on how you can score a tipple on the house.

Marking the end of Broome's pearl harvest season when the fortunes of the pearl farmer are told, Shinju Matsuri celebrates this unique blend of cultures with a jam-packed schedule of events in August. 

Spring is around the corner, which can only mean one thing: Father’s Day is approaching—fast. And while many of us would go to the ends of the earth and back for our dads, planning the perfect Father’s Day surprise is a surefire way to stump us. Racking your brains for the best way to show him how much he means to you? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. 

This FREE series of events is bringing live entertainment, show rides, international eats, artisan markets and more to the West for another year.

Referred to as Broadway’s Biggest Blockbuster, WICKED is finally landing in Perth this December and will mark your last chance to catch this sell-out Australian tour.

Here are the best markets in Perth.

WA has officially cemented its status as Australia’s b-ball capital, with an absolutely massive weekend of basketball taking over Perth from 19 to 22 September 2024.

For the first time in over 20 years, the historic Centenary Galleries within the Art Gallery of Western Australia’s Centenary Galleries will be fully open to the public with Time by Rone.

To help you get out there in the colder months, we teamed up with Kathmandu to uncover a fresh slew of outdoor activities that'll fend off the frost. 

Oscar award-winning director James Cameron is sharing his life-long passion and pursuits in deep-sea exploration with a five-month exhibition at Freo’s Maritime Museum. Here’s what to expect from JAMES CAMERON—CHALLENGING THE DEEP.

You’re invited to explore the importance, impact and future of this enigmatic celestial body with To The Moon, the large-scale exhibition now showing at the WA Museum Boola Bardip. 

To celebrate all things truffle, thousands of devotees will return to Manjimup for the locally-run Truffle Kerfuffle festival—the annual three-day food-and-wine-filled weekend exploring everything there is to know about this divine delicacy. Here’s everything you need to eat, see and do at this year’s event. 

Taking over Northbridge this July, RE//Perth will bring an enticing mix of food, culture and family fun to the city—from roasted marshmallows and mulled wine to never-before-seen dance and acrobatics. 

Get ready to be dazzled and inspired by the electrifying performances of State: Contemporary Vision as it returns for its fourth year at the iconic Heath Ledger Theatre.

Here are all the best ways to treat your mum for Mother’s Day in Perth.

Need a cheeky little family holiday but want to avoid a major drive or flight? We’ve found some fantastic family accommodation options around Perth or within a few hours for you to play and stay with the entire family, without losing a day to travel delays.

Whether you’re planning a chic retreat with your bestie or a swoon-worthy rendezvous with your someone special, The Westin Perth is your go-to destination for the ultimate staycation this season. 

Australian Fashion Week presented by Pandora will descend upon Carriageworks again this May. Designers on show in 2024 include P.E Nation, Romance Was Born, Anna Quan, Blanca. Here's how to get your tickets now. 

There is truly no better way to experience the magic of Country, than a visit to this year’s Karijini Experience.

We asked our crew to share their top sun safe things to do this summer, from outdoor films to art galleries.

International Women's Day is quickly approaching on Friday 8 March, with the 2024 theme of #InspireInclusion more relevant than ever before. The theme of forging gender equality resonates powerfully, as we work towards a world where bias and discrimination are relics of the past, and diversity is celebrated. 

Three Journeys, Perth’s latest sensory feast, has just launched at the WA Museum Boola Bardip ready to thrill, delight and enlighten audiences of all ages. This moving exhibit tracks the magnificent history of Australia's First Nation's people's connection to land and space.

Attention all summer beach lovers, The Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Series returns for a massive 11th season in 2024 ready to delight and inspire with stunning agility, skill and team spirit.

We’ve put together a list of 30 things to do in Perth while the weather is still gloriously hot. Get started now!

Whether you’re a lover of lights, sports or downright incredible architecture, Singapore invites you to immerse yourself in this colourful wonderland where modern delights mix with ancient history.

Here’s everything happening over Brisbane International.

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

It's perplexing to consider the whopping 530 million containers that end up in landfill in our sunny state alone each year—fortunately the superheroes at Containers for Change are bravely fighting the fill, encouraging small local businesses to get creative and actively protect our precious planet. 

The local legends at Republic of Fremantle are slinging a new bottled cocktail range just in time for summer.

Perth's favourite seaside sculpture walk, Sculpture By The Sea, is returning for its 20th year in 2024.

We’ve done the hard yards and rounded up the best places to catch the big game. Bounce down is at 12.30pm on Saturday 30 September, don’t be late.

To ensure you don’t miss even a second of bartender Christmas, this is your go-to roundup of venues to hit during Negroni Week.

Yes, you read that right. The Dumpling Queen of Perth, Miss Chow's, returns with another series of her famous boozy dumpling feasts. 

Each year, thousands of people descend upon Sakura in Japan with the hope of spotting dusty pink cherry blossoms in bloom.

Looking to add a touch of sophistication to your next girls' night out? This September, West Australian Ballet are bringing you echoes of VAN GOGH—a stellar world premiere ballet taking you into the twisted and tumultuous world of artistic legend Vincent Van Gogh. 

Following one of the most heartbreaking semi-finals in football history, the Matildas are going through to play off against Sweden for third this Saturday, while Spain and England battle it out for first and second place. This is set to be another epic weekend of action, so you definitely don't want to miss it.  

In the only news you need to hear this week, a massive new 10-day festival is coming to Margaret River this Spring dedicated to all things wine. From tastings and tours, masterclasses, dinners and exclusive drops, Fine Vines Festival is here to make your wine-loving dreams come true.

For a short time, Grande Experiences is giving Perth a major dose of Monet, along with a heap more of the world's most renowned artists of the Impressionist era, at Monet In Paris.

Investing with a conscience has become increasingly popular over the past few years, and we don’t just mean buying organic and local. While both are still important, more and more young Aussies are looking to invest not only in their finances, but also their values and their future. It’s time we take finance and sustainability into our own hands, because let’s be honest, if we don’t, who will? 

Perth’s a truly great city and we think having fun in it shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg. With that in mind, we’ve endeavoured to bring you 50 fun, tasty and downright rad yet cheap things to do in Perth for less than a pineapple. 

Ever wanted to live out your Night At The Museum fantasies and see if the Mummies really come to life when night falls? The WA Museum Boola Bardip is giving you the chance to get up close and personal with over 240 stunning rare treasured Egyptian antiquities all the way from the Netherlands.

You really only do live once.

It's no secret that we are a bit obsessed with the Perth Hills and all they have to offer, so we're just a teensy bit excited by the return of this cracking bonfire and mulled cider festival.

Brew lovers, listen up. We have some beer-y good news for you. Australia’s largest and longest running Oktoberfest event is making its spectacular return in 2023 and we could not be more ready.

Fragrant, earthy, luxurious and oh-so-decadent, truffles deserve to be celebrated, and Western Australia’s annual Truffle Kerfuffle festival in Manjimup is one of the best places to do so.

Our Managing Editor, Anna Franklyn, shares her favourite ways to explore her hometown of Fremantle.

Lovers, we know that the process of locking in that magical venue can be absolutely overwhelming, so we’ve tried to take the dauntingness out of the process for you so that you can enjoy the planning stages. Whether you’re after a moody intimate sit-down dinner or a giant rowdy party with all of the extended family, we’ve catered for every style and budget in our list of some of WA’s most beautiful wedding venues.

WA's fave winter fest, Cabin Fever, is back in all its cosy glory. Running from Friday 15 to Sunday 24 July, the 10-day festival will see a string of mouth-watering events pop up down south, from Busselton to Margaret River—providing loads of opportunities to devour all the food, wine and beer your body can handle while getting nice 'n toasty with your fellow foodies.

Taking inspiration from the ultimate authentic addition to any meal, Cholula Hot Sauce, we spoke to the founders of Cartel del Taco in Brisbane,  Marco Ramirez And Erick Martinez, to dive a little deeper into what the day is all about and their favourite ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Calling all Insta addicts (and anyone who appreciates a bit of early morning beauty). 30 hot air balloons will be filling the sky in Northam as part of the National Ballooning Championships (yes, those are a thing).

The legendary Fremantle Arts Centre has just announced its massive 2023 return of the Revealed: New and Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists exhibition.

Prepare to get more emotional than the first five minutes of Up. This Pixar Putt mini golf course is popping up at Perth's RAC Arena again from 31 March through to 30 April 2023.

Ever dreamt of winning a home? Us too. And, now's your chance to do just that via MSWA's Mega Home Lottery.

The Common Room is a blank canvas available to artists and performers to hire free of charge from Monday to Wednesday nights.

Get ready to pop the champagne, the in-concert spectacular of Baz Lurhmann’s iconic bohemian love story, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, is finally coming to WA this February. Tickets are on sale now, and with Christmas right around the corner, we reckon it's the perfect experience to gift this year.

Whether you’re a tinnie gal or a kombucha kind of guy, this Empties Day, Saturday, 28 January, you can donate all your eligible empties to one of your local Containers for Change return points, and your 10¢ refund per container will go straight to a cause of your choosing. 

Dig out your fave linen ensemble and gather your crew because we’ve found the perfect place to have a sip sesh in the sunshine and catch the action at the Australian Open—and it’s all thanks to the legends at Canadian Club. Running from 16–29 January 2023, the Canadian Club Racquet Club is where you’ll want to soak up the Aus Open action this summer.

There’s no shortage of inspo for whipping up a feast to feed your nearest and dearest during Lunar New Year. But if you’re keen on some ideas to get you started, we’ve linked up with Oriental Merchants to pull together seven easy and delicious recipes to make at home.

At the core of all good family feasts are good ingredients. Inspired by the experts in fresh and easy and authentic Asian, Asian Inspirations, we spoke to four Australian creatives about what LNY means to them and asked them what their favourite dish is to eat at home during the festivities. 

History will be made in Australia this summer as the world’s top tennis players gather on our shores for a brand-new tournament. For the first time, both male and female tennis players will compete in teams in the United Cup. 

Inspired by the power of the Post-it note to spark a spicey vibe in the new Paramount+ series, The Flatshare, we’ve scoped out our fave ways to show your partner some love for free and let the romance and good vibes flow.

Starting December 16, the WA Museum Boola Bardip will host a mind-bending exhibition celebrating all things Alice in Wonderland.

Summer in Sydney is looking the goods. After a successful traffic-stopping inaugural festival in January of this year, it's just been announced ELEVATE Sydney will be returning next month to celebrate summer and the new year. 

Got a sweet tooth you need to satisfy? This'll help.

Summer in Australia can be identified by a few key things: the mercury rises, the air con runs 24/7 and international tennis is back on our shores.

Festivals are back, and to help you make the most of the season, we've rounded up the best of the best you don't want to miss. 

From historic sporting events to WorldPride and epic festivals, these are the awesome events you need to add to your 2023 hit list. 

Whether you're a culture seeker or a thrill junkie, the city of Brisbane has it all for you. 

An epicentre for world-class tournaments, snag a front-row seat in incredible venues and witness some of the biggest sporting legends doing their thing. Add in live entertainment and good vibes plus food trucks and ice-cold tipples, and you have yourself the ultimate summer escape. 

Score bragging rights amongst your mates, and book yourself a ticket to these amazing cultural events in Sydney. 

From grass-stomping day festivals and one-off intimate gigs to globally-revered performances and three-day camp-outs, you’re spoilt for choice; no matter where you are in Australia, we guarantee these music events are well worth the flight, train or road trip convoy with your crew. 

If you think hens parties are just full of sequinned sashes, penis-themed everything and strippers who look like cheap knockoffs of the Bachelor, think again—hens parties have stepped into a whole new, slightly classier realm these days. Of course, this doesn't mean it has to be boring. 

If you need something to look forward to this summer, Moonlight Cinema is back in town.