Check out our Perth Father's Day guide

Plus Wildlands announces their huge 2026 lineup.

August 25, 2025

Coming to you this morning rugged up deluxe with a chilly few days ahead, but much to look forward to. You’ve got Side Piece, the delicious new venture from the Daises gang (opening today); Dowerin Field Days wheels into the Wheatbelt this week; some great new free sensory sessions on around Perth; another massive Wildlands Festival lineup has dropped; and a heap of great options around Perth for Father’s Day in a couple of weeks.

Dive in below, and stay cosy out there.

Troy Mutton, Editor-In-Chief, Perth is OK!

EAT & DRINK

Say hello to Side Piece: the cheeky, buttery yellow new spot from the Daisies crew opening today

Alongside Side Piece, Sam Kaye and his business partner Pia Prior also own Cottesloe açai-slinging institution Daisies, Claremont Crescent coffee spot The Other Side, as well as a stake in Cott beachside kiosk Ol’ Buoy.

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WHAT’S ON

Dowerin Machinery Field Days returns to the Wheatbelt this week

Over 20,000 people are set to roll into Dowerin across two jam-packed days, with a sold-out lineup of exhibitors showing off the latest machinery, equipment, and ag-tech innovations.

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NEWS

Sensory Rhymetime sessions a success across Perth

The free and inclusive sensory-rich story time program is designed specifically for neurodiverse children and/or children with a disability aged 0-4, and is becoming a popular event for families across WA.

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EVENTS

Addison Rae, Dom Dolla and more announced for Wildlands

Presented by Untitled Group, Beyond The Valley and triple j, Wildlands Festival is back in Perth in 2026 and they’ve just unleashed their biggest lineup yet, taking over Arena Joondalup on January 3. Tickets go on sale this week!

TODAY/TONIGHT

YES, CHEF! with Sarina Kamini at Lawson Flats

Tonight Yes, Chef! host Max Veenhuyzen welcomes Sarina Kamini — Australian-Kashmiri writer, former food journalist, and self-described spice mistress — for an expansive conversation on cooking, culture, and the meaning of masala.

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The best things to do with (or for) dad around Perth this Father’s Day

Welp, as per usual Father’s Day is just around the corner and if you haven’t planned anything yet, we’re here to help! Below you’ll find a bunch of fun things to do, or perhaps a cool gift or two for the big day on September 7.

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The week ahead

Monday: Max 14, showers

Tuesday: Min 6 / Max 16, cloudy, morning showers

Wednesday: Min 5 / Max 17, cloudy, chance of showers

Thursday: Min 5 / Max 18, partly cloudy

Friday: Min 6 / Max 19, partly cloudy