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.
WHAT’S ON
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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CWEATHERD
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