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January 09, 2025

While we try to keep things light and fluffy around these parts, thoughts are with everyone affected by the plane crash on Rottnest Island this week, particularly the friends and families of those who lost their lives. And a big shoutout to all the local crew who immediately leapt into action to help emergency services on the day.

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

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Albany is filled with stunning beaches, rich marine life, incredible national parks and a wonderfully historical township to explore. Here’s a comprehensive guide to enjoying all that it has to offer.

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NEWS

Opening in 1973 and the first concert hall built in Australia following World War Two, the heritage-listed building will be transformed with the creation of new rehearsal and events spaces…

SPONSORED

The neighbourhood watering-hole and Bayswater community hub is throwing open their doors to the whole family during the summer school holidays.

NEWS

The show is from Logie and AACTA award-winning creator/director Nicholas Verso, and is based on Holden Sheppard’s multi-award winning novel, originally published in 2019.

WHAT’S ON

The biggest party in town is back for 2025 - experience the ultimate festival of rugby, music and entertainment in Perth/Boorloo as HSBC SVNS returns for another unmissable weekend.

TODAY/TONIGHT

These summer holidays the Zoo’s rainforest will be transformed into a mystical fairyland to delight and enchant you. Meet live fairies and see how many fairy doors you can find – just watch out for the dragon!

WHAT’S ON

It’s time to shake off the festive season haze because we have resumed normal programming with another jam-packed weekend of fun, family-friendly activities and epic live music.

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Throwback Thursday

With a new era underway, we were inspired to take a look back at the Perth Concert Hall at its inception, thanks to a stunning selection of images of its construction and opening day from the State Library of WA collection.