Happy Monday morning to all, we hope you had a lovely weekend! Let’s get straight into it shall we…
Troy Mutton, Editor, Perth is OK!
LIFESTYLE
Mackem Golf: Inside a Perth couple’s handcrafted golf accessories brand
What began with one golfer struggling to find a decent-looking headcover has grown into a handmade Perth business now shipping products around Australia and overseas.
Mackem Golf was founded by Adam Brown and Paige Harding, who create handcrafted golf accessories from a humble shop and studio in the Kalamunda hills.
The idea first took shape when Adam went looking for something to refresh his golf bag but found himself uninspired by what was available.
“Many were just mass-produced and really not nice to look at — not for our eyes anyway,” he explains. “I was looking for something more traditional that felt good to use and would last. Ideally, something that was more handmade or artisan; something that would age and be in the bag for years, like your favourite jacket or pair of jeans.”
So he asked Paige, whose background is in fashion and textiles, if she could make one…
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EVENTS
Spilt Milk announces huge 2026 Perth lineup led by Lewis Capaldi and RAYE
The touring festival will wrap up its four-city run at Claremont Showground on Sunday 20 December, following parties in Canberra, the Gold Coast and Geelong.
SPONSORED
The Perth Boat Show returns to PCEC this September!
Across three action-packed days, explore the latest boats, marine technology, and on-water gear, all in one place - from family-friendly trailer boats to high-performance watercraft.
NEWS
Stirling bans fishing across 17 lakes after reports of wildlife cruelty
RSPCA says it is concerned that deliberately “fishing” for ducks and swans has become a trend, and is urging parents and guardians to speak with young people about respecting wildlife.
SPORTS
Weekend Footy Wrap: Dockers derby dominance continues
Fremantle have won 10 of the past 11 derbies.
West Coast won the 10 before that. Hopefully one day soon this fixture will be a contest again.
TODAY/TONIGHT
It’s pie night at the Old Laundary in North Perth
Every Monday night the Old Laundry in North serves up delicious housemade pies with flaky pastry. Each week the flavour changes, and it comes with sides for $24 — perfect for a cold winter’s eve like tonight!
EAT & DRINK
The best pho in Perth
Rain or shine, is there anything better than diving into a big ol’ bowl of noodles? Here are our top picks for Perth’s best phở.
Image Credit: Sally Hall
CWEATHERD
The week ahead
Today: Max 18
Partly cloudy
Tuesday: Min 7 / Max 18
Partly cloudy
Wednesday: Min 8 / Max 21
Sunny
Thursday: Min 9 / Max 23
Partly cloudy
Friday: Min 9 / Max 23
Partly cloudy