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We’ll kick off today’s newsletter with a snap poll, given today is the day that allegedly stops the nation, and we’re kinda curious to see how our newsletter audience feels about it… No judgement either way!
Troy Mutton, Editor-In-Chief, Perth is OK!
HOMES
A 1910 North Perth home reimagined through its garden
A renovation is often a change to do more than just extend or refresh a space – it’s an opportunity to really reimagine a home.
In the case of this Federation-era cottage in North Perth, it was a chance to re-sync the built form with the pre-existing landscape: to re-contextualise the home not just within a modern family’s needs, but within the environment that was there long before any homes were.
Designed by Simon Pendal Architect, the 2021 project stripped back ad-hoc additions made to the home over its 110-year lifespan, maintaining the integrity of the front of the original cottage while extending the home with an entirely new wing.
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EAT & DRINK
Historic Subi Boiler House could become 500-cap tavern
One of the last remaining buildings from Perth’s former children’s hospital could soon be pouring pints, with plans to transform its historic Boiler House into a tavern.
SPONSORED
Gambling isn’t just about winning or losing – here’s what else could be at stake
With Melbourne Cup today, gambling harm specialists are encouraging people to check in with themselves and those around them, particularly if it’s feeling less like fun and more like an obligation.
LIFESTYLE
Carramar Golf Course’s major redevelopment officially tees off
Big changes are officially underway at Carramar Golf Course, with construction beginning on a multi-million-dollar redevelopment of the popular public course in Perth’s north.
SPORTS
A jet ski-powered surf comp is flying into Scarborough this weekend
Scarborough Beach will host a different kind of surfing competition next month, with 20 of WA’s top surfers using jet skis to launch themselves into the air as part of the inaugural Red Bull Aeriality.
TODAY/TONIGHT
City Falls at ECU City
City Falls transforms ECU City's four-story LED screen into a digital waterfall experience, which for a limited time will also feature atmospheric mist, sculptural rocks, native flora, and immersive set design bringing the digital landscape into the physical space…
EAT & DRINK
The best places to eat and drink around West Leederville
Since we first wrote our little West Leedy neighbourhood guide, the suburb has gone from strength to strength – with an ever-growing cohort of delicious spots ready to sate hungers and quench thirsts from morning ’til night!
Outside of the great places along Railway Parade you’ve also got a bustling little hub right in the middle of the business district that’s poppin’ with some great burger and beer joints, plus loads more. Get the skinny below:
CCAPTUREDD
Tiktok of the Week
We recently popped down to the WA University merger protest to get the thoughts of a few attendees.