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Well, here we are again: back at our desks for 2026, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed…
If you’re also back from your festive break, I’d like to send you a heartfelt congratulations for getting through the front half of the week – including what’s arguably the Monday-est Monday of the year. Hopefully you’re comforted knowing that the weekend (read: beach & beers) is only a few days away?
If this intro sounds a little different than usual today: you’re not mistaken. Normally, our fearless leader and Editor-in-Chief Troy Mutton writes these – but I’m taking over today while the big man enjoys a few extra days off for some much-deserved R&R. And while I’ve got the metaphorical mic in hand, I’m taking the opportunity to shine a little light on Troy’s hard work (and perhaps a little payback for his kind words in our final newsletter of 2025).
Jaws enthusiast, semi-retired DJ and the hardest working man in showbiz: Troy really is the glue that keeps our little team together. This is the person that keeps the wheels turning, with wise words a-plenty and an uncanny ability to contain the ever-growing and always chaotic world of Perth is OK! within his steady grasp. (You would not believe the number of emails this man receives!)
So thanks to Troy for being a huge legend – and thanks to you for welcoming us into your inbox for another year celebrating all that’s good in Western Australia!
Sally Hall, Cultural Editor, Perth is OK!
FORGOTTEN PERTH
Feeling the heat? Check out these historical photos of Perth’s best beaches
We don’t know if it has anything to do with being well and truly back at work and wishing we were feeling the sand between our toes and the splash of cool water… But we’re yearning for the beach.
And do you know what’s not helping? This lush treasure trove of photos of some of Perth’s most stunning beaches throughout the years, all via the very excellent State Library of Western Australia…
THE LATEST FROM PERTH IS OK!
NEWS
Supreme Court Gardens has turned into a giant night-time carnival for two weeks
From now until January 18, Supreme Court Gardens has turned into a full-blown carnival playground with rides, lights, food trucks, fireworks and live music right into the heart of the city.
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This beginner-friendly Reformer Pilates program will help you nail the start of 2026
Best Body’s Strong & Confident Start Program is a gentle, supportive introduction to Reformer Pilates designed to help you feel stronger, more mobile, and more confident.
EXPLORE
The best water parks around Perth
If you’re looking for a fun way to keep cool with the kids in the scorching summer heat, we’ve got you covered with the best water parks around Perth.
Image credit: Jarrad Seng
NEWS
Sculpture by the Sea to return to Cott this year
Following a 2025 hiatus, iconic outdoor art exhibition Sculpture by the Sea is triumphantly returning to Cottesloe Beach this March.
TODAY/TONIGHT
Si Paradiso Pizza Club
Every Wednesday at Si Paradiso’s Pizza Club you can enjoy $15 pizzas all night, all while sipping on $12 negronis, $10 spritz, $8 wines and $6 lagers. The silly season might be over but that doesn’t mean the good times need to stop!
EAT & DRINK
Enjoy a tipple at 30-ish of Perth’s best wine bars
When it comes to wine bars, Perth is truly spoilt for choice.
From South Fremantle to Doubleview, Bassendean and beyond, there’s a local wine bar offering tasty small plates and good drops in virtually every suburb across Perth now.
So, if you’re stumped on where to head for a glass of vino on your next date night or knock-off drinks, take a look at our never-ending list of the best Perth wine bars below:
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‘Gram of the Week
While we are indeed full steam ahead in 2026, if you want to have a little look back at some of our fave photos from 2025, click on this pearler by @mattandjesstravels for more.