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Tuck into this new exhibition unearthing WA’s food history

Tuck into this new exhibition unearthing WA’s food history

Plus Wines of While's new chef, and loads more foodie news.

September 18, 2025

You know what’s better than being just a couple days away from the weekend? Free movie tickets! Thanks to our pals at Luna we’ve got another bunch of double passes to giveaway, this time to catch a flick at the upcoming Italian Film Festival. There’s heaps of great movies to catch over the month from September 25-October 22, and you can use one of the double passes on just about any of the screenings.

Find out more below, along with another stacked edition of food news; Laneway Festival’s equally stacked 2026 lineup (don’t worry if you don’t know anyone on it, this one’s for the kids); Sophie Ellis-Bextor is committing murder on the ICF dancefloor next year; an inspiring Perth teen turning his brain tumor experience into fundraising for PCHF tomorrow; and a delicious trip down memory looking at Perth’s food history.

^{Troy Mutton, Editor-In-Chief, Perth is OK!}

Image Credit: Wines of While

EAT & DRINK

Wines of While welcomes new head chef

Wines of While head chef Jack Short (pictured above, right) is moving on, to be succeeded by his sous chef Rory Glacken (below, left). Glacken has clocked nine months in the kitchen with Short after enjoying a stint in Melbourne at Gimlet and Navi.

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EVENTS

Laneway unleashes killer 2026 lineup

After announcing its 2026 return earlier in the week (and a new Perth location), St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival has today unveiled the lineup that will be gallivanting around the country next February.

Perth, meet Urban Rec: A new sport and social club where fun is the focus

Looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and have a laugh after work? Unlike traditional leagues, Urban Rec is all about inclusivity, connection, and playing for the joy of it.

EVENTS

Disco pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor announces Aus’ tour

Dust off the sequins, dig out the glitter – Sophie Ellis-Bextor is coming to Perth in 2026! The disco diva will be dancing her way into Northbridge summer party spot Ice Cream Factory on February 12, with tickets on sale today.

NEWS

Perth teen who beat rare brain tumour now raising funds for sick children

After being diagnosed with a rare brain tumour and spending close to a year in hospital, Ben Gregory is using his experience to help others through PCHF’s first-ever Give for Kids Day on Friday.

TODAY/TONIGHT

Steak Thursdays at Molly’s Irish Pub

Book in for lunch or dinner and tuck into Molly’s $20 Sirloin Steak Special with chips and your choice of sauce! Feeling fancy? Upgrade to the 300g Sirloin for $28 and load up on a selection of steak toppers or additional sides.

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