There’s so much happening in Western Australia this year and next year. Here’s a guide to What’s on in Perth and the surrounding regions,…
With the holiday season only just around the corner, now is the time to start getting serious about Christmas shopping. This year though; ditch…
Perth Cow Parade. Wow! Summer heat hit today, and it’s been a scorcher – apparently the mercury hit 37 degrees. But we were up…
Looking for an apartment hotel in Perth that’s conveniently located right in the CBD? You’ll be hard pushed to find something more centrally situated…
Spring is in the air and we’ve just spent a lovely weekend driving around the Swan Valley and cycling along Perth’s many (mostly flat)…
Bali has been Western Australia’s playground for holidays for over 30 years, but over the past few years it’s been getting quite a bit…
Life in Perth and what to expect in Western Australia. Life in Perth is quite different to anywhere else in Australia, especially the Eastern…
Is it a dream? Is it an illusion or is it a fantasy world I’ve just stepped into? This was the question I asked…
Travelling up to Perth from the South West always feels like an escape. I probably shouldn’t say this because you’ll think that I never…
Getting the most from a writers festival. Study the programe and book in advance for the sessions that you really want to attend, because…
Why you have to visit ‘sleepy’ Perth before it’s too late to catch the zzzz’s. “Know what?” I said last Saturday as we were…
Perth, Western Australia. The most remote city in the world. Some say it’s sleepy, some say it’s behind the times. But I say, “Come to Perth and be surprised,” because it’s a city of many faces and quiet, beautiful spaces where you can expect the unexpected and be delighted by its variety.
Although Bunbury is only (under) a two hour drive from Perth and about 175kms, the scenery is expansive and the feeling you get is ‘remote’. There’s only one service station (each way), and one loo stop on the freeway (discounting one tree stop) heading north. There are no cafes, restaurants or tourist attractions unless you head off on access roads that lead away from the highway.
Trying to decide which beach to visit in Perth? Guest Contributor, Nita Teoh from Perth Walkabout gives the lowdown on which beaches are best for surf, families, picnic spots, and kite surfing.
Perth isn’t boring! There’s so much to do, that you’ll need a few days to do it justice, especially if you enjoy walking and bicycling. So put on your walking shoes or biking helmet and come with me as we enjoy a scenic bike ride, and an alternative day out in Perth together. If we’re lucky we’ll spot some art and black swans along the way, perhaps a rowing regatta there’s always something going on.
The first thing that hit me in Subiaco was the smell. A nice smell, mind you. Exotic spices, comforting sizzling sauces and a rich…
Good Food and Wine Show, Perth Convention Centre www.goodfoodshow.com.au Report by Ingrid Rickersey. Friday and Saturday we spent at the Good Food and Wine…
Robert Holden, quoting Freddie Frankl in the book ‘Shift Happens’ (Hodder & Stoughton) says that, “The meaning of life is made not found”, while…
I seem to be spending a lot of time in Perth recently, but with the Kwinana Highway cutting the journey from Bunbury down to…
