finance
Pilbara Iron Ore Funds Hancock's Rare Earths and Lithium Expansion
Pilbara iron ore remains the cash engine behind Hancock Prospecting's expansion into rare earths, lithium, agriculture and offshore equities.
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lifestyle
Novita Diamonds Undercuts Traditional Retail With Perth's Online-First Model
Novita Diamonds runs an appointment-based showroom in Perth backed by an online storefront, a structure its Australian founder credits for pricing well below traditional retail.
finance
Rio Tinto and Hancock invest $1.6 billion in Pilbara iron ore expansion
Rio Tinto and Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting have committed a combined US$1.6 billion to develop the Hope Downs 2 iron ore project in Western Australia's Pilbara, extending one of the region's most durable mining partnerships.
community
Explore Western Australia's Marine Life at AQWA Aquarium
AQWA offers families a close look at Western Australia's marine life through its exhibits at Hillarys Boat Harbour.
community
Margaret River Wine Region Attracts Perth Visitors Seeking Premium Experiences
The three-hour drive from Perth to one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions is a well-trodden route for both residents and international visitors seeking world-class Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.
culture
Grassroots Artist Spaces Reshape Perth's Creative and Cultural Identity
New studio collectives and public programs are reshaping how Perth residents see their own creative output.
property
Perth Property Prices Hit $680,000: Here's What's Driving Growth
With the WA median house price hovering around $680,000, buyers are eager to understand the factors influencing the market and how to navigate it successfully.
finance
Apple price rises signal emerging tech cost pressures for Perth consumers
Rising memory costs driven by AI demand are flowing through to consumer electronics, with Apple lifting prices on MacBooks and iPads.
news
Perth's Migration Boom: Defence, Resources, and Post-Pandemic Shifts Explained
A confluence of defence contracts, resources boom revenues, and post-pandemic mobility has turned Western Australia's capital into one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, and the pressure is now impossible to ignore.
culture
Perth's Arts Scene Transforms From 1970s Experiments Into Thriving Cultural Districts
Perth's arts and music venues have shifted from scattered 1970s experiments to organised districts that now draw steady crowds.
property
Perth Property Prices Surge: Migration and Mining Fuel Market Climb
A perfect storm of migration, mining money and vanishingly thin stock has Perth sitting at the top of every national price-growth table, and the pressure shows no sign of easing.
community
Margaret River Wine Region Defines Western Australia's Premium Food Culture
Three hours south of Perth lies one of Australia's most acclaimed wine and food destinations.
news
Perth Officials Detail AUKUS, Migration Impact on Housing and Defence
WA government spokespeople and industry analysts detail impacts from AUKUS growth and migration on local infrastructure and markets.
news
Perth's Housing Crisis: Data Reveals Critical Affordability Decisions Ahead
New analysis of population growth, vacancy rates, and development pipelines shows Western Australia's capital is at a critical inflection point where policy choices made today will determine affordability for decades.
news
Perth Schools Overcrowded: How Population Boom Impacts WA Education
Perth's schools and universities struggle with overcrowding as WA's population grows 60,000 annually. Explore how the education crisis affects families seeking the best schools in Perth.
lifestyle
Subiaco's Rokeby Road transforms into wellness hub for growing residents
Rokeby Road storefronts are converting to fitness and recovery spaces as Subiaco draws more residents seeking local health options.
lifestyle
Perth Residents Share Tested Winter Survival Tips for City Living
Residents in established neighbourhoods pass on tested advice for handling Perth winters and weekends without unnecessary extras.
wellness
Walking Groups Perth: Start One in Your Neighbourhood
Learn how to start a walking group in Perth suburbs like Subiaco and East Perth. Discover local routes, meeting times, and how to recruit walkers in your area.
finance
Perth's Property and Housing Market: Prices, Rents and What Drives Them
A plain-language guide to how Perth's residential property and rental market works, what shapes demand, and where the affordability pressures sit.
wellness
Beyond Kings Park: The Hidden Nature Walks Perth Locals Love But Tourists Miss
While visitors queue for the Kings Park boardwalk, Perthites are quietly logging kilometres on trails that wind through wetlands, coastal heath and river bushland most interstate travellers never find.
news
Perth Housing Crisis: Critical Planning Decisions Shape Next Decade
As population pressure mounts and land disputes intensify, Western Australia's capital faces a pivotal moment in urban planning that will determine whether it grows sustainably or slides into crisis.
property
Best Suburbs to Live in Perth 2026: By Lifestyle, Family Size and Budget
The best suburbs to live in Perth in 2026: inner city Subiaco and Mount Lawley, family-friendly Joondalup and Duncraig, and the best value areas in the outer suburbs.
community
Scitech Perth Launches Interactive Science Exhibits for July 2026 School Holidays
Scitech in West Perth offers interactive science experiences suitable for children from toddlers to teens during the July 2026 school holidays.
property
Perth's Sub-1% Vacancy Rate Reshapes Rental Market for Tenants, Landlords
With a sub-1% vacancy rate, tenants are facing tough competition for properties, while landlords are enjoying high demand and rising rents.
news
Perth Residents Demand Action as Housing Costs Soar Beyond Reach
Community groups across the metro area express frustration with local government's response to skyrocketing rents and property prices, as the state's economic boom leaves ordinary Australians behind.
news
AUKUS Defence Deal Reshapes Perth Economy, Divides Western Australia Communities
From Henderson shipyards to Cockburn Sound suburbs, the defence billions reshaping WA's economy are drawing praise, anxiety and hard questions from the communities living closest to the boom.
news
Perth's Housing Crisis: A Decade of Policy Failures Explained
From Metronet delays to migration surges, the perfect storm brewing in suburbs from Northbridge to Thornlie has roots stretching back years.
community
Kings Park Draws Millions: Perth's 400-Hectare Swan River Gem Ranked Globally
The 400-hectare park above the Swan River is Perth's most visited destination.
Politics
Western Australia's New Housing Policy Reshapes Perth's Middle-Ring Suburbs
Latest changes to WA’s housing and planning rules are set to bring more apartments and social housing to Perth’s middle-ring suburbs, while some existing homeowners may see more construction and fewer guarantees for neighbourhood character.
sport
Perth's World-Class Pools Attract Swimmers of Every Competitive Level
With world-class aquatic facilities, year-round ocean swimming and a thriving club scene, Perth is one of the best cities in Australia for swimmers of every level.
finance
Perth Energy and Infrastructure Decisions Shape Local Business Conditions
Funding commitments, plant plans and an acquisition illustrate how Perth companies are directing capital into renewables, gas and distribution networks.
finance
ASX 200 Gains 0.24% as Global Markets Rally Higher
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Perth investors and super balances.
Technology
AI Perth Small Business: How Local Firms Cut Waste 23%
Perth small businesses from Northbridge to Subiaco are using AI scheduling and predictive ordering to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Here's how local restaurants and cafes are adopting the technology.
Technology
Perth Tech Companies Launch AI and Wearable Products Through 2027
Local firms map timelines for household AI tools and productivity wearables aimed at Western Australian users through 2027.
finance
Perth Telecom Operators Battle Outages, Rising Costs, Regulatory Changes
Perth operators confront outages, rising costs and shifting regulations that threaten service reliability through the rest of 2026.
property
Perth Buyers Turn to Rent-Vesting to Escape Suburb Price Squeeze
Perth buyers priced out of desired suburbs are turning to rent-vesting to secure investment properties while renting closer to work and lifestyle needs.
community
Moving to Perth: Guide to Australia's Most Isolated City
Why thousands relocate to Perth despite its remote location and what you need to know before moving.
community
Perth's Top 5 Suburbs for 2026: Families, Schools, Young Professionals
The best Perth suburbs in 2026 for families, young professionals, retirees, first home buyers and lifestyle seekers.
wellness
Free Mental Health Services in Perth: How to Access
Perth residents can access no-cost mental health support through established public health services. Learn how to reach free counselling, intake clinics, and phone triage across metropolitan suburbs without upfront fees.
community
Kings Park and Botanic Garden: a visitor's guide to Perth's iconic parkland, including the Federation Walkway, guided walks and wildflowers
Perth's largest inner-city park offers visitors accessible paths and seasonal displays in a central location.
news
Perth's Housing Boom: Policymakers Face Critical Affordable Growth Decisions
As the city grapples with a surge in demand, policymakers must make crucial choices to ensure affordable and sustainable growth.
news
Perth Pursues Sustainability Goals, Lags Behind Vancouver and Copenhagen
As major cities worldwide race to cut emissions, Perth is charting its own course-with mixed results compared to Vancouver, Copenhagen and Melbourne.
Politics
Federal housing targets slip as Perth faces deepening shortage
Australia's building crisis worsens as the government falls behind, intensifying Perth's affordability crisis and straining local markets.
property
Banksia Grove Emerges as Perth’s New Investment Hotspot
North of the river, Banksia Grove’s property market is surging as investors rush into a tightly held rental market.
property
First-Time Buyers Navigate Perth's Competitive Housing Market Successfully
As the Western Australian property market continues to grow, first-time buyers face unique challenges in securing their dream home
Politics
Perth Households Receive Mixed Cost-of-Living Relief Under Federal Policy
As inflation pressures persist, Perth families are eligible for a mix of targeted payments and tax adjustments, but combined impact remains modest relative to local cost-of-living pressures.
news
Perth's Housing Boom: What Happens Next and the Key Decisions Ahead
As the city grapples with a surge in demand, policymakers must make crucial choices to ensure affordable and sustainable growth
property
First-time buyers navigate Perth's surging property market challenges
With rents punishing tenants and landlords sitting on record equity gains, there has never been a more complicated, or more urgent, time to make the leap from renter to owner in Perth.
community
Perth Tilers 2026: Bathroom and Floor Tiling Costs Guide
Perth tiling guide 2026: how much bathroom tiling and floor tiling costs in Perth, DEMIRS licence requirements, sandy limestone soil tile adhesion, and how to find a reliable tiler near you.
Technology
Perth Startups Transform Healthcare, Energy With City-Backed Programs
From faster pediatric care to greener energy, city-backed programs are reshaping everyday life in Western Australia's capital.
Technology
Perth Fintech Startups Attract $85M in Funding
Perth's fintech startups are attracting serious venture capital investment, reshaping how locals bank. Discover how the city's financial technology sector is competing with Melbourne and Sydney.
community
Perth's Booming Economy and Sunshine Attract 2026 Relocators
Perth offers sunshine, space and a booming economy, with a unique lifestyle that converts almost everyone.
news
Perth's Population Surged 40% in Two Decades, Transforming Into Multicultural Hub
From resources boom to housing crisis, Western Australia's capital has undergone a transformation that tells the story of migration, economics, and shifting settlement patterns.
Politics
AUKUS Defence Contracts Policy: Perth Candidates Spotlight Local Job Impacts Compared to Adelaide and Melbourne
Perth residents in suburbs near HMAS Stirling stand to see more defence-related employment under the contracts, while candidates note the distribution differs from shipbuilding hubs in South Australia and Victoria.
news
Perth Outpaces Global Cities With Strategic Growth Management Strategy
Amid soaring demand and strategic investments, Perth balances expansion and infrastructure unlike many global counterparts.
community
Explore Fremantle Markets: 150+ Stalls in Historic 1897 Building
Fremantle Markets, established in 1897 inside a heritage-listed Victorian building, operate on weekends with free entry and more than 150 stalls selling produce, food and crafts.
community
Northbridge Events This Week: Family Activities Fill Perth's Trendiest Suburb
Families enjoy autumn in Perth's most liveable inner-city suburb.