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University guilds, executives, staff associations, and business leaders were all consulted for a major review, which is now in the government’s hands.

Works on the main bus stand next to Rottnest Island’s Holy Trinity Catholic Church came to an abrupt halt on Wednesday as human remains were uncovered.

Two WA Police officers have had a lucky escape, walking away unscathed after their car rolled during a crash in Midland on Sunday.

Tourism operators ravaged by one of Australia’s most remarkable cyclones will receive grants to help rebuild.

Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson warned the state will not hesitate to utilise harsh penalties for companies that failed to hand over supply chain information, as she confirmed WA was mulling its own strategic stockpile.

Perth households are being asked to build a new habit. Starting this month, the City of Perth has begun rolling out FOGO bins, or Food Organics and Garden Organics, to houses and smaller residential buildings with up to five units. The lime-green lidded bin that many residents knew as their garden waste bin has been upgraded: you can now put food scraps in it, too.

Residents in the rollout receive a free kitchen caddy and two rolls of compostable liners to help collect food scraps inside before emptying them into the FOGO bin. The collection schedule is changing as well. The lime-green FOGO bin goes out weekly, while the red-lidded general waste bin and yellow-lidded recycling bin are collected on alternating fortnights. This will likely result in many overflowing, smelly general waste bins on bin day.

The City of Perth isn’t the first local government to roll out FOGO. As of October 2024, 23 Western Australian local governments had rolled out FOGO to 270,000 households. The City of Fremantle was among the first councils in Perth to make the switch, and others, including Belmont, Cottesloe, Swan, Bayswater, and Joondalup, have since followed. It’s part of a state-mandated push, with Western Australia’s Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030 targeting a consistent three-bin FOGO rollout across all local governments in the Perth and Peel regions.

What can you put in the FOGO bin?

All food organics are acceptable — fruit and vegetable scraps, meat, dairy, tea leaves, coffee grounds, bread, seafood, eggshells, leftovers, and unpackaged out-of-date food. On the garden side: grass clippings, plant cuttings, flowers, weeds, small branches, twigs, and leaves.

What can’t go in the FOGO bin?

Regular plastic bags are out, including biodegradable and “recycled plastic” bags. Caddy liners need to be compostable to break down properly at the organics facility without introducing chemicals into the compost. Putting plastic bags in the FOGO bin contaminates the entire load.

The red-lidded general waste bin remains the destination for anything that can’t be composted or recycled, such as nappies, plastic bags, soft plastics, and anything with food residue that can’t be cleaned off.

The aim is to reduce the amount going to landfill

Most of what Perth households throw away doesn’t need to go to landfill, and landfill is financially and environmentally expensive.

Waste audits across Perth and Peel show that only about 26% of what goes into red-lidded general waste bins is actual general waste. The rest is organic material that could be composted or items that can be recycled. 

When organic waste goes to a landfill rather than compost, it breaks down without oxygen and releases methane — a greenhouse gas significantly more potent than carbon dioxide over a short timeframe. Turning FOGO material into compost instead reduces methane emissions and produces high-quality compost for use on farms, in parks, and in gardens.

The initial rollout covers houses and smaller residential buildings with up to five units. Residents unsure whether their property is included can contact the City of Perth directly. 

Properties not in the first phase will continue on their existing bin system for now, with the City working through staged rollouts; a common approach given that apartments and high-density buildings require separate planning to manage contamination and shared bin configurations.

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Micah died in his sleep about two years ago, and his death was considered to be Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).

For Cameron Bostock hiking is a massive part of his life, and now he is sharing some of the best trails across WA that he thinks everyone should visit.

Police and ambulances ran to the scene in Stoneville just before 9am this morning but the occupants of the vehicle could not be saved.

After more than a decade of legal battles, a landmark Supreme Court ruling will determine who is entitled to billions of dollars in Pilbara iron ore royalties, and could send ripples through the resources sector.

Earlier this week, cybersecurity websites and social media accounts reported a hacker under the moniker “hackboy” had stolen data from 900,002 accounts.

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Even as economically devastating extreme weather events become more prevalent, WA’s government prioritises industry demands for faster approvals over safeguarding the environment we all depend on.

Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just looking for an excuse to get out and get fit in the cooler weather, the season of autumn was made for walking. So why not take the opportunity to explore some of the state’s most glorious, naturally beautiful delights.

From dog-friendly trails to cascading waterfalls or dazzling ocean views, a refreshing walk to clear the mind and get the blood pumping is not hard to come by if you know where to look.

Whistlepipe Gully Source: @jutta_runs

A relatively easy, completely pooch-friendly hiking trail, Whistlepipe Gully has soared in popularity among walking enthusiasts due to its blossoming wildflowers and flowing waters. 

You’ll find it at the end of Lewis Road where the dedicated walking trail will take you around the creek with a series of rapids, pools, and wildflowers bursting in colour. It’s complete serenity and a great track to get out and about with your furry friend. 

• Length: 3.5-kilometre loop
• Location: Mundy Regional Park
• Difficulty: Easy

Eagle View Walk Trail

It’s no secret that John Forrest National Park is a Perth favourite when it comes to a nature-filled day trip, and the Eagle View Walk Trail is the absolute cream of the crop when you’re looking for a nice autumn walk here. 

The challenging 15-kilometre walk takes about four hours to complete and offers great views across the Swan Coastal Plain to Perth City and the ocean in the distance. Along the way, you’ll pass waterfalls and jarrah and wandoo forests. 

• Length: 15-kilometre loop
• Location: John Forrest National Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Echidna Trail

The 11-kilometre Echidna Trail follows the Avon River and passes through marri and wandoo woodland. Watch where you step as the track is rocky with some steep gravel ascents and descents. 

Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos and a myriad of birdlife, including galahs, fantails, thornbills, and black-faced cuckoo-shrikes. 

• Length: 11-kilometre loop
• Location: Walyunga National Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Rocky Pool Walk Trail Source: @soups_tony

Rocky Pool features a rugged bush walk leading to a glistening natural river pool edged by rocks. 

Length-wise, it’s on the easier side, just a five-kilometre loop around the forests of Kalamunda National Park. But there are still a few steep descents and gravel pathways to navigate. Pack a picnic if you’re up for having a bit more weight on your back, and pick an idyllic lunch perch on the rocks above the pool when you arrive.

• Length: Five-kilometre loop
• Location: Kalamunda National Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Burns Beach 

As far as coastal walks go, Burns Beach is up there with our favourites. 

It’s not as crowded as the Sorrento or Cottesloe paths, and the views over the turquoise ocean are nothing short of stunning. Begin at the Burns Beach car park and make your way to Mullaloo for a relaxing, invigorating stroll along the ocean. 

• Length: 7.8-kilometre loop 
• Location: Burns Beach
• Difficulty: Easy

Lesmurdie Falls Source: @shotbylukewilliams

Best enjoyed at sunset, Lesmurdie Falls offers spectacular views and is one of the Perth Hills’ best waterfalls.

To soak it all in, you’ll want to take the loop trail to catch all angles of the cascading water. It’s the perfect place to hit refresh while enjoying a slice of nature. 

There are a number of walking trails you can explore, depending on how much time you have, your fitness level, and the difficulty level. 

• Length: Varies depending on which trail you walk, with three kilometres being the longest 
• Location: Mundy Regional Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Palm Terrace Walk

While we’re on the topic of Lesmurdie, we need to mention the Palm Terrace Walk. 

It’s a fairly tough trek through Mundy Regional Park and Lesmurdie Falls National Park. But it’s a lot quieter than some other trails and boasts some of the best panoramic views of Perth.

• Length: 5.5-kilometre loop
• Location: Lesmurdie Falls National Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Ellis Brook Reserve  Source: @vandermeerkat

Tucked away in Gosnells, when this little valley isn’t blooming with wildflowers, it’s turning up the beauty dial with lookouts over the city and forests. 

There are a few paths you can take for an easier walk to the Sixty Foot Falls Circuit, but the loop is the best way to make the most of your visit. It’s the perfect choice for those just getting into hiking or wanting to take the family out for a gorgeous autumn walk. 

• Length: 5.8-kilometre loop
• Location: Gosnells
• Difficulty: Moderate

Victoria Reservoir Trail

For a walk fused with a little bit of history, this is a must. 

You’ll find the start point of the trail at the car park before the gates into the Reservoir. From here, take in the surrounding bushland and relics of the first dam ever constructed in WA. A little further down, you’ll find Mason Bird Bridge, the oldest surviving timber bridge in Australia. 

Make sure you take some lunch and set up at the grassed picnic area to top off the day. 

• Length: 7.2-kilometre loop
• Location: Korung National Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Dwerta Mia Walk

If you’re looking for a super-easy trail perfect for the kids to tag along on, say hello to Dwerta Mia. 

You can explore Boomerang Gorge and discover how the limestone environment formed over hundreds of years, with interpretive signage offering a unique Australian experience through the eyes of Aboriginal culture. 

• Length: 1-kilometre loop
• Location: Yanchep National Park
• Difficulty: Easy

Kitty’s Gorge Source: @stumckay

Kitty’s Gorge is an all-day stop through lush bushland scenery, gorges, impressive outcrops, and waterfalls (at the right time of year). It’s easily one of Perth’s best autumn walks.

It follows the Serpentine River and Gooralong Brook to a glorious turnaround point at the notoriously popular Serpentine Falls — where you’ll find barbecue facilities and a shaded spot to rest. You can take it on from either end, but we’d recommend starting at the Jarrahdale end to stop for lunch at the falls halfway. 

• Length: 14-kilometre loop
• Location: Serpentine National Park
• Difficulty: Moderate

Looking for more Perth hiking trails? Check out our guide 30 Best Hikes & Walking Trails In Perth & Surrounds.

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The days are shorter, the mornings cooler, and the trees distinctly more orange. Yep, we’re smack bang in the middle of one of our glorious Perth autumns. Before you start bunkering down in preparation for the winter chill, there’s still plenty of outdoor activity to be had. Make the most of those beautiful, temperate days and get your fill of the outdoors with one of these amazing autumn experiences.

Playing in the leaves at Raeburn Orchards Credit: Experience Perth Hills

Come May, Raeburn Orchards in Roleystone turns into an orange, red, and yellow-hued autumnal wonderland.

Though the orchard grows apples and pears during the autumn months, it’s a different fruit that brings people to the area in droves. Pay a $5.00 entry fee (free for kids) to access the orchard’s brightly coloured persimmon groves, where you have free rein to take as many photos as you please. Just don’t get handsy with the trees — the fruit isn’t yours to pick.

If you time your visit for the weekend, you’ll catch some of the local food trucks setting up shop by the orchard. So, bring a picnic blanket, grab some apple cider from Roleystone Brewing Company‘s orchard cellar door, and settle in for an afternoon amongst the leaves.

Picking your own apples at The Fruit Corner Credit: Rose & Rhyme Studio

Apple pie is on the menu this autumn, and at $4.00/kg for either Granny Smith or Pink Lady apples, you can’t not get your supplies from The Fruit Corner in Pickering Brook. The best part? You can make a day of it and head out to pick a big bag (or box) full yourself.

It costs $5.00 to access the orchard, and then you just pay for what you pick. While you’re there, you can pick up a great range of other seasonal fruit and veg from the on-site store.

Paddling in the crisp morning air

There are few things better than those crisp, clear autumn mornings. Make the most of them by joining an 8:15 am ‘morning meander’ guided kayak tour with Water Wanderers.

The tour will see you paddle around the calm waters of the Swan River, past Burswood Park and Claisebrook Cove. Your guide will give you a rundown on the area’s history while you’re on the move and will be more than happy to help take a snap while you’re out there, too.

Feasting at Millbrook Winery Credit: Millbrook Winery

With the change in season comes a fresh menu from one of Perth’s most-loved winery restaurants, Millbrook Estate in Jarrahdale, which was recently awarded two stars in the 2026 WA Good Food Guide Awards. Stone fruits and tomatoes are dropped from the menu to make way for more seasonal heirloom carrots and apples, all sourced from the winery’s incredible heirloom vegetable garden or wider afield on the property. You can book in for an à la carte lunch on Thursdays through to Sundays. Or head out on a Monday for a special kind of feast.

After a busy weekend of service, the three-course ‘no waste Monday’ meal ($60.00 per person) purposely uses the fresh garden produce that remains. You never know what you’re going to get. But they can be some of the best meals at the winery as they really showcase the chef’s creativity.

Spotting the whales in the deep blue Credit: Whale Watch Western Australia

Believe it or not, autumn is actually prime blue whale activity time through the Perth Canyon, 30 nautical miles off the coast of Perth.

The endangered whales pass through the krill-rich feeding ground between March and May. And you can have a chance at spotting them on one of Whale Watch Western Australia‘s seven-hour tours. You’ll board the boat at 8:00 am along with a team of researchers, before setting out into the deep blue on an exciting information-gathering expedition. If you’re lucky, you might even spot an orca or two!

Tickets for the tour start at $385.00, and include morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea on board.

Biking through the Perth Hills

Suck in that fresh autumn air as you gently pedal your way through the scenic Perth hills.

The best way to do it? Make it a journey through a few of the best venues in the hills. At different points along the journey, you’ll be calling into the hills’ favourite pubs to catch your breath and enjoy some of their most popular refreshments.

The slightly cooler weather at this time of year is perfect for knocking out the five-hour ride along the Railway Heritage Reserve Trail, through Glen Forrest and beyond to Darlington.

Picnicking at Hyde Park Credit: Daniel Grant

Hyde Park looks different season by season. In spring, it’s covered in a sea of red and purple from the blooming flame and jacaranda trees. In autumn, it’s awash with orange as the leaves of the plane trees edge ever closer to dropping.

Make the most of the autumnal scenes, roll up your picnic blanket, schedule a stop at nearby Chu Bakery for some meticulously decorated pastries, and set up on a patch of grass overlooking the lake and the frame of plane trees.

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Claremont Quarter’s Laneway has reopened as a fully formed dining precinct, with all five of its incoming operators now trading after a revitalisation that began in early 2025.

The precinct is home to Grill’d, Izakaya Gin, Bellissimo, Chilli Jam, and Yo-Chi, and we’re looking forward to heading down and trying all of them. 

Chilli Jam comes from the team behind Bangkok Brothers, Six Senses, and Spice Market, and from what we’ve been told, it doesn’t disappoint. Izakaya Gin draws on Japanese street-food heritage, and Bellissimo covers Italian staples, from pizza and pasta to spritzes. And we all know Grill’d and Yo-Chi by now — one fills the casual and healthy-ish burger slot, the other self-serve frozen yoghurt. We’re pretty certain you can guess which is which.

Doug Addis, General Manager at Claremont Quarter, described the completed Laneway as the first step in a broader strategy by the owner, Hawaiian, to strengthen the centre’s standing as a dining and experience destination.

“Working closely with our hospitality partners, we’ve brought together a mix that balances local favourites with fresh energy,” Addis said. “The result is a precinct that offers variety and quality in equal measure.”

Hawaiian, which owns and manages Claremont Quarter, has been pushing the centre beyond traditional retail. The Laneway is the next piece of the puzzle, designed to fit into a broader focus on food, community programming, and what the company calls “experience-led placemaking.”

Where to find it

The Laneway is located within Claremont Quarter in Perth’s western suburbs. 

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Perth has landed AC Milan, FC Internazionale Milano, Juventus, and Palermo FC for a three-match Italian football tournament at Optus Stadium this August, in what the state government is billing as part of a “Winter of Unmissable Sport.”

Tourism Minister Reece Whitby commented, “Western Australia is ready to welcome these giants of Italian football to Perth this winter as part of our Winter of Unmissable Sport, featuring unforgettable events that are sure to draw fans from around the world and place our State firmly on the international stage.”

The tournament, called Calcio Italiano, is an Australian-exclusive pre-season event supported by the Cook Government through Tourism WA. Three matches are scheduled across the first two weeks of August: 

• AC Milan take on Inter on Wednesday, August 5th
• Juventus face Inter on Saturday, August 8th
• Juventus meet Palermo FC on Tuesday, August 11th

Two of the fixtures recreate Italian football’s most famous rivalries. The AC Milan v Inter match is the Derby della Madonnina — one of the most charged club encounters in European football — while the Juventus v Inter clash is the Derby d’Italia, a rivalry that cuts across the entire country and dates back well over a century. Perth getting both in the same tournament, in the same week, will be a spectacle!

The event is the direct result of a relationship that started in 2024, when Perth hosted AC Milan and AS Roma in a friendly at Optus Stadium. That match drew close to 7,500 people from interstate and overseas and generated nearly $9 million for the WA economy — strong enough numbers to accelerate conversations about something bigger.

Calcio Italiano is that something bigger. Much bigger. AC Milan and Inter are currently first and second in the 2025-26 Serie A table. AC Milan has won seven UEFA Champions League titles. Inter has claimed 20 Serie A titles. Juventus, with 38 Serie A titles and a social media following pushing 150 million, is arguably the most globally recognised club in the tournament. Palermo FC, founded in 1900, rounds out the field as one of Sicily’s most storied sides.

“Attracting these clubs to Perth for this specific event across a week is truly a unique opportunity for football fans in Australia and around the world to experience a global event in the winter months.”

“It’s fantastic to continue strengthening our relationship with Italy’s major football clubs, ensuring we can secure exclusive opportunities like Calcio Italiano and demonstrate that Western Australia is a world-class host for major sporting events,” added Whitby.

Part of a bigger winter of unmissable sports

The tournament lands in the middle of a packed events window for Perth. The same four-week period includes a Wallabies v Italy rugby union match under the Nations Championship banner, AFL fixtures, the Perth SuperSprint, an NRL game between Melbourne Storm and Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, the Backroads Gravel, and the Avon Descent.

The government’s pitch is that stacking events creates extended stays — visitors coming for one event, staying for another — thereby compounding the economic return beyond what any single fixture would generate on its own.

Tickets

Pre-sales open on Tuesday, April 14th, with general sales from Wednesday, April 15th. More information is at calcioperth.com.

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The City of Fremantle will vote to amend a local planning law in a bid to curb illegal tobacco sales at convenience stores across the CBD.

Jason Derulo is coming to Perth. The Miami-born singer, who has sold over 250 million singles across a career stretching back to his 2010 debut, has announced The Last Dance World Tour, and RAC Arena is on the schedule, with a show locked in for Wednesday, September 23rd.

The tour follows the release of his new album The Last Dance (Part 1), and the Australian run — taking in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth — wraps up the wider world tour that has already moved through the UK and Europe.

What to expect on the night

Derulo has built a reputation as a live performer who treats his shows as productions rather than concerts. His sets lean heavily on choreography, with a cast of dancers and tightly rehearsed routines that have drawn strong reviews throughout the European leg of the tour.

Recent shows have drawn on more than a decade of hits — Whatcha Say, Talk Dirty, Ridin’ Solo, Wiggle, Savage Love, Swalla, Want to Want Me, and In My Head have all featured, alongside material from the new record. He also typically includes an acoustic section mid-set that gives his vocal more room to breathe.

The details September 17, 2026BrisbaneBrisbane Entertainment CentreSeptember 19, 2026SydneyQudos Bank ArenaSeptember 21, 2026MelbourneRod Laver ArenaSeptember 23, 2026PerthRAC ArenaSeptember 27, 2026AucklandSpark Arena

Jason Derulo will perform at RAC Arena on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026. 

An artist presale opens Monday, April 13th at 10:00 am, followed by a TEG Live presale on Tuesday, April 14th at 11:00 am. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, April 15th, at 11:00 am through Ticketek.

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