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.
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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.
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.
Perth Residents Have No Direct Ballot Measures to Vote On, But Here Is What That Means Compared to Other Australian Cities
Australia's constitutional design leaves Perth and all West Australians without the citizen-initiated referendum mechanisms common in other democracies, a gap that shapes how policy changes on everything from iron ore royalties to public transport actually reach voters.
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.
Perth Retail Growth Defies National Trends Amid Global Retail Shift
As international strategies pivot, Perth experiences a local boom in retail occupancy and evolving consumer preferences.
Perth's $15 billion transport overhaul transforms commute times, property values
As Metronet delivers new rail lines and road networks expand across the metropolitan area, fresh data shows how West Australia's infrastructure investment is reshaping commute times and property values.
Ampol's cashless expansion tests WA's cash mandate as fuel giant expands without restrictions
Major fuel retailer's plan to triple cashless sites comes after securing a five-year exemption from national cash requirements, leaving Perth drivers with fewer payment options.
South Australia's e-bike and e-scooter laws signal potential regulatory shift for WA
South Australia is planning to overhaul speed limits and age restrictions for e-bikes and e-scooters, moves that may influence Western Australian policy makers.
Napping: when it helps and when it hurts
Short daytime rests can sharpen focus for Perth residents juggling river cycles and park runs, yet poor timing risks wrecking overnight sleep.
Perth Startups Secure $1.2B in VC Funding, Target Global Scale
With over $1.2 billion in VC funding flowing through Western Australia last year, emerging tech founders reveal what's next for AI, climate tech and fintech innovation in the CBD and beyond.
Dog-Friendly Parks Perth: Fitness Groups & Off-Leash Zones
Discover Perth's best dog-friendly parks offering off-leash zones and weekend fitness classes. Combine pet exercise with group workouts at Kings Park and Swan River locations.
Perth first home buyers gain edge as investor tax changes bite
New tax rules are deterring property investors, reducing competition for owner-occupiers seeking to enter Perth's housing market.
Perth Conveyancing Costs 2026: What Buyers and Sellers Actually Pay
Wondering what conveyancing costs in Perth in 2026? This guide covers typical WA conveyancer fees, what's included, stamp duty in Western Australia, and how to choose a conveyancer for buying or selling property in Perth.
Perth's Weather Tech Outperforms Global Cities During Cold Snap
With a 7-day cold snap tightening its grip on the Swan coastal plain, Perth's meteorological infrastructure is quietly punching above its weight against comparable cities worldwide.
Perth's Housing Crisis Intensifies as Defence Workers Strain City Supply
As demand from AUKUS defence workers and skilled migrants strains supply, WA planners face critical decisions on density, infrastructure and affordability that will define Perth's next decade.
Perth's Radio and TV Stars Abandon Sinking Ship After Decade
A wave of departures from Perth radio and television in 2026 didn't happen overnight, here's the decade-long story behind the empty studios.