The Swan Valley is the most northern and warmest of the wine regions in Western Australia and so vintage finishes the earliest. The region is renowned for their fortifies and includes more than 40 vineyards growing varieties that include Verdelho, Shiraz, Cabernet, Grenache and Chenin. The 2024 vintage finished in February. Caroline Taylor from Wines […]
The Decanter World Wine Awards in London is the world’s most influential wine show, with wine judges tasting 18,000 of the world’s finest wines. Only 50 wines are awarded Best in Show. To get to this level, wines must first go through two rounds of blind tasting and three separate approvals by a regional panel, a Co-Chair, […]
With over 8,000 islands housing a mixture of rainforest, beaches, pristine waters and wildlife, a lifetime wouldn’t be long enough to explore everything Australia has to offer. Some of these islands remain virtually untouched, with few footprints left behind. From self-sailing the Great Barrier Reef, to mountain biking through Lord Howe Island, these lavish […]
Ever wish the the summer Fringe Festival came twice a year? If so, you are going to love RE//PERTH, an exciting urban arts festival in Northbridge by ARTRAGE, the same team responsible for the Fringe Festival and Rooftop Movies. For ten days Northbridge comes alive with music, food markets, sustainable fashion and live performances including the WA […]
At this year’s Revelation Film Festival you get to choose from 100 special events, feature films and short films being shown at the Revelation Perth International Film Festival. Movies are showing every day from Wednesday July 3 until Sunday July 14, starting as early as 11am and running past midnight. Most of the movies are […]
The music festival scene in Australia is on the rise, with even small boutique festivals attracting record numbers and a rapidly expanding global audience willing to travel Down Under for the big events. Since COVID, Australia’s music scene has made a full recovery, attracting an estimated two million festival goers, both local and international, each […]
The winter school holidays is the perfect time to take the kids to the movies and this year, there is an great range of animated features and short films to enjoy. For the ultimate treat, on July 7 and 14, Revelation Perth International Film Festival has two awesome nights of newly released animated short films […]
Looking for new ways to keep your kids entertained for the school holidays? We found six fun and creative drop & go workshops with everything from creating lunar themed worlds in Minecraft to soft sculpting their very own felt Sanrio friend. Spaces for the best workshops are always in short supply so we suggest booking […]
A day at the museum is far from boring, as the WA Museums across the state are running an incredible range of exhibits, tours and activities throughout the school holidays. From a trip to the moon to a deep-sea diving adventure, check out our guide to the best museum events coming up at the WA […]
Halal meats are a staple in Muslim communities, adhering to specific halal rules that require animals to be completely bled out, removing impurities and making the meat cleaner and taste better. It’s just one of the reasons Halal meats are becoming increasingly popular, not just for their quality but also their ethical considerations. The concept […]
The 27th Revelation Perth International Film Festival starts on July 3, and over 12 days showcases more than 100 feature films and documentaries plus an amazing selection of creative short films. Regarded as Australia’s leading independent film event, this is a film-lovers’ dream and a chance to enjoy incredible new film and meet the ‘who’s […]
Perth Concert Hall is renowned as one of the leading concert venues in the southern hemisphere and the perfect place to enjoy amazing local and international acts coming to Perth. Check out ten performances coming up in the second half of 2024 that are not to be missed. David Helfgott Sunday, July 7 Highly-acclaimed Australian […]
The Indian Pacific is Australia’s most iconic train journey and the only train trip in the world taking passengers from the Indian to the Pacific Ocean and includes the longest stretch of straight track in the world (478km), making it a bucket list experience for train enthusiasts from across the globe. This incredible 4,352km trip […]
Sometimes death has the most to teach us about life. Ruben wakes to find that his cousin has died by suicide on a hot Darwin morning. What follows is the story of a family, buffeted by constant tragedy, holding itself together – as their people have done generation after generation. This play asks us: how […]
The 27th Revelation Perth International Film Festival starts on July 3, and over 12 days showcases more than 100 feature films and documentaries plus an amazing selection of creative short films. Regarded as Australia’s leading independent film event, this is a film-lovers’ dream and a chance to enjoy incredible new film and meet the ‘who’s […]
Qantas Australian National Tourism Awards being the most prestigious tourism award in Australia helps plan ahead to national hotspot destinations for your next holidays. Upon entering the competitions, finalists must first win at their respective local state and territory awards before going head-to-head with the countries best. Here’s a list of nine of the 2023 […]
Western Australia producers some of world’s finest fish, meat and other produce delivered fresh from the Kimberley down through the Southwest. Yet, there are some areas in which local producers simply can’t compete with our European cousins. Mercifully, there are a handful of specialist importers and food retailers catering to those in need of the […]
Crossing the Nullarbor from the Goldfields in Western Australia to the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia is probably the most iconic of all the road trips in Australia.
Searching for the ultimate spot to dine in with your mates, satisfy those cravings with a quick takeaway or indulge in some seriously sinful baked goods? Look no further because we have uncovered Perth halal dining scene. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and treat yourself to a feast of flavours that will have […]
Reviewing some of the South Australian winners of the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
Late last year, high-end women’s fashion boutique MARA Collective opened on the corner of New Lane and Rokeby Rd, bringing a much-needed sense of style to Subi’s hospitality-heavy scene.
See the WA winners from the AHA accommodation awards announced on Monday, April 15.
World Art Day (15 April) is a global celebration that honours the contributions of artists and promotes the importance of the arts in our lives. The day also marks the birthday of the famous artist, Leonardo da Vinci, who is regarded as one of the greatest artists of all time. Dr. Christina Davies, Chief Investigator […]
Last week, for the first time, WA won gold at the Men’s Netball Australian Nationals in the ’20 & under’ division. To make victory just a little sweeter, the final was against Victoria, the undisputed leader in Australian men’s netball, with a team that had rarely – or ever – experienced losing a single game […]
“From waxing to waning, the moon has entranced scientists, artists, poets, and dreamers for centuries.” This exhibition serves as a time capsule, bridging ancient Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dreamtime stories to contemporary pop culture, from the Apollo 11 Moon landing to the iconic lunar footprints left by legends like Neil Armstrong. Blast off into […]