To better understand what is means to be ‘a local’ our suburb profile seeks to understand the local stories Koora (past) Boordawan (future) and respond to Ngalang Maya (our place) This snapshot identifies the unique character of Mount Lawley’s neighbourhood and helps the City rethink how we deliver services with a local focus Mount Lawley’s premier retail precinct is situated on Beaufort Street centering on the Walcott Street intersection Mount Lawley was named in honour of Sir Arthur Lawley the Governor of Western Australia from May 1901 to August 1902 Mount Lawley was built on land surveyed between 1833 and 1839 and granted to William Layton and John Gregory The area became renowned as a stopping place for travellers in the 1830s when Gregory established the Pineapple Inn Subdivision of Mount Lawley began in 1892 by the Sydney and Perth Land Building and Investment Company John Robinson and Samuel Copley acquired land in 1900 which was later developed as the Mount Lawley Estate The area attracted wealthy business people and high-ranking public servants Amenities such as churches and colleges were also provided in order to cater for the local population For more information on Mount Lawley's history, visit the Mount Lawley Heritage Walk webpage Forrest Park Croquet Club These are the top local priorities you've told us about what's important for Mount Lawley: The City has created Locally-led Stirling to drive deeper connection at a local suburb level to listen and respond with a local focus At the heart of this Locally-led approach is an understanding that local people know what they need and a vision for everyone to get involved in shaping what it means to be “a local” We want to bring neighbours together, invest in local stories and inspire opportunities to work together. To find out more about Locally-led Stirling, visit Shaping our City If you're looking for ways to get involved in your local area, please contact one of the City’s Local Engagement Officers by emailing getinvolved@stirling.wa.gov.au Mount Lawley is largely characterised by Federation and Colonial style dwellings with isolated examples of English vernacular revival The majority of houses are single detached dwellings on large lots There are also some group and multiple unit developments dispersed throughout the suburb Many of the older character homes are of heritage value The majority of homes in Mt Lawley are of brick and tile construction Most retail development in Mount Lawley is situated on Beaufort Street centering on the Walcott Street intersection There are also several small local shops dispersed throughout the suburb to satisfy local daily needs Recreation opportunities are provided by a number of small local parks and Inglewood Oval Hamer Park offers facilities for lawn bowls and the park adjoining the Memorial Gardens contains tennis courts and another green for lawn bowls Mount Lawley contains five local open spaces one community open space and one district open space The Astor Theatre situated on the corner of Beaufort Street and Walcott Street is one of the suburb's significant landmarks. The Astor, built in 1911 and renovated in the popular art-deco style in 1939, is listed both on the City of Stirling Municipal Inventory and the State Register of Heritage Places. Beaucott Building situated across the street from Astor Theatre was constructed in 1938 and is also listed on the City of Stirling Municipal Inventory. It is an important representative building from the second period of development of Beaufort Street with aesthetic significance and important townscape value. City of Stirling kaadatj Nyoongar moort Nyoongar boodja-k Wadjak boodja-k Ngalak kaadatj Nyoongar nedingar wer birdiya koora koora wer yeyi malayin wer nakolak baalap yang ngalany-al Ngalak dandjoo barn wer kaaratj bandang boodja-k The City of Stirling acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land and pays respect to the Elders both past and present for they hold the memories the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia After a shaky couple of years there Mount Lawley is so back – the suburb returning to fine form as a bustling hub of eating Cool new laneway precincts like the Alexander Buildings have paved the way for more cafes and restaurants and an area that began to feel like a ghost town for a minute there has now roared back to life – here’s why: We first spied this new Mount Lawley Thai spot on a foodie friend’s feed, and we were immediately intrigued. While the recommendation immediately put Kub Kao in our brain’s “cautiously optimistic” category when we finally got there ourselves we were immediately on board A pared-back menu means it’s chock-a-block with heavy hitters – like the deliciously crispy salt and pepper roast pork belly served with green peppercorns and aromatic kaffir lime leaves (We also couldn’t resist swiping the crispy pork crackling through the creamy Choo Chee curry sauce which was served with tender slices of grilled beef rump.) Ultra-cool “new-wave” gelateria Chicho Gelato has been churning some of Perth’s best gelato since opening their Northbridge store in 2016 Merging old-school techniques with new-school flavours and top-tier produce Chicho excel at unique and refined flavour combos – lavender and honeycomb and malted milk cornflake cookie are oft-returning superstars – but their collabs and limited edition flavours are a particular treat Since their early days at Freo’s Sunshine Harvester Works, we’ve loved Stampede Gelato’s boundary-pushing approach to flavours which explore every facet of deliciousness – think Frosties cereal milk they’ve not only expanded with a new Mount Lawley store but a sweet South Freo shipping container outpost as well A stalwart of the area, El Público is a Mexican joint that has stood the test of Beaufort Street’s time for a few key reasons: its authentic feel is backed up by staff who know and love the food and drinks on offer and will always help you through their extensive tequila offerings The food menu hasn’t changed a whole lot over the years but it hasn’t had to; their tacos are perfect their street corn should be named desire and those beef mogo mogo balls…yum Just take it easy on that dangerous cocktail list We can’t get enough of Testun’s irreverent attitude and big flavours Combining Italian nostalgia with a new-wave Australasian approach the neighbourhood osteria is quickly making its (neon green) mark While Threecoins is technically the elder sibling of Testun, its recent-ish relaunch has given us a reinvigorated enthusiasm for the more traditional ten-year-old trattoria – although more traditional can only be defined in relation to its irreverent sibling down the road Comforting Italian classics are melded with that signature bold flavour and high voltage approach… Think pinsa topped with mortadella a linguine served with prawn bisque and lemon-spiked mascarpone or lamb chops with a pistachio and mint agrodolce The almost-constant line out the door will attest to the fact that Chu has been killing it since opening their William Street bakery in 2015 You need to be an early bird to be sure to get one of their amazing loaves of bread loaded toasts and donuts are equally delish – but even without those Chu would be worth a visit just for their coffee (Best enjoyed laying on the grass in Hyde Park their sister café with the same great coffee After closing shop at Shenton Park’s iconic Petite Mort, chef Todd Stuart has opened a new venture in Highgate, Twenty Seats the restaurant only hosts 20 diners each night for its meticulous 10-course tasting menu allowing for a phenomenal level of attentiveness from the entire team that takes Twenty Seats to an all-time great Tomas Bidois brought his humble taco pop-up to its Highgate laneway home in 2023 and it’s been a hit ever since. A must-visit for any taco enthusiasts, Tommy Tacos is an especially great spot to bring your gluten free friends as Bidois’ Mexican cooking techniques means the entire menu is gluten free That’s not all, though: 2023 also saw Bidois expand next door, transforming the space formerly home to Homme into ‘Lo Situated in arguably one of Perth’s most beautiful dining rooms the restaurant riffs on southern American classics like tea and apple juice-brined pork chops southern grits with Skull Island prawns or fried chicken and biscuits Opening just a year ago, Molly’s has been welcomed with wide arms by Perth’s army of Guinness fans Whether you’re popping in for a quick creamy pint (perhaps with a photo printed on it?) a trad sesh or an iconic spice bag – you’re sure to be in for the craic A year after opening their first WA store, Messina‘s cult status as one of Australia’s favourite gelatos hasn’t let up Serving an impressive selection of 40 gelato flavours 35 are permanent crowd-pleasing classics and five are delicious weekly rotating specials Another joint that’s managed to hold firm through darker days, Mary Street Bakery has become so successful it’s spun off into a practically endless number of locations around Perth Their fried chicken buttermilk pancakes are basically legend at this point but basically everything on the menu is delicious (and sometimes a little decadent) After a brief 18-month stint in Inglewood, Butter Crumbs has finally moved into a permanent space in Mount Lawley – and it couldn’t have come soon enough there’s a reason they’ve been a cult hit since their early days at the Mount Claremont Farmers’ Market Comforting pies (both sweet and savoury) are a must as is the burnt Basque cheesecake – although you’ll also see some pretty tempting seasonal offerings This French café is as charming as they come Alongside a cabinet of baked treats and sandwiches indulge in a French-style breakfast – croque monsieurs eggs benedict and pain perdu all make an appearance and are best enjoyed in the sun-filled dining room or cute blue courtyard You can now also visit Madeleine after dark with a brand new bistro-style dinner menu on offer In spite of its limited size, Daily Dose has been gaining a fervent following with their friendly service takeaway coffees and legendary toasties – not to mention their hangover-busting Saturday morning birria tacos These guys really prove that you don’t have to complicate things This behemoth on Beaufort Street has made a huge impact since its opening in March of 2022. Like its sister venue, The Old Synagogue, The Beaufort spans multiple levels – each with something different to offer Hit up the beer garden for drinks in the sunshine venture into hidden speakeasy Cypher for late night libations or dive into Lotus’ flavour-packed pan-Asian menu We’re not short on authentic Italian dining experiences around Perth, and Ischia would easily be up there with the best of ’em one trip to Ischia is all you need to see why they’ve remained such a popular restaurant in Mt Lawley for so long We may not be able to go to Italy any time soon but Ischia will do a good job of placing you right in the gulf of Naples Succulent beef between a rich, consommé-dipped tortilla? Gooey, toasty quesadillas? Our mouths are watering just thinking about it. Popping up at Scarborough Sunset Markets and the Scarborough Farmers Market, Don Birria has been the word on everyone’s lips since opening in 2020 they expanded to their Mount Lawley location – so it’s even easier to get your hands on that succulent goodness It’s hard to go past Si’s stunning amphitheatre which will transport you to the Amalfi coast with not only their décor sipping on wines and dining on delicious breads and pizza in the afternoon before switching into Italo disco mode when the sun goes down Since opening back in 2019, Willing Coffee’s Mount Lawley outpost has become a favourite for locals to swing by for a coffee and a croissant the evening hours sees the bustling café transform into a somewhat more sultry proposition – one with an expansive Italian-leaning wine list and similarly Italian-leaning menu whether you’re nibbling on cacio e pepe flatbread and salumi You have not lived until you’ve had one of Get Chunky’s sweet-as-hell cookies warmed up and pumped full of ice cream and all the other toppings in the world They’ve got vegan and gluten free options too so now everyone can feel guilty after indulging in some of Perth’s sweetest treats They say New York is home to the best pizza in the world, and Mack Daddy’s do a pretty terrific job of bringing that vibe to little old Perth with a big slice option to go with 16″ and the monster 22″ offering – the same size as four regular pizzas It makes Mack Daddy’s an awesome spot for group dinners especially thanks to their well-stocked bar and an awesome cocktail list culinarily adventuring little sister just down the road Soho Lane‘s all-day brunch menu has plenty of surprises in store for the adventurous eater (Ox Tongue Pastrami Bagel anyone?) along with great staples and bread from the legends at Miller+Baker The quirky surrounds of Fez Cafe just behind Fresh Provs have been a popular choice for breakfast and lunch for yonks – and a change of hands in 2023 saw a pivot towards Indonesian flavours alongside their Australian brunch classics comforting bubur ayam (a Jakarta-style rice porridge) pandan waffles all make an appearance – but you can also head to Fez on select nights for their newly-launched all-you-can-eat Indonesian buffet they’ve also launched a special offer for anyone wanting to escape the office or WFH slump: pre-book for $40/pp and you’ll not only have a space to work but your choice of main meal plus unlimited hot or iced drinks One of the last remaining taverns around Perth that haven’t gone for the full white wash makeover that so many of this size seem to do, it maintains that ethos throughout with a healthy tap selection, modern pub fare and a rowdy beer garden on the weekends. If you’re looking for a no frills, fun and easy-going afternoon at the pub – bend the knee (and the elbow) at the Queens Local & Aesthetic is a mixed cafe and retail space that puts a big emphasis on local suppliers local ingredients and basically local legends in general It’s always a great vibe for coffee and some eats – they’ll make you a polony and sauce sanga that’ll even make ya mum blush along with heaps of other awesome “bush-food” inspired offerings Since opening the doors to their Mount Lawley store at the tail end of 2016, Modus have really set the standard to what exciting things a teeny tiny coffee shop can do From their steadfast commitment to quality coffee to their collaborations with other top local producers…it was only a matter of time before they had to take it to another level If their expansion into two more locations means we can get our mitts on their coffee all the more easily we’re on board – but the Mount Lawley original will always have our heart This low-key Mount Lawley lunch bar has been a pho and banh mi favourite of locals for years Tucked away on Beaufort Street in between Walcott Street and Queens Crescent Sunshine is about as unassuming as it comes – but their flavourful menu has meant a loyal following of devotees Generous sizes at reasonable prices make it an all round hit Nazzar has flown a little under the radar since opening in 2023 – but we think the word is well and truly out these days they’re serving up their signature Mediterranean(ish) twist on brunch three days a week with a new evening menu from Wednesday-Sunday Tempting morning menu highlights include the Nazzar take on Turkish eggs Persian corn fritters – while evenings offer options like harissa-fried squid sticky lamb ribs or grilled zucchini souvlaki Those with a sweet tooth are well represented in Northbridge – especially at the aptly named Café Guilty Pleasure This charming Korean café only opens in the afternoon but you can stay into the evening and spend some quality time with plenty of adorable desserts from cakes that go perfectly with a cosy cup of tea or some refreshing bingsu It’s been earning a legion of fans for good reason expanded into a second Mount Lawley location that’s just as cute as the Northbridge OG Budget-conscious flower lovers will need no introduction to Chatsworth Perched on the corner of Beaufort Street and open since 1995 you can’t miss the huge collection of fresh flowers that wind around the storefront – nor the competitive pricing While the loss of Planet Video years ago still hurts, Planet Books has remained an incredible Mt Lawley mainstay Bursting at the bookends with collectables giftware and literature that spans all genres and will be able to find you anything you need It’s done so well they’ve got a second store down on William St in Northbridge Perth’s got a healthy little vintage store community that continues to grow, and Cool Cats Vintage is absolutely worth a visit if you like your clothing to come with a bit of pop culture history From old school wrestling and Rodman shirts to other weird and hard-to-find items While Planet may be a powerhouse in Mount Lawley, a little trip down the road to Beaufort Street Books will net equally awesome results. Not only do they have an extensive selection in store, they’ve also got a huge online selection to look through and anything they don’t have they’ll find for you quick smart One of the coolest little shops in Perth and a gamer’s paradise, Retro Collect stocks a heap of old consoles and games. N64s, Playstations, Xboxes… They’ve got ’em all. They’ve also got a bunch of cool collectible figurines, and plenty of other fun and games to geek out on, and a handy online store if you can’t make it IRL As far as great art framing places around Perth go, Mount Lawley Art Framers is right up there with the best – super friendly and helpful whatever it is you’re looking for and won’t financially cripple you for the trouble They’ve also got a fantastic selection of art pieces to buy in store some larger feature pieces along with plenty of smaller options that make great gifts The Astor Theatre has been occupying centre stage of this busy locale since 1919 This multi-purpose facility hosts live music comedy shows and community events all throughout the year The West Australian Academy of Performing Arts is nestled right in Mount Lawley. This means there is a plethora of highly skilled creatives putting on shows all the time. Enjoy anything from live music to theatre and dance. Head on over to their website and pick up a ticket Located just off Second Avenue, the Normcore’s store puts fragrance firmly at the forefront Showcasing niche fragrance for you and your home Kitowa and Riraku well represented – although you’ll also see Melbourne-based Mihan Aromatics northern Italian historic perfumer Acca Kappa Vacant land along Guildford Road and East Parade in Mt Lawley will be developed to provide social and affordable housing as part of Round 1 of the Housing Diversity Pipeline The development will create new homes for people close to facilities such as the train line and bus services The site is currently in the final stages of procurement after being released to market through an Expressions of Interest (EOI) in early 2023 with a competitive closed tender process seeking a suitable development proposal and a proponent The 1.4ha site comprises 34 lots and is owned by the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) Lands and Heritage (DPLH) is currently preparing the site for new residential development which includes extensive contamination remediation works and land assembly to create new development lots Once DPLH has completed this work and a development proponent has been appointed the land will be available to commence development.  The site is contaminated with asbestos containing material (ACM) understood to be the result of historically imported fill and demolition.  Prior to new residential development being permitted to occur the site must be remediated to eliminate contamination and reclassified for residential land use in-line with Department of Health (DoH) and Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) requirements Site remediation will involve extensive earthworks to excavate the impacted areas of soil and process the soil to remove the ACM which will be transported off site and disposed of at an appropriate waste facility The clean treated soil will then be redistributed across the site enabling works will begin with the adjustment of the current site fencing moving it to the edge of the laneway to establish a safe perimeter for residents These early works will then progress to soil excavation and removal of site material – currently estimated to commence in early December As there is asbestos contamination underground and within the root systems of several tree stumps workers will follow safe work protocols during this work.  Works are expected through to January 2025 with some disruption over the Christmas holiday period.   There is currently no risk to public health or safety as the ACM is in the form of bonded fragments is in a good condition and remains undisturbed No friable asbestos or asbestos fibres have been detected in the soil DPLH has recently fenced the site to restrict public access and to limit any potential for soil disturbances to occur The remediation process will be closely managed by qualified environmental scientists who specialise in asbestos contamination remediation to ensure the process is carried out in the safest and most effective manner and in accordance with the relevant DWER and DoH guidelines There may be some impact to the immediately surrounding area during the works such as noise dust and traffic because of the operation of machinery on site and trucks transporting material to and from the site.  DPLH will be engaged with the City of Vincent to ensure appropriate site and traffic management measures are in place All works will be closely monitored and managed to ensure a safe working environment and to minimise impacts on the surrounding area and the local road network Detailed information was sent to residents within the immediate vicinity of the site before remediation work commenced.  All efforts will be made to minimise any impact on people’s daily routine. Should there be any immediate impacts from works on site, such as restricted access or fallen fences, please contact the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage via email housingpipeline@dplh.wa.gov.au.  A key objective for development of this site is to ensure the retention of as many existing mature trees as possible while permitting a balanced and practical housing development outcome It will be possible to retain and ensure the protection of 25 of the 35 existing mature trees on site during the remediation works to successfully remove soil contamination and achieve a reclassification that permits the site to be developed for residential purposes it was necessary to remove 10 existing trees Contamination investigations found the root systems of trees across the site to be impacted by ACM contamination To remediate the soil completely requires extensive excavation around the tree root systems and this work will be detrimental to the health and stability of the trees The 10 trees that were removed include two large Hill’s Weeping Fig trees located along Guildford Road and a number of other trees in various locations across the site Tree removal was required as an option of last resort and extensive planning has been completed to ensure remediation can accommodate the retention of the other remaining 25 trees on site The remediation approach ensures multiple clusters of medium and high value trees of endemic and native species are retained in prominent locations across the site A professional arborist will oversee the remediation works to ensure the tree protection Future development of the site will be designed to protect the retained trees New development will also need to provide new deep soil planting areas and landscaping in line with relevant planning requirements The site will ultimately be developed to deliver new housing with a minimum of 20 per cent of the dwellings being allocated for social housing a detailed planning and design process will finalise the development proposal for the site It is expected the site will be developed in line with the applicable local planning requirements More details of the development will be provided as the project progresses and the local community will be notified of any required consultation that may occur.  Housing Diversity Pipeline Don't include any personal information.If you need a response, send an enquiry instead Don't include any personal information.If you need a response, send an enquiry instead. The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present. 10 April 2025This latest addition to the suburb’s Heritage Walk highlights significant buildings and spaces featuring stories of local landmarks cast in bronze The City has unveiled 10 new heritage plaques along Beaufort Street offering locals and visitors a chance to explore Mount Lawley’s rich history through the captivating This latest addition to the suburb’s Heritage Walk highlights significant buildings and spaces The plaques celebrate the unique architectural and cultural legacy of the area providing insight into Mount Lawley’s evolution since the early 1830s Some of the new plaques recognise well-known sites including the Lyceum Theatre These join existing markers at the Beaucott Buildings Developed in partnership with the Mount Lawley Society the project reflects a shared commitment to preserving Mount Lawley’s identity and recognising it as a cultural landscape shaped by Federation Art Deco and Californian Bungalow architecture can be completed in approximately half an hour Starting at Copley Park and heading south to the Astor Theatre visitors can walk along one of the City’s most architecturally significant streets discover stories of notable people and places that have helped shape Mount Lawley The City of Stirling is proud to support this meaningful initiative in partnership with the Mount Lawley Society which has worked since 1977 to protect and promote the suburb’s heritage To learn more about the new plaques and the Heritage Walk, visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/heritagewalk City of Stirling kaadatj Nyoongar moort Nyoongar boodja-k Wadjak boodja-k. Ngalak kaadatj Nyoongar nedingar wer birdiya koora koora wer yeyi. Baalabang koondarm, malayin wer nakolak baalap yang ngalany-al. Ngalak dandjoo barn wer kaaratj bandang boodja-k. The City of Stirling acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land, the Wadjak people of the Nyoongar Nation, and pays respect to the Elders both past and present for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia. 02 December 2024DevelopmentWA is transforming the ECU Mount Lawley site into a vibrant new community and the public is invited to help shape its future DevelopmentWA is transforming the ECU Mount Lawley site into a vibrant new community DevelopmentWA hosted two workshops with its newly formed Community Reference Group (CRG) to gather insights on the project’s vision and objectives The CRG will develop design principles reflecting their aspirations which will guide the creation of the future Master Plan DevelopmentWA is keen to hear public feedback on these design principles and the broader redevelopment plans Join an upcoming community information session:  Session one: Monday 9 December | 6.00pm – 9.00pm | Inglewood Monday Night Markets, Inglewood Town Square (Beaufort Street between Eighth and Tenth Avenues)  Session two: Tuesday 10 December | 5.00pm – 7.00pm | Room 209/211 View the ECU Mount Lawley campus map. Your feedback will inform the master plan, which will undergo further consultation in 2025. For more details about the redevelopment visit the DevelopmentWA website Hungry for what’s happening in Perth’s food and hospitality scene Here’s a deliciously snackable selection of the latest in Perth food news: Nestled deep below Brookfield Place, subterranean cyberpunk izakaya Papi Katsu might be one part Tokyo nightclub – but they’re also cooking up some electrifying new lunch specials for your next big business deal… Or corporate lunch with your office besties katsu chicken or cauliflower karaage bento boxes salmon poke or tune poke bowls – not to mention a tempting $8 house beer or wine add-on if your arvo is looking pretty cruisey “We built this for the people who want flavour and speed without compromise,” explained Head Chef Shane Middleton It’s the lunch you actually look forward to.” In more good news for city slickers looking for lunch, this Friday (May 2) marks the start of Willi’s by the slice service: the grab-and-go version of their thick crispy-edged and oh-so cheesy Detroit-style pizzas and is available in four signature flavours: Antonio Margheriti Pretty Fly for a Fungi and Porkie Pies – as well as limited edition “Slice of the Month” flavours “It’s everything a sad sandwich isn’t,” explained the Willi’s team and made to turn a desk lunch into something worth looking forward to.” And on the topic of ooey gooey cheesy goodness! The fine folks at Old Bridge Cellars are joining forces with supplier European Foods to throw a raclette party at their Como location, celebrating the decadent Alpine treat with a sit-down dinner and guided wine tasting experience. The dinner is on May 6 – find out more and grab your tickets here! The treat that took over our feeds last winter is back! Kuld Creamery’s icy treats might be synonymous with summer but when the weather cools they’ve still got you covered with their decadent crumble dessert On offer this year is comforting spiced apple and a new sour cherry flavour – which is then topped with golden shortbread crumble and a velvety pour of custard and a scoop of Kuld’s handcrafted ice cream not just with new flavours but new gluten free and vegan options – including a vegan maple crumble and a vegan coconut vanilla custard – as well as take-home packs to make your own crumble concoction at home The return of this cosy dessert is paired with the return to their OG Highgate store – the laneway location where they first opened their doors in 2016 The Laneway will transform into a dedicated crumble pop-up store and they’re holding an opening night party on Friday Head there from 6-8pm for free serves of crumble “We’re so excited to bring Crumble back this winter – and to do it from the space that started it all,” said co-founder Kaitlyn Kuld joy-filled warm dessert option for Perth sweet tooths in the wintertime with even more people no matter their dietaries is really exciting We want everyone to be able to experience that feeling of comfort food in winter.” Little Lebanon’s charcoal chicken (and that intensely garlicky toum!) is one of our all-time death row meals – and has often been the salve to a late-night hunger We’ll be indulging even more with the imminent arrival of Little Lebanon’s Vic Park outpost opposite the Vic Park Hotel at 606 Albany Highway We live by the maxim “Better late than never” – which is why, although we completely missed its arrival back in February, we simply must let you know about the very charming Silly Goose in Helena Valley nourishing bowls or even a locally farmed bouquet of blooms Long Chim’s takeaway Tuck Shop was one of the CBD’s hidden gems so we were mighty sad when the pint-sized version of the Thai street food institution closed their doors about a year ago until June 30 you’ll be able to get your hands on some of Tuck Shop’s signature 555 favourites: “quick crunchy pork belly with Chinese broccoli and jasmine rice for $24 “Fun, silly and a little chaotic.” Throwing opens its doors on the cusp of the Easter long weekend, Little Otto’s Big Choc Shop has arrived with a mouthwatering array of homemade gelato and chocolate delights that would make Willy Wonka blush – check out our full write up here! And in even more great news, thanks to our South West correspondent Jono! If Margaret River was known for one thing, it would be its wine. Cowaramup’s Strange Brew Wine Bar has just entered the chat, at the ready for a stripped back approach to enjoying wine in the famed region. Check out the full article here! Almost exactly a year after opening their Perth taproom Australian craft brewer Fox Friday have announced that they have entered voluntary administration “It’s with heavy hearts that we share some tough news Sarah and I have made the difficult decision to place Fox Friday and subsidiaries (Moonah Hotel and Cellars Carwyn Cellars) into voluntary administration with the appointment of McGrathNicol as the administrator,” wrote Benn Hooper in a statement published to Instagram last week “When we purchased Fox Friday in March 2019 it was just the two of us in a small factory unit located in Moonah brewing beer during the week and running a makeshift taproom on the weekends we’ve built something we’re immensely proud of we’ve faced significant financial challenges that have brought us to this point Our financial lender could not meet their obligations for our capital projects.” “We’re committed to keeping it business as usual during this time though you may notice some changes to our venues operating days and hours While we understand that there will be some uncertainty as a result of this decision we very much intend to come through the other side of this and we hope that Fox Friday and its subsidiaries will continue to operate well into the future We’ll keep you updated as things progress.” Huge news for fans of meat in bread: the banh mi festival that launched a squillion “Attending” clicks last year is back! Taking place on May 10 at Yokine Reserve, the Perth Banh Mi Festival will feature a huge selection of food trucks – both banh mi and otherwise with plenty of banh mi-inspired specials – as well as kids activities Since closing the doors to their Maylands space seven months ago, we’ve been waiting with bated breath for Smidge Bakery to find a new home, and the wait is almost over! They’ve just got the keys to a brand new space in the heart of Leederville – keep an eye on their socials to follow along. Head Chef Ahmet Kaya took over the reins at Mount Lawley’s Middle Eastern spot Nazzar earlier this year – and they’ve just launched a new menu celebrating the arrival of autumn Highlights include a prawn tagine finished with a zesty lemon and butter an aromatic spiced porterhouse served with muhammara and muska katmer for dessert filled with pistachio cream and served with whipped cardamom labneh we bid farewell to South Perth icon Coco’s… Home to over 35 years of Perth’s finest doing their wheeling and dealing as well as plenty of celeb visits Our curiosity is sated with the discovery that Meat & Wine Co is set to take over the spot marking their second ever Perth location in addition to their CBD restaurant that opened in 2018 With locations in Byron Bay, Noosa, Newcastle, Gold Coast and Burleigh Heads, Light Years has become a staple for East Coast dining – and they’re finally making their way west, with their Perth restaurant now officially open. Read our full write-up here! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Perth is OK! – Local (@perthisok.local) One of Perth’s favourite izakayas has expanded, with Izakaya Tori‘s second location in Mount Lawley now officially open – and fully licensed their original store first opened at the end of 2023 super fun favourite for casual drink-friendly bites – think gyoza karaage and plenty of cocktails – which you can now also get your hands on at their new Walcott Street spot As Doubleview’s food and bev scene continues to grow, it was with bated breath one of the Perth is OK! team awaited the opening of Mr Butler after first spotting its bright pink signage pop up on Scarborough Beach Road late last year that same team member is happy to report they deliver on their promise of nourishing Serving up Monday-Friday nights and taking a lot of hassle out of weeknight cooking their rustic meals come fresh and piping hot from the baine marie or you can pick up an array of heat-and-eat options too We’re talking beef brisket rendangs, teriyaki chicken, homestyle fried rice, a mean potato bake and soul-warming lasagne – to name a few options. Throw in a few sneaky desserts, a mostly gluten free menu, super competitive prices and delivery options, and it’s very quickly proving a popular choice around the 6018 – find out more at mrbutlerperth.com.au. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MrButler Perth (@mrbutlerperth) Bad Love’s amazing burgers are never far from our minds but with their recent shift towards even more gluten-friendly options – we’ve barely stopped talking about them to anyone that’ll listen Along with revolutionising the game for coeliacs across Perth, they’ve also found time to launch a brand new pop-up: Modern Hero because these bad boys aren’t for the faint of heart – ooey gooey Philly-style cheesesteaks “Our take on this world-famous sandwich uses the highest quality WA beef grilled to perfection and covered in gooey melted cheese We’re in love with the flavour and ratios of this product; you can expect a big hot mouthful loaded with grilled beef and cheese in every bite!” with future plans for a permanent location on the horizon.” “Our service model will initially favour pre-sold tickets to events These tickets will be advertised through our Instagram and Facebook pages prior to the event date.” “We can’t wait to get this into the hands of the people of Perth it’s been a long time coming and we’re excited to have you check it out.” Their first launch event was at Mane Specialist Bottleshop’s Osborne Park store on March 27, but they’re already loading up their next events – keep an eye on their socials to find out more Australian chef and proud Palawa and Gundjitmara man, Zach Green is heading west for some unmissable each meal connects with culture and land – like the Barramundi that connects us with life-giving waterways or the resilience and survival of wattleseed Kicking off on April 11-14 at the Karijini Experience Green will then head down to Margaret River for a pop up on June 4 before heading north back up to Karijini Eco Retreat and to Hearson Cove for a spectacular experience dining under the stars during the Staircase to the Moon Thompson Road’s long-running bottle-o has entered a new era. We first got to know the shop as natural wine store Wise Child (which has since moved to Market Street), before it became Pour People at at the tail end of 2023. Now, it’s officially reopened as the Booze Bazaar with new owner Harry set to continue the Thompson Road tradition of sip-slinging One of 2023’s standout openings we just couldn’t stop raving about was Shafto Lane curry house Rojiura Curry Samurai, Perth’s first restaurant specialising in Hokkaido-style soup curry. Now, they’re expanding with a Hokkaido-style spice ramen shop in Leederville – read our full write-up here Stupendous Scandi suppers are here! Elske opened in the middle of 2024 helmed by culinary duo Sean Marshall and Kristina Jensen – with Jensen’s Danish heritage influencing the Freo café’s Scandinavian-leaning menu they’re able to launch their long-awaited dinner service stop by the historic Manning Buildings for snacks including their signature Smørrebrød – topped with fried Margaret River dhufish Shark Bay Prawns or Norwegian classic kartofflemad – plus delights like Blue swimmer crab and caviar-topped chicken skins zucchini beignets with goats curd and hot spiced honey or house-made gravadlax served with Crème fraîche The team have created a Nordic cocktail series showcasing the herbaceous botanical notes of traditional Scandi spirit aquavit – including a Vesterport Spritz created with Normandy French cider instead of prosecco… Skål to that We’re guilty of some diabolical drink-making every now and then so we’re looking forward to an opportunity to learn from the pros at sister venues Ciao Dandy and The Standard Say arrivederci to Cosy Del’s Wednesday night pizzettas decadent dish will be returning just in time for winter with its first appearance scheduled for Wednesday Inspired by the team’s rich Italian heritage it’s a classic take on lasagne – just like nonna would make They’ve also just launched a bottomless lasagne option for just $40pp so you can enjoy as much lasagne as your heart desires One of Western Australia’s most extraordinary dining experiences, Fervor is coming to the big smoke – pun intended! The long-running friendship between Fervor and the Ritz-Carlton’s fine diner Hearth is entering a new era with a series of stunning dining experiences celebrating rare native ingredients Hearth x Fervor Fire Feasts will bring a rare opportunity for alfresco open-fire cooking to Elizabeth Quay while the Fervor Chef’s Counter Experience will offer you and just five other diners an immersive intimate view of the cooking process with Hearth’s Chef De Cuisine Brian Cole and Fervor Executive Chef Paul “Yoda” Iskov It ain’t all gourmet news around these parts: sometimes we’ve also got to let you know about a giant, terrifying mouse and his pizza parties. That’s right, Charles Entertainment Cheese is making his mousy way to Perth’s shores later this year: read our full write-up here! Pirate Life’s resident dive bar Deadbeat has just opened with plenty of glam-rock flair and ’80s vibes Headed up by hospo guns Adrian Ruiz and Benjamin Thomson high-octane cocktails) and no muss-no-fuss snacks – think loaded tater tots We’ve got absolutely huge news for the gluten intolerant and coeliac amongst us: Bad Love Burgers announced last week that 99% of their menu is now available gluten free The transition has been a huge undertaking from the team who’ve worked on each item one by one to ensure that they stay as delicious as ever while being accessible to the gluten free and coeliac community of Perth – in fact they’ve been quietly testing the new menu for six months “with exactly zero customers noticing a change in product or a change in quality.” “On the contrary,” the announcement continued “I feel like the process that was undertaken to review improve and ultimately change our recipes has resulted in these products tasting even better than they were previously such was the detail and consideration our chefs have put into ensuring this change was executed seamlessly and to the same quality standard we hold all food to; whether it contains gluten or not.” “This was especially noticeable to our fried chicken and popcorn chicken items – resulting in a plumper juicier protein while still maintaining our signature twice fried crunchy as all fuck coating It also means that all of our fryers in the kitchen are dedicated gluten-free as standard ensuring ancillary items like our chips are now mitigated from cross contamination too.” It’s important to note that the kitchen will not be 100% gluten free – Bad Love’s signature burgers can still be served on a potato bun that contains gluten and a handful of sauces and garnishes could not be made gluten free – however they’ll make every effort to avoid cross contamination with glove changes and gluten free buns baked in Gala’s dedicated gluten free bakery Love certainly is in the air – or at least, we’re definitely loving the new offerings from both Bad Love and Northbridge’s Bar Love Hospo guns Pippa Canavan and Murray Walsh will be putting their world-class mixology skills to the test with their brand new bottomless on offer every Saturday afternoon from 4-6pm Dive into an endless stream of their award-winning cocktails for two hours alongside a succulent selection of snacks – plus you can flow straight into their very lovely Happy Hour Swanny and sammies? Name a better combo! The team from Daisies, the Other Side and Ol’ Buoy just announced they’re expanding with a new deli nearby in Swanbourne. Located on Shenton Road, at the former site of the acclaimed Choux Bakery, Side Piece will be serving up stacked deli sandwiches in-house baked treats from a dedicated pastry team plus all-day faves that will be familiar from the Daisies and Other Side menus – not to mention coffee locally roasted by Dukes and exactly the kind of place you’ll brag about discovering first,” said co-owners Sam Kaye and Pia Prior “Our name is a playful nod to our growing café family with a little double entendre to keep things interesting.” A few weeks ago, we wrote about the sad closure of Vic Park’s Hong Kong Tea Café – happily we can report that our sadness was short-lived with the bustling café announcing that they’ve relaunched from the other week (Tuesday We look forward to checking out its new era… In a world of discord and mayhem – perhaps humanity’s greatest unifier will be the universal love of meat within dough. If, like us, you’re a card carrying member of the meat-in-dough fan club, you’ll be delighted to hear that the South American take on the delicacy is making its way to Subiaco, with the arrival of Pino’s Empanadas to Rokeby Road on March 15. Read our full write up here! Suffering from a bad case of Sunday scaries? We’ve got just the thing: a new Tex Mex collab from Highgate hombres Tommy Tacos and ‘Lo The neighbouring Beaufort Street duo will be joining forces for a Mexican BBQ every Sunday serving up a selection of snacks and a BBQ platter for 2-3 people each week across both venues – as well as some tempting drink specials and a DJ bringing the weekend vibes A brand new restaurant is now open in Perth’s north, with Monelli opening their doors at the start of March. Inspired by the chic coastal vibes of Santorini and Capri, Monelli promises an elegant, beachy take on Italian cuisine – think freshly made pastas and expertly crafted cocktails. Read our full write up here! WA’s oldest family-owned wine shop is expanding! Open now and continuing the legacy founded by Vincenzo Salpietro and his father Charlie in 1974, Grand Cru’s fourth location is nestled within the Leederville Precinct with a pint-sized shop offering an impressive selection of local and international wines Grab your wine and take it to any of the Leederville precinct’s three venues (The Garden Servo and the Leederville Hotel) for $10 corkage Monday-Thursday Celeb pastry chef Adriano Zumbo has officially launched the new high tea offering at QT Perth decadent selection of sweet and savoury treats paired with a whimsical bent and some botanical G&Ts We’ve long-extolled the virtues of specialty bottleshop, beer mecca and all-round legends Mane – and we are stoked to report that their brand new Bicton bottle-o has officially swung open their doors The new location will join the ever-growing impressive foodie hub that is Bicton Central The team behind Bunbury Farmers Markets have now expanded, opening a second premise in the rapidly growing South West suburb of Vasse, just 10 minutes from Busselton en route to Margaret River. Read our full write-up here. Beloved Busselton brewery Rocky Ridge is bringing its award-winning brews and good times to Duncraig, just in time for the Labour Day long weekend. The sustainability-focused enterprise opened its brand new taphouse on Friday 28 February, marking its first venture into Perth’s northern suburbs. Read our full write-up here! The ongoing expansion of the Miss Chow’s empire continues with the arrival of Miss Chow’s to the CBD city slickers can now dive into their signature offering of dumplings and Southeast Asian dishes in the middle of the CBD “Miss Chow’s has always been about bringing people together over great food and great company,” said restauranteur Jacquie Chan “We’re excited to breathe new life into this location and give diners in the city a taste of what makes Miss Chow’s so special.” The options for tipples on the Terrace is growing, with Faraday’s opening their doors back in January Friendly approachability is at the forefront with all-day offerings for all tastes – think warm cob loaf and dips not to mention a crown-pleasing selection of cocktails If there’s one topic certain to ignite passionate discourse, heated arguments and rapturous recommendations, it’s pies – but this new pie shop with an acclaimed fine-dining chef that’s just opened in Leederville is sure to unite us all. Read our full write-up here! A brand new venue from the same team as Hillarys Beach Club has opened in the northern suburbs, bringing seafood, sangria and Spanish-style snacks to Iluka. Read our full write-up here! Everyone’s favourite pita purveyor, Yalla Bala is finally rolling open their Electric Lane window for dinners we’ve been waiting in breathless anticipation for their expansion to dinner service – and finally our prayers have been answered they’ll have the regular Yalla Bala menu on offer alongside some tasty rotating specials Hospitality group Sesh Mafia continues their relentlessly energetic expansion, with the arrival of another subterranean venue to Brookfield Place. Opening quietly (or rather, not so quietly) the other weekend, Lupe’s turns the group’s signature rambunctious spirit towards Mexico, promising tequila, tacos, and mischief. Read our full write-up here. Another opening from the tail end of 2024, Cottesloe welcomed negroni bar Coccodrillo to Napoleon Street From the former owner of Mount Hawthorn favourite Pappagallo Coccodrillo is mixing up a signature menu of negronis and spritzes with a twist That ain’t all though – just 100 metres away Coccodrillo Pizza & Vino has also opened (see above!) Quietly opening back in November, we’re excited for the arrival of Charim to Northbridge Chef Hyun channels his 18 years of experience to elevate the tradition of gisa sikdang Directly translating as “driver restaurant” gisa sikdang are popular amongst Korea’s taxi drivers Charim’s signature is their Je-yuk Bokkeum: stir-fried pork with a sweet and spicy marinade paired with a selection of seven house-made banchan – but you also can’t go past the pork jowl bossam which pairs tender pork jowl with house-made kimchi and barley ssamjang Big news for city-slickin’ beer lovers: Little Creatures is opening a huge new venue in Elizabeth Quay. Read our full write up here. We’d love to hear about it – drop us a line at food@perthisok.com 17 October 2024DevelopmentWA is inviting the community to contribute to the future of the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Mount Lawley campus DevelopmentWA is inviting the community to contribute to the future of the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Mount Lawley campus site as part of its redevelopment plans This follows the 2020 State Government announcement of the Perth City Deal which includes relocating ECU Mount Lawley to the Perth CBD the Mount Lawley site presents a significant redevelopment opportunity To ensure community input is at the heart of the project DevelopmentWA is establishing a Community Reference Group (CRG) The CRG will provide feedback on key redevelopment principles DevelopmentWA is seeking around 30 representatives from various age groups businesses and community groups to participate The CRG will meet on two occasions in 2024: Participants who attend both sessions will receive a $100 gift card as recognition for their time and contribution Nominations to join the CRG are open until 27 October. For more information or to submit a nomination, visit their website As our City continues to expand and develop embracing and protecting the social and architectural heritage that defines our streets and neighbourhoods is an essential part of our planning work A heritage property is a property that is either: The City also has a non-statutory Local Heritage Survey The State Register of Heritage Places is a list of buildings that are significant to the state This list is administered by the Heritage Council of Western Australia For more information or to see the State Register of Heritage Places, please visit the Heritage Council of Western Australia’s website or contact the Heritage Council or Western Australia The City has adopted a Heritage Protection Area which covers the majority of the below suburbs: Local Planning Policy 3.1 Character Retention Guidelines Mount Lawley and Menora and 3.1A Character Retention Guidelines Inglewood outline objectives and provisions for development within the specific areas For detailed information please refer to the specific Local Planning Policy The City of Stirling has created a Heritage List within its Local Planning Scheme identifying those places which are of cultural significance and worthy of conservation under the provisions of the Scheme The City of Stirling Heritage List contains properties considered to be of local cultural heritage significance and worthy of conservation All applications involving development of properties on the heritage list will be assessed on their merits The City may require a heritage assessment to be carried out prior to the approval of any development Applications involving demolition will be required to be referred to Council for consideration The City’s Heritage List has the following categories: View the City’s Heritage List document to learn more The LHS is a starting resource for local heritage planning and in itself has no statutory role The LHS helps the City make decisions that reflect local heritage values and supports the creation of a heritage list or heritage areas which identify places to be protected under the local planning scheme The City’s LHS has the following categories: View the City’s Local Heritage Survey to learn more Our Heritage Restoration Rebates have been developed to demonstrate the City of Stirling’s commitment to property owners who want to contribute to the retention and enhancement of buildings on the City’s heritage list and those categorised as 1 or 2A on the City's Local Heritage Survey Eligible property owners are able to apply for half the value of the works undertaken up to a maximum of $5,000 The heritage restoration rebates are run each financial year For more information on what works are eligible, please view the Heritage Restoration Rebates Information Sheet Visit the Heritage Restoration Rebate page to learn more or apply Owners of rateable residential and commercial properties included on the City’s heritage list can apply for a discount on their general rates charge to assist with the care and maintenance of their property Residential properties are eligible for a 50% concession on their general rates charge while commercial properties are eligible for a $2,000 capped concession per property For more information on what works are eligible please view the Heritage Rates Concessions Information Sheet or the City’s Rates Rebate web page Waiver of Associated Development Application Fees Properties on the City’s heritage list can apply to have their development application fee waived for eligible works For more information on what works are eligible please view the Waiver of Associated Development Application Fees Information Sheet Properties on the City’s heritage list can apply for heritage technical advice for eligible works For more information on what works are eligible please view the Heritage Technical Advice Information Sheet The City established the biannual Heritage Awards to recognise the efforts made by individuals and groups in the pursuit of conserving the City’s heritage For more information please visit the Heritage Awards webpage. A development application is required for demolitions, renovations, extensions and new buildings on heritage listed properties or properties in the City's Heritage Protection Area. A building permit is required for all structural work. Please note, demolition or building work cannot start until development approval is granted. We’ve been poring through the recommendations critiquing and delving deep into our hearts… All in order to bring you our comprehensive guide to Perth’s best cafes Recently moving from their long-time Subi spot to the gorgeous surrounds of Perth City Farm, we can’t get enough of Be Free and their wholefood offerings Utilising hyper-local produce (including veggies from the neighbouring City Farm garden and honey from its resident bee hive!) and making just about everything in-house their menu maximises flavour alongside feel-good nourishment – and plenty of plant-based and gluten free options if that’s your speed They’ve also got a stunning selection of house-baked treats alongside pastries from Teeter Bakery This itty-bitty coffee window may be small, but it’s certainly mighty. Owned by Courtney Gibb and his wife Simone, the former head baker for Mary Street Bakery manages to produce an impressive daily selection of freshly baked bread, pastries and other delicious treats from Cheerio’s pint-sized kitchen – along with coffees that are worth the stop alone It’s been less than five years since opening their Subiaco flagship, but Community Coffee Co. has been going from strength to strength ever since they’ve expanding into another three locations two of which are in the Perth CBD – one a takeaway window Their latest addition has been their Duncraig spot slinging diner-style brekkies including a controversial yet delicious chip butty and bone marrow spag bol toast While the Dine by Arrival Hall menu isn’t extensive or a Black Angus tenderloin sandwich on offer the fact that it’s inside a furniture store would be a detriment except that Arrival Hall’s space is so stylish so serene… We’re happy for an excuse to linger The little sibling of beloved Bayswater brunch favourite tbsp. (RIP), Forklore is bringing the same deliciousness to City West An Japanese-leaning menu includes comforting dishes like tonkotsu porridge mentaiko udon topped with a slow-cooked egg temptingly golden curry pan and one of the best chicken katsu sandos we’ve had the pleasure of enjoying Tucked away down a Northbridge laneway, pint-sized Giant Coffee is well worth a bit of urban exploration the tiny spot is serving up some of Perth’s best coffee with beans courtesy of local roasters Daylight (batch brews feature Twin Peaks single origin) grab an einspanner – topped with whipped cream it’s a pretty darn excellent way to get through a chilly morning All of the expertise, experience, and passion for coffee-making accrued through years of running six other cafe ventures is distilled into Hemingway from the father and son duo behind Mo Espresso Group the CBD cafe is defined both by its excess Extravagantly whizz-bang gear – like the hypnotic Poursteady or the super-sleek Modbar espresso machine while both the menu and fit-out are pared-back perfection as well as legendary local roasters Twin Peaks the coffee is just as good as you’d expect – although you’ll definitely be tempted by a toastie The brainchild of champion barista Ziggy Varamulia (a friendly face you’re sure to have spotted across Perth’s best cafés), March Coffee Studio brings an experimental world-class approach to coffee to a CBD office block – not to mention great vibes While you can still get your classic flat whites and long macs those with a more adventurous palette can delve into rare beans experimental concoctions and designer lattes Perth (Lobby of Government Offices of Western Australia) We were pretty jazzed about Miller + Baker’s opening at the end of 2019 and our excitement hasn’t really abated since then you’ve got to be pretty committed to quality plus a coffee and pastry for right now – if you can resist one of those gourmet sammies You arrive, panting, at the top of Jacob’s Ladder… you probably deserve a pretty good breakfast now, right? Luckily, Mount Street Breakfast Bar is just around the corner A limited yet considered menu awaits – think crispy falafel with barley tabbouleh and poached eggs or crushed avocado and roasted tomatoes with labneh and za’atar When the sun is a-shinin’ and the birds are a-chirpin’, this Northbridge park becomes the hottest destination in town – and with coffees this good, it’s no wonder why. Parkside opened up back in September of 2022 and they’ve been brewing up a storm ever since becoming a community hub for locals and slinging some tasty treats from their neighbours at Miller + Baker We were awaiting the arrival of Preston’s with bated breath – and the Bulwer Street deli has not disappointed their stellar lineup of sandwiches blends a background in fine dining with nostalgic faves – think house-made fish fingers topped with a mountain of shredded lettuce and a caper-studded or breakfast muffins paired with the spicy tang of their signature “Preston’s sauce” the branding and fit out has brought together some of Australia’s best creatives into one very stylish space How could you resist those seductive eyes? Staring at you from Smooth Operator’s signature cups you’ll be ordering another round before you know it pint-sized interior is a gem amongst the slightly dusty west end of the CBD with a high-quality coffee game that draws a bustling crowd to Milligan Street every morning Shop 4/938 Hay Street (Enter on Milligan Street) We’ve said it before, but we’re a sucker for the opulent surrounds of the CBD’s State Buildings. We’d take any excuse to head there, but for Telegram timber-clad box is cranked open every morning to serve up some of Perth’s best coffee with a reputation for consistency and attention to detail – which now extends all the way to roasting their own beans out of East Vic Park’s shared roasting operation Modern Coffee Tucked away down a CBD arcade, and barely big enough for the few tables it does have, teeny-tiny Toffee is a little slice of Germany in Perth’s city centre Amongst the roster of home-style dishes you’ll find a bevy of baked goods they’ll also sort you out with coffee or a nourishing cold-pressed juice Artem has transformed over the years from a must-find coffee pop-up into a long-running must-visit for coffee-lovers – with two locations including a takeaway window in Highgate and lovely new digs in Applecross Coffee ain’t all they’re good at though – we’d recommend timing your visit to coincide with a weekend chef’s special which run the gamut from Korean-inspired Philly cheesesteaks to fried chicken burgers matcha mousse or a weekly changing focaccia… Not to mention that legendary Reuben which has remained a firm crowd favourite for years Nestled away down Arcade 669, it would be easy to forget about Bossman – if it wasn’t so damn good their focus is on delivering quality coffee; made using Leftfield beans the service is bright – sweetened by a locally-baked Greek treat to accompany your coffee Attached to skin and wellness mecca Fleur, Bridges expands their holistic wellness ethos into a nourishing café space next door pared-back fit out combines with nutrient-packed smoothies loaded sourdough toasts and killer Micrology coffee – take a deep breathe relax and let the tranquil vibes take over The almost-constant line out the door will attest to the fact that Chu has been killing it since opening their William Street bakery in 2015 loaded toasts and donuts are equally delish – not to mention their coffee Our favourite is the chilli passionfruit donut – filled with tangy passionfruit custard and then rolled in a chilli-sugar mix this donut caused us to exclaim to a friend “This is a flavour sensation!” The things you do for love North Perth’s amazing coffee per capita quota is almost getting out of hand – and Engine Room Espresso plays a big part First opened in 2014 by a group of coffee-loving firefighters Engine Room has maintained its commitment to quality coffee and friendly service through a change in ownership in 2018 bagel and schmear and soak up the NoPo vibes in their back laneway It just takes a morning spent down at Doubleview’s Folk & Merchant to see what a neighbourhood stalwart it is – whether locals are swinging past the window for their morning coffee on the go sitting down for a nourishing bowl or bagel browsing the goodies in their retail space or setting the kids loose on the great little kids’ play area out the back you really do feel like you’re In Good Hands From the same crew as the excellent Bossman (listed above and located just across the road), Beaufort Street’s Lady Annie for Mount Lawley’s coffee-seekers bright and perfect for soaking up some sunshine (watching the world go by out the front or making friends with some pups in the rear courtyard) with a stellar cuppa coffee Local & Aesthetic is one of Mount Lawley’s newer additions; a combo cafe and retail space that puts a big emphasis on local suppliers local ingredients and basicaly being local legends It’s always a great vibe for coffee and some eats – they’ll make you a polony and sauce sanga that’ll even make ya mum blush along with heaps of other awesome “bush-food” style offerings Supplying some of Perth’s best cafe’s for yonks, Micrology has built a reputation for being one of the best of the best the local roaster has made it even easier to get your hands on their delicious brews Since opening the doors to their Mount Lawley store at the tail end of 2016, Modus have really set the standard to what exciting things a teeny tiny coffee shop can do to their collaborations with other top local producers… it was only a matter of time before they had to take it to another level in 2021 they expanded to a third location in Wembley Nogi Lane has become a smash (avo) hit with Dianella locals thanks to an all-day brunch menu that’s bristling with all the classics along with some very naughty extra offerings The baked sticky date pancakes with caramel popcorn will just about ruin any sweet tooth out there but we’re eyeing off that pork belly potato hash: crispy tangy and a truly stunning way to start off your day Plant Playground‘s colourful plant-filled warehouse is a funky delight amongst the industrial surrounds of Osborne Park The crew are experts at all things plants – from hydroponic gardening to ready-to-gift books and accessories – but they’ll also sort you out with a damn good coffee or kombucha while you’re there Since opening in 2018, Queen of Leeds has been quietly amassing a fervent following. With great coffee (via Proud Mary and Loaded) excellent sammies and some next-level cake action it’s no wonder – plus the friendly service that’s just as sweet Long-time hospo hero Josh McGinnity (Micrology Coffee Roasters, Laika, Hylin to name just a few of his previous projects) has head north! Now open, his latest venture is Runyeh Coffee – a light bright and pared-back space bringing excellent brews and brunch to Heathridge Micrology beans (of course) take care of the former while lunch offerings include stellar made-to-order sandwiches: a Runyeh twist on a Reuben a truffle mushroom melt on buttery slices of milk loaf If you could see just how many Satchmo bagels we’ve tallied on our delivery apps when you’re laying in bed on Sunday morning not quite ready to face the day… you gotta do what you gotta do Neighbourhood oasis Stomp Coffee is the perfect balm to a rocky morning Pull up a chair in the picturesque courtyard order a coffee made with beans from an impressive roster of featured roasters which has grown from hangover-curing breakfast bagels to include more elaborate offerings – think pan fried mushrooms and feta sumac scrambled eggs or quinoa porridge topped with fresh fruit The Little Bay really is pretty-as-a-picture Whether you’re an aspiring influencer or simply want a good view with your brunch The Little Bay’s layout and location is almost impossible to beat While you can still get your classics like big breakfast and eggs benny (served on a croissant!) the menu ups the ante with breakfast gnocchi and Turkish eggs… which would go really well with a Bloody Mary An espresso bar started by a property developer? It hardly fills you with inspiration… but Willing proves to be the exception. Joining forces with expert baristas, Willing is inspired by 1950s with coffee firmly the focus – although there’s still room for some cycling paraphernalia they expanded to Mount Lawley with a second cafe on the corner of Central Avenue and Clifton Crescent which transforms after dark into sultry Euro wine haven Bar Vino This welcoming café just opened in Myaree, but we’re already singing its praises. At Home Coffee Co. is dishing up Asian-inspired brunch – think creamy tamago or nori cheese toasties umami-spiked scrambled or their take on shakshuka Killer coffee? Holy Bagel Co bagels? Best Wishes keeps things simple this crew has built up a reputation as the best place in Freo to pick up your daily coffee – and in spite of their super-cool branding and merch The wholesale, big boy bakery of the Hot Bread crew (North Street Store, Little Loaf Lunch Bar, Wards Central Dining), Big Loaf is the epicentre of all things baked While the industrial setting may not scream “sit here and enjoy a leisurely breakfast” it has the same humble charm as a must-visit country roadhouse bakery with treats this delicious… The setting doesn’t really matter The team from Young George has ventured down the road to open up Ethos – a zero-waste Eastern European-leaning neighbourhood deli and dining room House made charcuterie and small goods and killer sarnies are just the tip of the iceberg with the bar’s offerings just as exciting a prospect if you’re there later in the day (or earlier Recently moving from their long-time Northbridge digs to a new location in Freo, Flora & Fauna continues to leap from strength to strength Vegan offerings run the gamut from banana bread (a huge wedge to tropical waffles topped with mango and raw salted caramel to savoury treats like Mexican mac n cheese And not that gram-worthiness is the ultimate barometer of food but we absolutely dare you to resist photographing these technicolour As coffee roasters, Grouch & Co. are committed to a high standard of quality roasting in small batches and curating seasonal blends that are sure to delight It’s no wonder that the cafe side of things reflects the same approach Tip top customer service takes the experience from great Absolutely adorable. That’s the first thing that comes to mind stepping into Fremantle’s Hinata Café rustic space serves up cosy Japanese home-style plates – with the main star their monthly rotating brunch sets: a plate of nourishing goodness straight out of a Studio Ghibli film The excellent Livid Skate Cafe has practically become a part of the Scabs furniture, and the crew have now expanded their easy-breezy empire with another cafe in Freo’s new FOMO precinct, Kokomo’s The new location continues the celebration of skate culture and great coffee with the added inspiration of Japanese architecture and the friendly vibes of the Port City Get a petit taste of Paris at Little French Nest The charming café opened at the start of the year and has earned legions of fans already with its decadent crêpes home baked pastries and other French treats that will have you saying “ooh la la!” in no time Yet another Hot Bread hot spot, Little Loaf is a lovely little spot for South Freo locals slinging the classic North Street faves alongside some truly tempting just-for-Little-Loaf specials While they were once a tiny hole-in-the-wall just for takeaways and kerbside perching they’ve since expanded into the dining space next door – making it the perfect spot for cosy sit-down brunches as well We’re head over heels for this retro-inspired diner that just opened in White Gum Valley from the same team as Good Things and Double Double coffee. Lovers brings a new-wave nostalgia to life – not just in the speccy diner-ish fit out but in its interpretation of North American classics through an antipodean lens There’s something about North Freo… the sun always seems to be shining, everyone’s just a bit more beautiful and carefree… and there, in the middle of it all, is Ooh Coffee This petite espresso bar is pairing great coffee with easy breezy service that is perfectly suited to its chilled out surrounds This Market Street sandwich bar has been a fast favourite, drawing fans from north and south for their next-level sandwiches and batch coffee that’s almost as good. A must-visit anytime you’re in the south, Peggy’s just do it all so well This Preston Street space has seen a number of (beloved) iterations over the years, including Little Matcha Girl and more recently, Kopi Seru. Opening in December 2023 as Preston Street Coffee they’re taking things back to basics: great coffee The former is thanks to Blacklist Coffee Roasters and the latter focuses on well-executed toasties This itty-bitty bagel shop operating out of a South Terrace shipping container had us immediately on board… Was it the South Freo sunshine Each alone would have made a compelling case – together Attadale’s The Neighbourhood has become a firm favourite for locals with their consistently stellar coffee and delicious brunches – which are as delicious as they are Instagrammable Beans are courtesy of bi-coastal roasters Dukes plant-filled bottle shop makes this one you can’t miss Fine dining meets brunch Add in a dash of Middle Eastern influences and a partnership with burger hotshots Juicy Buns Even better than all these great elements though is the community-building and philanthropic approach they’ve fostered since day one Venn manages to blend their top-tier coffee game with almost astonishingly friendly vibes Their original location was first established in 2021 before they expanded with “Little Venn” across the road and then a new outpost in burgeoning foodie hub Bicton Central – where you’ll find more of their signature house-roasted beans available to take home 965 Albany Highway East Victoria ParkBicton Central One of our favourite bakeries, Wild is hitting home runs on more than just their funky Head into their South Freo bakery (or new North Freo location!) and feast your eyes on their cabinet of treats – from tarts and pastries pies and slices of pizza bigger than your head… We know where we’re heading this Sunday for lunch Sisters Victoria and Annabella La Pegna have put their continental twist on a Claremont corner store, just around the corner from where they grew up and their family’s landmark eatery Bellissimo. Stop by Bottega Deli for crowd-drawing panini prosciutto or mortadella and overflowing with stracciatella cucina povera-inspired rotating pastas or perch out the front with an espresso and sfogliatella and watch the world go by One of Perth’s cafe stalwarts, Boucla has become a Subi institution over the two decades it’s been open leafy courtyard out the back!) is super cozy for your next coffee date but their cakes are the real star of the show – with a daily roster that includes a sweet soufra that keeps us up at night West Leederville bottle shop The Wine Thief boasts a lovingly curated collection of wine, beer, cider and spirits – but if it’s a bit early in the day to crack open the vino, their attached café The Coffee Thief is well worth a visit While their stellar coffee will certainly steal your heart you can also ward off hunger with some tasty baked treats or their cabinet full of sammies It’s been less than five years since opening their Subiaco flagship, but Community Coffee Co. has been going from strength to strength ever since. Stop by for stellar coffees (they’re also the brains behind roasters Loot Coffee) sausage and egg muffins) and some great opportunities to pat Subi’s cutest dogs Opening in the middle of 2023, Glyde has been quietly establishing itself as a Mossie Park must-visit Settle in out the front for top-rate coffees in the sunshine or grab one of the seats inside the bright and airy cafe and dive into a classic brekkie plate: smashed avo or nasi goreng topped with an enticingly gooey fried egg It should come as no surprise that Goods would make its way onto this list. Arguably our current obsession, the new spot has been cooked up by the crew at Modus – it serves as the central bakery for the group’s three other cafes as well as a stellar destination of its own restrained retro fitout completes the vibe Make sure to grab a homemade chutney for the road Brunch favourite Hylin has gotta be your next Sunday morning destination Pull up a chair under the trees out the front and take in their lush menu – whether you’re after a quick bagel or their impressive smashed avo the bar out the back (appropriately called…Back Bar) is a leafy oasis with great bar eats After finally making it down to Kith over the summer break it’s easy to see why every man and his dog is all over this Nedlands café the gram-friendly fit out definitely took up a chunk of our camera roll – but we were also compelled to return two days in a row for another taste of that hot honey focaccia and a side of curly fries Super friendly service sweetened the sting of having to wait for a table mingling out the front along with the rest of Perth We’re already concocting an excuse for another visit… It’s no secret that we’re big fans of a pancake stack, any day of the week. Luckily, so is Mellow Coffee Taking over the space that used to be Yellow Pancake (RIP) they’ve wasted no time in drawing crowds eager for their impressive list of indulgent brunch items including fluffy buttermilk pancakes crunchy chicken waffles and a Greek bowl featuring a yoghurt stuffed tomato and in 2021 they expanded to a third location in Wembley We can’t shut up about North Street Store – not that anyone really needs telling at this point In spite of a few particularly vocal locals when they first got going With the addition of an ever-increasing roster of sister stores (Little Loaf Bakery in South Freo and Wards in Shenton Park) these guys are pumping out even more of the good stuff Subi’s Obi has been the talk of the town becoming one of Perth’s most well-loved coffee spots even in its earliest iterations as a pop-up They kept things simple while they worked on a more permanent iteration with top notch Micrology brews and Toastface sammies to cure any rumbling tummies – and their expanded café is now open with extra bites on offer and the same great vibes From the same crew as beloved Subi coffee spot Obi (above!), hole-in-the-wall spot Slow Daze ups the ante with the same killer coffee and even more brekkie choices for rumbling tums but we dare you to resist the call of that sausage and egg muffin… OK, perhaps this is cheating given that we’ve already, technically, included North Street Store. But having just enjoyed a delightful full Irish brekkie and some “Hollandaise Delights” over the weekend, we can’t keep quiet! The latest from the Hot Bread crew, Wards are taking a slightly fancier approach to their solid-gold food offerings a charming historical setting and all the deliciousness we already know and love Charming and unpretentious, 3.8 Baysie exudes community Named after the hungriest gal of all (the Bayswater Bridge you can look forward to tucking into hearty and wholesome fare from a seasonally rotating menu – think crab omelettes with crispy garlic and chilli dressing charred ciabatta topped with whipped ricotta and tomato ancho-spiced fried potatoes with slow cooked beef mince No guilty pleasures here – just plates you can feel very good about Sweet tooths and coffee fiends are well looked after with this new addition. Hop Café has quickly been making fans with their cellar-door style coffee tastings featuring a rotating roster of local roasters as well as their decadent dessert pairings that are all made in-house Their Vic Park outpost has all the things you love about Modus can be happily enjoyed lounging in the sun in the neighbouring park Tucked away down a suburban street in Kensington, the Little Banksia is a delightful hidden gem This cosy cafe is plating up some truly impressive fare whether it’s some of our favourite pancakes in Perth or a truly breathtaking fried chicken burger It feels like the sun’s always shining at the Little Banksia – due in no small part to their always smiling S30’s new studio will continue the gym’s commitment to a safe space to work out in one that eschews mirrors and weigh-ins in favour of supportive trainers and specific programming to help people learn to lift weights and build strength comfortably specially-curated playlists and regular DJs all combine for a distinctive experience every day of the week an opportunity to try as many classes as you want over two weeks for only two bucks Mount Lawley District Cricket Club great and former WACA Board Member Peter Lawrence Murphy has been rewarded for his significant contribution to the game with WA Cricket Honorary Life Membership Mr Murphy was formally recognised at the WA Cricket’s 2024 Annual General Meeting after more than five decades’ involvement with the game His most telling contributions came during a 27-year tenure as Mount Lawley’s president during which Mr Murphy made significant improvements to Breckler Park and the Club The Club’s WA District Cricket Council delegate from 1999 later becoming its Chairperson and nominated WACA Board member between 2003 and 2009 Mr Murphy enjoyed a decorated 194-game career across all grades tallying 4,069 runs with the high score of 182no and taking 162 wickets with best figures of 8-60 Second Grade and Third Grade teams in the 1970s 02 April 2025There are several ANZAC Day services being held across the City of Stirling which are open to the public offering residents the opportunity to pay their respects to current and former members of the Australian Defence Forces ANZAC Day Eve Ceremony – Naval Association of Western Australia  Thursday 24 April from 4.30pm – 6.00pm  Stirling Civic Gardens North Beach RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC Dawn Service  Friday 25 April from 6.00am (arrive by 5.30am) – 7.00am   Charles Riley Memorial Reserve Osborne Park RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC Dawn Service  Friday 25 April from 6.30am – 7.30am   Memorial Hall Mount Lawley/Inglewood ANZAC Day Service  Friday 25 April from 8.00am – 9.00am (arrive 7.45am)   Mount Lawley War Memorial – Corner of Queens and Clifton Crescents Yokine/Joondanna RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC Day Service  Friday 25 April from 12.45pm (arrive 12.30pm) – 1.15pm   Followed by a sausage sizzle and refreshments  Yokine Districts Bowling Club For ANZAC Day events across Perth, visit the RSLWA website.   Nothing beats a good old-fashioned BYO restaurant or a couple of bottles of vino and feast the night away with your finest friends and/or family especially when we’re living in a cost-of-living crisis so we’ve tried to cover a variety of different flavours and locations north Back in 2023 much-loved neighbourhood wine bar and restaurant Casa expand next door with a takeaway pizza joint – aptly named Casa Pizza Wine these fluffy-crusted pies take an unconventional approach to classic flavours – think marinara drizzled with kombu oil roasted mushrooms topped with verdant persillade or an appropriately Casa-tinged take on a Hawaiian with a piquant habanero and pineapple salsa This North Perth neighbourhood fave may be low-key, but that makes its the exact kinda BYO spot we’re chasing! And, their picture-perfect bento boxes are a must. Named for the bento boxes traditionally sold at train stations, Ekiben serves up a selection that you’ll want to stay a while and savour They’ve got plenty of gluten free options and the service is always warm and friendly – one of the best It would be easy to over-complicate things, but put quite simply: Monsterella gets a lot of things just right A selection of pasta that will tempt even the most fanatic pizza fiend It was a fortuitous few weeks that saw both Hunter Bread and Rym Tarng open in Bicton Central is pumping out some pretty unforgettable Thai plates from the 16-seat restaurant Pork and prawn donuts are enough of a reason to visit but the signature pork jowl will certainly help seal the deal Northbridge’s best kept secret (that’s always super busy) Tra Vinh’s mix of Vietnamese and Chinese noodle dishes is one of the best the staff are always super friendly and depending on how much booze you bring Tucked away down a Northbridge arcade, Francoforte has been our faithful spaghetti stallion since opening way back in 2013 guanciale carbonara and kale pesto remain as comfortingly delicious as they were back in our misspent youths – combined with its casual atmosphere it’s the perfect kick off point to a big night out in Northbridge We’d practically take a bath in laksa, we love it so much – so it’s no wonder KCH got on our radar shortly after they opened in 2019 KCH takes its name from Sarawak’s capital Kuching home to a distinctive laksa that is both creamy and tangy But that’s not where it ends – with plenty of modern takes on Malaysian classics plus weekly specials that will have you frantically spamming the group chat For one of the finest Japanese dining experiences in Perth, it’s hard to go past Tsukaya While purists may balk at menu inclusions like tacos and umami fries We could talk for days about Perth’s pizza offerings, but most of the time, we’ll end up back at Rossonero the garage-turned-pizzeria balances classical simplicity with crowd-pleasing modernity – including a welcoming attitude towards BYO Nestled on the corner of Scarborough Beach Road and Gildercliffe Street, you might not see Pizzaca Caffe as you pass by Pizzaca pump out amazing food like woodfire pizzas You’d be forgiven for missing this unassuming little Thai spot along Bulwer Street, but it’s worth stopping in for. The quintessential Thai neighbourhood spot, Khanom is small One of Fremantle’s best and longest-standing restaurants, there’s a reason Capri has been around since the ’50s They’re now onto their fourth generation of family members helping run the joint homely vibes will have you back over and over again A neighbourhood Italian joint seems like a safe bet for BYO enthusiasts – and even better when it’s this good! The Secret Italian has become a favourite of Scarbs locals for their low-key vibes and delicious Italian fare Sticking on the Italian tip (they just know how to wine and dine) Valdarno’s is in an unassuming little part of Dalkeith serving up authentic Italian to a very happy neighbourhood Big servings means you’re more than likely going to end up taking some home with you and that’s after bringing your own booze with you because it’s BYO every day of the week (closed Sundays/Mondays) One of Perth’s most legendary (and best value) degustations, the only issue is how bloody hard it to get a booking – that’s how popular Marumo is but if you can plan ahead (and drop in at the bottle shop en route) it’s an absolute delight At Threecoins comforting Italian classics are melded with that signature bold flavour and high voltage approach… Think pinsa topped with mortadella And on Mondays and Tuesdays you can BYO wine Boasting a Mediterranean-inspired lineup of chargrilled share plates, Lady of Ro will take you straight to the cobbled pathways of Greece in no time. The owner is also renowned for her desserts (you’ll be familiar if you’ve stopped in at Boucla next door) so make sure you leave some room for her chocolate ricotta cake Outside a nice can of Coke, is there anything better than beers and dumplings? Fortunately Mom Dumpling House in East Vic Park is happy for you to have both and you’ll be kept busy with her massive lineup of dumplings and noodle dishes Down the road from Mom’s is The Prophet rocking some fantastic Middle Eastern specialties just about everyone we’ve ever met is a big fan of The Prophet – and how can you not be friendly service is matched only by the deliciousness of their dishes More like this:Where in Perth to get Dinner With a Party VibeThe Best Places in Perth to Take Out of TownersPerth’s Best Date Night RestaurantsPerth’s Best Neighbourhood Bars Taylor RenoufA group of protesters and several local Mt Lawley residents gathered to oppose the clearing of up to 10 mature trees at a site near Guildford Road and East Parade Developers are clearing the site to build new social housing with authorities reportedly claiming some of the trees are riddled with asbestos locals were left outraged over the decision to remove the trees saying there has been little to no consultation with them about the removal 1/13Local resident Caroline Cohen at the scene Picture: Justin Benson-Cooper/The West Australian 3/13A man grimaces as he watches the trees being cut down 4/13One woman watches on as she holds back tears 5/13Protesters gathered as 10 mature trees were removed Picture: Justin Benson-Cooper/The West Australian 29 October 2024There are several Remembrance Day services being held within the City of Stirling There are several Remembrance Day services being held within the City of Stirling which are open to the public Lake Gwelup Regional Open Space  Monday 11 November | 10.30am – 1.30pm | Lake Gwelup Rotunda and Memorial Lagonda Drive  Organiser: Osborne Park RSL Sub-branch in conjunction with Rotary Club of Osborne Park and Karrinyup  Stirling Civic Gardens  Monday 11 November | 10.45am – 12.30pm | Stirling Civic Gardens  Organiser: Naval Association of Australia (Perth North Sub-Branch)  North Beach   Monday 11 November | 10.30am – 12.00pm | North Beach Memorial Charles Riley  Organiser: North Beach RSL Sub-Branch  Mount Lawley / Inglewood   Monday 11 November | 10.45am – 11.20am | Mount Lawley War Memorial Cnr Clifton and Queens Crescent  Organiser: Mount Lawley Inglewood RSL is a luxurious new apartment development just 2.5km from Perth CBD A collaboration between Willing Property and Klopper & Davis Architects West is born of a shared vision to create a timeless and iconic piece of architecture that enhances the local neighbourhood The highly crafted New York Flatiron-inspired development will add a beautiful presence and bring a new energetic vibrancy to what is a tranquil pocket of Mount Lawley 29 generously proportioned residences will rise eight storeys above the vivacity of the city a Willing Coffee shop will provide a space for residents and passers-by to catch up and unwind The interiors of West Residences are meticulously crafted to exude both style and functionality Each residence features high 2.7m ceilings that amplify the sense of space and natural light fostering a calming and uplifting atmosphere The design incorporates thoughtfully selected fixtures and fittings that enhance the overall aesthetic and comfort of the living spaces designer feature pendant lighting creates both ambient and task lighting above the island which feels like a feature furniture piece thanks to its broadline reeded glass door display Residents can curate their own look with mixed metallic accents and detailing while curved timber handles offer a soft and warm touch Kitchens are equipped with high-quality Miele appliances with custom cabinetry that provides ample storage while adding a touch of elegance Bathrooms are designed as private sanctuaries with brushed nickel tapware West Residences reaches to adhere to 7-Star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) performance criteria and will achieve carbon neutrality with standards that focus on the highest level of green rating West Residences is not just a place to live but a community offering a suite of onsite amenities designed for convenience and recreation These include secure parking with optional EV charging bicycle storage and private secure store rooms secure lobby with controlled access and study nooks Bluetooth-enabled parcel lockers for secure deliveries ideal for alfresco dining or to take in a yoga flow These amenities reflect a commitment to sustainable and practical urban living catering to the diverse needs of residents while promoting environmental responsibility West Residences is strategically situated in Mount Lawley a prestigious Perth neighbourhood just 2.5km from the CBD Residents enjoy proximity to a vibrant café and dining scene with popular spots like Teeter Bakery and the diverse venues along Mount Lawley's Beaufort St strip Cultural experiences abound with nearby attractions such as the Art Gallery of Western Australia and The Astor Theatre the Swan River and scenic Hyde Park for leisure activities Excellent public transport connections make it easy to explore Perth and beyond enhancing the appeal of urban living at West Residences Willing has earned a reputation for delivering distinctive exciting and compelling residential developments which focus on refined design An award-winning studio celebrated for creating deeply considered designs that are crafted into timeless with an intuitive sense for how design can enhance neighbourhoods CAPA contribute their expertise in landscape design focusing on creating enduring and biodiverse spaces that promote environmental sustainability Their approach integrates architecture and landscape Experience the pinnacle of urban living at West Residences Submit your enquiry via Urban to schedule a visit and discover how West Residences can elevate your lifestyle View the privacy policy We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia. 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Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) Live, teach and work in WA Teach and work in regional WA Teach and work in regional WA Benefits, incentives and allowances Specialist, corporate and support staff Swimming and water safety careers About us Our people Our people Community consultations on schooling A former Mount Lawley Senior High School performing arts student has landed a role in a major Hollywood movie starring multi award-winning actor Mark Wahlberg Actor Orla Saphron spent two days on a Sydney film set playing a college student in Wahlberg’s upcoming crime thriller Saphron also had another career highlight working closely with director Shane Black best known for Lethal Weapon.   Former Mount Lawley Senior High School student Orla Saphron went through the school's specialist arts program.  The 26-year-old attended Mount Lawley Senior High School where she took part in the specialist visual and performing arts program.  Saphron said the unique three-year course at the school gave her the confidence to explore performing arts.   “In primary school I was the shy girl who read a lot of books and loved drawing but when I started the specialist visual and performing arts program I fell in love with performing and realised it was something I could actually pursue as a career,” she said.   “It gave me so many of the skills and knowledge I need for this career to exploring the wide range of acting techniques and learning how to utilise them to best work for me in different roles.”  Mount Lawley Senior High School principal Lesley Street said the school’s highly regarded program provided immersion and extension in the arts with a focus on industry connections.  “Throughout her time in the specialist visual and performing arts program Orla exhibited a passion and dedication to the performing arts actively participating in multiple school productions and developing her love for acting,” Ms Street said.   “This highly competitive program admits only 32 students from a large pool of auditioning candidates across disciplines such as visual art “Throughout their three years in the program students engage with various industry professionals “This collaboration and the support of like-minded peers help students develop crucial skills such as teamwork preparing them for success in any future path they choose.”  Program coordinator Moya Thomas said she was delighted to hear of Saphron’s success.   “It’s always wonderful when good things happen to good people I wish her all the best for the future,” she said.   Saphron hopes by landing this gig she can inspire current students in the program to pursue their dreams.  “This is a tough industry but if it's your passion and your dream then you will be successful no matter what I mean living a fulfilling and exciting life doing what you love doing,” she said.  no matter how hard or impossible they may seem you're already living your dream just by continuing to do what you love.  “As I say to everyone who is pursuing this career it is all about the long game and enjoying the journey.   improving your skills and surrounding yourself with likeminded people.   There will be many ups and downs in this industry so as long as you have other outlets and hobbies to keep you fulfilled and satisfied Saphron is one of many graduates of the program to pursue a career in the arts Other success stories include Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things Shannon Berry (The Wilds) and Austen Wilmot (The Surfer) who recently walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival with Nicolas Cage.   families and communities are the first educators of their children and we recognise and value the cultures and strengths that Aboriginal children bring to the classroom Aboriginal people have a long tradition of teaching and learning through sharing their connections with country stories and lived experiences that are passed from generation to generation We recognise and value the learning that Aboriginal children bring with them from their homes and communities into the classroom Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback Exclusions may apply Perth builder developer, Willing Property, is bringing a touch of New York to the Perth suburb of Mount Lawley with the launch of their latest off the plan apartment development Willing Property called in local architecture firm Klopper & Davis to design a building that takes inspiration from the Big Apple's famous Flatiron building a building which has stood in the heart of Manhattan since 1902 West Residences is characterised by its angular forms and large private balconies Klopper & Davis Architects Founder and Director, Sam Klopper, says like the famous Flatiron building, the site of West forms the junction between the orderly and the sublime "The avenues of Mount Lawley are crossed by West Parade and the train line creating an opportunity to celebrate this contrast with a beautiful angled form the local context around West Parade was developed during a period of hopeful optimism of our local gold rush and like the explosive development of New York speaks to and embraces this joyful vision of a greater and broader future "West draws on these connections to celebrate the beauty of the existing context and the wonder and the new to create a timeless and ageless icon." and efficient ventilation to offer spacious and comfortable living They are designed with custom kitchens and bathrooms incorporating designer lighting and Miele appliances Buyers will have the option of two different colour schemes The Steam colour scheme features refined details of copper complemented by warm and pared back touches of timber while the Patina scheme offers residents a more bold and lively approach with sophisticated hues of deep greens contrasting with vivid whites Residents will benefit from several amenities reflecting Willing's commitment to sustainability Willing Property's construction arm will handle the build of the striking development Willing Property was founded by Tim Willing in 2012, but the Willing family name has been synonymous with Perth development since the late 1960s Tim's father Doug built homes across Western Australia from 1969 with Tim and his brother Dayne growing up on building sites We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home pizza… we can’t get enough of Perth’s best Italian restaurants Perth’s latest culinary enfant terrible, we can’t get enough of Testun’s irreverent attitude and big flavours There are certain openings that fly under the radar, and others that become the talk of not just the Perth Is OK! office, but the whole darn town. From the same team as the also excellent No Mafia (see below!) and Balthazar, Vin Populi has been one of 2023’s early standouts – and the pumping dining room is a testament to the good word travelling like wildfire a late night negroni or luscious bowl of pasta Offering a delightfully intimate dining experience, La Madonna Nera is pairing some truly delectable libations with a snack game that’s hard to beat. Stop by for some seriously good snack game during aperitivo hour one of their regional deep-dives as part of the Granturismo series or simply head to the seductively dark interior for nuovo-Italian date night deliciousness Keen for a more intimate vibe? Head next door to Monsterella’s bougier sister wine bar Mummucc‘, favourite night-off haunt of dozens of Perth chefs but one glance at those Skull Island prawns with bottarga butter and chilli vinegar or the octopus arrostocini with a fiery nduja oil… Well With a distinctly Sardinian influence, Acqua e Sale’s menu is both exciting and comforting: the familiar sight of salt and pepper calamari pecorino and mint… we haven’t even got started with the pizzas with include traditional seadas – house made Sardinian fried pastry Who needs a trip to Italy when you’ve got Acqua e Sale Now run by the fourth generation of Pizzales, Capri is standing strong against the changing whims of fashions Harking back to the hustle and bustle of ’50s Freo interior and service punctuated by old-school touches like complimentary soup and bread All hotel dining is not created equal, and the proof is in the proverbial pudding when it comes to Santini The menu manages to balance its accessibility with a focus and attention to detail that ensures any less-favourable hotel dining cliches are satisfyingly avoided while its stylish fit-out transitions effortlessly from business-friendly long lunch to dimly-lit dinner service This list would hardly be complete without at least one wall-to-wall mural, right? Luckily, Ischia’s Beaufort Street dining room features its island namesake complete with azure water and volcanic cliffs with plenty of crowd-pleasers: grilled octopus served atop a tomato salad A stalwart of the Highgate dining scene for years Simple but luxurious. Comforting but refined. Lulu La Delizia strikes the perfect balance between the high-brow cheffy approach that sets a restaurant apart and the comfort factor that keeps everyone coming back single page menu is accentuated with hard-to-pass up specials that showcase local and seasonal produce Inglewood (OK, now technically Bedford) neighbourhood spot Cecchi’s has fast become a favourite amongst locals for their share-friendly Italian plates and charming vibes While the small plates are worth a trip by themselves the pasta can sure hold its own – from bucatini with Shark Bay cuttlefish to zaffron paccheri with porcini and duck sausage It could be said that No Mafia’s specialty is “Stuff That Goes Really Well With a Glass of Wine” is a category we’re well and truly on board for While we’re a fan of perching on the front balcony for some Spritz-fuelled people watching during those hot Fringe nights every summer there’s little more comforting than diving into a bowl of their signature braised duck pappardelle Nestled in between Leederville and Mount Hawthorn, Pappagallo has become one of our favourite go-tos over the years Whether its their crispy-based pizzas or luscious pastas add on a burrata to your pizza… but whatever you do Stories’ resident Italian, Alba’s crowd-pleasing pasta piccoli piatti and principale is a little slice of sunshine in the city sip on their selection of spritzes and dive into seafood dishes like kingfish crudo with blood orange char-grilled squid skewers with squid ink aioli or grilled whole tiger prawns with garlic butter This ritzy Dalkeith eatery has more than a dash of Real Housewives of Amalfi glamour – but once you’ve settled into the luxe fit-out, you’ll find a menu of comforting classics suited to a neighbourhood spot… Albeit a rather well-heeled neighbourhood! Dive into Isoletta’s decadently melty eggplant parm fiery chilli vongole or a delicate bowl of angel hair pasta with Shark Bay crab – or go all-out on an indulgent grilled seafood platter emerging with aplomb from the turquoise wood-fired oven and topped with Sardinian salame fior di latte and macadamia or ricotta and preserved lemon with prickly ash With a flair for showing off WA’s best produce, Post’s menu delicately balances between Old-World-Italian and Perth-right-now – while reflecting the restrained refinement of the State Buildings Stop by for mouth-watering after-work antipasti (buffalo mozzarella with grilled figs or delve into their pasta offerings – think rigatoni with guanciale Posto Matto may not be reinventing the wheel Classic pasta (and pizza!) with a twist is their MO so you can look forward to dishes like garganelli with octopus sugo Hopefully you’ve left enough room after the stuzzichini of lamb ribs As seductive and intriguing as an Italian film star, Shadow Wine Bar’s dimly-lit dining room is the perfect setting for your next date night oysters with lemon myrtle or arancini with smoked leek aioli before diving into a plate of veal cotoletta with cabbage or resisting the urge to Lady and the Tramp a bowl of prawn spaghettini Highgate’s party paradise has well and truly matured into one of Perth’s must-visit destinations – and its menu manages to put up some pretty stiff competition with the pumping dance floor you can still get your mitts on those Neapolitan-style pizzas but you’ll also find it hard to resist the next-level share plates Showing more than a nod to our enviable coast alongside an enticing dash of Asian and Middle Eastern influence – with dishes like charcoal lamb skewers with chermoula brown butter and horseradish cream or scallop crudo with chilli and kumquat Is there any greater shrine to Perth’s favourite cocktail than the glowing, orange monument that is Spritz Spizzicheria Their menu takes you from a long afternoon of cocktails and nibbles to more substantial pasta pizza and mains – or take advantage of their aperativo time: two hours of drinking and snacking specials (Italy’s best recent export?) We’re starting to think Mount Hawthorn is punching above its weight in culinary options Hidden away behind Subi thoroughfare Rokeby Road, Cherubino City Cellar is proof that sometimes the harder it is the find The extensive (of course) wine list features Italian and Australian drops alongside a tempting menu of snackable selections (prosciutto An impressive blend of Italian dining infused with the spirit of fresh WA produce, Lalla Rookh‘s menu is a lesson in relaxed decadence Sommelier Jeremy Prus stocks an award-winning offering of only the finest Italian and Australian offerings 19 of Perth’s best pizza placesPerth’s best aperitivo hoursPerth’s best date night restaurants It’s fair to say we really larb these Thai restaurants around Perth We’re sorry for the pun… Hopefully you’ll forgive us when you check out some of these delicious Thai restaurants across Perth: We first spied this new Mount Lawley Thai spot on a foodie friend’s feed, and we were immediately intrigued. While the recommendation immediately put Kub Kao in our brain’s “cautiously optimistic” category (We also couldn’t resist swiping the crispy pork crackling through the creamy choo chee curry sauce It was a fortuitous few weeks that saw both Hunter Bread and Rym Tarng open in Bicton Central – followed by even more deliciousness as the hub has developed but signature dishes like a fiery Angus beef salad or enticingly charred choo chee prawns certainly help seal the deal Hidden away in the Central160 food court, Thai takeaway joint Soi29 (or Soi56 depending who you ask) is home to perhaps our favourite lunch in the city – and in spite of our hesitation to create even longer lines we can’t deny the magnetic pull of not just their slow cooked beef khao soi but their unparalleled crispy chicken and rice Truly the salve to any bad day at the office Market regular Bangkok Jump Street has made the leap to a brick-and-mortar location in Northbridge, and while Baan Baan means “comfort and simple” as well as home-style meals – but it’s all perfect for sharing Let’s hope your date is as hot as some fresh Thai chilies As soon as the temperature starts to rise, we’ve gotta head to S&T for a papaya salad A side of crunchy Thai pancake doesn’t hurt This Northbridge eatery is a long-time favourite particularly for spice fiends who are happy to turn up the heat to 11 their guay teaw num tok soup will warm even the coldest of hearts Another Northbridge favourite, we’ll admit we spent far too long blindly walking past Torung Market before finally seeing the light This low-key spot strikes the balance between Thai classics regional specialties and a contemporary vibe Who wouldn’t want to start a night out here Perhaps there’s something to be said about a doubled-up name – the Thai so nice they had to name it twice? Louder Louder continues the theme with big-impact flavours inspired by both the street food and home cooking of Thailand’s north east Isan region Start with those tantalisingly crispy prawn cakes before diving into a whole fried barramundi or the succulently tender Mussamun beef ribs curry – or dive into one of those comforting hot pots when the weather cools If you’re in the inner north, you’re in luck, because it’s where you’ll find the lion’s share of Perth’s best Thai food. Sa-Lung opened back in 2018 and since then has been steadily gaining a loyal following for their signature combination of street food favourites and family recipes While their duck noodle soup is a pretty unmissable winter warmer they also serve a truly impressive array of vegan options The north end of Barrack Street might not be the most illustrious part of town, but the aromatic, tender temptation of Chuonkin’s slow-cooked lamb shanks would be enough to entice anyone vibrant curries – we know where our next lunch break will be They might not win any awards for ambience, but Wok & Ladle is proof that looks aren’t everything fresh flavours are the name of the game here or the mouth-watering stir fried pork belly pop across the road for a bottle of wine to BYO Full Moon Thai’s intimate dining room is certainly memorable This cosy Walcott Street restaurant is filled to the brim – and we mean floor to ceiling And although the jewel-box interior is remarkable you’ll leave thinking about the meal you just had aromatic massaman beef and green curries will have you feeling like royalty yourself Tucked away down a residential Mount Lawley street, Longlae is an unexpected treasure More adventurous diners will be intrigued by their specials with dishes on offer like pickled bamboo shoot curry with fish eggs While we love things cheap and cheerful, Dusit (now in their new-ish Cottesloe digs) brings a bit more formality to this list – without the price tag Suitable whether you’re stopping by for a quick lunch or getting the family together for dinner the menu is packed with crowd pleasers and specialties alike with plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians Another inner north treasure, Khanom Thai makes a big impact despite its low-key appearance particularly when it comes to showstopper dishes like the whole fried snapper is Thai for the desserts which these guys specialise in – with service just as sweet A visit to Long Chim will always turn up the heat The Thai street food mecca has become an institution of sorts since opening its doors in 2015 – and for good reason Bringing a slice of Bangkok to the State Buildings’ basement the menu practically slaps you in the face with flavour Suburban takeaways get a bad rap, but Scents of Siam is proof that your local can hold its own against the big hitters you’ll be able to score a jar of their tamarind dipping sauce or chilli jam to take home Tucked away in Cockburn, you’ll find hidden gem Noot’s we’re not doing our best Pingu impression – but we’d certainly like to toot a horn or two for Noot’s We’re pretty jealous it’s not at the end of our street Opening at the start of 2021, Ma Kin has become a fast favourite for Nedlands locals serving up street-food inspired Northern Thai fare but the entire menu is so tantalising you’ll be wanting to try one of everything Header Image: Rym Tarng (Sally Hall / Perth is OK!) Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time As the clouds subside and sunlight begins flooding the Mount Lawley coffee shop that bears his name Tim Willing comes bounding through the side door and darts between his staff I’ve become accustomed to conducting these interviews over lunch but was warned I would have to make an exception if I wanted to meet with Willing Willing Property founder Tim Willing at his coffee shop in Mt Lawley.Credit: Ross Swanborough The Perth property developer has been up since 4.45am to squeeze in at least two hours of cycling and running before sitting down at his desk at 10am “People ask how I make time [for exercise] it’s where the thoughts come more easily,” he tells me confirming the morning drizzle hadn’t deterred him As the son of a professional athlete deeply fixated on health and diet and a former Australian track cycling champion himself Willing says it was an ethos formed in childhood which has taught him the value of goal setting and discipline But he insists that is not to say he doesn’t support indulgence in moderation while insisting I try the avocado on toast the lively inner-northern suburb lined with Federation and Colonial style homes he now draws inspiration from and builds apartments alongside He began following his carpenter father to construction sites from the age of 4 which he believes laid the foundations for his career in all facets of property so I grew up on building sites,” he recalls as my cappuccino and his black coffee arrive “I think our industry is characterised often by multiple generations fulfilling the previous generations’ aspirations WAtoday’s Jesinta Burton talking to Willing Property founder Tim Willing at Willing Coffee in Mt Lawley.Credit: Ross Swanborough and he was a rare type in that he never worked for anyone other than himself and would do everything — from putting up for sale signs and running the design process to cleaning the slab.” While he admired his father’s entrepreneurship and dreams of becoming a professional track cycling champion had landed him a scholarship with the WA Institute of Sport the Guildford Grammar graduate decided to follow his grandfather into the world of real estate Willing completed a real estate course at Midland TAFE in the early 1990s Willing had been selling homes for a number of years when a friend working in Jakarta encouraged him to turn his attention abroad to international real estate opportunities in Indonesia and Singapore an ambitious young Willing boarded a plane and headed straight for global real estate giant Jones Lang LaSalle’s office in Jakarta got a contact and contacted them furiously until they would see me Willing worked between Jakarta and Singapore as the company’s international sales manager in an industry overflowing with US dollars until 1998 when a financial crisis wreaked havoc on economies throughout East and South-East Asia He relocated to Sydney to lead the project marketing division of investment management group Colliers during the city’s major apartment boom where he remained for two years until returning to Perth with his tail between his legs at the turn of the millennium Willing is interested in the chance encounters in life and says you won’t meet anyone interesting sitting at home.Credit: Ross Swanborough Willing ran one of Perth’s first project marketing companies —promoting the ‘Box Building’ on Hay Street and negotiating the purchase of land for the Miami development by self-proclaimed ‘King of Sex’ Malcolm Day But his career trajectory was altered in 2002 and he boarded a plane east only to find out he would be sitting opposite Multiplex heir Tim Roberts Willing and Roberts — who had been relegated to business class on a commercial flight after his private plane broke down — talked for the duration of the flight before exchanging details Roberts came knocking with a job offering leading Multiplex’s apartment development arm I would always fly business class because I’m not going to meet anyone back in economy that could help me in life The decade Willing spent with the company took him across the world from Monaco and Spain to projects in Multiplex’s home state of WA including the Old Swan Brewery and Claremont Quarter Willing concedes the plane encounter and the career adventure it sparked was But he also suspects he owes part of it to his interest in chance encounters and his propensity to place himself in situations that greatly increase the likelihood of them occurring I would always fly business class because I’m not going to meet anyone back in economy that could help me in life,” he tells me “I’m very interested in the chance encounters in life and I’ll often do things that I don’t necessarily need to like going to the State Buildings even when I don’t have an appointment in the city but it sure as hell won’t happen at home.” He left the global construction giant as the company went public to found Willing Property in 2012 after convincing late healthcare billionaire and philanthropist Paul Ramsay to back him Willing has made a name for himself by seeking out projects in more historic neighbourhoods and aiming to build apartment developments that sit comfortably alongside the single-storey homes built decades earlier The avocado on toast at Willing Coffee in Mt Lawley.Credit: Ross Swanborough having bought craftsmen out of retirement to teach the arches and basketweave brickwork typical of the 1950s The ceilings of his high-end developments are always at least 2.7 metres cornice work and 18 millimetre timber floors He draws inspiration from grand apartments he has seen in European cities and throws hospitality into the mix to encourage community connection He also admires the work of industry heavyweights like Adrian Fini best known for his revamp of the State Buildings someone Willing believes should receive a knighthood for what he has done for Perth “I’m only interested in building beautiful buildings “I probably should be more financially motivated but at the same time I want beautiful outcomes that are still going to be here for 100 years or more “I’m interested in developing in places that have a natural energy and coffee shops are like the new religious institutions; they’re part of a ritual in a daily life and something that we all need is that interaction with people.” The high-end developments of his company — which spans property construction and hospitality — lend themselves to Perth’s generation of wealthy downsizers many of whom are travelling more but that he says still want “space” and “grandeur” Despite only pursuing mid-rise apartment builds Willing is no stranger to the community resistance to density troubling developers While acknowledging how difficult it is to navigate Willing believes WA has one of the best planning regimes in the country “I wouldn’t even go and talk to council myself unless I had a professional planner and a professional planning lawyer — even the most esteemed legal minds have difficulties understanding and interpreting [local planning policies],” he says “By the time it goes out for public consultation the community sees it and assumes developers get everything they want “I understand the frustration of homeowners because the local law is so prescriptive and [property developers] can do all these things that they couldn’t but what the public doesn’t realise is that by the time a developer gets an approval often a lot of work and millions of dollars invested.” The developer says people get very fixated on height in Perth for some reason but he’s not building 12 and 20 and 40 level apartment buildings He is a fan of the Development Assessment Panel process which allows developments to be assessed by planning professionals and uninfluenced by local politics and there has been a steady stream of pedestrian foot traffic heading in and out of the café on this Friday morning But Willing says we’re sitting in a development that was the subject of a 400-page report from the local council outlining the reasons it should never be built only for it to receive praise from government ministers and be frequented by those who initially opposed it once it was completed He was dragged to the WA Supreme Court by a neighbour over another development and stared down strong opposition on his Coolbinia apartment complex — even fielding letters to his home claiming he would be responsible for increasing the death toll on an already congested road Perth is a first generation of apartment buyers but he doesn’t understand how the 2 million people living in the world’s longest city could believe continuing the sprawl would be a better alternative “People get very fixated on height here for some reason and I’m not building 12 and 20 and 40 level apartment buildings with 200 people; we’re talking four five to eight levels with 35 apartments,” he says but they’re not motoring out the freeway and being alarmed necessarily by the godforsaken places we’re creating with no soul that their only cultural icon is a local Coles “The national affordability debate is almost predicated on people’s God given right to build a four bed This would be unusual for almost any other part of the world “We can’t just continue using the land because it’s there and I think there are better ways to interact in diverse communities and apartment development is sustainable.” As we push away our coffee cups and prepare to leave I ask Willing what he would like his legacy to be He tells me his 16-year-old daughter has informed him of her intention to take the reins of the family business soon but jokes that he may retain a spot on the payroll as a barista “I want to make the best places to live we possibly can and create meeting places I want people to see a building in 50 years time and know it was a Willing building,” he says “I’ve never feared saying that I do try hard “My advice would be to just try because you’ll be surprised what’s possible.” Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter I\\u2019ve become accustomed to conducting these interviews over lunch he doesn\\u2019t \\u201Cdo\\u201D lunch meetings \\u201CPeople ask how I make time [for exercise] and I ask them how they don\\u2019t make time it\\u2019s where the thoughts come more easily,\\u201D he tells me confirming the morning drizzle hadn\\u2019t deterred him But he insists that is not to say he doesn\\u2019t support indulgence in moderation \\u201CLike a good red wine,\\u201D he assures me \\u201CI used to want to go everywhere with him so I grew up on building sites,\\u201D he recalls \\u201CI think our industry is characterised often by multiple generations fulfilling the previous generations\\u2019 aspirations \\u201CDad would build homes and sell them and he was a rare type in that he never worked for anyone other than himself and would do everything \\u2014 from putting up for sale signs and running the design process to cleaning the slab.\\u201D While he admired his father\\u2019s entrepreneurship an ambitious young Willing boarded a plane and headed straight for global real estate giant Jones Lang LaSalle\\u2019s office in Jakarta and then they gave me a job,\\u201D he says Willing worked between Jakarta and Singapore as the company\\u2019s international sales manager in an industry overflowing with US dollars until 1998 He relocated to Sydney to lead the project marketing division of investment management group Colliers during the city\\u2019s major apartment boom Willing ran one of Perth\\u2019s first project marketing companies \\u2014promoting the \\u2018Box Building\\u2019 on Hay Street and negotiating the purchase of land for the Miami development by self-proclaimed \\u2018King of Sex\\u2019 Malcolm Day Willing and Roberts \\u2014 who had been relegated to business class on a commercial flight after his private plane broke down \\u2014 talked for the duration of the flight before exchanging details Roberts came knocking with a job offering leading Multiplex\\u2019s apartment development arm from Monaco and Spain to projects in Multiplex\\u2019s home state of WA I would always fly business class because I\\u2019m not going to meet anyone back in economy that could help me in life,\\u201D he tells me \\u201CI\\u2019m very interested in the chance encounters in life and I\\u2019ll often do things that I don\\u2019t necessarily need to like going to the State Buildings even when I don\\u2019t have an appointment in the city but it sure as hell won\\u2019t happen at home.\\u201D \\u201CI\\u2019m only interested in building beautiful buildings pursuing the most finite detail,\\u201D he says \\u201CI probably should be more financially motivated \\u201CI\\u2019m interested in developing in places that have a natural energy and coffee shops are like the new religious institutions; they\\u2019re part of a ritual in a daily life and something that we all need is that interaction with people.\\u201D The high-end developments of his company \\u2014 which spans property construction and hospitality \\u2014 lend themselves to Perth\\u2019s generation of wealthy downsizers many of whom are travelling more but that he says still want \\u201Cspace\\u201D and \\u201Cgrandeur\\u201D \\u201CI wouldn\\u2019t even go and talk to council myself unless I had a professional planner and a professional planning lawyer \\u2014 even the most esteemed legal minds have difficulties understanding and interpreting [local planning policies],\\u201D he says \\u201CBy the time it goes out for public consultation \\u201CI understand the frustration of homeowners because the local law is so prescriptive and [property developers] can do all these things that they couldn\\u2019t but what the public doesn\\u2019t realise is that by the time a developer gets an approval often a lot of work and millions of dollars invested.\\u201D That doesn\\u2019t make the process any easier and there has been a steady stream of pedestrian foot traffic heading in and out of the caf\\u00E9 on this Friday morning But Willing says we\\u2019re sitting in a development that was the subject of a 400-page report from the local council outlining the reasons it should never be built and stared down strong opposition on his Coolbinia apartment complex \\u2014 even fielding letters to his home claiming he would be responsible for increasing the death toll on an already congested road but he doesn\\u2019t understand how the 2 million people living in the world\\u2019s longest city could believe continuing the sprawl would be a better alternative \\u201CPeople get very fixated on height here for some reason and I\\u2019m not building 12 and 20 and 40 level apartment buildings with 200 people; we\\u2019re talking four five to eight levels with 35 apartments,\\u201D he says there are apartments going up everywhere\\u2019 but they\\u2019re not motoring out the freeway and being alarmed necessarily by the godforsaken places we\\u2019re creating with no soul \\u201CThe national affordability debate is almost predicated on people\\u2019s God given right to build a four bed \\u201CWe can\\u2019t just continue using the land because it\\u2019s there and apartment development is sustainable.\\u201D \\u201CI want to make the best places to live we possibly can and create meeting places I want people to see a building in 50 years time and know it was a Willing building,\\u201D he says \\u201CI\\u2019ve never feared saying that I do try hard \\u201CMy advice would be to just try because you\\u2019ll be surprised what\\u2019s possible.\\u201D Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories I would always fly business class because I\\u2019m not going to meet anyone back in economy that could help me in life Home / Eats & Drinks Here, in the pared-back, minimalistic space, you’ll find coffee, cacao, chai, matcha, and herbal teas alongside wholesome smoothies, gourmet toast, and an array of delicious, hand-made cabinet food. It’s all part of a mission to champion nourishing food that doesn’t compromise on taste. “The inspiration behind Bridges’ is an extension of my skin and wellness clinic. We wanted somewhere that offered good quality organic and locally sourced food (where possible) that tasted delicious but also nourished the body,” Henderson said. “The venue is aesthetically pleasing with earthy, neutral tones. It’s a slice of Byron Bay with a hidden courtyard which is great for kids and pooches,” she said. According to Naomi, the name is a tribute to Stanbridges Hobby Shop — what was once an iconic Perth institution for more than 70 years.  “Although we are completely different industries, he brought a smile to so many faces and we hope to do the same. Oh, and there’s also a bridge across the road as well.” Bridges’ Wellness Café is open Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, and Saturday from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. 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Come down and listen to what they have to say about the big issues that have defined the campaign Where: Building 10, Mount Lawley Early Polling Place, Edith Cowan University, 2 Bradford Street, Mount Lawley, WA 6050. audio and on-demand video streaming from the nation's most trusted broadcaster AUSTRALIA — A groundbreaking ceremony for West Residences a new luxury apartment development in Mount Lawley to the east of Perth in Western Australia was held recently with Minister for Housing and Willing Property Founder Tim Willing in attendance The event marked the commencement of construction for this highly anticipated project designed in collaboration with renowned architects Klopper & Davis and landscape architects CAPA will feature 29 grandly proportioned apartments on a unique triangular site The development aims to complement Mount Lawley’s character while offering modern amenities Director of Klopper & Davis Architects emphasised the project’s distinctiveness: “Like New York’s Flatiron building the site of West forms the junction between the orderly and the sublime “The avenues of Mount Lawley are crossed by West Parade creating an opportunity to celebrate this contrast with a beautiful whose family has resided in Mount Lawley for three generations expressed his deep connection to the area and vision for the project “West Residences represents Willing’s commitment to quality and design We’ve paid special attention to every detail ensuring each residence offers a unique living experience with all the modern conveniences,” he stated The development adheres to 7-Star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) performance criteria and aims to achieve carbon neutrality Features include a grid-connected solar PV system to power common amenities and EV charging stations West Residences will also house a Willing Coffee shop on the ground floor designed to integrate with the streetscape and provide a gathering space for residents and locals alike Willing Build will oversee the construction employing an integrated development model to ensure high standards throughout the process The project is slated for completion in 2026 with apartments currently available for purchase This development represents a significant addition to Mount Lawley’s housing landscape aligning with the government’s efforts to boost housing supply and quality in Western Australia You must be logged in to post a comment Construction industry ready as Queensland hospital expansion review concludes Boroondara opens nominations for 2025 Urban Design Awards Construction industry leaders to take part in 2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout New leadership team appointed to overhaul QLD’s construction regulator Engineers Australia calls for target of 60,000 additional engineering graduates by 2035 Willmott Dixon selected to lead construction of Northern Roots Visitor Centre in Oldham New York state launches US$16.6m road resurfacing initiative on Long Island Foster + Partners unveils design for luxury green community on Laheq Island Victoria Tower Adelaide celebrates topping out milestone Plus Architecture secures DA approval for landmark build-to-rent project in West Melbourne Why concrete carbon sequestration could revolutionise the construction industry Adoption of AI in construction remains low with widespread concerns CFMEU investigation uncovers bad behaviour in building industry Sector hones in on sustainable building elements to meet efficiency standards Concrete surface treatments still improving after decades of innovation secondary teachers and fitness instructors have in common More of them prefer to live in Scarborough than any other suburb in WA according to new census data revealing where certain professions call home Baldivis is home to the most sales assistants (832 of them) police officers (159) and hairdressers (115) Scarborough is a tranquil haven for FIFO worker and geologist Bruno Pereira pictured with a sample of lithium bearing rock from the Pilbara Credit: Claire Ottaviano This in-depth look into occupational statistics has been made available for the first time thanks to a change in the way census information is recorded For Brazilian immigrants Bruno Pereira and Graciany da Silva finding out they are two of 98 geologists living in Scarborough was no surprise flocking to the suburb for its colourful beachside festivals and community “We lived there for a while and then we moved to Northbridge and then to Victoria Park but decided that we needed to come back to Scarborough to get closer to the sea “We have a lot of friends from Brazil who live here said the suburb offered a certain peace and tranquillity for those with busy professional lives “I really like to stay home when I’m on my break but ‘home’ means in the neighbourhood,” he said so I like to go for a walk sometimes to see the ocean What is the most common suburb of residence for your job type it into the box below and follow the prompt to our visual story It starts out by taking you through the typical earnings for your occupation before showing you how many people do the same job as you in your suburb as well as the suburb that comes out on the top of the list for your profession Some job clusters appear obvious for proximity reasons – most horse trainers and jockeys live in Ascot winemakers in Margaret River and miners in Newman – while others can be explained by socioeconomic status such as anaesthetists in Nedlands and plastic surgeons in Cottesloe But University of Western Australia social demographer Amanda Davies said not all clusters were obvious “Something in the data that’s very much a Perth-y-type thing is that it is somewhat important ‘who you know’ when you’re seeking work in certain occupations,” she said “Friends and family hook people up into different types of occupations and so you see other clusters that can be perhaps explained by those social networks or family networks where people move into a particular occupation because their family happens to own business in that area “The ‘Perth network’ is still very important.” Perth was very much rooted in its community-driven identity with people tending to stay in their homes through career changes aided by the expansion of Perth’s rail system into the outer suburbs allowing people to work further from where they live “We very much are a population of people who stay in our homes for a long period of time,” Davies said It is actually something that’s very significant to the way we operate in Perth.” a largely working-class and family-oriented suburb with a wide socioeconomic range reflected a diversity of the workforce (as detailed above) whereas Bayswater was transitioning from working class to a hub for creatives with the most graphic designers (34) and musicians (15) “Comparing ourselves to some of the other bigger cities is that we are much newer,” she said so you are seeing that change occurring in real time and that’s probably part of why you’re getting anomalies throwing the data Ascot: horse trainers (16) and jockeys (8) police officers (159) and hairdressers (115)  taxi drivers (51) and boarding kennel/cattery operators (21)  stockbroking dealers (24) and plastic surgeons (9)  barista (80) as well as print journalists (10) Scarborough: Secondary school teachers (194) fitness instructors (92) and footballers (11)  sewerage and stormwater labourers (10) and make-up artists (8)  Ballajura: Beauty therapists (89) and dressmakers/tailors (18)  Bayswater: Graphic designers (34) and musicians (15)  Dianella: Florists (17 and  drycleaners (10) Fremantle: Architects (47) and authors (10)  road traffic controllers (40) and furniture removalists (18) South Hedland: Train drivers (80) and railway track workers (59) Subiaco: Solicitors (173) and psychiatrists (18)  \\u201CWhen we came [to Perth] we had a friend \\u201CWe lived there for a while and then we moved to Northbridge and then to Victoria Park but decided that we needed to come back to Scarborough to get closer to the sea \\u201CWe have a lot of friends from Brazil who live here some people call it \\u2018Scar-Brazil\\u2019 \\u201CI really like to stay home when I\\u2019m on my break but \\u2018home\\u2019 means in the neighbourhood,\\u201D he said Some job clusters appear obvious for proximity reasons \\u2013 most horse trainers and jockeys live in Ascot winemakers in Margaret River and miners in Newman \\u2013 while others can be explained by socioeconomic status \\u201CSomething in the data that\\u2019s very much a Perth-y-type thing is that it is somewhat important \\u2018who you know\\u2019 when you\\u2019re seeking work in certain occupations,\\u201D she said \\u201CFriends and family hook people up into different types of occupations and so you see other clusters that can be perhaps explained by those social networks or family networks \\u201CThe \\u2018Perth network\\u2019 is still very important.\\u201D aided by the expansion of Perth\\u2019s rail system into the outer suburbs allowing people to work further from where they live \\u201CWe very much are a population of people who stay in our homes for a long period of time,\\u201D Davies said It is actually something that\\u2019s very significant to the way we operate in Perth.\\u201D \\u201CComparing ourselves to some of the other bigger cities is that we are much newer,\\u201D she said \\u201CWe\\u2019re still developing suburbs so you are seeing that change occurring in real time and that\\u2019s probably part of why you\\u2019re getting anomalies throwing the data as well as some clear trends developing.\\u201D police officers (159) and hairdressers (115)\\u00A0 taxi drivers (51) and boarding kennel/cattery operators (21)\\u00A0 stockbroking dealers (24) and plastic surgeons (9)\\u00A0 anaesthetists (38) and economists (14)\\u00A0 actors (9) and radio presenters (8).\\u00A0 fitness instructors (92) and footballers (11)\\u00A0 sewerage and stormwater labourers (10) and make-up artists (8)\\u00A0 Balga: Service station attendants (30)\\u00A0 Ballajura: Beauty therapists (89) and dressmakers/tailors (18)\\u00A0 Bayswater: Graphic designers (34) and musicians (15)\\u00A0 landscape architects (10) and judges (7)\\u00A0 Dianella: Florists (17 and\\u00A0 drycleaners (10) Fremantle: Architects (47) and authors (10)\\u00A0 meat packets (52) and slaughterers (28)\\u00A0 shearers (22) and wool handlers (11)\\u00A0 Subiaco: Solicitors (173) and psychiatrists (18)\\u00A0 Commander Mike Bell of WA Police’s Road Policing Command has urged caution on the state’s roads following several crashes this weekend including the deaths of two women in Neergabby Other crashes have included the deaths of three men in Carlisle on Saturday morning, an elderly woman dying in hospital after a crash at Alexander Heights on Saturday and a car crashing into a Nando’s restaurant at Mount Lawley – which fortunately didn’t involve any deaths or major injuries The Neergabby crash occurred on Indian Ocean Drive about 5pm Saturday involving two Indonesian women in a white Honda Accord and a silver Jeep Cherokee containing at least three people Two women have been killed in a horrific road tragedy on Indian Ocean Road.Credit: Unknown/NIGHT NEWS The 23-year-old female driver and 31-year-old female passenger of the Accord died at the scene The tragedy will now bring the 2024 state road toll to 146 deaths “Here we are back again after my plea yesterday for drivers to slow down and drive to the conditions,” Bell said we had a car-versus-car head-on [collision] on Indian Ocean Drive .. where a 23- and a 31-year-old female crossed the wrong side of the road and drove head on into another vehicle which was being driven by two females and a child a 25-year-old man was left in a serious condition after a serious single-vehicle crash in Wongamine when his silver Toyota Echo left Goomalling-Toodyay Road and collided with a tree about 11.10pm “We suspect alcohol and speed will play a factor in that one but he’s still under investigation and still early stages,” Bell said an 83-year-old female driver of a grey Toyota Corolla reportedly suffered a medical episode and collided with another vehicle on Adria Road at Alexander Heights She was treated at the scene by St John Ambulance and taken to Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital Fortunately no one was seriously injured in the crash.Credit: Bell Tower Times a silver Honda sedan and a grey Mitsubishi Triton collided at the intersection of Beaufort and Vincent streets in Mount Lawley with the Honda then accelerating and crashing through the front of a Nando’s and two men inside the venue sustained minor injuries The 19-year-old male driver of the Mitsubishi was uninjured Bell said his frustration over dangerous driving was echoed by Daniel Campo, whose son Nick died in a crash in North Lake in July. “Last night I had a telephone conversation from Daniel Campo who many people will remember 14 weeks ago his son passed away A Honda sedan crashed into a Nando’s at Mount Lawley on Saturday night.Credit: Bell Tower Times “Mr Campo was very distressed because the events of yesterday morning with the multiple fatal crash with the young men [in Carlisle] retraumatised him “And he’s just exasperated that his message of youth slowing down and driving to the conditions .. “And I can just understand his frustration because I’ve been doing it a lot longer than 14 weeks and I’m feeling the same way.” Commander Mike Bell of WA Police\\u2019s Road Policing Command has urged caution on the state\\u2019s roads following several crashes this weekend Other crashes have included an elderly woman dying in hospital after a crash at Alexander Heights on Saturday and a car crashing into a Nando\\u2019s restaurant at Mount Lawley \\u2013 which fortunately didn\\u2019t involve any deaths or major injuries \\u201CHere we are back again after my plea yesterday for drivers to slow down and drive to the conditions,\\u201D Bell said \\u201CThey [the occupants of the Cherokee] \\u201CWe suspect alcohol and speed will play a factor in that one but he\\u2019s still under investigation and still early stages,\\u201D Bell said with the Honda then accelerating and crashing through the front of a Nando\\u2019s Bell said his frustration over dangerous driving was echoed by Daniel Campo \\u201CLast night I had a telephone conversation from Daniel Campo \\u201CMr Campo was very distressed because the events of yesterday morning with the multiple fatal crash with the young men [in Carlisle] retraumatised him \\u201CAnd he\\u2019s just exasperated that his message of youth slowing down and driving to the conditions .. \\u201CAnd I can just understand his frustration because I\\u2019ve been doing it a lot longer than 14 weeks and I\\u2019m feeling the same way.\\u201D Play Duration: 7 minutes 25 seconds7m Brought to you by I am still trying to process what I saw on Friday night at my 15-year-old daughter's football game. I've seen bad behaviour on the sporting sidelines, many times, but what happened at the end of this game between Inglewood — Mt Lawley Roos and High Wycombe was the most disgraceful and frightening thing I have ever seen in junior sport. Spectators from High Wycombe punched and kicked Mt Lawley coaches and officials. It was horrific to watch, and the more people tried to stop it, the worse things got. I was one of several parents who called the police. I appreciate there are two sides to every story. I also appreciate that a red card that saw a High Wycombe player sent off may well have set the tone. But for spectators to express their concerns through violence and attacking others is not OK. I spoke to parents Jason and Dan about what happened and then the Sport and Recreation Minister called in.  Police are investigating after a number of people were injured in a brawl involving spectators at a junior football game in Perth over the weekend.(ABC News) Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio Mount Lawley secured the division one Golf WA Women’s Pennant flag for the third consecutive year after dominating Lake Karrinyup in the final. The Vines Golf & Country Club hosted the showdown, which, on paper could have been a close encounter. Mount Lawley had won all seven of their matches on their procession to the final, while Lake Karrinyup’s only defeat came at the hands of Mount Lawley in an exciting 4.5 – 2.5 match in the second round of matches in early May. Come the final however, Mount Lawley was bolstered by the presence of Erina Tan, Amanda Gan, Isabella Leniartek and Ruby Cotton – all of whom had missed the earlier clash between the sides while representing WA in the interstate teams matches. Mount Lawley made most of the early running, with Cotton, Gan, Maddison Ling, Georgia Sanderson and Sophie Williams all up early in their matches. It wasn’t all one-way traffic, though, with Lake Karrinyup’s Hannah Mitchell and Isobel Dorrington up on Tan and Leniartek at the halfway point in the top two matches. That was as good as it got for Lake Karrinyup, however. Williams – unbeaten throughout the pennants season – posted an 8&7 win over Tracey Silbert, with Ling, Sanderson, Cotton and Gan all adding comfortable wins to guarantee Mount Lawley the flag. Tan and Leniartek, meanwhile, overturned their deficits to win 3&1 and 2&1 respectively to give Mount Lawley a 7-0 clean sweep. Not only was it Mount Lawley’s third division one title on the bounce it was also their sixth win in the last seven women’s pennants seasons, with Royal Perth in 2021 the only other team to win the top flight since 2016. North Division = The Western Australian Golf Club Division 2 = The Western Australian Golf Club Division 3 = The Western Australian Golf Club Get weekly updates on news, golf tips and access to partner promotions. Join our newsletterGet weekly updates on news, golf tips and access to partner promotions! Blume Aesthetics celebrated a year of glowing success with an exclusive VIP event inside TWR at Crown Perth. Organised by Now Socials Co, the evening welcomed some of Perth’s top influencers, including Awhina Rutene from Married at First Sight, Kristen Bertone from Love Island and Velocity Activewear owner Milly Turley, for a night of luxury, beauty and celebrations. Founded by registered nurse Kia Jonasson, Blume Aesthetics is renowned for its personalised care and cutting edge treatments. The guest list was as refined as the clinic’s offerings, making the event a true highlight of Perth’s beauty scene. 1/24Kia Jonasson. Picture: John Koh/The West Australian 2/24Hayley Stewart. Picture: John Koh/The West Australian 3/24Awhina Rutene. Picture: John Koh/The West Australian 4/24Bree Connor. Picture: John Koh/The West Australian 5/24Ebony Lane. Picture: John Koh/The West Australian 6/24Milly Turley & Amy Scotland. Picture: John Koh/The West Australian There’s something about corner-shop homes that instantly give off a unique vibe they’ve evolved from mere corner stores into architectural wonders just like this home extension designed by architects Simone Robeson and Lauren Benson of Robeson Architects The heritage-listed former corner store retains the character home at the front and now flaunts a new modern renovation at the back the new building addition is cleverly tucked away intentionally maintaining a modest and discrete presence Making the most out of every bit of space available the new ground floor living area focuses on practicality and storage while taking advantage of the sunlight and leafy tree views to the north The extension centres around a magnificent old tree adding a whole new living space without expanding the house’s footprint The ground floor is the heart of modern living This new living wing features Jarrah timber battens that line the eaves a nod to the existing jarrah floorboards in the original house Black metal cladding allows the second level to blend into the background and not compete with the existing heritage facade complete with a spacious ensuite and walk-in robe The primary bedroom boasts huge north-facing windows that overlook the tree Who wouldn’t love waking up to such a view designed to preserve the intricate pressed-tin ceiling of the bedroom below offers the best views of the house – glimpses of the city views over the historic chimney of the original shop front Clever design has resulted in the new upper floor roof going undetected and seamlessly blending with the existing roof This was achieved by designing the new roof at the same angle as the existing one Privacy from surrounding houses is ensured by carefully positioned vertical fins which still allow an abundance of natural light to flood the bedroom the original kitchen was replaced with a new bathroom and toilet while under the new staircase is a laundry designed around the owners’ art collection with meticulous attention to detail The rangehood cladding was deliberately matched to the walls providing a seamless backdrop for the owners’ colourful pieces Each wall was carefully sized to accommodate specific artworks ensuring every cherished piece could be displayed and appreciated Smart design was key to the functionality of the kitchen The kitchen island bench pulls double duty serving as both a prep area and a dining table This clever design maximises space in the lounge room giving the owners flexibility to either add more furniture over time or rearrange the space Head to robesonarchitects.com.au for more information