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10 Perth markets to visit before the end of the year

There’s a million and one reasons to visit some of Perth’s markets as we approach the end of the year – delicious food trucks, Perth’s artisans showing off their products, and of course, the giving season is right around the corner. A low-cost hangout and third space is exactly what we’re looking for as the weather turns around to give us tho...

Why Northbridge has become Perth’s new lazy Sunday afternoon shopping destination

Northbridge is fast becoming Perth’s new favourite shopping destination and place to browse and chill out for a lazy Sunday afternoon. This is old school shopping with an eclectic mix that reflects Northbridge’s history as an inner-city destination for various migrant waves, initially from continental Europe and more recently from Asia. Th...

MARA collective brings lux local and international fashion brands to Subi

Late last year, high-end women’s fashion boutique MARA Collective opened on the corner of New Lane and Rokeby Rd, bringing a much-needed sense of style to Subi’s hospitality-heavy scene.   The Subiaco Renaissance shows no sign of slowing as it seems every week, a once empty shop front reopens its doors and breathes new life.  And it’s not just b...

Florists in Perth offering home delivery

Flowers always make such a classic and timeless gift and, luckily for us, there are several florists in Perth that source from local flower growers. It’s a great time to be supporting local businesses, and you’ll score some serious brownie points with your significant other. Bloomeroo Bloomeroo sells the freshest flowers with unique ar...

Perth stores taking on the 'eco fashion' challenge

The fast fashion industry is constantly criticised for its poor treatment of workers and large environmental footprint. People are increasingly seeking sustainable brands from which to source their clothes so that they can be a little kinder to the planet. A number of local Perth brands have taken on the ‘eco fashion’ challenge, from sportswear ...

Perth's new floral delivery service with a range of floral designs

A brand new floral delivery service has touched down in Perth. Bloomeroo sells the freshest flowers with unique arrangements sure to please no matter the occasion. Pick from an array of floral designs which can be ordered as hand bouquets or in vases. The business caters to all occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays and baby showers as w...

The ultimate in Margaret River luxury: a portable finnish wood fired sauna for hire

Saunas are awesome at any time, especially in winter after a bracing swim or surf, relaxing with up to six of your friends in a warm sauna is total luxury The beauty of Kaarna Sauna is rather than you have to go to the sauna, the sauna comes to you. The only of its kind in the region, Kaarna Sauna is a portable sauna built into an old horse floa...

Last minute gift ideas from Perth boutique stores

We have all been guilty of letting the odd special occasion sneak up on us and being caught present-less. Buying gifts last-minute can be tricky at the best of times, especially when you need something personal and thoughtful to impress that special someone. As a saving grace, we have compiled a couple of options available at boutique stores in ...

Shopping in Margaret River

Enjoy a diverse range of local design and international fashion If you thought a trip to Margaret River was going to get you away from the shops, you were wrong. In addition to the art and jewellery there is a surprising range of diverse fashion labels in the major towns. [gallery columns="2" size="full" link="none" ids="https://media.localista....

10 Valentine's Day hacks for last minute people

If you’re the kind of person who finds themselves frantically running around their local supermarket the night before Valentine’s Day, wondering how to creatively present a box of chocolates or a sad bunch of flowers, then we suggest you read on. There are so many events going on around Perth this Valentine’s Day, and we’ve wrapped up the best t...