SailGP brings high-speed sailing to Perth for first time
Perth's Fremantle hosts the SailGP grand prix this weekend. Watch 13 elite teams, including the Hollywood-backed Aussie crew, race at 100km/h just metres from shore. Don't miss the action!
Perth's Fremantle hosts the SailGP grand prix this weekend. Watch 13 elite teams, including the Hollywood-backed Aussie crew, race at 100km/h just metres from shore. Don't miss the action!
Discover Pearla Co, the North Fremantle restaurant championing local seafood with a sustainable, flavour-packed menu. A must-visit for food lovers in WA.
The Focus: First Nation Films festival is back at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre on Jan 24-25. Featuring documentaries, music, and speakers like Thomas Mayo, it's a key part of Fremantle's Truth Telling program. Free entry.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
Join a journey through South Fremantle's vibrant South Terrace. Discover dog-friendly breweries, unique boutiques like Ginger Morris, and finish with a dip at South Beach. Plan your visit today.
Min River creates history as the first female-skippered yacht to win the Sydney to Hobart overall title after a protest upheld for a sail breach. Read the full story.
French duo's Sydney to Hobart overall win in doubt after rivals launch protest. The international jury will decide their fate on New Year's Eve. Read the full story.
Hundreds of swimmers braved the waves for the Burson Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim 2025 at Point Roadknight, Anglesea. See the stunning photos and full event recap here.
Robert Large's yacht Inukshuk retired from the Sydney to Hobart race after a fishing net tangled its rudder. The skipper details the tough safety call and looks ahead to next year.
A 48-year-old man allegedly pulled a knife at a family carols event in Launceston. Police made a swift arrest, with no injuries reported. Read the latest on the incident and national security measures.
The floral tributes for the Bondi terror attack victims are being preserved. A local artist will create an installation, while cards go to the Jewish museum. Thousands gathered nationwide to remember.
Discover Bridge House in North Fremantle, where a stunning courtyard meets a Mediterranean-inspired menu. Our review finds the food is worth the wait at this popular local eatery.
South Australian sailor Deirdre 'Cookie' Sibly and a French companion have been found dead after a distress call. The experienced mariner was on her 'trip of a lifetime'. Read the full story.
Sydney's iconic Carols In The Domain returns with hosts Nat Barr and Matt Shirvington for a night dedicated to community resilience and honouring the Bondi tragedy victims. Watch live on Seven.
Bunbury sailor Craig Head guides his GOSH yacht to a triumphant Fremantle arrival after a brutal 23-day Southern Ocean leg, securing the team's third consecutive win in the Clipper Round the World Race.
Chaya Dadon, 14, risked her life to protect two children during the Bondi massacre. Shot in the leg, she shares her harrowing story of survival and faith. Read her incredible act of courage.
Fremantle Council has voted to change planning rules, requiring new small bars to seek approval to address noise issues. Find out what this means for the port city's nightlife.
Cockburn Council reverses staff advice to grant $5000 to Sailing On WA, supporting veterans' mental health through twilight sailing events. A 6-3 vote secures funding for the current season.
The City of Canning invites residents to a free New Year's Day concert and fireworks display at Shelley Foreshore on January 1, 2026. Enjoy live music, family activities and a stunning finale over the Canning River. Plan your visit now.
The Town of East Fremantle faces a doubling of audit fees and a missed deadline for its annual report, linked to the East Fremantle Community Park finances. Read the latest local government update.
Rock band Magpie Senpai has claimed top honours at WA's longest-running youth music contest, Underground Sounds. Six finalists competed for $5000 in prizes. Discover the winners.
Young people in Perth are invited to a free summer holiday event at East Fremantle Community Park on January 10. Enjoy skate coaching, live music, creative workshops and a free sausage sizzle. Book now!
The WA government commits $7.5 million for a new seven-storey social housing apartment block on Queen Victoria Street in Fremantle, dedicated to residents aged 55 and over.
Fremantle Dockers forward Pat Voss has signed a massive contract extension, committing to the club until the end of 2030 and avoiding free agency. Get all the details on the fan favourite's new deal.
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Perth's STAGE 111 fashion event launched a major initiative for emerging designers. See the runway highlights, designers, and the Dockers' Bailey Banfield in a secret agent film.
Thousands of children with disability or illness celebrated at the annual KidsWish Christmas party at Symbio Wildlife Park. The Illawarra Mercury mascot joined the fun.
Ignatius Park College has set the date and venue for its 2025 Senior Formal. Discover the exciting theme and all the key details for this milestone event in Townsville.
Newcastle's 48th Bikers for Kids Toy Run saw a record turnout of 14,000 motorbikes, raising $20k and donating 5000+ gifts for the Salvos' Christmas Appeal. See the festive Aussie scenes.
A Fremantle institution, The Mexican Kitchen, is serving its last meals on December 13 after 45 years on South Terrace. Locals are devastated by the closure of this family-owned favourite.