North Fremantle's Tanzyn Crawford is poised for global recognition with her role in HBO's 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms'. The WAAPA graduate shares her journey from wildlife conservation to Westeros.
Discover Pearla Co, the North Fremantle restaurant championing local seafood with a sustainable, flavour-packed menu. A must-visit for food lovers in WA.
Discover five exciting new cafes and restaurants in Perth to visit this summer, from buzzy Cottesloe eateries to a coastal club in Yanchep. Your guide to the best new food and drink spots.
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.
Esqulant Leisure Group announces two new hospitality venues, Bar Olé and The Heart, opening in Applecross in 2026. Offering stunning Swan River views, they will create 100 jobs and bring Spanish cuisine and upmarket pub dining to Perth's south.
Pomona, a new South American-inspired restaurant, brings a sophisticated, gluten-free dining option to the Gili Islands. Read our first taste review.
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.
Discover Kiri Japanese in Shenton Park, a compact restaurant serving authentic, flavour-packed Japanese cuisine. Read our review of their must-try dishes and intimate dining experience.
Discover the five Western Australian restaurants that earned perfect scores in STM's 2025 reviews, from Bunker Bay to Perth CBD. Find your next culinary destination.
Illawarra restaurants, pubs, and hotels are experiencing high demand for Christmas Day dining as families opt to avoid the stress of cooking at home. Discover the festive menus and prices on offer.
Chef Jimmy Tings revamps the menu at Crouching Monkey in Northbridge with deeply personal dishes inspired by the streets of Malaysia. Discover flavour-packed share plates and bold Asian fusion.
Canberra Times food critics Chris Hansen, Jasper Lindell and Amy Martin share the dishes they can't forget from 2025, their favourite eateries, and hopes for 2026's dining scene.
Melbourne restaurateur Chris Lucas has closed his acclaimed Canberra venue Carlotta after just over a year, citing a failed expansion plan. Read the full story behind the sudden closure.
Getta Betta Coffee and Burger has launched at Cairns DFO, taking over the old Taco Bell location. Discover the new menu and opening details for this local dining addition.
Discover STM's curated list of must-see events and launches in WA. From Pearla & Co's seafood menu to Subi Spritz's return and Grumpi's innovative furniture.
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.
Wollongong businesses lament a 'step backwards' as fire safety concerns force a ban on outdoor dining in Crown Lane. Discover the impact on local nightlife and council plans.
The Meat & Wine Co has launched its second WA venue in South Perth, taking over the iconic Coco's site after 35 years. Enjoy river views and signature South African-inspired steaks.
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.
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.
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.
From nostalgic arcade pizza to buzzy beach clubs, explore the new Perth venues that defined WA's 2025 dining scene. Discover where to eat and drink in 2026.
Hospitality duo behind Terra and Bar Outro open Pizzeria Officina in a converted Braddon garage, serving sourdough pizzas in a nostalgic, casual setting. Open for dinner and weekend lunch.
Thermidor Oyster Bar & Brasserie shuts its doors, with owners citing rising costs and tough trading conditions. Industry warns more closures could follow across the Hunter.
Discover why Canberra's Boat House restaurant, with over 30 years of service, defies the 'bad view' dining rule. Our review of the $92 three-course lunch reveals impeccable service and classic, high-quality dishes.
MasterChef's Simon Toohey reveals his favourite Geelong eateries for the festive season. Discover where to find the best food and drinks in town. Plan your summer feast now!
Sunrise's Katie Brown embarked on a culinary marathon, sampling food from all 32 restaurants and bars on the new Celebrity Xcel. Discover the ship serving up to 30,000 meals daily.
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.