British Expat's Perth Gripes: Wind, Isolation, and Rainy Winters
Sarah Bolson, a British expat living in Perth with her husband Jamie, has openly discussed her key complaints about life in Western Australia, despite expressing love for the region. In a social media reel, she highlighted that life in Perth is not all sunshine and rainbows, pointing to several challenges that affect her daily experience.
Constant Wind and Isolation Top the List
Mrs Bolson emphasized the persistent wind in WA, joking that the abbreviation stands for wind always. She also noted the isolation, explaining that while Bali is accessible, traveling to the east coast involves a four-and-a-half-hour flight and significant costs. This isolation extends to online shopping, with deliveries often taking weeks, leading her to quip that WA means wait awhile.
Long Winters and Daylight Savings Debate
Another major gripe is Perth's long, wet winters, which she described as hitting harder than expected, with the city receiving the most rain among Australian cities in July and August. Additionally, she criticized WA's lack of daylight savings, preferring later sunsets in summer. However, commenters on her post defended Perth's climate, citing its high daylight hours and temperate weather, while others added their own complaints, such as strong UV and missed concert tours.
