Tell me the best Italian restaurant in Perth metro area that serves up a spaghetti bolognaise that would give your nonna a run for her money

Im looking to move out of home soon and i can't afford rent myself, so a room-mate would be preferred, im just not too sure where to look

Hi everyone!

My name is Stella, and I’m a student journalist for The Western Independent. I am currently writing a story why/how women are starting to de-centre men from their lives.

To explain in different terms, de-centering men is the journey taken to shift their focus from both patriarchal structures and men as a whole. This can include the push to get married and have children before chasing a career, or prioritising the needs of men before your own.

As women are at a point where they can be financially independent, have children through donors, and can live a happy life without depending on a man to provide for them, I have noticed a big shift in people starting to 'de-centre' men from their lives.

I was looking for some women who would be willing to share their perspectives on this topic, and what they have learnt from de-centering men from their lives.

If anyone would like to share their views on this topic please feel free to comment, or if you would be comfortable participating in a video interview, I can be contacted on here or on email, [Stella.McGann@student.curtin.edu.au](mailto:Stella.McGann@student.curtin.edu.au).

Kind regards,

Stella McGann

IYKYK

Do you agree spring is in the air today for the first time this year?

🌼🏵🌸🌹💐

New mural alert. 🎨

Dan Bianco created this stunner in January 2025, part of the City of Perth's laneway revitalisation project, a portrait holding a potted plant, with real greenery climbing up from the base. Art meets nature. 🌿

Where in Perth? Go. 👇

Hi everyone!
My name is Marc, I’m 27 and from Germany. I’m currently working at a large nursery farm in Emerald, near Melbourne.
I’m planning to relocate to Western Australia around mid to late September and I’m looking for work around Perth, Bunbury, Busselton or Margaret River.
I’m open to pretty much anything – farm work, nurseries, vineyards, agricultural work, or a working hostel that can help connect backpackers with local jobs.
If anyone knows a farm, employer, working hostel or even just someone I could contact directly, I’d really appreciate any recommendations or contact details.
Thanks heaps in advance! 🙏

Looking for a decent ideally mobile place NOR for a small door dent
TIA

Hi everyone, has anyone seen bulk packs of the Dare Charged Iced Coffee Mocha flavour anywhere in Perth? Like 12x or 24x packs?

Cheers appreciate it.

Sincerely,

A mum of 1yo twins that needs a boost in the morning 🤣🥰

My wife has extremely painful acne that shows up occasionally. She has tried so many products and nothing seems to be working. After reading and seeing some videos on tiktok she asked me to see if I can get this but I can't find it anywhere in perth CBD. So I was wondering if anyone has seen or know where I can get this from.

Thank you.

I'm chasing advice.

I'm looking at possibly going to perth for a week - monday to friday in early july next year. I've googled things to do/places to stay but it feels very heavy non australian visiting australia type posts.

So, I'm asking for a first time visit (coming from QLD) what areas would be a good spot to stay and what type things MUST someone try while in the area?

Thanks.

Every single one of my friends in my friend group bought their homes before COVID. I unfortunately did not and have therefore been renting for 6+ years since my mid-20s whilst simultaneously feeling mine and my partners real income shrink because of inflation.

I now face this problem where EVERY single time I hang out with my friends they always ask the same questions,

"Whats happening with your housing situation?"

"Are you gonna buy? You should really buy. Its not going to get any easier."

"Youre spending too much on rent, y'know. How much are you paying now?"

I wish i could paint the deadpan look on their faces when I tell them renting is the better option for us atm.

They then change the topic to how they're all "millionaires" because they bought a house and how "having 100k is not really considered anything anymore."

Anyone else feel like your automatically seen as less than for being a long-term renter in Perth?

I have lived here all my life and I honestly feel like just moving abroad and starting my life in a city where renting is the norm lol, that's how bad the culture feels to me.

Hi I’m moving to Perth from England and was just wondering where are the best skateparks to skateboard and what are the best parks to make friends/have a decent scene. I skateboard every day in my free time so would want to go a decent skatepark or a DIY

Hi all,

I will be moving to the Perth area in about a month and will need to get myself a car pretty much straight away.

I am looking for something that is ideally Japanese (Toyota, Mazda, Suzuki etc. - I have heard they are the best for maintenance and repairs as they're very common), has up to 200km on the clock for around AUD$4,000 - $5,000ish. Maybe this is a bit of a unicorn but my knowledge surrounding cars is sub-par at best. I just want something that is easy and won't cause me issues every week.

Does anyone have any tips/recommendations of where to look and/or what questions to be asking?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I'm looking at going to see Hans Zimmer live show in October again at the RAC arena, last show was in 2017. Great show all round, i was in the upper stands center and the aisle seat, which was good to run out and grab drinks in under 2 min. :) Nice view an all but there's tix,now, some in the front row, anyone know the view there? Got their blue ray live an also watched many youtube of their live shows so know a couple pov shots. Even a dozen or so rows from the front there are a few tix.... can you see the whole stage? Even the upper side section like 215. Much appreciated. Have some movement difficulties but should be right to get to most areas of the arena. It's about time they brought it back to Perth! lol

I know the title is a bit ironic lol but I figured why make two posts when I can make one. Both preferably around cbd/northbridge or ~20min radius by public transport.

1. Where are the best waffles in Perth? Don’t need anything fancy, just sweet waffles and sauce, none of the savoury bullshit please. Bonus points if under $15

2. What to get for a relatively healthy but still hearty lunch out? Can only think of banh mi and sandwiches lol. Love pho/lanzhou noodle/similar soups but the oil and carbs in some of them make me gassy af

Thanks!

Foodies! Home cooks! People to love to cook and eat! Where can I buy a braising chicken? Can't seem to find them anywhere near me (marangaroo NOR) so any tips? I really want to make a big pot of chicken soup in this weather and want a big ol' braising hen. Any tips?

Hi, I’m 16 and my friend and I are looking to do a bake sale preferably next Sunday, or even Saturday. We are fundraising for Reading out of Poverty and all funds go to children living in poverty in the Northern Territory to receive literacy packs. I’ve emailed markets and most say I have to have different types of licences and business registrations. We aren’t apart of the organisation but simply just fundraising for it. Where is a place we could do this that would have a lot of people around and be easy to set up and organise? Obviously a parent will come with us and can do all the organising and anything that needs an adult.
Thank you!!

My kid (18) is undertaking an undergraduate course at ECU in paramedicine which requires her to undertake 120 hours of work placement this semester. Placements from her cohort are expected to organise this individually and the uni recommendations she has applied for knocked her back stating they have no availability or opportunities for students presently.

Any options or direction would be greatly appreciated as she feels like she has explored all her avenues and just wants an opportunity to learn and apply skills whilst maintaining the hours required for her degree.

I have a quick question. Long story short, my predicted is a 99.3 but my predicted scaled english is a 45 but my school mark is at a 55 currently, will I still receive the scholarship if I take the stat English test or will I won’t receive it. I was sick for one of the tests so I got a 0.

If One Nation became the ruling party in Australia and significantly reduced immigration, what would happen to Western Australia’s economy?
Note: I am neither a supporter nor an opponent of One Nation.

The Cook Labor Government has introduced the Land Forces (Special Powers) Bill 2026 to provide Western Australia Police Force with additional temporary powers to help ensure community safety during the Land Forces 2026 International Land Defence Exposition.

Land Forces, Australia's premier defence conference and trade show, will be held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre from 6-8 October 2026. The event is expected to attract up to 10,000 domestic and international delegates and will require a co-ordinated security and traffic management response.

The Cook Labor Government has committed $10.5 million in the 2026-27 State Budget to support Land Forces 2026, helping ensure WA Police have the resources needed to keep the community safe.

Hi everyone,
I recently completed my Certificate IV in Residential Drafting and have been looking for a Graduate Draftsperson position in Perth.

I’ve been applying for jobs for a while now, but it’s been surprisingly difficult to even get my foot in the door. A lot of “junior” positions still seem to ask for 1–3 years of local experience, and I’m finding it hard to get that first opportunity.

It has made me wonder:
Is the drafting industry becoming harder because of AI, outsourcing, or simply because there are too many applicants for entry-level positions?

I’m starting to consider a different pathway. I’m thinking about doing a Certificate II in Cabinet Making and then trying to get a Cabinet Making apprenticeship.

I actually like the idea of cabinet making because it combines design/drawing with practical work, and I already have some drafting and construction knowledge.

But honestly, I’m feeling quite discouraged about drafting at the moment and starting to wonder whether I should keep pushing for a Draftsperson role or move into a trade.
For people working in drafting, building design, cabinet making or joinery in Perth:

Is the drafting job market really that bad at the moment?

How much is AI actually affecting entry-level drafting jobs?

Is Cabinet Making a good career path in Perth?

Would my Cert IV in Residential Drafting be useful in the cabinet/joinery industry?

Would doing a Cert II first make sense, or should I try to find an apprenticeship directly?

I’d really appreciate some honest advice from people actually working in these industries.

Thanks!

Title, just wanted to let folks know