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Solo tourPremiumThe Lady In Red singer shrugs off hate for the pop hit

On his way to Perth, Chris de Burgh says whether you love or loathe it, please don’t define his 50-year music career by the 1986 mega-smash alone.

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of January 18-19, 2025

Read what your zodiac sign predicts for your day.

Sudhir Dean

Bar & BitesPremiumWin free food for a year* by eating a metre of pizza

The new Ribs Lane Subiaco offers diners a chance to earn 12 free feeds by conquering the Metre Maniacs Challenge

Simon Collins

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Eatery brings San Sebastian vibes to the southern suburbs

Spanish-inspired dishes make Rustico tapas and wine bar a clear favourite in Rockingham

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of January 11-12, 2025

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Sudhir Dean

Bar & Bites PremiumThommo fires up from both ends at Optus Stadium

Perth’s premier sporting venue unleashes only its second executive chef since opening

Simon Collins

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Beloved country pub relaunches but is it any good?

More than 150 years after pouring its first ale, historic Exchange Hotel is revived as a modern family-friendly pub mixing the old and new in the heart of Pinjarra.

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of January 04 - 05, 2025

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Sudhir Dean

Bar & BitesCommentsPremiumWhy craft beers will struggle and veg will go crazy in 2025

Perth’s foodie scene is set for a shake-up with more familiar dishes, more vegetable dishes and fewer craft brews on the horizon.

Simon Collins

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You don’t need a black skivvy and a beret to love Ah Um

Oddly named and intimate dining room hidden behind a hi-fi listening bar in Northbridge’s Chinatown offers deceptively clever dishes, interesting drinks, and all that jazz

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of December 28-29, 2024

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Sudhir Dean

Bar & BitesBon Voyager: Margaret River winery on a mission

WA stalwart Voyager Estate on course for sustainability under head chef Travis Crane and sommelier Claire Tonon

Simon Collins

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Green-leaning super chef brings fine dining to the main drag

Former Arimia head chef Evan Hayter’s sleek modernist restaurant De’sendent is a cut above the growing pack in downtown Margaret River.

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of December 21-22, 2024

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Sudhir Dean

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Humble outpost with terrific tucker

Arguably Perth’s best chook is on the menu, alongside tasty fresh salads, at ‘kebab shop on steroids’ in a suburban shopping centre.

Simon Collins

Bar & Bites PremiumThe best (and worst) foodie experiences in Perth this year

Food critic Simon Collins chews over the all-you-eat buffet of new venues, new chefs, new dishes and old grievances in his annual A to Z of Perth dining and drinking.

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of December 14 - 15, 2024

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Sudhir Dean

Bar & BitesPremiumSuper chef stays calm catering for hundreds of diners

Multiple weddings, huge corporate functions and massive concerts are no stress for Sandalford Wines executive chef Alan Spagnolo.

Simon Collins

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The huge warehouse hiding a lobster haven

Pot-to-plate lobsters just part of the appeal of sprawling Cervantes restaurant and production facility.

Simon Collins

Queen of social mediaPremiumHits online and off are still coming for pop icon

Legendary American singer Dionne Warwick talks about ruling social media, schooling gangsta rappers, and her long overdue induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for The weekend of December 7- 8, 2024

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Sudhir Dean

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‘Some of the best spaghetti in Perth’

Julian Staltari hails from Germany but has lovers of Italy’s most famous export wrapped around his fork

Simon Collins

StarsYour horoscope for November 30-December 1, 2024

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Sudhir Dean

Bar & BitesCommentsPremiumLocal winemakers explore the current trend of undersea cuvee

Sure, you could cellar your wine in an underground vault or cave, or you could lower it to 10 fathoms (around 18m) and let the ocean currents do the work.

Simon Collins