Author: Madeline Frayne

When ex-Chicago Bulls basketballer Luc Longley lost his home in a fire, the opportunity arose to transform a Fremantle factory unit into a unique home. Until recently, Luc and his wife, chef, TV personality and musician, Anna Gare shared the home with their four grown-up children. But, when the kids moved out, the couple relocated…

No need to find a babysitter next time you want a night out, we’ve got you covered with Perth’s most kid friendly restaurants. NORTH OF THE RIVER Jamie’s Italian Kids’ menus presented on 1980s Viewfinders (remember them?) show that someone is really thinking about the little ones here. Combine that with a creative selection (such…

Escape the crowds with a 4WD adventure You can explore the colossal dunes in Lancelin, manoeuvre along powerline tracks through the hills, or find a deserted beach where you can camp beneath the stars. NORTH COAST & VALLEYS Using the town of Gingin, 25km inland, as a starting point, trek along the edge of the…

Is it weird we have a bit of a fetish for pretty paper and cool lettering? Here are some of Perth’s best options to get your fix. BEST STATIONARY Is it weird we have a bit of a fetish for pretty paper and cool lettering? We might have thought so pre-Pinterest, but now we know…

Where can people in their 30s and 40s go dancing without getting vomited on? Renee Bergere straps on her dancing shoes to find out. God, I love dancing. My friends will tell you I’m always the first one on the dance floor (no buzz required) and, if old school hip-hop is playing, then also the…

Jump on a charter boat, dive on the outer reef and see the whale sharks and manta rays in season, Coral Bay is nothing short of extraordinary. PLACES TO GO Coral Bay Once you arrive at this tiny coastal hamlet put the keys away; you can walk or swim to everything. That includes the Ningaloo…

Matilda Bay Reserve offers guests the chance to enjoy Perth’s idyllic weather with a unique waterfront location at an affordable price. Offering seven beautiful grassed sites for hire, Matilda Bay Reserve is one of the only local reserves to provide a great view of Perth city without restrictions. Under the shade of the beautiful trees…