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The first solo exhibition in a state art gallery by internationally acclaimed, Western Australian-born artist, Tim Burns.
A protean figure, Tim Burns is one of Australia's pre-eminent conceptual artists. His oeuvre has long been fugitive; variously and at times intentionally, by the artist himself, dissembled, obfuscated and ventriloquized.
Spanning his six-decade career, this exhibition showcases Burns's unique contributions to the fields of performance, video and conceptual art, his formative role in experimental filmmaking and his talents as a painter.
The Kinetic Moments includes paintings, works on paper, artist's books, films, video works, ephemera and archival material, with more than 35 works by the artist and collaborators from major Australian public and private collections on display. From original performance documentation unseen since the 1970s, to paintings completed as recently as 2025, the exhibition charts Burns's development from a radical artist into an artistic force majeure.
At the exhibition's core is Burns's first work in the State Art Collection, Resumé 73-77. A single-edition deconstructed artist's book that documents one of Burns's most radical and productive artmaking periods and journeys across cities, countries and art movements. Set between his earliest surviving paintings from 1969 and his later forays into super-8 filmmaking, this work, and by extension the exhibition, reveals Burns's continual positioning of himself as an artist at the intersection of radical politics, academic enquiry and conceptual provocations.
All the secrets are buried between the oceans and the mountains, is the first solo exhibition by acclaimed Western Australian artist Stormie Mills to be held at an Australian state gallery.
A defining figure in Australian street art, Mills has spent four decades shaping the visual language of contemporary urban culture. This landmark exhibition presents a new body of work reflecting his global movements, personal history, and the encounters that have informed his distinctive practice since he first began painting in 1984.
Through his sustained practice, Mills has played a pivotal role in advancing street art as a recognised contemporary art form, helping shift public perception from underground graffiti to a respected and influential movement. His works, rendered in a restrained palette of black, white, grey and silver, explore themes of isolation, tenderness, resilience and the human condition. Their quiet vulnerability and hope have resonated with audiences across cultures and continents.
All the secrets are buried between the oceans and the mountains brings together a significant body of new and recent works that reflect Mills' desire to connect intimately with others through painting, through storytelling, and through shared emotional experience.
No night is long enough for us to dream twice (a title drawn from a line by the Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish) brings together contemporary photography and video by nine artists – Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme, Mohamad Abdouni, Hicham Benohoud, Myriam Boulos, Mohamed Bourouissa, Sabiha Çimen, Hannah Darabi and Abdulhamid Kircher – from South West Asia, North Africa and their diasporas.
What connects these artists is not geography alone but a shared engagement with conditions of pressure, rupture and transformation. Their works emerge from sites where social, political and emotional forces accumulate, break apart and reform. In doing so, they mirror the contemporary condition of photography itself: a medium operating at the limits of representation and reality.
Rather than simply documenting what has been, these images push against the boundaries of the world they depict. Through aesthetic strategies of intensification, the artists create images that are hypervisceral, hypersaturated and affectively overwhelming. Photography becomes less a record than a force, capable of unsettling perception and opening new ways of seeing.
The show reflects on the unstable relationship between images and reality in the present moment. If dreaming is understood as a collective and political act of imagining otherwise, the title suggests that the work of the image in shaping reality remains unfinished.
The Perth Wedding Expo is fast-growing and exciting. Held annually at the well-known Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre close to the Perth CBD. With over 120 of the most prestigious and creative wedding suppliers and bridal vendors. They love the urban, floral, modern vibe that the Perth Bridal Expo brings. Full of colour, inspiration, fun and great live entertainment – the Perth's Annual Wedding Expo is an event not to be missed. Free Entry plus couples receive the exclusive 'I'm Getting Married' Bag with vendor information and expo specials.
The hand-picked creative vendors include an array of florist, bridal gowns, photography, invitations, wedding cars, hens parties, makeup, fitness, men's suits, shoes, videography, reception venues, honeymoon, bridal favours, candy buffets, wedding cakes, bridal jewellery, wedding planners, marriage celebrants and wedding stylist.
Prepare to be immersed in a vibrant atmosphere filled with color, inspiration, and entertainment. From florists to bridal gowns, photography to wedding cars, and everything in between, our hand-picked vendors offer a diverse range of services to cater to every couple's needs. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event that brings together the best in the wedding industry.
Drawn from the State Art Collection, I AM celebrates the depth, diversity and creative strength of Aboriginal art and culture.
Featuring a significant selection of new, recent and rarely seen works by Aboriginal artists.
I AM brings together over 60 works by First Nations artists from across Australia and centres on personal and shared stories that elevate Aboriginal knowledge and perspectives on the world and our place in it. I AM reflects the dynamism of Aboriginal art, from deeply rooted traditions to bold contemporary expression.
Select highlights include paintings by Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori and Emily Kam Kngwarray that depict the rhythms of Country; bark paintings by Wandjuk Marika that recount creation stories; a major glass installation by Yhonnie Scarce addressing the history of atomic testing in Australia; and portraits and mental maps by Julie Dowling, Dianne Jones, Gordon Bennett and Dallas Fletcher.
Themes woven into the exhibition include connection to Country, culture, history and lived experience. It features artists from regions across Australia, including the South-West, the Kimberley, Arnhem Land, the Tiwi Islands, and the Western Desert region.
Western Australian artists are strongly represented, including 11 Noongar artists. Artworks by WA artists acquired during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the AGWA Foundation's $1.5 million Stimulus Package, are also included.
UnWined Subiaco returns to Market Square Park for a weekend dedicated to celebrating the very best of WA wine, food, and good times. Your ticket includes a Plumm tasting glass, giving you access to more than 300 wines from over 50 local wineries, with plenty of opportunities to discover new favourites and stock up for your home cellar.
Beyond the wine, explore a fantastic line-up of boutique breweries, distilleries, and gourmet food vendors serving everything from share plates and tapas to indulgent festival favourites. Find a spot on the lawn, settle in with friends, or wander the park with a glass in hand as you soak up the vibrant festival atmosphere.
Enjoy live music throughout the weekend, meet the makers behind your favourite drops, and discover exciting new producers from across Western Australia. Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or simply looking for a great day out, there's something for everyone.
For an elevated experience, secure your place at a Perth Is OK! Barrel Session, featuring guided tastings with leading WA wine and spirit producers. Or indulge in the exclusive Mercedes Benz Park Lounge, complete with all-inclusive drinks, gourmet catering, premium seating, and extra comforts.
Gather your friends and join them for WA's favourite wine and food festival - a weekend of sipping, savouring, and celebrating local.
Bloom returns to Joondalup with an all-new immersive nighttime experience.
This spring, Central Park transforms into Living Connections—a breathtaking journey through four extraordinary worlds where light, nature and storytelling come together after dark.
Guided by four Australian animal guardians, you'll travel through the realms of Sky, Water, Land and Underground, discovering how every living thing is connected. Along the way, encounter towering holographic wildlife, spectacular lasers, immersive projections, glowing landscapes, interactive installations and an original soundtrack that surrounds you at every turn.
As the journey unfolds, you'll help restore the balance of nature, uncover hidden worlds beneath your feet, wander beneath shimmering canopies and explore magical environments inspired by Australia's unique wildlife.
Designed for all ages, Bloom is a one-of-a-kind experience that blends art, technology and storytelling into an unforgettable night under the stars.
Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning for another season, Bloom is a completely new adventure filled with awe, discovery and unforgettable moments around every corner.
Subiaco Farmers Market is one of the oldest and original farmers market in Western Australia, operating since 2009.
Supporting a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, they support Western Australian farmers, growers and producers in creating a welcoming, family-friendly place where you can meet friends, shop for wonderful produce and gourmet foods, enjoy some fantastic fresh food and drink for breakfast or brunch and listen to talented entertainers.
Subiaco Farmers Market's mission as a non-for-profit organisation is to support Subiaco Primary School on an ongoing and sustainable basis and promote the “clean green” message in the community and contribute to local environmental sustainability.
The markets are on every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. See you there next Saturday!
On 21 June 1985, the first printed edition of X-Press Magazine hit Perth's streets. From humble beginnings as a small but plucky guide to Perth's nightlife, the magazine became a highly influential bible for all things music, art, fashion, food and drink in Perth. Curated by former X-Press editor Bob Gordon, the exhibition reflects on the magazine's cultural impact and legacy. With the title now owned by local media company Vanguard Media Group, it also looks to the brand's digital future.
Join them to launch their newest exhibition, X-Press Magazine: 41 Years on the Streets. They'll be celebrating with an electrifying panel conversation with journalists, musicians and those closest to the magazine, who'll reminisce on war stories from the trenches of rock 'n' roll and print journalism and reflect on the changing tides of fashion, media and pop culture in Perth. The evening will also include musical interludes from Abbe May.
Panellists
Abbe May: ARIA-nominated WA musician and raconteur
Bob Gordon: X-Press Magazine's longest serving editor
Brayden Edwards: Current editor, X-Press Magazine online
Joe Cipriani: Founder and former owner X-Press Magazine
Toni Wilkinson: Leading WA photographer and long-serving X-Press Magazine snapper
Moderator: David Craddock, Manager Engagement and Creative Programs, State Library of Western Australia
Perth's original and largest street food market, the Twilight Food Market, brings the world's tastiest flavours right to the heart of the city. Hosted by the City of Perth and held in Forrest Place, this market transforms Friday nights into a vibrant celebration of food, culture, and community.
Running from October to March each summer, the market offers a delicious array of authentic street foods from around the globe. Visitors can immerse themselves in the lively atmosphere, sampling diverse cuisines while enjoying live performances from local musicians that add to the vibrant cultural experience.
The Twilight Food Market is the perfect spot to unwind after work, catch up with friends, or enjoy a family night out. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite before a show or leisurely exploring the many food stalls, the market's energetic vibe and mouthwatering offerings make it a must-visit summer tradition in Perth.
With the city skyline as your backdrop and the scent of delicious street food in the air, the Twilight Food Market offers an unforgettable way to enjoy Perth's summer evenings.
Travel around Australia revisiting your memories of the classic Aussie motel, from family holidays and long road trips to continental breakfasts and mid-century mod-cons.
In a land where the car has provided us with the ultimate freedom to hit the road and explore, it is no surprise that Australians wholeheartedly embraced the American concept of the motel. When motels began springing up in the 1950s, they represented a new, stylish and sophisticated way to travel.
Join the National Archives and Tim Ross on a driving holiday through the quintessential Australian experience of staying in a motel. And find out why these images are part of the National Archives’ collection.
This exhibition is supported by the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program, an Australian Government program aiming to improve access to the national collections for all Australians.
Come curious. Leave enchanted.
This Halloween, Spookiaco transforms Subiaco into a place of curiosities filled with larger-than-life monsters, haunted laneways, family-friendly fun and unexpected surprises. Explore immersive art installations, discover spooky photo opportunities, enjoy themed food and drinks, and experience a weekend packed with mystery, mischief and entertainment.
Discover a different side of Subiaco at Spookiaco, a Halloween celebration unlike any other.
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