A local’s guide to Perth: ‘It feels like the city is settling in a little bit’

Local lowdown: Perth’s balmy weather provides the perfect ambience for the al fresco nightlife and walks by the river. Illustration: Guardian

Food

You’ll find a lot to eat on William Street north of the CBD. With everything happening with rent in the city, a lot of young operators have set up shop here. The street is lined by trees and there’s this sense of being able to walk on country and get a sense of where you are. Wines of While is a natural wine bar that attracts a crowd; and I really like No Mafia, a pasta bar overlooking the street.