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Iconic — Image credit: City of Perth

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Iconic

Standing at the entrance to the Mirvac office tower, this striking sculpture marks a defining moment in Perth's history—the felling of a tree in 1829 to commemorate the city's founding. More than just a landmark, it serves as a powerful symbol of renewal, cultural identity, and continuity. Crafted from interwoven stainless steel tubes, the sculpture rises in a form inspired by ancient tree trunks. Its modern design reflects the enduring strength and interconnectedness of community, nature, and heritage. The tree form, with its elegant buttressed lines, honours both the past and the regenerative cycles shaping the city's future. At pavement level, the sculpture splits into three branches, encircling a stone marking the precise site of the original tree. This base includes an engraved "end grain" detail—an artistic reference to the foundation tree's cut surface—offering a tactile, symbolic connection to the land and its layered history. Located in the heart of the city, the Foundation Tree sculpture is more than a piece of public art; it's a place of reflection, a cultural waypoint, and a reminder of Perth's beginnings and its ongoing transformation.

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David Malcolm Justice Centre — Image credit: City of Perth

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Onward!Onward!

Immerse yourself in Western Australia's shared cultural history at Onward! Onward!, a compelling, site-specific public art installation located in the heart of Perth's Cathedral Square. Created by renowned local artist Marcus Canning, this thought-provoking piece invites visitors to look down and connect deeply with the land's First Peoples. The artwork features 256 granite pavers seamlessly integrated into the public plaza. Each paver is intricately etched with English and Noongar words and phrases, gently encouraging reflection, conversation, and cultural awareness as you stroll through the precinct. Canning, whose own family heritage includes his great-great-uncle and famed WA surveyor Alfred Canning, designed the piece to playfully yet profoundly contrast colonial mapping with enduring Indigenous language. It stands as a subtle, powerful celebration of cultural resilience. Centrally located between St Georges Terrace and Hay Street, this open-air exhibition is completely free to access and open 24/7. It serves as a perfect cultural stop during a walking tour of the Perth CBD.

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Agritourism

Perth to Denmark Western Australian Cider Trail

Welcome to Western Australia's first statewide cider trail, passionately crafted from Western Australian fruit. Come and meet the families that have passionately tended local apple and pear orchards for generations and experience their award-winning ciders. The trail starts in the Swan Valley and then meanders through the Perth Hills before bringing you through the South West and into the Great Southern region. Along the way, you are invited to taste ciders born from the state's different apple-growing regions. The ciders are handcrafted using local fruit and traditional and brew-style methods. Your cider experience will open you to new perceptions and understanding of its unique characteristics. The cider makers will share with you their distinct style whether it be steeped in tradition or a modern twist. They are growers and seekers of the freshest local produce with a desire to offer you a pure and natural cider product. Leave behind your preconceived ideas of cider. Indulge your tastebuds and immerse yourself in the variety of venue attractions from the orchard and cellar door experiences through to dining and family fun and comfort.

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State Buildings, Perth shopping — Image credit: Tourism WA

Shopping and Markets

Shopping - Perth, Northbridge and West Perth

Retail therapy can be found in the form of leading fashion houses, chic boutiques and outlet bargains on a shopping spree in Perth, Northbridge and West Perth. Seekers of high-end fashion should head for the King Street precinct, in the west end of the city - the place to be seen with Perth's well-heeled, indulging in international and local designer labels and luxury brands. Other rich pickings include designer jewellery crafted from Western Australian gold, Argyle diamonds, Australian opals and Broome's famous South Sea pearls. Other popular city shopping precincts for big-brand fashion, jewellery, homewares and more include the Murray and Hay Street malls, Brookfield Place, Raine Square, Enex 100, 140 William, Wesley Quarter, Arcade 800 and Bon Marche Arcade. If vintage, hip and quirky is more your style, make a beeline for the boutiques of William Street in Northbridge. Or, if it's a bargain you really want, take the train or a short drive to West Perth's Watertown - the buzzing hub of outlet shopping.

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Archie Brothers Forrest Chase

Amusement and Theme Parks

Archie Brothers Forrest Chase

They are your local arcade, but not how you remember it. Prepare to be dazzled and delighted by a spectacle for (all) the ages! Archie Brothers is a prize for your eyes, a kaleidoscopic circus of cocktails and arcade games – bringing new fun to old classics! On Level One of Forrest Chase, the Perth party just levelled up. Step inside Archie Brothers. A neon-drenched playground packed with arcade games, bowling, and cocktails that know how to have a good time. Part arcade, part bar, part carnival chaos — it's the perfect place to let loose, smash high scores, and kick your night into overdrive.

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Strike Bowling Forrest Chase

Amusement and Theme Parks

Strike Bowling Forrest Chase

Located on level one of Forrest Chase, it's packed to the rafters with ten bowling lanes, two karaoke rooms, two tricky escape rooms and four amazing party rooms and has the fun covered for everyone. Add to this their delicious menu and you can settle in for the ultimate night out. So, whether you're having a kid's party, Christmas function, team building event - or a night out with mates, Strike Forrest Chase is the place to be.

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Murray Street Mall — Image credit: Tourism WA

Shopping and Markets

Murray Street Mall

Located in the heart of Perth's central business district, Murray Street Mall is a bustling, pedestrian-only strip that's perfect for shopping, strolling, and soaking up the city's energy. With major retailers, boutiques, cafés, and department stores lining both sides, it's a favourite destination for locals and visitors alike. Just a short walk from Perth Train Station, the mall is easily accessible and well-connected to other city attractions. As you wander through the mall, you'll often encounter talented buskers and street performers, adding a lively, welcoming vibe to your shopping experience. The blend of music, movement, and city sounds creates an atmosphere that's both energetic and uniquely Perth. Murray Street Mall flows seamlessly into Forrest Place, a public square that hosts events and pop-up markets year-round. During the summer months, don't miss the Twilight Hawkers Market on Friday evenings—an open-air food market celebrating global street food, local flavours, and community culture. Whether you're hunting for the perfect outfit, grabbing a coffee, or enjoying some live entertainment, Murray Street Mall is a vibrant slice of city life that invites you to linger, explore, and enjoy.

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The Art Gallery of Western Australia — Image credit: The Art Gallery of Western Australia

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Art Gallery of Western Australia

Situated in the heart of the Perth Cultural Centre, The Art Gallery of Western Australia is the home of visual arts in Western Australia. Housed in an internationally renowned Brutalist building designed by Architect Charles Sierakowski, The Art Gallery of Western Australia has an impressive collection of artworks by First Nations and Western Australian artists, alongside works from around Australia and the world. The Art Gallery of Western Australia's exciting rooftop redevelopment hosts one of the largest rooftop spaces in Western Australia, complete with an open-air sculpture walk, rooftop bar and venue space, taking in Perth’s incredible city skyline and Noongar artist Christopher Pease’s illuminating 34-metre artwork. Alongside the new is one of Western Australia's oldest buildings, the former police courts built in 1905. These heritage-listed ‘Centenary Galleries’ are now home to a changing rotation of exhibitions. The Art Gallery of Western Australia hosts a diverse line-up of exhibitions across the year, accompanied by an exciting program of events, including artist talks, music, performance art, and more. A visit would not be complete without browsing the stunning design, craft and art products found in the Gallery’s Design Store known for its focus on stocking innovative design pieces by local and international artists.

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His Majesty's Theatre, Australia's oldest Edwardian theatre — Image credit: Tourism WA

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

The Big Boom Tour

The Big Boom Tour is a historical walk through Perth city that highlights the 'boom' created by gold and the resultant surge of growth, wealth and prosperity in Western Australia. The city population swelled, buildings were erected, and it seemed Perth would 'bust' as this remote town turned into a buzzing cosmopolitan city. Discover interesting trinkets in the bustling London Court - a mock Elizabethan reproduction of an old London street, boutiques and cafes in King Street, one of the best preserved gold rush period streetscapes in Perth and gold bullion at the Perth Mint, which still operates today. The trail also takes in some of Perth's most interesting architecture, including the Victorian Free Gothic arches of the Perth Town Hall, the Edwardian finery of His Majesty's Theatre and the imposing Beaux Arts style of the General Post Office. The Big Boom Tour is one of several tours around the City of Perth. Volunteers guide free walking tours each weekday, departing from the i-City Information Kiosk in Murray Street Mall near Forrest Place. This easy tour is 2 kilometres long and will take two hours - you can join or leave anywhere along the way.

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Town Hall — Image credit: City of Perth

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Perth Town Hall

Step back in time at the historic Perth Town Hall, an architectural masterpiece standing proudly in the heart of the Perth CBD. Officially opened in 1870, this striking heritage landmark holds the unique title of being Australia's only capital city town hall constructed by convict labour, making it a site of immense national significance. Designed in an elegant Victorian Free Gothic style, the building features magnificent, pointed arches, a soaring clock tower, and whimsical wedding-cake turrets. Following an award-winning restoration, the grand Main Hall showcases a dramatic 15-metre cathedral ceiling, stained-glass windows, and polished jarrah floorboards. Meanwhile, the glass-encased Lower Foyer and Undercroft host rotating historical displays and local community exhibitions. Over its lifespan, the hall has served diverse roles—ranging from a 19th-century fire station to a colonial marketplace. Today, it operates as a vibrant cultural hub, welcoming visitors for public events, concerts, and free civic history tours. Conveniently located at the corner of Barrack and Hay Streets, this iconic attraction is completely free to enter and serves as an unmissable anchor stop for anyone exploring Western Australia's rich colonial history.

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140 Perth — Image credit: 140 Perth Twitter Photo

Shopping and Markets

140 Perth

Whether you’re in need of a dumpling delight, a French baguette to satisfy your lunch, coffee pick me up, a long lunch in Perth central business district (CBD), sweet treat or after work drink it’s all at 140 Perth. The collection of restaurants at 140 Perth covers all the flavours and tastes that one could wish for. 140 Perth is a hub, directly in the middle of Perth’s CBD boasting world-famous restaurants and everything in between. With the fantastic food retailers and restaurants available at 140 Perth, it is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat in your busy day, making it the perfect destination to find lunch in Perth. 140 Perth gives the people of Perth city something to delight their eyes, open their mind, and nurture their soul. Discover the living gallery of eclectic and bespoke works from local, national and international artists. There's also an eclectic mix of retailers with services that mean you can grab a magazine on the way home in the train station, book to see a dentist or have your phone fixed.

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Hay Street Mall — Image credit: Tourism WA

Shopping and Markets

Hay Street Mall

Stretching between William Street and Barrack Street in the heart of Perth CBD, Hay Street Mall is one of the city's premier shopping and entertainment precincts. This vibrant pedestrian mall offers an exciting mix of international brands, Australian retailers, specialty boutiques, cafés and dining options, making it a favourite destination for both visitors and locals. Beyond its retail appeal, Hay Street Mall is rich in history. Established as Australia's first pedestrian shopping mall in 1972, it is home to a collection of beautifully preserved heritage buildings, charming arcades and historic laneways that reflect Perth's unique character and architectural heritage. Conveniently located within walking distance of major attractions including Forrest Place, London Court, the Perth Town Hall, Elizabeth Quay and Murray Street Mall, Hay Street Mall is the perfect place to shop, dine, people-watch or simply soak up the atmosphere of Perth's city centre. Whether you're searching for the latest fashion, a unique gift or a relaxing coffee break, Hay Street Mall offers something for everyone.

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

City of Perth Library

Connect, learn, and relax at the City of Perth Library, a vibrant community hub functioning as the city's modern learning and living room. Designed as a striking, circular seven-story structure, this state-of-the-art building represents the first major civic construction project completed in the Perth CBD since the Perth Concert Hall nearly 40 years prior. Far more than a home for books, the library features a dedicated History Centre, specialized Young Adult and Children's floors—complete with a whimsical "Tree of Knowledge" for Storytime—and an outdoor terrace overlooking Cathedral Square. Visitors are welcomed on the ground floor by views of Perth's largest living green wall. Looking upward, the ceiling showcases artist Andrew Nicholls' breathtaking fresco, Delight and Hurt Not, which beautifully reimagines the conclusion of Shakespeare's The Tempest from a uniquely Western Australian perspective. The facility provides free high-speed Wi-Fi, private meeting and audio-visual rooms, cozy reading areas, and free, library-exclusive digital resources. Located at 573 Hay Street, the library offers free entry and is open to the public daily with varying hours. It is fully wheelchair accessible and conveniently situated steps from CBD public transit, parking, and premium precinct dining.

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Escape This Perth

Amusement and Theme Parks

Escape This Perth

The stage is set for an epic adventure at Escape This Perth, the largest escape room venue in the southern hemisphere! Escape This Perth is home to Perth’s best-rated, most talked about escape rooms, playing across thirteen totally immersive adventure themes. Catering to groups of 2 to 8 players, from ages 9 and above, these escape rooms promise an hour-long, adrenaline-pumping adventure like none other! Conveniently located on the Hay St Mall in the heart of Perth, they are a breeze to get to.

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Cathedral Square Lawn — Image credit: City of Perth

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Art Collective WA

Immerse yourself in regional creativity at Art Collective WA, a premier artist-run gallery nestled in Perth's Cathedral Square. Established in 2013, this unique, not-for-profit organisation champions long-term career artists who have lived and worked in Western Australia for many years. Operating with a collaborative group approach, the collective provides critical career infrastructure, presenting members and invited guests through a dynamically rotating annual program. Beyond its physical concrete-and-glass gallery floor, Art Collective WA extends its reach globally by showcasing local talent at major international art fairs, including Art Stage Singapore and Sydney Contemporary, alongside strategic regional partnerships with the Holmes à Court Gallery, Geraldton, and Bunbury Regional Art Galleries. The gallery also drives the preservation of regional art history. Through its celebrated Collective Conversations podcast series and the publication of substantial artist monographs, it successfully projects Western Australian visual art into a global contemporary context. The Collective Conversations and Book Club are a deliberate contribution to the art history of Western Australia. Artist interviews are recorded for posterity and made available as podcasts and substantial artist monographs are published. Both these initiatives firmly place the artists and their work in the global visual art context.

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WA Museum Boola Bardip — Image credit: WA Museum Boola Bardip

Galleries, Museums and Collections

WA Museum Boola Bardip

WA Museum Boola Bardip is located in the arts and culture hub of Perth. Boola Bardip meaning ‘many stories’ in the traditional Nyoongar language, the Museum provides a bold, dynamic setting for Western Australia's fascinating stories, history and culture to unfold through state-of-the-art technology and innovative interactive exhibits. Rising majestically above the heritage buildings of Perth’s Cultural Centre, this modern marvel encompasses 6,000 square metres of gallery space, including a 1,000 square metre large-scale exhibition space. Wander the two intersecting loops to feel inspired by the virtual stories and collections held in eight exhibitions, which explore three major themes: the diversity and spirit of the West Australian people, the awe-inspiring beauty of the state’s landscape, and Western Australia’s impact on the world. Boola Bardip takes a unique ‘people-first’ approach to its curation, with the stories and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples taking centre stage in its exhibitions. In doing so, the museum recognises the primary rights of Australia’s first peoples in practising and expressing their cultural heritage. WA Museum Boola Bardip welcomes visitors of all abilities and aims to provide an inclusive, accessible and enjoyable experience for everyone. Available to visitors are Visual Supports, Sensory Maps and Backpacks, Visual Stories, designated quiet times and quiet spaces. Join a guided tour, attend an educational event or visit one of the vibrant communal spaces.

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Ascalon — Image credit: City of Perth

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Ascalon

Marvel at Ascalon, a commanding public artwork standing proudly on the forecourt of St George's Cathedral within Perth's Cathedral Square precinct. Unveiled in 2011, this striking, billowing white contemporary sculpture was co-created by renowned Western Australian artists Marcus Canning and Christian de Vietri to serve as a fittingly powerful statement for this historic civic space. As an abstract interpretation of the classic legend of St George and the dragon, the sculpture delivers a magnificent visual depiction of the universal triumph of good over evil. The artwork's towering, angled pole and dramatic white billow represent St George's righteous lance, cloak, and steed. Contrastingly, its heavily faceted black base is deeply reminiscent of the defeated body of the dragon. Its unique name is taken directly from the name of St George's lance in medieval romances—itself a derivation of the historic city of Ashkelon in Israel. Positioned centrally at 1 Cathedral Avenue, this iconic open-air landmark is completely free to experience 24/7. At night, it features dramatic illumination, making it a spectacular photo opportunity for architecture enthusiasts, art lovers, and inner-city walking tours. The sculpture is situated just steps away from premium dining options, public transit hubs, and the adjacent historic Perth Town Hall.

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Burt Memorial Hall — Image credit: City of Perth

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Burt Memorial Hall

Discover a vital piece of Western Australia's civic history at the Burt Memorial Hall, a beautiful community building standing proudly in the centre of Perth's Cathedral Square precinct. Positioned adjacent to St George's Cathedral, this historic landmark was constructed in the elegant Gothic Revival style. It serves as a lasting symbol of Perth's prominent Burt family, who played a deeply significant role in the government of the Swan River Colony during its foundational years. Following decades of wear, the building underwent a meticulous, sympathetic restoration as part of the broader Cathedral Restoration Project, officially reopening its doors to the public in 2014. Today, the revitalised space functions as a versatile and vibrant hub for the local community, regularly hosting a diverse variety of Cathedral and diocesan functions, public receptions, educational workshops, school group visits, and rotating cultural exhibitions. Located at 38a St Georges Terrace, this heritage-listed gem is an essential stop for architectural enthusiasts, historians, and tourists exploring the city's foundational colonial roots. While the hall's interior access is primarily subject to scheduled events, functions, and exhibitions, its striking exterior can be admired free of charge 24/7. The fully accessible venue is perfectly situated steps away from premium precinct dining, central CBD public transit hubs, and the historic Perth Town Hall.

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Dirty Deeds — Image credit: Dion Photography 2016

Landmarks and Buildings

Dirty Deeds

Uncover a fascinating, hidden layer of Western Australia's criminal justice history at Dirty Deeds, an evocative, site-specific public artwork located in the heart of Perth's Cathedral Square precinct. Fronting Barrack Street at the Perth Town Hall end of the State Buildings, the piece is situated exactly where the city's first Police Court operated back in the 1870s. The clever installation maps out the real-world boundaries of the court's two original holding cells, which commentators in the 19th-century press heavily criticized as "miserable little boxes" due to their severe lack of light and ventilation. Today, the stark physical footprint of these cramped cells is intricately etched directly into the granite paving, including the exact positioning of their entry doors and tiny windows. To bring this grim space to life, the artists meticulously combed through original archival records of the Police Court News to uncover and display the actual names, sentences, and misdeeds of the real historical detainees once held there. Completely free to explore 24/7, this thought-provoking installation directly connects the modern, award-winning Petition Kitchen dining area with its raw colonial past. The entire outdoor plaza is wheelchair accessible and serves as an unmissable, highly educational stop for urban heritage trails, walking tours, and history buffs navigating the central business district.

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international headliners every week at Comedy Lounge hosts a different lineup every week. — Image credit: Comedy Lounge

Entertainment Venues

Comedy Lounge

Comedy Lounge is one of Australia's leading live comedy venues, located in the heart of Perth, WA. They host stand-up shows every week, with a lineup that mixes Perth's best local comedians with touring acts from across Australia and overseas. The venue has a fully licensed bar and kitchen, so you can grab a meal and a drink before the show or enjoy table service during the performance. With great sightlines, quality sound, and an energetic crowd, every night is built to deliver real laughs. Whether you're looking for things to do in Perth on a Friday or Saturday night, planning a group outing, or showing visitors around the city, Comedy Lounge is one of Perth's top entertainment options. They run shows most weekends, plus special events, comedy festivals, and visiting headline tours throughout the year. For tickets and info, visit the website.

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State Theatre Centre — Image credit: Tourism WA

Entertainment Venues

State Theatre Centre of WA

Housing the Heath Ledger Theatre, named after late Perth-born Hollywood actor Heath Ledger, this 575-capacity theatre is part of a defining architectural landmark in the city; home to the Black Swan State Theatre Company and Co3 Australia. Designed by award-winning Kerry Hill Architects, the State Theatre Centre’s design delivers a building that not only provides a functional and inspiring venue for performers and their audiences but has also become an instantly recognisable part of the city. Two interactive, visually and audibly stunning artworks ‘Falling from Heaven to Earth, the Shooting Star’ and ‘Interval’ are part of the physical structure using current technology to connect the history of the site with its present and future. The Centre hosts contemporary performing arts, such as theatre, dance and music with a focus on distinctive professional and contemporary work produced locally, nationally and internationally.

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Shopping and Markets

Enex

Enex provides a convenient connection between the Hay Street Mall and St Georges Terrace. With 24 hour security, a first class food podium, parents room and amenities, Woolworths Supermarket, Friendlies Pharmacy and 46 fashion, food and lifestyle boutiques – Enex is your one stop style destination. You can window shop, get that quick caffeine kick or pick up some last minute groceries from Woolworths all on your way to work.

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Shopping and Markets

Kailis Jewellery

Kailis Jewellery pieces possess an extraordinary iridescent quality. They are highly sought after and recognised as prized, inherently beautiful and timeless. They are desired accessories, warm to the touch, very personal and each one uniquely captivating. Kailis carefully chooses the very best pearls to create luxurious collections of fine Australian South Sea pearl jewellery, ranging from lustrous strands and lavish pieces to modern, luxurious creations. The designs boast true provenance backed by the 'Kailis Certificate of Authenticity' provided with each purchase. This certificate not only confirms the Australian origin of your pearl but also that you have in your possession an enduring gem of the finest quality that can be treasured for generations.

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

State Buildings

Beneath the soaring archways of the iconic State Buildings, new life is being breathed into a collection of iconic heritage buildings that will revive the civic heart of Perth. The former government buildings have been reimagined, re-invigorated and returned as a vibrant hub of retail, dining and hotel offerings. The three interconnected heritage buildings known as the State Buildings sit on the corner of St Georges Terrace and Barrack Street in the centre of Perth. Over their 140-year history, they’ve been used as Public Offices, a Police Court and cell block, a Treasury, a Survey Department, a General Post Office, Immigration Offices, Office of the Premier and Cabinet, a Lands Department and Titles Building – but have been empty and unused since the government vacated the buildings twenty years ago. The centrepiece of the historic Cathedral Square precinct, the State Buildings will become the heartbeat of a new urban neighbourhood, connecting pedestrians with the drinking, dining and retail offerings inside. The buildings will house outstanding craftsmen, artisans and makers, passionate about their products and fiercely proud of their West Australian heritage.

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