Perth news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Perth on Friday, October 30, 2026: Perth Airport power restored after bushfire outage. Also: Perth Festival 2027 program unveiled, featuring mischief, beauty and intensity across river, coastline and public spaces; Alcoa has been ordered to stay further away from Perth's drinking water supply. Weather: Mostly foggy today with a high of 22°C and light winds, no rain expected.

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Headlines

An out-of-control bushfire in Perth Hills caused a mass power outage at Perth Airport yesterday, leaving travellers stranded. Power has since been restored.Nine.com.au · Oct 29, 11:48 AM

News & local government

Alcoa has been ordered to stay further away from Perth's drinking water supply.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · Oct 29, 8:04 AM
WA Police Force has launched a new drone program in southern Perth.Australian Aviation · Oct 29, 7:52 PM
Private laneways in one Perth suburb will be converted to public roads.PerthNow · Oct 29, 6:00 PM
A dispute is unfolding between yachties and ferries over the use of Perth's Matilda Bay.AFR · Oct 29, 8:11 AM
A WA Labor MP vows to vigorously defend against a US lawsuit over a $1 million loan.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · Oct 29, 11:30 AM

Safety & emergencies

Mixed opinions about swimming this summer after whales recently washed up near Perth beaches.PerthNow · Oct 29, 6:00 PM

Events & going out

Perth Festival 2027 program unveiled, featuring mischief, beauty and intensity across river, coastline and public spaces.theMusic · Oct 29, 4:00 AM
Get Starstruck in Perth, an upcoming event.Have a Go News · Oct 29, 5:14 AM

Business & new openings

A new $67 million apartment building is being developed in a ritzy Perth suburb.PerthNow · Oct 29, 6:00 PM
Costs for a major development in Perth's north have risen and now exceed $31 million.PerthNow · Oct 29, 6:00 PM

Sports

England import primed to shine in second Scorchers season.The West Australian · Oct 29, 6:00 PM

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