Perth Walkabout January Monthly Wrap
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- Written by: Nita Teoh
The Perth Walkabout Monthly Wrap is published at the start of each month to provide a snapshot of articles that hit the headlines in the last 4 weeks.
Here is Perth Walkabout's Monthly Wrap for the month of January:
Speed Networking Event – A Fun Night for A Good Cause Part 2
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- Written by: Nita Teoh
A fun night was had by all at the PMH speed networking event, which was kindly organised by Westpac Premium to raise funds for the PMH Foundation. $2100 was raised, with Westpac generously matching the money collected at the event to double the donation to PMH Foundation to $4200.
Formalities for the evening kicked off with drinks on the balcony top of the Rydges Hotel. It was a warmish night and we were grateful for some drinks to keep us cool before the night’s proceedings got going.
Like myself, most of my fellow participants had not attended a speed networking event before.
Interview with Xavier Toby - White Trash at the Perth Fringe Festival 2013
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“How racist are you? How racist am I? In Australia, how racist are we?...”
These questions and more are what comedian Xavier Toby will be addressing in his stand up show White Trash. He performed White Trash at the Melbourne Fringe 2012 and now he’s in town to share his funny and thought provoking show at the Perth Fringe Festival 2013.
You’ll be sure to get plenty of laughs at his comedy act, but along with the humour Xavier sneaks in some seriously thought provoking points about racism in Australia which may hit a nerve or two.
And if comedy and racism weren't enough, Xavier also promises to include penguins. We aren't quite sure how these cute little birds fit into the grand scheme of things, so if you want to find out, you'll just have to come watch Xavier Toby at the Fringe Festival in Perth.
Finding myself intrigued by the idea of a comedic look at racism in Australia (and a bit puzzled about the penguins!), I went in search of some answers from Xavier Toby himself about his views on racism in Australia and about other issues that we face as a society. And as you might expect, Xavier replied with a mix of insight, wit and wisdom, with just a touch of wacky thrown in for good measure!
Grab a Bargain at the Flight Centre Travel Expo in Perth
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Are you planning your next holiday? If you would like to get your vacations sorted for the year, then hop on down to the Flight Centre Travel Expo at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre this weekend to speak to the travel experts.
Whether you need some inspiration for your holiday or are ready to book your next trip, you will find plenty of information and ideas to whet your appetite for travel.
The Travel Expo is an Australia wide event which kicks off this weekend with a 2 day'er in Perth on Saturday 2 February and Sunday 3 February 2013.
Perth’s Top Op Shop Spots!
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- Written by: Kelly Wayne
I recently shared with you my top ten rules for getting the most out of your op shopping experiences.
So now you may be asking where are Perth’s best op shops?
Being the passionate op shopper that I am, I’m a tad inclined to suggest to you that ALL op shops are the best!
However in order to point you in the right direction, I’ve summarised some of the top shops I think you should visit whilst treasure hunting in our lovely city.
1 commentsHow to Shop…Op in Perth!
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Op shopping in Perth and across Australia is having an amazing resurgence of late.
Why, just recently the winner of the Fashions on the Field at the 2012 Melbourne Cup was wearing an op shopped number!
And who hasn’t found themselves humming Macklemore’s latest tune, “Thrift Shop” at some stage?
It seems second hand shopping is no longer just for those in need of cheap, affordable clothing & furniture and it’s no longer something to be embarrassed about.
And being an avid op shopper in Perth, I’m here to tell you why.