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Sophie Ellis-Bextor's eighth studio album, "Perimenopop," has just been released. Released on Decca Records, the album is a soundtrack to a celebration of happiness and her triumphant return to disco pop.

WA NEWSPop diva returning to murder Perth dancefloor in early 2027

A British disco star will return to WA in February 2027 as the headline musical act for HSBC SVNS Perth’s two-day fixture.

Zach Margolius

Jennifer Lawrence is fine with nude scenes but is tough on unauthorised crew being present on set. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumLawrence 'came down hard' on extra crew over nude scene

Jennifer Lawrence put her foot down to protect herself when she wasn't comfortable with the number of crew members appearing on set for an intimate scene.

Staff Writers

"You've got to respect the fans enough to know when to get off that stage," Gene Simmons says. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumKISS stopped touring out of 'respect' for fans

Gene Simmons insists it was important for KISS to bow out gracefully after the ageing rockers called time on their life on the road in 2022.

Staff Writers

Cally Bugg's Artopia Gallery has returned, with a new Artopia Collective gift shop operating.

Art galleryPremiumClassy new gift shop and art gallery open in Kununurra

Kununurra’s newest artisanal gift shop has opened in time for Christmas, linked to one the town’s most beloved local art galleries

Eliana Hullett

LiSTNR - Happy Hour - Lucy & Nikki

EntertainmentRelatable queens hit drive time happy hour

Podcast stars and fashion founders join daily afternoon Drive line-up.

Kellie Balaam

Russell Hoffman has developed an app called Aussie Words.

aussie wordsPremiumRetiree invents Australian version of popular word game app

It was the word “pshaw” that on popular app Wordle that broke the camel’s back for Denmark man Russell Hoffman, leading him to invent a Australian version of the game.

Melissa Sheil

Perth Symphony Orchestra members Pascale Whiting, Madeleine Antoine, Grace Ah-Quee, Coby Grant and Krista Low at the Perth Festival 2027 program launch.

Perth FestivalPremiumFestival program to bring magical moment of time

World premieres, Australian exclusives, new commissions and a dash of Dolly Parton sparkle make up the coat of many colours that is artistic director Anna Reece’s program for Perth Festival 2027.

Tanya MacNaughton

Kendenup Town Hall all dressed up for the first Quenda Festival.

Festival firstPremiumFamily activities make first Quenda Festival a major success

The lure of a new community event and the chance to watch the Wild Gravel cyclists whizz by tempted hundreds of people to line the streets around Kendenup Town Hall for the first Quenda Festival.

Claire Middleton

Nicholas Gardiner says his potential clients are turning to AI to generate tunes. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumConsuming AI art compared with 'eating McDonald's'

Australia's screen composers are warning against the creeping use of AI to generate soundtracks, likening the trend to a non-stop diet of fast food.

Liz Hobday

Margot Robbie with Australian actor and stuntman Richard Norton. Supplied

NEWSPremiumReason for Aussie stuntman’s death revealed

A coroner has revealed how a Melbourne stuntman and actor who worked alongside martial arts legend Chuck Norris died.

Steve Zemek

Sam Wood’s fitness empire has officially cut ties with the disgraced reality TV star, removing his name from the popular program in a complete re-brand.

Celebrity GossipVideoSam Wood’s fitness empire removes his name in major rebrand

Sam Wood’s fitness empire has officially cut ties with the disgraced reality TV star, removing his name from the popular program in a complete rebrand following his domestic violence charges.

Taylor Renouf

The investigation into the death of Hayden Panettiere has been called off more than two months after she died.

Celebrity deathVideoMajor update on investigation into Panettiere’s death

Police have provided an update two months after the actress’ tragic death. Here is what we know.

Emily Williams

At least 36 countries will take part in the Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, organisers say. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumAustralia to compete against 35 countries in Eurovision

Canada is set to make its debut at Eurovision next year while North Macedonia will return after an absence of several years, organisers say.

Staff Writers

Russell Brand has told a London court that consent is "more ?important than sex itself". (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumBrand says friends abandoned him after sex crime claims

Russell Brand has told a court allegations of sex offences had been "devastating" and not a single person would give evidence on his behalf.

Staff Writers

The Block’s Lisa and Rosco have welcomed their second child, a beautiful baby boy named Jude Ross. Nine

NEWSPremiumThe Block stars share major news

As auction weekend closes in, The Block’s Lisa and Rosco are celebrating something far more personal than a reserve price.

Andrew Hedgman

Femicide Watch founder Sherelee Moody has called on the tour to be cancelled saying, another violent man received the okay to perform in Australia. Australian Femicide Watch

ENTERTAINMENTPremiumOutrage as Marilyn Manson plots Aussie tour

Advocacy groups have called for controversial rock star Marilyn Manson’s Australian tour to be cancelled, following claims of abuse by at least 15 women.

Emma Kirk

Violinist Iris Miller, from Denmark, with her 300-year-old violin, is performing with Albany Sinfonia on October 31.

InspirePremiumYoung star Miller excited to take a bow with first solo slot

One of Albany Sinfonia’s youngest members is set to shine on Saturday as Iris Miller prepares to perform her first solo, a tricky Mozart concerto which is as technical to play as it is delightful to hear.

Claire Middleton

The Mountain Country Music Muster begins on Thursday at Mt Trio from 7pm.

Gig GuideWhat’s on in Albany and the Great Southern this week

From The Mountain Country Music Muster to Spring Market Day, here’s your guide to the week ahead in the Great Southern.

Albany Advertiser

Emmy-nominated actor Melanie Lynskey will play convicted triple murderer Erin Patterson. (EPA PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumHollywood actor to play mushroom killer Erin Patterson

A limited drama series about convicted triple murderer Erin Patterson has been greenlit, with Emmy-nominated actor Melanie Lynskey in the starring role.

Billie Schwab Dunn

Weezer will return to Australia in early 2027.

ENTERTAINMENTThree ICONIC 90s rock bands to perform in mini Perth fest

A mini festival of alternative pop rock will descend on RAC Arena in early 2027 headlined by a Grammy-winning American favourite.

Zach Margolius

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COURTPremium‘Not true’: Jones’ teen accuser hits back

A man who was a teenager when he alleges Alan Jones kissed him has hit back in court against claims that he made it all up.

Steve Zemek

Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the Albanese government could shut Iran’s embassy. NewsWire / Martin Ollman

UPDATEDPremiumIran’s embassy could be shut to ‘protect’ Australians

Australia’s top diplomat has vowed to take “any decisions” necessary to protect Australians amid revelations Iran has targeted a journalist.

Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer

The Selling Sunset alum and her Aussie music sensation partner shocked the internet on Tuesday when they revealed they had gone their separate ways after four years together.

Celebrity GossipVideoSurprising revelation one day after G Flip’s shock break up

New details about G Flip’s marriage to reality TV star Chrishell Stause have emerged just one day after the couple announced their split.

Taylor Renouf

SNACK is returning to Claremont Showgrounds.

Bigger is betterPerth NYE event announces headliners plus very BIG surprise

Get ready for a massive night of entertainment, featuring one mega stage that you’ve surely never seen before.

Zach Margolius