Perth

Perth is the capital of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. Recent news articles highlight the city's struggles with a heatwave, bushfires, and crime. A suspected double murder-suicide occurred in a Perth suburb, while an Indigenous rights protest turned violent when an explosive device was thrown at the crowd. Additionally, two divers survived being stranded in the ocean after losing their boat near Perth, and a call centre operator won a major government contract without paying corporate tax for several years. The city is currently experiencing catastrophic fire conditions and high temperatures, posing a threat to lives and homes.