Good morning, and welcome to our live news blog. Perth recently braved a storm with lots of rain, but things seem to be okay so far. There are warnings of damaging surf conditions which may persist, so it’s best to stay out of the water. In other news, Rebecca Loftus and Nicole Gazey have founded a new education pathway for struggling students in years 10-12. With backgrounds in teaching and education policy, they aim to provide alternative options for those who struggle with mainstream schooling.
Rent prices in Perth are on the rise, with suburbs like Armadale seeing up to a 120 per cent increase in weekly rents. However, experts suggest that the rental market has reached an affordability ceiling, meaning property owners can no longer expect tenants to offer significantly over asking prices for properties. Despite the increase in rent prices, there are concerns about the overall affordability of the rental market.
As the day progresses, we will bring you more updates on the storm in Perth and any developments from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. We will also keep you informed about the education pathway for struggling students and the impact of rising rent prices in Perth. Stay tuned as we provide you with the latest news and information you need to know. Thank you for joining us today, and we look forward to keeping you up to date on all the important developments in Perth and beyond.
