Perth beaches really hit like nowhere else: the water is ridiculously blue, the sand is soft enough to nap on, and there’s a beach for every mood. Want waves? Got it. Prefer calm, crystal-clear water?

Scarborough is one of Perth's nicest beaches; the sand is particularly white and soft, and the water curves gently while entering. It has a wind and kite surfing ...

While authorities have been trying to make the shark leave, rescue efforts were derailed when an unknown resident defied the swimming ban to enter the water and shoot the animal with a spear gun. It ...