r/perth

Im 19f and lived here in Perth SOR for practically all my life w plenty of friends but im feeling so lonely and isolated this past couple if yrs at uni.

Seeing people hanging out w their friends and partners makes me feel so broken in side. I'm chatty and sarcastic and soo deeply crave human connection not just surface level interaction. I FUCKING HAYE TEXTING but I'll still msg if it means there's someone there on the otherwise wanting to speak to me. Doesn't feel like that anymore when I CONSTANTLY have to be the first to reach out. And for what? Just some more dry one answers?

While i suppose I can say I have "friends" they r rlly just a few people i msg every few days and maybe meet up w once in a while. Ive asked to meet up on multiple ocasions but ig im just no ones preference... not first or even 4th. Even during the holidays are people are to busy to hangout? Or is it just me? Is it just me maybe im too much of an old sould who values inperson interaction more than quick chats on line.

Ive met people in tuts but it never goes anywhere and I looked into joining clubs but the only one that interested me was the crafts club at uni but they dont hold many events anymore. I tried looking at other clubs yet I can't find ones w people my age and follow my interest (friber arts + dark humour + music - jazz, rock, punk ect).

Anyone else struggling? Best of luck to everyone drowning in exam season/life 🫶

Hi All,

I had a super spendy previous clothing addiction to designer clothes and goods. I’ve had some good therapy but now I have a garage of this stuff. Yves Saint Laurent, Scanlan, Shona Joy etc. please don’t judge I’ve done the work in therapy. Usually I would consider Melville markets but with winter approaching and I’ve heard a lot of people being turned around not getting a spot even at 3am. Is there any other types of markets coming up ? I’d like to get at least $20 for some very high end designer stuff, and when I’ve gone to Kardinya etc most people expect 50c for most things.

Any upcoming market suggestions ? Thanks.

I was born in 1981, and I remember when I was quite young, maybe 3 to 6 years old, and there was a season of blue butterflies everywhere! It must have been in the early to mid 80’s. I distinctly remember it was so bad that people had to put netting or mesh over their cars front grills to stop the butterflies stuffing up the cars. They covered the lawns entirely.

Does anyone else remember this, or am I remembering something completely wrong. It was in the foothills area of Perth.

This is good news for FHB’s. I went to few home opens last night and I was the only person inspecting. The REA all looking nervous telling me that property only always goes up.

As above. In WA.

TIA

Given the disinformation and accusations contained in the other thread dodgy_practices_at_bp_myaree_scamfraudtheft_by employee
I thought this might be helpful

This problem is happening a lot

Petrol Stations now almost all use a system such as Scancam
This scans the plate of every car, and alerts the operator if a previous "theft" has been reported.
It then offers a "debt recovery" option.

In a sense, it's just like those stupid random robodebt SMSs from obscure debt agencies, saying "you owe Wilson Parking $50, but for today only you can settle the debt by paying $30."

So no, the operator isn't pocketing the money, ffs.

I guess the first point to note is that it is an integrated system. So if a drive-off was reported months ago, at a different servo, you will get pinged the next time you visit a servo using that system.

As to why so many mistakes are made, I have a couple of theories:

1. The system for recording the alleged offenses is highly automated, designed to operate using AI, without human intervention. So for example, if you're at a busy servo with a huge queue, and you do the right thing and move before paying, you might get a "drive-off" auto recorded.
2. Plate readers are not infallible, especially since they are capturing the plate from video in real-time. When say somebody like the cops pick up somebody with their automated car-based cameras, they obviously double-check before they pull you over and slap the cuffs on. That's not happening here. It could be either the initial read was wrong, or your plate was read wrong.

My Advice

1. Don't be a dickhead. It's not the fault of the poor schmuck behind the counter, who can probably barely understand the system.
2. Politely ask them to double-check the read of your plate. ie that the plate recorded for the debt actually matches your car.
3. Ask them (again politely) to provide you with a print-out, or at least details of the alleged offense. If they decline, point out to them that it is unreasonable for them to demand payment of a debt without giving details.
4. Ask them if you can bypass paying the alleged debt, and simply prepay for the fuel you need.
5. Ask them if they have a dispute process. If not, ask them which system they are using.
6. Scancam has a phone number you can call: 0417 226 226
7. Another provider, "Fuel Recovery Services" is 1300 024 851
8. Even if you can't resolve it on the day, do NOT ignore it. It will bite you again at the next servo using the system.
9. DO complain about mistakes to the Petrol company. They need to fix this system

I originally thought of this after seeing Swanbourne in the old UBD maps the other day. And today’s post about somebody wanting to know about nude bathing on Rotto is clearly a sign that I need to ask.

So, was Swanbourne always a nude beach? If not, when did it become one?

The gherkins there taste so good I can't stop thinking about them. If anyone knows where I can find similar tasting ones, please let me know

Saved enough money for a deposit if it was 6 years ago but dont think I can service a homeloan at this rate due to rising prices but don't wish to keep paying for rent either. But can service an apartment loan under 450k

Do you think I should rent or buy a small apartnent in cbd? As i currently spend alot of time and fuel communting to work and back.

Will it be better long term or worse off? Has anyone lived in the CBD apartments before like on terrace road not sure if i should keep renting on get on the property ladder with a studio.

Theres a few of them going for 320k to 370k but renting them is like $420 to 550 per week. For the addresses those where i saw rhose prices

122 and 124 terrace road and Godrich street east perth

Thanks in advance

Hey guys, 26M here.

I am having trouble mentally with relationships, I used to think it was them but I’m certain it’s actually me. I don’t really wanna get into it on the internet but I’d love another bloke to talk about this stuff with and try and get some understanding, the sooner I can understand what’s going on the sooner I can fix it and improve myself.

I’m not against a woman councillor but I just would prefer to talk to another man, does anyone here have anyone to recommend? Preferably NOR but not too phased.

Thanks guys.

The title speaks for itself ... no carpets, the property is generally already clean as we're pretty clean people.

The 'hardest' parts would maybe be shower glass and oven ...?

New to Australia so not sure whether this is a reasonable quote, thanks

I have been renting the same house in South Lake for 10 years. Was given 30 days notice to move out coz the owner wants to sell.

I have been applying for everything and anything. The rejection is really starting to wear me down as my 30 days has now been 40 and the thought of being homeless is becoming a grim reality.

I’m a semi retired 54 year old female with 2 little doggies, I have a substantial bank balance and a kick ass reference from my current landlord and my applications aren’t even getting a look in. They never tell me why I am unsuccessful and the properties are still advertised to let.

Any advice/help?? Pleassse