Sex, Silence, and the City: The Battle for Perth's Soul In recent years, Western Australia's capital has been trying to rebrand itself as a vibrant and inclusive city.
However, beneath this makeover lies a complex struggle over the narrative of what kind of community Perth should be.
This battle is playing out in various areas, but one issue has sparked intense debate: a proposal to transform an existing adult retail shop on Barrack Street into a sex on premises club catering exclusively to members of the LGBTQI+ community.