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Perth

American

[purth] / pɜrθ /

noun

Also called Perthshire. a historic county in central Scotland.
a city in this county: a port on the Tay River.
a city in and the capital of Western Australia, in SW Australia.

Perth British

/ pɜːθ /

noun

a city in central Scotland, in Perth and Kinross on the River Tay: capital of Scotland from the 12th century until the assassination of James I there in 1437. Pop: 43 450 (2001)
a city in SW Australia, capital of Western Australia, on the Swan River: major industrial centre; University of Western Australia (1911). Pop: 1 176 542 (2001)

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Perth and Kinross Council has upheld two complaints - in relation to poor communication and a failure to refer contact police for a welfare check - but has rejected other criticisms.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

He was with the squad in the build-up and the first Test in Perth but then left to fulfil a playing contract in the ILT20.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

A spokesperson said there were no concerns about the public drinking water supply in the Perth and Kinross Council area, since Killin is part of the Stirling Council area.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

The Sam Kerr-led Australia kick off the 12-team tournament in Perth on March 1 against the Philippines.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Other major parts rained down hundreds of miles east of Perth.

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge

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