Perth

Friends with benefits in Australia is not a single experience. Sydney is loud and confident; Melbourne plays it cool; Brisbane is friendlier than the postcards suggest; Perth keeps to its own pace; Adelaide is more local than tourists realise. If you are looking for a no-strings arrangement, the city you live in shapes how to find it, where to meet, and how to talk about expectations without making it weird.

This guide is for adults who want a straightforward FWB connection somewhere in Australia. It covers the local flavour of each major city, the apps and sites that work best, and...