Warning: Perth danger alert

Perth really is quite dangerous this time of year, according to a memo sent out to people who subscribe to the Department of Foreign Affairs travel advisory email list. While journlists had a good time with it, pointing out the odd shark attack and mauling of sports teams, the government is left red-faced, trying to explain how this erronous message was ever sent. The tourism council is the most upset, understandably. Recount the blunder: Warning: Perth danger alert