Is priority given to international students who apply?
Not specifically. Priority is given to students who have not lived in Perth before. Of course this often applies to international students, but country WA and interstate Australian students are given the same priority. You should note that local (Perth) students, and those who have lived in Perth or on campus before will have a lower priority for on campus accommodation. Residences may not consider these applicants until those new to Perth have been offered rooms.