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Kraken the code

By Julia Petersen on May 8, 2026

The compassion tax

By Caris Harper on May 7, 2026

Paw manners

By Domenic Rossi on May 7, 2026

Cutting it fine

By Stuart Stirling on April 30, 2026

Puck around and find out

By Olivia Fuderer on April 27, 2026

Break-ing bad

By Connor Kidd on April 23, 2026

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Citizenship test

By Zoe Targa Nardin on May 9, 2026

As the “ISIS-brides” return to Australian soil, debate rages about the legal and moral nature of citizenship.

A weighty issue

By Maddison Lord on May 8, 2026

A new plan to tackle childhood obesity will begin in 2027, but experts say there are things people can do now.

Kraken the code

By Julia Petersen on May 8, 2026

A recent exhibition off the coast of Ningaloo Coast has revealed traces of the giant squid and other species.

Changing the tune on Tourette’s

By Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz on May 8, 2026

Billie Eilish’s recent interview revelation has helped raised more awareness of Tourette’s syndrome.

Budget doesn’t cut it

By Matthew McKenzie on May 8, 2026

The WA state budget has drawn criticism for not sufficiently addressing cost-of-living and inflation pressures.

No barriers to barristers

By Esma Serin on May 7, 2026

There’s a push to improve access to legal advice as cost-of-living pressures increase.

Pushing for change

By Zahra Anwary on May 7, 2026

Midwives say the way women want to give birth is shifting, so maternity care is too.

The compassion tax

By Caris Harper on May 7, 2026

Short Medicare appointments are prioritising speed over care, with experts saying female doctors are disproportionately burdened.

Trust in the fund

By Logeenth Rao on May 7, 2026

The state government has pledged to use a century-old trust fund to give $40 million to public school maintenance and infrastructure.

Drastic plastic

By Harriet Dash on May 7, 2026

New research shows a low plastic diet can reduce chemical levels in the body in just seven days. Can just anyone do it?

E-dentity

By Arianna Buonocore on May 7, 2026

Police and retail workers say WA’s new digital driver’s licences will present challenges, but will be worth it.

Paw manners

By Domenic Rossi on May 7, 2026

A spate of injuries at popular Perth dog beaches is leading to calls for better training and control.

Knocking out the gender gap

By Owen Sodano on May 7, 2026

Female athletes are finding empowerment and fun in the traditionally male-dominated sport of mixed martial arts.

Cruise control

By Stella McGann on May 7, 2026

What is speedrunning, and why are people targeting the Church of Scientology in Perth?

Tax for facts

By Logeenth Rao on May 6, 2026

The Federal Government wants tech platforms to pay for Australian journalism, but not everyone in the industry agrees.

It’s not rocket science

By Anna Van Gent on May 4, 2026

Female STEM experts are being overlooked in media coverage, with advocates calling for more equitable reporting.

Trading ethics for clicks

By Rachel Jennings on May 3, 2026

Families and experts are raising concerns over viral social media posts featuring young NDIS participants.

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