There’s a push to improve access to legal advice as cost-of-living pressures increase.
No barriers to barristers
Pushing for change
Midwives say the way women want to give birth is shifting, so maternity care is too.
The compassion tax
Short Medicare appointments are prioritising speed over care, with experts saying female doctors are disproportionately burdened.
Trust in the fund
The state government has pledged to use a century-old trust fund to give $40 million to public school maintenance and infrastructure.
Drastic plastic
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
Police and retail workers say WA’s new digital driver’s licences will present challenges, but will be worth it.
Paw manners
A spate of injuries at popular Perth dog beaches is leading to calls for better training and control.
Knocking out the gender gap
Female athletes are finding empowerment and fun in the traditionally male-dominated sport of mixed martial arts.
Cruise control
What is speedrunning, and why are people targeting the Church of Scientology in Perth?
Tax for facts
The Federal Government wants tech platforms to pay for Australian journalism, but not everyone in the industry agrees.
It’s not rocket science
Female STEM experts are being overlooked in media coverage, with advocates calling for more equitable reporting.
Trading ethics for clicks
Families and experts are raising concerns over viral social media posts featuring young NDIS participants.
No honey? Mo’ problems
Australians without partners face financial challenges and are not as happy as those in couples, according to new research.
What a buzzkill
The detection of an invasive fruit fly in Perth’s inner suburbs has householders and businesses on edge.
Culture and the city
The sounds of First Nations voices are ringing out across Perth’s CBD, as artists take centre stage at Yagan Square.
Cutting it fine
Combat fighters are putting their bodies on the line to lose weight ahead of bouts, but experts and coaches are questioning the risks.
Dude, where’s my carpool?
In a city of car lovers, can sharing a ride help to reduce congestion and travel costs?