The varroa mite has been threatening European honey bees in NSW since 2022, so what will happen if it makes its way to WA?
Bee-ware of the varroa
Bin York’s rubbish plan
We live in a throw away society. Yet with waste increasing and landfills brimming, it’s becoming clear there is no ‘away.’ Where should the state’s waste go?
Funding Perth’s fun
New government funding helping keep the Royal Show affordable and educational.
A chilling outlook
Winter is over, and because of the continued impacts of climate change it was Australia’s hottest on record.
Small fly, big problems
Grape growers in the Swan Valley say they’re set to lose thousands of dollars because of an invasive pest.
The platypus in peril
One of Australia’s most iconic animals is disappearing around the country, and scientists aren’t sure why.
Insects on the menu
Insects aren’t an everyday Australian snack, but that could be about to change.
Not going the distance
Rural families have been disappointed by the State Government’s decision to reject funding to help compensate them for the costs of home education.
“It still looks like a bomb’s gone off”
Residents are fighting for basic needs one year after Cyclone Seroja destroyed Kalbarri.
An avo a day keeps the doctor away
Why the squishy green fruit is better for you than you think.
Producing perfection
Despite sustainability pledges, supermarkets continue to demand flawless fresh produce, with a huge toll on fruit growers.
Butchers’ livelihoods at steak
Booming beef prices are good for graziers, but they’re putting butchers in a tight spot when it comes to staying in business.
After the rain
Has winter actually finished? Heavy recent rain has been a blessing for WA farmers, but dry spells are predicted to worsen.
Heroes are healing from the heat
After the Wooroloo fires in February, the firefighters are recovering mentally two months on.
The struggle toward a regen-eration
Industrial agriculture is bleeding our soils dry. Regenerative farming could help, but West Aussie farmers are hesitant to make the switch.
Seroja leaves mid-west blown away
A call has been made to strengthen coastal structures after Cyclone Seroja tore through WA’s Mid-West region.
Live exports back in the spotlight
Animals rights activists want Australia to follow the Kiwis’ lead.