More people will be eligible to vote by phone this federal election, due to high numbers isolating with COVID.
Phoning it in
Unfazed and unmasked
New ABS data shows fewer Australians are taking precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19.
WA records six COVID deaths
Cases continue to rise, with more than 17,000 reported across the state yesterday.
COVID in the classroom
With mask mandates set to be eased across the state, some teachers remain concerned about the risk of COVID-19 in schools.
Catching kindness
The pandemic has taken a toll on healthcare workers. In WA, volunteers like Stephanie Dekens are helping to take the load off the frontline.
Arts sector pleas for help
WA’s arts and culture sector is in crisis, and the state government is being urged to do more.
Restriction friction
WA’s eased COVID-19 restrictions may not bring significant improvements for some event promoters and small businesses.
WA records three more COVID-19 deaths
The Perth metro area continues to record the highest number of new cases, followed by the South-West.
Luck of the Irish
St Patrick’s Day festivities in Perth are in full swing, despite COVID-19 capacity restrictions.
Closing the gap
Indigenous Australians welcome a $140 million funding boost, but say a genuine commitment to change is vital.
Class contact
With COVID affecting more than 18,000 students and teachers in WA, are the rules for managing the virus in schools well designed?
The cuddly cult of djungelskog
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot of behaviours. One of the more unusual is the trend of adults reverting to a love of cuddly toys.
Lost in the pandemic
Ethnic leaders say their communities deserve the same right to be informed as everyone in Australia.
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.
Generation transformation
This podcast explores the big changes – and unexpected benefits – the pandemic is bringing to different generations of Australians.
Pandemic boating boom
A new report reveals Australia’s boat industry is experiencing a boom despite recent lockdowns and border closures.
The road to 80 per cent
Many people have left their usual jobs in health to deliver COVID-19 vaccines, but some argue the role demands more specialised training.