Dating apps can feel like a numbers game, but experts say a genuine connection may be just a few changes away.
Love at first swipe?
Rebuilding Te Whare Tapa Wha
More than 3000 miles from home, the Māori diaspora of Perth are staying connected to culture for the sake of their wellbeing.
No refuge
Advocates say the Opposition’s anti-immigration Budget response highlights the importance of community refugee support programs.
The good place
No WA towns have made the new “Happy City Index”. What factors makes a city happy?
Daddy cool
Late 90s and early 2000s alternative rock bands, known as “divorced dad rock” bands, are being revitalised by new Gen Z fans.
Having a LARP
Medievalism is on the rise in Perth, as more people look to build connections and escape everyday struggles.
Cruise control
What is speedrunning, and why are people targeting the Church of Scientology in Perth?
Thrift or grift
Thrift shopping was once associated with affordability. Now, prices are rising as demand grows.
Prickle praise party
Why are people planning a ‘worshipping’ event at Perth’s most famous cactus?
Fishy business
Hospitality venues across Australia will be mandated to label their seafood from July 1. Are WA businesses prepared?
Bikepacking, going the distance
Ready to shift gears? This travel trend is gaining speed, blending grit and freedom to prove the best journeys aren’t always paved.
Bumpy Rhodes
Hailey Bieber’s viral skin care has been causing breakouts on some people’s skin, prompting experts to question trusting TikTok trends.
Porn access rubbed out
Experts say PornHub’s ban on Australian webgoers may have unintended consequences for sex workers and LGBTQIA+ teens.
Tic talk opportunity
Advocates say Tourette’s-based controversy at the presitigious BAFTAs is a chance for greater awareness of the condition.
Living on a prayer
Local communities are helping to provide support for students who may be struggling during Ramadan.
Dining for dignity
With inclusivity on the menu, this Singaporean hawker centre shows the world equal opportunity can be the key ingredient to success.
Driven by history
A rare Hudson Super-Six has arrived in Perth, marking a milestone for WA’s motoring heritage.