Singapore’s LGBTQ+ community says the repeal of a law criminalising sex between men is a vital win in a long, ongoing fight for equality.
Pride and prejudice
Speaking out through the arts
Theatre is perhaps one of the only places you can publicly discuss issues such as sexuality and racism in Singapore.
Complex identity
Australians with culturally diverse backgrounds can have a complex relationship with identity, but many are choosing to embrace their roots.
Insects on the menu
Insects aren’t an everyday Australian snack, but that could be about to change.
Why aren’t we talking about this?
By discriminating against those who live differently, we risk creating a world where people feel excluded. Let’s change that.
Elizabeth Quay, reflecting Perth
The naming of Elizabeth Quay intitally sparked controversy within the community, how have our attitudes changed since?
Rollout nationwide pill testing
Success of a new pill testing facility in the eastern states has experts calling for similar model to be implemented across WA.
Text me
Texting, calling or video calling. Why digital communication is becoming more obvious, but with who?
Connecting the dots
How can multicultural spaces support migrants and refugees settle into the community and get through hard times?
A toxic waste
Psychologists are worried about the impact of popular social media figure Andrew Tate’s extreme sexist rants.
Lane closed
Perth swimming groups are reacting to new legislation banning some trans athletes from competition.
Dead wrong
Trans people at Perth unis say ‘deadnaming’ is becoming a real issue, and a petition is calling for more action.
That sucks
Health authorities in WA are targeting vape sellers as part of a crackdown on rising vape rates in young people.
WA’s weird same-sex surrogacy ban
Moving away or breaking the law. These are the options for gay couples who want to access assisted reproductive technology or surrogacy.
Sri Lankan Australians show solidarity
Perth’s Sri Lankan community is calling on the Australian government for action, and help.
Cheap eats for amigos
We visited local eateries to review some popular Mexican eateries that won’t have you shelling out too much.
Aesthetically protesting
When politics and activism intersect with fashion, is the luxury market commodifying the aesthetic of protests?