Australians without partners face financial challenges and are not as happy as those in couples, according to new research.
No honey? Mo’ problems
Dude, where’s my carpool?
In a city of car lovers, can sharing a ride help to reduce congestion and travel costs?
Tubby tabbies need walks, love
A new study says pet obesity is a serious problem, but financial constraints are making it tough for owners to tackle the issue.
Thrift or grift
Thrift shopping was once associated with affordability. Now, prices are rising as demand grows.
Renters gearing up for relief
Will slashing the Capital Gains Tax discount and removing negative gearing have a positive impact on Perth’s disastrous rental market?
That ’70s glow
A new poll says a majority of Australians would much rather be living in the 1970’s.
Holiday plans tanked
Fuel prices are putting travellers and tourism operators under the pump this Easter.
No limit to need
As the cost of living continues to rise, Perth charity No Limits is fighting to keep up with demand.
Pressures inflated for regional students
The NAB’s prediction of higher inflation rates is set to hit country and international students the hardest.
Boom leaves buyers busted
New data shows Australia’s first home buyers are facing a drastic surge in entry-level property prices, which have increased 68 per cent in the past five years.
Hungry homes
While Australia wastes more than 300kg of food per-person per-year, food rescue organisations are struggling to meet demand.
Skills flow into WA
Launched in January, Western Australia’s $10,000 Build a Life in WA initiative aims to ease the state’s housing crisis.
Kids’ sport costs climb
Families are paying more for kids’ sport while clubs are facing higher expenses for coaches, facilities and equipment.
Designing out depression
With Perth’s suburban sprawl expanding, experts warn that loneliness and depression will feel right at home. Can we build for a better mood?
Sterilise to save lives
A WA animal shelter volunteer is calling for better education on pet sterilisation as increasing numbers of dogs are surrendered.
Poorly placed
Trials are underway to help students facing financial and psychological difficulties during unpaid pracs.
The write fight
Australian publishers are calling for more government funding to help them support homegrown writing talent.