University students in Perth are cutting back on spending as inflation soars to record highs.
Students on struggle street
Period pain
As Scotland introduces free sanitary products, advocates say it’s time for WA to follow suit.
A toxic waste
Psychologists are worried about the impact of popular social media figure Andrew Tate’s extreme sexist rants.
FOGO … or FONO?
Despite hiccups in the South West, a sustainability expert says the FOGO composting system has a long future.
Pride for change
The government has overhauled the anti discrimination laws in hopes of further protecting the LGBTI+ community.
Hidden heroes
Families of organ donors are calling for changes to state law to allow them to legally name their deceased loved ones.
Wasting away
Australia ranks as one of the most wasteful nations in the world, and a small Perth start-up is trying to get businesses to avoid landfill.
Smoke ban plan panned
Bar staff in popular drinking areas are worried total public smoking bans will turn people away.
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.
Perth vs zombies
The Perth rental crisis is continuing and now tenants say they’re having to deal with ‘zombie houses’.
Working nine to skive
As Perth businesses say they’re crying out for workers, what’s stopping young people from re-entering the workforce?
Cross my heart
Young LGBTQ people with religious backgrounds have a particular view on the PM’s pledge to address issues of religious discrimination.
Panel pain
Canning Vale residents with solar panels say they are feeling the strain as electricity bills skyrocket and they are searching for answers.
Thunder and frightening
Homelessness Week has collided with WA’s severe storms, and advocates say it highlights the need for more crisis accomodation.
Pool plans sunk
The future of an $80 million recreation centre hangs in the balance as some locals rage at South Perth council.
Transport troubles
What is it like navigating the public transport system as a wheelchair user, or a person with vision impairment?