Cruise ships are set to return to Perth later this year after two years of anticipation.
Ready, set, cruise!
Rising costs, rising stress
As living costs increase at record rates, young people are finding it harder to manage.
Not-for-pandemic
Annalakshmi on the Swan’s not-for-profit restaurant was an Elizabeth Quay staple. Then COVID-19 happened.
Tackling the mass mask problem
As COVID-19 restrictions ease in WA, a Perth council is offering residents a chance to correctly recycle disposable face masks.
Fremantle’s cat conundrum
Local governments are seeking to solve WA’s stray cat problem by banning cats from leaving their owner’s property.
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.
Chocolate’s dark truth
Anti-slave organisations are campaigning for consumers to shop ethically this Easter.
Airport Easter mania
Perth Airport is set to be the busiest it has been in two years, this Easter long weekend.
Arts sector pleas for help
WA’s arts and culture sector is in crisis, and the state government is being urged to do more.
COVID-19 mental health crisis
The pandemic has had a profound impact on Australian youth, according to a national survey.
Good Friday footy returns to Perth
Most fans are embracing Good Friday AFL in WA, but not everyone is sold on the idea.
Bells ring out at Easter
Perth’s bells toll this Easter Sunday as part of a tradition kept alive by a small but constant community of bell ringers.
Demerit debate
With the easter long weekend comes double demerit penalties for WA drivers. Does the strategy actually improve road safety?
Making animals a priority
Animal welfare projects across the state are welcoming new government grants supporting wildlife and companion animals.
WA records 2 deaths as COVID-19 cases rise
WA has recorded a rise in metropolitan cases as some restrictions ease today.
50 young voices
Western Independent shines a light on the political issues young West Australians care about.
Keys to the house
With the federal election to be announced soon, marginal WA seats could be very significant to Australia.