Midwives say the way women want to give birth is shifting, so maternity care is too.
Pushing for change
The compassion tax
Short Medicare appointments are prioritising speed over care, with experts saying female doctors are disproportionately burdened.
Trust in the fund
The state government has pledged to use a century-old trust fund to give $40 million to public school maintenance and infrastructure.
Drastic plastic
New research shows a low plastic diet can reduce chemical levels in the body in just seven days. Can just anyone do it?
E-dentity
Police and retail workers say WA’s new digital driver’s licences will present challenges, but will be worth it.
Paw manners
A spate of injuries at popular Perth dog beaches is leading to calls for better training and control.
Cruise control
What is speedrunning, and why are people targeting the Church of Scientology in Perth?
Tax for facts
The Federal Government wants tech platforms to pay for Australian journalism, but not everyone in the industry agrees.
It’s not rocket science
Female STEM experts are being overlooked in media coverage, with advocates calling for more equitable reporting.
Trading ethics for clicks
Families and experts are raising concerns over viral social media posts featuring young NDIS participants.
No honey? Mo’ problems
Australians without partners face financial challenges and are not as happy as those in couples, according to new research.
Culture and the city
The sounds of First Nations voices are ringing out across Perth’s CBD, as artists take centre stage at Yagan Square.
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.
Puck around and find out
Heated Rivalry, the queer sports romance, is drawing large crowds of fans together in Perth for watch parties and quiz nights.
The “antibiotic apocalypse”
Experts in antimicrobial resistance want people to be more alert of the risks, or else we could “go back to the dark ages”.
Fight for renters rights
A coalition of community groups went to Parliament House today, demanding an end to no-fault evictions.
Thrift or grift
Thrift shopping was once associated with affordability. Now, prices are rising as demand grows.