The WA soccer community says the Women’s World Cup is an incredible opportunity to attract more girls and women to the sport.
Soccer fans at FIFA-pitch
The search for Perth’s ‘perfect pigeon’
Perth’s pigeon racing community is small but dedicated, breeding pigeons every year as they look for their elusive ‘perfect pigeon.’
The rise and rise of fantasy sports
The fantasy game has grown from a fun little distraction into a multi-billion dollar industry, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down.
The gym generation
More young people than ever before are flocking to the gym. Why is this happening now?
Country footy carries on
Australia’s game is thriving in our regions, but the reasons keeping it strong are not on the field.
Competing with the gift of life
About 1,500 athletes from around the world are competing in Perth this week, but they have already won the gift of life.
Riding the path to cycling equality
New government funding could help pave the way for more women to get on bikes.
Impacts of impact
The bump, synonymous with the AFL, is being phased out of the game in an attempt to prevent long-term head injuries.
Concussion felt at all levels
As the lasting impact of concussion hits headlines, community sporting groups say they must not be forgotten.
Sensing no change
More than 50 per cent of autistic people have sensory needs. So why doesn’t WA’s largest stadium have a sensory room?
The ladies who punch
Womens pro-wrestling is some of the most diverse television around, and it’s changing the wrestling industry here in Perth.
Football for all
A key soccer ground in Perth is set to open gender-neutral facilities ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Lane closed
Perth swimming groups are reacting to new legislation banning some trans athletes from competition.
Periods in the press
Lydia Ko’s refreshing post-round interview earlier this month marks another step towards smashing the stigma around periods and sport.
Match payments a force for change
Players say new match payments are just the “beginning of growth” for women’s rugby in WA.
Good Friday footy returns to Perth
Most fans are embracing Good Friday AFL in WA, but not everyone is sold on the idea.
These boots were made for walkin’
Walking football is a gentler version of the sport that allows seniors to keep on enjoying the health and social benefits of playing on a team.