Women from the resources sector are reacting to the State Government’s new plans to tackle the treatment of women within WA’s mining industry.
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Choosing child-free
As fertility rates decline across Australia and more couples live without children, something else is on the rise: child-free communities.
Branching away from STEM
While stakeholders steer women into STEM pathways, some are turning away, discouraged by stereotypes and sexism.
Young polly syndrome
Young politicians across Australia worry about trolling and abuse discouraging others from running in elections.
Riding the path to cycling equality
New government funding could help pave the way for more women to get on bikes.
STEM called, women are answering
There is a push to increase representation of women in male-dominated industries. Would women already employed in these workplaces recommend the move?
The million-dollar gap
New research has found women earn $1 million less than men in their careers, setting them back for life.
When ovary-acting matters
It’s a devastating disease that’s more prevalent than diabetes but millions of women hide their suffering.
Kids, careers, consequences
The changing face of motherhood represents the shifting attitudes towards work and cultural expectations in Singapore.
Perth protests for Iranian women
The Iranian community in Perth is calling for action to change Iran’s repressive regime, and the protests are getting bigger.
Day of the Girl
The United Nations encourages celebration of The Day of the Girl in October each year. We look into why.
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.
A period drama
Condoms are available in female bathrooms while WA women still struggle to access free and essential menstrual products.
Pandemic lockdown, wounded hearts
The COVID-19 pandemic might be coming to an end, but experts are worried about a ‘shadow’ pandemic of partner abuse.
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.
Smile, it’s free
A group of female specialists in Perth are providing free dental and oral care to victims of domestic violence.