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Be(ing) 4 real

By Emily Vajs on October 22, 2026

Uni-mergency

By Kyle Halcyon on October 22, 2026

Baldivis drivers battle risky road

By Bethany Forbes on October 22, 2026

Learning about living with death

By Hannah Davies on October 18, 2026

Farming from above

By Gemma Seymour on October 16, 2026

Writing a different journey

By Hannah Davies on October 11, 2026

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The danger of delay

By Zahra Anwary on March 2, 2026
Teal ribbons in a box for Ovarian Cancer Awareness month

Advocates say Ovarian Cancer Month is a chance for WA families and doctors to continue the conversation on symptom awareness.

Boom leaves buyers busted

By Julia Petersen on March 2, 2026

New data shows Australia’s first home buyers are facing a drastic surge in entry-level property prices, which have increased 68 per cent in the past five years.

Good roots

By Maddison Lord on March 2, 2026

Perth councils are hoping to encourage more native, water-wise plant options this winter.

Tic talk opportunity

By Zoe Targa Nardin on February 26, 2026

Advocates say Tourette’s-based controversy at the presitigious BAFTAs is a chance for greater awareness of the condition.

Fans call for SafeTix fix

By Emily Vajs on February 26, 2026

As round one of the AFL season approaches, there are concerns about a new digital ticketing system.

Living on a prayer

By Stella McGann on February 26, 2026

Local communities are helping to provide support for students who may be struggling during Ramadan.

Fishers reeling from ban

By James Gardiner on February 26, 2026

Opposition MPs and advocacy groups have rallied against the State Government’s demersal fishing ban today.

Lightning strikes thrice

By Caris Harper on February 26, 2026

Unexpected storms in Perth this morning led to three people being struck by lightning, and caused multiple traffic incidents.

Tech with heart gives families hope

By Renee Hilton-Jones on January 6, 2026

Groundbreaking technology developed in WA is offering clarity to doctors and hope to families facing heart disease.

From frying pan to fire

By Renee Hilton-Jones on December 19, 2025

These young Singaporean professionals are swapping spreadsheets for simmering pots to keep hawker culture cooking.

Social anxiety behind youth ban

By Seth Carter on December 9, 2025

Australia’s youth social media ban is finally coming into effect. The big question remains: will it do more harm than good?

Great expatations

By Matthew McKenzie on December 9, 2025

Twenty thousand Australians call Singapore home. Many say the lure is far more than money, so what makes them stay?

Tiny train fans and friends

By Anthonia Iweama on November 28, 2025

Why has a Perth-based YouTube channel of model train videos just clocked over 11 million views? Let’s explore.

Have we gacha problem?

By Enzo Cunha Silverio on November 22, 2025

Gacha games may be free to play, but they could cost much more than your average videogame.

More than tea and scones

By Rose Patane on November 21, 2025

Much has changed since the Donnybrook CWA started 100 years ago, but the community spirit has never wavered.

Scene stealers

By Luca Daniel on November 20, 2025

Tired of waiting to be cast for plum roles, Asian performers are making their own way to centre stage.

A buzz in the backyard

By Indya Cullen on November 20, 2025

Urban beehives are buzzing around the country for good reasons, but the results may not be as sweet as they sound.

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