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Chinese culture celebrated in WA

By Shalinn Yeap on May 9, 2019

Experience the best that Chinese culture has to offer with the inaugural Perth Chung Wha Cultural Festival.

BreastScreen WA celebrates 10 years this Mothers Day

By Indiana Lysaght on May 9, 2019

At the Mother’s Day Classic walk and run.

Pill testing push for upcoming GTM

By Shannon Pearce on May 9, 2019

Should WA implement pill testing?

Educational pop-up showcases sustainable designs

By emma beaumont on May 9, 2019

A pop-up shop has opened to display clever home designs in response to the Freo Alternative.

UWA students push for homelessness awareness

By Indiana Lysaght on May 9, 2019

And raise money for the disadvantaged in Perth

Business is blooming

By Josh Sunderland on May 9, 2019

Mother’s Day is one of the busiest times of the year for florists. Here’s a look behind the scenes.

A challenge for all Australians

By Belicia Tjendera on May 9, 2019

22-year-old Kaytetye woman announces a national challenge to learn and preserve Aboriginal culture.

Budget promises roundup

By Sarah Makse on May 9, 2019

The State Budget will be released this afternoon.

Royal baby name revealed

By jessdunn02 on May 9, 2019

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced the name of the newborn to the world.

Clear skies for Mother’s Day

By Indiana Lysaght on May 9, 2019

Looking sunny for Mothers Day

Charity ride raises top prize

By WI Reporters on May 8, 2019

The lycra brigade rides across WA for kids in need.

McGowan’s meth promise

By WI Reporters on May 8, 2019

Curtin expert raises potential issues in McGowan’s $42.5 million plan.

The last resort for WA farmers

By Tyler Armenti on May 8, 2019

Ravensthorpe farmers are restricting water usage to survive.

Man suffers back injuries after falling down well

By WI Reporters on May 6, 2019

Police and emergency services descend on Pinjarra workplace incident.

Justice for ‘revenge porn’ victims

By WI Reporters on May 6, 2019

For the first time, WA Police have charged a person under the new intimate images legislation.

New development locked in for Elizabeth Quay

By WI Reporters on May 6, 2019

Chevron Australia and Brookfield sign deal for 29-storey building.

New Rottnest holiday plan ‘too expensive’ for retirees

By WI Reporters on May 6, 2019

Extended stay program targets retirees, artists and holiday-makers.

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