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The folks behind the frequency

By Anne Jagtenberg on October 1, 2026

Warmer winters threaten Araluen’s tulips

By Sydney Fossilo on September 29, 2026

More than a riding centre

By Catherine Ayre on September 29, 2026

Don’t underestimate Junyi Thia

By Paige Ryan on September 29, 2026

Perth’s own Dolly

By Bethany Stopher on September 28, 2026

Making waves

By Maddison Lord on September 24, 2026

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Perth women battle ‘invisible’ disease

By Charlotte Saxon on November 21, 2018

Endometriosis affects one in 10 women in Australia, so why don’t enough people know about the disease and why is there little help out there?

Turning over a new leaf

By Sarah Makse on November 21, 2018

This 2018 Shanghai study tour story describes how innovative locals are cultivating green space in one of most world’s most densely populated cities.

17 years in Afghanistan and no end in sight

By Alexandra Faulkner on November 21, 2018

Experts say the public either doesn’t know enough or doesn’t care enough about Australia’s ongoing war.

How to be a 20-something

By matthew comito on November 21, 2018

Struggling to find your way in your twenties? You’re not alone.

Waste-full China seeks innovative solutions

By LachieByrne on November 21, 2018

The 2018 Shanghai Study Tour series continues with a look at how technology is changing the way the country manages waste.

Keeping fit for two

By Siti Nurul Elin Anuar on November 21, 2018

Many women underestimate the significance of exercise during pregnancy, health experts have warned.

Earthquakes biggest worry for tourists in Bali

By IsabelPutri on November 20, 2018

Earthquakes, volcanoes, terrorism – should you reconsider your summer travel plans to Indonesia?

The Bickley Valley: Perth’s hidden tourism gem

By Shannon Pearce on November 20, 2018

The tourism hotspot that you didn’t know about, just a 35-minute drive from the Perth CBD.

No need for ACL surgery

By Dan Const on November 20, 2018

Experts say there might be a better way than going under the knife.

Frankenfood? The future of sustainable meat supply

By Kaelen Ruland on November 20, 2018

Replacing conventional meat with something that is grown and sold – not slaughtered.

Her name is woman

By Rhiannon Holmes on November 20, 2018

While it may be best known for its scones, the enduring Country Women’s Association of WA is also a political force to be reckoned with.

The art of permanence

By Anna Fielding on November 19, 2018

The rise of tattooing has led to an increase in aspiring artists. What does it take to make it?

Bringing the past alive

By matthew comito on November 19, 2018

Meet the people preserving the history of WA by digitising film reels from decades ago.

Changing lives one robot at a time

By Xavier Hazard on November 19, 2018

The personal story behind the Australian charity exploring how robots can help people with brain injuries.

Shanghai’s historic lanes face the bulldozer

By Daryna Zadvirna on November 12, 2018

The Shanghai Study Tour series continues with a journey into the fast disappearing ‘lilongs’ of the city’s oldest neighbourhood.

Game over: the video game employment struggle

By Samuel Crees on November 12, 2018

Game design graduates are struggling to find employment in the severely underfunded Australian video games industry.

The ‘fast fashion’ fiasco

By Amy Johnston on November 12, 2018

Thrifting is the trendy shopping alternative helping save the planet.

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