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Break-ing bad

By Connor Kidd on April 23, 2026

Reef grief

By Bethany Tabi on April 23, 2026

Bitter pill for sweet treats

By Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz on April 2, 2026

Pour form makes unhappy hour

By Adam Morolla on April 2, 2026

Holiday plans tanked

By Renee Hilton-Jones on April 2, 2026

Dead quiet

By Olivia Fuderer on March 26, 2026

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The challenge for female surfers

By Emily Farquhar on December 15, 2017

Women need opportunities to excel without being compared to male surfers.

Ancient practice eases anxiety

By Jenny Vu on December 7, 2017

The mental and physical benefits of Falun Gong are explored in this photo essay.

Makin’ moves

By Emily Farquhar on November 21, 2017

Have dating rules changed around who should make the first approach?

Bat car and bird train

By Steven Thomas on November 20, 2017

How cutting-edge technology takes its lead from the natural world.

More than maths and Shakespeare

By Sarah Heath on November 20, 2017

Does modern education have an obligation to teach ‘life skills’?

Shanghai ink

By 182840k on November 20, 2017

The latest story in our 2017 Shanghai study tour series examines the Chinese relationship with tattoos.

The international experience

By David Blayney on November 20, 2017

Will coming to study here change your life, or just drain your bank account?

Mentoring win for WA teen

By 182840k on November 8, 2017

Promising sailor Nia Jerwood will receive guidance from Olympic great Liane Tooth.

More students than internships

By Kaelen Ruland on November 8, 2017

A lack of medical internships is said to be one reason behind a projected shortfall in doctors.

$20 million for rangers

By Rouchelle Gilmore on November 8, 2017

The expansion of the WA Aboriginal Ranger Program has been welcomed in the regions.

Pets poisoned by accident

By Kohdee Hall on November 7, 2017

Cases of deliberate baiting remain rare, according to vets.

The gift of good teeth

By Emily Garbett on November 7, 2017

A Fremantle dental service for homeless people is having a profound effect.

On the road to fight elder abuse

By Breanna Inferrera on November 6, 2017

A community arts project aims to raise awareness about this difficult subject.

Men have financial advantage

By Madeleine Stephens on November 6, 2017

Researchers argue the fact women are discouraged to learn about money is an ‘urgent’ issue to be addressed.

WA’s family food crisis

By Thomas Marlow on November 6, 2017

Health professionals are particularly worried about the impact of children skipping meals.

Expert support for pill testing

By William Marsh on November 3, 2017

It’s considered a ‘proven intervention’ at a time when ecstasy use in Australia is on the rise.

Gun laws under question

By Cassidy Mosconi on November 1, 2017

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is being urged to ensure all states adhere to the National Firearms Agreement.

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