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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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Breakdown on Reid Highway eastbound

By Alexandra Faulkner on March 15, 2018

Traffic is slow on approach.

Graham Farmer tunnel closure

By Mitchell Bennett on March 15, 2018

Plan ahead for Graham Farmer tunnel closure this Friday.

Albany Court hears historical sexual assault case

By Ben Lombardo on March 15, 2018

Historical sexual abuse case spanning nearly a decade to be heard in the Albany Magistrates Court today.

Attempted armed robbery at Joondalup bank

By Charlotte Saxon on March 15, 2018

The man entered the bank yesterday afternoon armed with a screwdriver.

Two killed in head-on collision in Wannamal

By Ruby Wheeler on March 15, 2018

The victims are yet to be identified while the crash remains under investigation.

Transforming scars

By Honeyrose May on January 15, 2018

A local tattoo artist is offering a free service to clients who have overcome self-harm.

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.

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