City of Swan residents skeptical after Labor pledges $700 million to building new railway.
Morley-Ellenbrook line may finally be on the way
Overseas students’ English test now compulsory
But student representatives say the announcement would not mean an extra test or that coming to Australia would be more difficult.
Perth rent at nine-year low
Hobart no longer has the honour of cheapest city to rent a house in Australia.
Girls’ lack of confidence ‘disturbing’
Most girls aged 10-14 believe they have every opportunity to be a leader going forward, but that belief wanes as they get older.
Students seek help as penalty rate cuts hurt
Many students rely on weekend work to make ends meet. With major cuts to penalty rates here to stay, where does this leave them?
Shanghai’s hidden homeless
The latest story from the 2017 study tour series looks at homelessness in China, and new techniques to reunite displaced people with their families.
Uber stops to smell the rosé
A new Uber service will take small groups from Perth to the Swan Valley wine region.
Wave power for Albany
The southern city is set to become a hub for renewable energy.
Airbnb on the rise in WA
But the Australian Hotels Association says it still represents a very small part of the market.
‘Tap’ a dog to donate
RSPCA WA has recognised the need to move to ‘cashless’ fundraising.
The mountain is calling
Qualifying for the 59th annual Bathurst 1000 happens today.
Bushfire risk for south west
Recent wet weather has not been enough to combat the effects of a very dry autumn.
Free vaccine to prevent further deaths
Teenagers, who are particularly at risk of meningococcal, can now receive the vaccine from their local doctor.
Arts centre mixes old and new
Visitors can use ipads to ‘tour’ artwork at the Speaking Volumes exhibition.
Fears for waterlogged show
Severe wet weather over coming days could affect crowd numbers at this year’s Perth Royal Show.
Improving mental health at work
The State Government and UWA have joined forces to introduce a mental illness prevention program for WA workplaces.
Storms sweep through WA
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a new warning about damaging winds.