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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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Calls for compulsory training about consent

By Daryna Zadvirna on September 15, 2017

Universities and guilds across WA are responding to a recent report about sexual harrassment and abuse among students.

Paper ballot ‘unacceptable’

By Tiffany Verga on September 15, 2017

As millions of Australians receive their same-sex marriage vote letters, questions are being asked about the environmental cost.

Shredding up Shanghai

By Rebecca Robinson on September 15, 2017

Can there be an underground skating scene in China? Part of the 2017 study tour series.

China doll

By Cassidy Mosconi on September 15, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

The 2017 Shanghai study tour series continues with an examination of how many young Chinese are choosing plastic surgery.

Regions welcome fracking ban

By Alicia Vilches on September 14, 2017

An inquiry will consider whether the controversial practice will be allowed in the future.

Problem-solving with STEM

By Emily Farquhar on September 14, 2017

New school programs focus on preparing students for an automated future.

First generation clubbing

By Hugh Forward on September 11, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

Shanghai’s small but growing underground music scene is explored, as part of our 2017 study tour series.

China’s ‘experiment’ fuels growth

By Jonathon Daly on September 11, 2017

The first story in our 2017 Shanghai study tour series delves into the complex case of special economic zones.

‘Beeliar wetlands were our church’

By WI Reporters on July 4, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

Noongar people rue destruction from the defeated Roe 8 freeway after questionable heritage assessments.

Noongar vernacular

By WI Reporters on July 4, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

Groundswell of architecture designed in partnership with Perth’s first people.

Smartphone video essays

By Glynn Greensmith on July 3, 2017

Intro to Broadcast students explore the future of journalism using only their smartphones.

Doomsday preppers

By Madeleine Stephens on July 3, 2017

“In the 1950s they knew how to prepare food so that it didn’t need a refrigerator but now I panic if, you know, my phone runs out of battery.”

Fishing for swipes

By Connie Maturana on July 3, 2017

Pics with fish, puppies, in the gym? First impressions mean a lot in online dating.

All-abilities rugby hits Perth

By Tiffany Kirkwood on June 13, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

“It’s not going to be called ‘disabled rugby’ because I don’t believe in using those words.”

Elder abuse slips under the radar

By Daniel Morris on June 8, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

… despite one in 20 Western Australians being affected.

Fashion for good

By Anna Fielding on June 6, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

Perth-based brands aim to create a socially and environmentally sustainable industry.

Perth junior stars for Port Power

By Lawrence Drown on June 2, 2017 • ( Leave a comment )

Sam Powell-Pepper makes the most of his first season in the AFL.

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