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South Perth train station back on the agenda

By WI Reporters on October 29, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Council unanimously agrees to approach the State Government.

‘Asylum’ party booed

By WI Reporters on October 29, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Despite critique from mental health professionals, Halloween event will proceed as originally themed.

Is skimpy the new scary?

By WI Reporters on October 28, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Pressure on women to wear smaller and shorter Halloween outfits.

Yoga practitioners say ‘namaste’ to mental health

By Renata Grandao on October 28, 2016

They claim an ancient Indian tradition is changing the lives of people suffering from depression and anxiety.

Alternative therapy for pets

By WI Reporters on October 28, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Traditional treatment given a run for its money.

Virtual doctors to treat patients 24/7 in country WA

By Shannon Bochenek on October 28, 2016

Up until now, the service has been closed from 11pm-8am.

Clown craze comeback

By WI Reporters on October 27, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

With Halloween just around the corner, concerns raised that creepy clowns will re-emerge.

Ellenbrook local’s transport fix

By WI Reporters on October 27, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Locals love it, but sutainability expert not so sure.

Australian Arts Council cuts hit hard

By WI Reporters on October 27, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Perth artists worry about their future.

Prayer plan rejected

By Alicia Vilches on October 27, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Councillor’s ‘silent majority’ rolled by council’s vocal majority.

When does a protest go too far?

By Jessica Arthur on October 26, 2016

New legislation could see peaceful protestors face two years in prison and a $24 000 fine.

Concerns raised over contraceptive device

By Sheridan New on October 24, 2016

Some girls claim they are suffering horrific side effects.

Urban street art transforms Perth graffiti hotspots

By Caitlin Reynolds on October 23, 2016

International artists and kids in juvenile detention are transforming the dull public spaces.

Sharing the perfect night out

By Elise Van Aken on October 22, 2016

The rise of peer-to-peer hospitality.

Parnov jumps into recovery mode

By Jason Titheradge on October 21, 2016

The young pole vaulter is on the comeback trail after injury cost her a seat on the flight to Rio.

Is social media part of the mental health solution?

By Olivia Senior on October 18, 2016

Or is it part of the problem?

A taste for gold

By Laura Thomas on October 18, 2016

As WA junior chefs prepare for an international competition, the local industry is struggling to recruit and keep apprentices.

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