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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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Month by month

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.

Chasing the Olympic dream

By Telissa Ryder on October 16, 2016

Making it to the Olympic stage is never easy, but two local athletes are determined to beat the odds.

Perth hotshots

By WI Reporters on October 14, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )
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Photo journalism students capture Perth – in all its glory.

Yarran’s leap of faith

By Carly Laden on October 14, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Peel Thunder’s Shane Yarran launches off the ground to score a goal in the WAFL Grand Final.

Impressions of Curtin

By WI Reporters on October 11, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Photo journalists spotlight their favourite spots on campus.

Little dream chaser

By Ruby Dong on October 4, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

A young Western Australian follows her own path at Langley Park in East Perth.

Barnett after the spill

By Jarryd Marrell on October 4, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Western Independent was there to record the premier’s reaction.

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