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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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Spike in senior volleyball

By Jana Crommelin on September 20, 2025

Teams of seniors will compete in a seated volleyball tournament in November.

Believing in breakfast

By Pippa Sturk-Ralls on September 19, 2025
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As cost-of-living increases put pressure on families, food charities are stepping up to provide meals for increasing numbers of school kids.

Dude, where’s your vote?

By Bella Matthews on September 19, 2025
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With many young people not voting in local government elections, councils are seeking new ways to involve youth.

Dune debate divides

By Tahnee Graham on September 19, 2025

A multi million dollar boardwalk could make one of Perth’s most iconic beaches more accessible, but some worry about the environmental cost

Caught between two homes

By Esma Serin on September 18, 2025

Singapore’s Turkish community is preserving its traditions and flavours while searching for belonging in a city of many cultures.

More than just a run

By Joyce Teng on September 17, 2025

The City to Surf fun run helps the community with disabilities, but not everyone is comfortable with an oil and gas company backing the event.

Sterilise to save lives

By Harriet Dash on September 17, 2025

A WA animal shelter volunteer is calling for better education on pet sterilisation as increasing numbers of dogs are surrendered.

Desperate for doctors

By Aaryan Kapoor on September 16, 2025
Exterior of Kojonup’s medical centre building with entrance and signage visible.

WA country towns are offering big incentives to lure GPs, amid a shortage described as a crisis by the state’s peak body for doctors.

Dads who do it alone

By Esma Serin on September 13, 2025
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The number of single father households is rising, and community groups are responding and offering support.

Justice vs political apathy 

By Grace Bell on September 13, 2025
Entrance to Dumas House, with Indigenous art work on the doors.

Indigenous Australians die in custody at disproportionate rates, yet change seems to have fallen off the political agenda.

The Republic of [Western] Australia?

By Max McMillan on September 13, 2025

Republicanism and secessionism have existed in WA for a long time. But can they get along?

Law, on air

By Harry Sloan on September 13, 2025

A First Nations radio show is spreading the word about complexities in the legal system in a bid to reduce incarceration rates.

Indonesian language crisis in WA

By Alexander Tedjadinata on September 13, 2025
Exterior view of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia building in Perth, showing the Indonesian and ASEAN flags at the entrance.

Educators are warning Indonesian could vanish from classrooms without urgent federal funding.

Living in Success

By Anthonia Iweama on September 13, 2025

What is in a name? Does the name a place, person or thing bears have an impact?

WA’s burning bushfire question

By Henry Gleghorn on September 12, 2025

As our fire seasons heat up, experts say prevention strategies should be based on research findings.

A birthday oath for Gaza

By Logeenth Rao on September 12, 2025
Emergency physician Dr Mohammed Mustafa with Dr Nada Abu Alrub

As the genocide in Gaza worsens, one doctor takes it upon herself to make a birthday wish for all in Palestine.

The Gulf left behind

By Lachlan Supanz on September 12, 2025
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Exmouth Gulf was excluded from World Heritage protection, despite being a whale nursery. Now an industrial port is proposed.

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