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Be(ing) 4 real

By Emily Vajs on October 22, 2026

Uni-mergency

By Kyle Halcyon on October 22, 2026

Baldivis drivers battle risky road

By Bethany Forbes on October 22, 2026

Learning about living with death

By Hannah Davies on October 18, 2026

Farming from above

By Gemma Seymour on October 16, 2026

Writing a different journey

By Hannah Davies on October 11, 2026

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Dads who do it alone

By Esma Serin on September 13, 2025
a little girl giving her dad a kiss

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
Satellite view of the Exmouth Gulf.

Exmouth Gulf was excluded from World Heritage protection, despite being a whale nursery. Now an industrial port is proposed.

Teens tempted by gambling

By Catherine Ayre on September 11, 2025
A phone with a gambling app open

Gambling is a big issue for Australians, but now teenagers are being targeted by ads and influencers.

Poorly placed

By Mimi Ewart on September 11, 2025
A sign at Curtin University

Trials are underway to help students facing financial and psychological difficulties during unpaid pracs.

Man pill anyone?

By Emily Vajs on September 11, 2025
close up photography of pills

Advances in male birth control could shift reproductive responsibility, giving men equal options.

Dementia support through song

By Myah Waldock on September 11, 2025
A group of people sitting on chairs in a room, facing guitarist Danny Gunzburg, who is leading them in song.

The Young Ones, a volunteer-run singing group, is providing joy and support to people affected by younger onset dementia.

Study vs sport

By Jackson Mithen on September 11, 2025

Going all in on sport can mean leaving education behind, and young sailor Jamie Randall is feeling the strain.

Developers threaten Woolstores ledge

By Daniel Holmes on September 11, 2025

Developers have applied to alter the Fremantle Woolstores plan, risking a section of the world-famous skate ledge.

The long road home

By Madigan Landry on September 8, 2025

What happens when the government tells you your home can no longer exist? A journey into the heart of the Kimberley, with traditional owners.

Students to vote on Gaza links

By Logeenth Rao on August 25, 2025

Following the Nationwide March for Palestine WA, student guilds are urging students to vote to take a stand on universities’ roles in the Gaza genocide.

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