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Visual images bridge a gulf between our oceans and us

By WI Reporters on June 15, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

A community project is improving people’s understanding of the sea, as RUHEE KHAN reports.

Perth Colts star to play in national AFL championships

By WI Reporters on June 14, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

JESS COLQUHOUN talks with Frasier McInnes on the key to his success as a young player.

Will Claremont Quarter be a saviour for Bayview stores?

By WI Reporters on June 13, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

While the new shopping centre is a magnet for visitors, other local businesses urge the council to help them develop, EMMA KAUFFMAN reports.

Street fashions replace glitzy glam

By WI Reporters on June 13, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

ANNIE SHREEVE focuses on the latest trends displayed at PR in Fashion, a public relations student show that has become a key event for the WA profession.

Wild West Comedy Fest in full swing

By WI Reporters on June 13, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

International and local acts entertained fans of funny at Perth’s best live venues, TOM JOCKEL reports.

Opinion: parking in streets off campus

By WI Reporters on June 13, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Intrepid online reporter, AMISH DESAI, investigates the ways that students are avoiding crowded university car parks and related fees.

Theatre review: "The Flu Season"

By WI Reporters on June 13, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

BREEANA HUMPHREYS takes us on and off the stage of the Curtin University production.

Out with the new and in with the old

By WI Reporters on June 13, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Will Perth evolve into a more fashionably diverse metropolis? VANESSA COSTANZO reports on young entrepreneurs who have opened vintage businesses that express stylish individuality.

Opinion: Perth cycle paths under scrutiny

By WI Reporters on June 11, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

As a keen bicyclist, JOANA PARTYKA gives an insider’s perspective on the debate over whether facilities are adequate.

WA welcomes direct flights to China

By WI Reporters on June 11, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

The State agreement with Asia’s biggest airline is expected to persuade more Chinese tourists to include the West in their Australian itineraries, as ROBERT DOUGHERTY reports.

A kiss goodbye to MS

By WI Reporters on June 11, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

SCOTT CUNNINGHAM speaks to Madeline Clark about her determination to overcome her struggle.

Fashion show review

By WI Reporters on June 10, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

MADALYN PLUMMER talks with up-and-coming fashion designers about their future prospects in Australia and beyond.

Northbridge church redevelopment stalled

By WI Reporters on June 10, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

TOM KITSON investigates the search for tenants to move into a new building that would replace the historic hall.

Food review: Sunbreakers Restaurant Mandurah

By WI Reporters on June 10, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

MEGAN KELLY and her guests assess the dining ambience.

Hip, hip, hurray, it’s Norway’s day!

By WI Reporters on June 9, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Parades, costumes, marching orchestras, flag hoisting, singing and ice creams. It must have been 17 May, Norway’s biggest flag-flying day, as SUSANNA LINDBÄCK writes.

Perth people donate to "Run for a Reason"

By WI Reporters on June 9, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

JASMINE BAMFORD goes behind the scenes and talks with a diverse range of athletic participants.

Limber up for active walks

By WI Reporters on June 9, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

KATE BROWN explores the “Just Start Walking” initiative.

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