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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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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.

Banner in the works

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

What does it take to be in an AFL banner team? LINCOLN BERTELLI reports.

What is the future of student parking?

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

While many people protest against the new fees, Curtin University resists State Government pressure for even more cost rises, as JAMES HELLIWELL reports.

WA sets fast pace in fun run

By WI Reporters on May 28, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

After raising more than $322,500, athletes and volunteers look forward to next year’s charity race, as Melissa Melbourne reports.

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