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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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Fighting childhood stress

By WI Reporters on February 2, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

A unique WA program may prove to be a key to combating the high levels of child stress discovered in a recently published report into children’s wellbeing.

Social media important for journos

By WI Reporters on February 2, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

A practical understanding of social media platforms is becoming increasingly necessary for journalists and according to industry professionals… it’s the future of journalism.

Skateboarding cements youth culture links

By WI Reporters on February 2, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Skateboarding has always had its feet firmly placed in youth culture and the people that stick with it are the people that have a real passion for the sport.

PTA dismisses study claims

By WI Reporters on February 2, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

The Perth Transport Authority has dismissed claims there are major deficiencies in its training and management practices, after a study by Edith Cowan University.

It's a long road to rehab

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Ice is a purified form of methamphetamine that appears as a rock-like crystal. It is an illegal and highly addictive drug.

Young photographer gets exposure

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Fashion photographer and Curtin University graduate Penny Lane has been selected as one of three finalists in the Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards photography category.

Women strive for top jobs

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Changes towards gender equity are creating opportunities for women in top jobs.

WA to dominate draft

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Perth footballers will dominate this year’s AFL national draft with new club Gold Coast Suns holding an advantage with many of the early picks.

Tuition fee scam

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

More than 30 WA students from two universities have fallen for a scam that has defrauded them of half a million dollars worth of tuition fees.

Teens shun depression health help

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Teenagers with depression and anxiety are not seeking help because they do not want anyone to know they have a mental illness, a study has revealed.

Tanning drug health warning

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Health professionals are concerned that Australians using an illegal tanning drug are exposed to risks of cancer.

Suicide stigma a worrying trend

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Australians are unaware of the implications suicide has on the community, according to a national report.

Shop hours a dog’s breakfast: retailers

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

The Barnett Government is purposely misleading consumers by saying they agree with the de-regulation of trading hours, according to Consumer Protection Shadow Minister Francis Logan.

Record ambulance ramping

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

In September ambulance ramping reached a record of 1368.4 hours and on one day 26 of the 48 ambulances in the metropolitan area were ramped.

RAC calls to change road safety

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

The RAC wants a review of the road safety reform process in WA after several recommendations were not implemented by the State Government.

Pubs hope for Christmas splurge

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Sluggish consumer spending over the Christmas period could decimate independent liquor venues, according to some industry members.

Professional dancers bare all in tough times

By WI Reporters on February 1, 2011 • ( Leave a comment )

Experienced dancers are working in Perth strip clubs as they run out of viable employment options, say dance professionals.

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