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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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Vets and rescue workers describe the emotional toll of ‘convenience euthanasia’.

The game blame

By Ella Loneragan on November 18, 2024

Addiction to devices continues to rise among young people, and the impacts are not just being felt in the home.

Toxic Tate and red flag dates

By Artemisia Blythe on November 15, 2024

Ask any young woman in the Perth dating scene about the impact of extreme male influencers, and you may hear some horrifying stories.

AI accountability in business

By Jasmin Black Sepulveda on November 15, 2024

Research has shown a significant gap in the implementation of responsible AI practices in Australian businesses

The campus ‘cult’

By Jack Maddern on November 15, 2024

Former members of a South Korean religious group say it’s using Perth university campuses to recruit, and we should be concerned.

Progress versus preservation

By Chloe Henville on November 14, 2024

With high demand for its limited land, Singapore has not always protected heritage. But its architectural history is now being recognised.

Under the covers

By Ashlyn Forbes on November 14, 2024

A genre of literary fiction growing in popularity pitches itself as a positive form of sexual education. But what exactly is ‘Dark Romance’?

The unkindest cut

By Ava Rawlings on November 13, 2024

Female genital cutting is still practised in Singapore, but there is a growing movement for change.

The rise of the concrete cowboy

By Jacki Elezovich on November 12, 2024

WA’s regional rodeos are flourishing, thanks to an influx of city slickers.

Tap water troubles

By Brayden Mould on November 11, 2024

Perth’s tap water rates among the worst tasting in the country, but will the State Government’s new investment into Perth’s water system fix it?

Echoes of the Voice

By Kalani Bate-Henry on November 8, 2024

The failure of the Voice to Parliament referendum left many wondering how Australia can ever achieve reconciliation.

Cemetery deadlock

By Stella McGann on November 6, 2024
A Cemetery Renewal sign at Karrakatta Cemetery, assuring no remains will be disturbed.

The ‘Cemetery Renewal’ at Karrakatta Cemetery hopes to bring families together but not everyone agrees.

Daycare payrises

By Kailee Young on November 6, 2024
EA assisting children in the classroom

The Australian Government has announced a pay increase for early childcare workers. Who missed out?

Let’s give it back

By George Spence on November 5, 2024

The WA Government is offering grant money to help protect Aboriginal heritage sites, but is this enough?

Think strong, play mahjong

By Ben Josiah on November 5, 2024

Mahjong enhances memory, strategy, and emotional well-being, making it a valuable exercise for all ages.

Why waste?

By Domenic Rossi on November 5, 2024
City of Gosnells' current two-bin system.

The State Government is encouraging local councils to adopt a their new bin system, but some are opting for alternate ways to improve.

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