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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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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.

Breathing room

By Asia Ahmed on November 5, 2024

Victims of dust diseases no longer face an agonising choice about claiming compensation, with new WA laws offering relief.

The US Precedent

By Glynn Greensmith on November 4, 2024

A podcast from Curtin’s Journalism students looking at the results and ramifications of the US election.

Dynamic pricing, broken dreams

By Anna Van Gent on November 4, 2024

When tickets went on sale for Green Day’s 2025 tour they were dynamically priced leaving some fans $500 out of pocket. So what is dynamic ticket pricing?

What is the AFL draft?

By James Palumbo on November 4, 2024

It’s happening later this month and for some it’s a hot topic of conversation, but what is it all about?

Tech vs the purrfect predator

By Jez Murdock on November 4, 2024

The State Government is using new technologies to stop the growing feral cat population.

So you think you can’t write?

By Declan Grove-Thompson on November 1, 2024
A hand writing on a notebook next to two books

Melville’s Write Club project is helping school kids develop literacy skills and become published authors.

The price of support

By Hayley Dodds on November 1, 2024
Wide shot of the MCG during an AFL game

Despite a cost-of-living crisis, AFL fans continued to pay to watch and support their teams in 2024. What is it that keeps fans in stadium seats?

Reconnecting with work

By Rose Patane on November 1, 2024
Flyer inviting employers to take part in the Bunbury Regional Prison Reconnect Expo

The Reconnect Expo at Bunbury’s Regional Prison will connect pre-release prisoners with possible employment prospects.

WA’s cost of pets crisis

By Jiaqi Zhang on November 1, 2024

RSPCA WA reports a 19 per cent rise in animal cruelty linked to the cost of living crisis.

Aged care oversight

By Luke Rechichi on November 1, 2024

Many nursing homes are understaffed and struggling financially, according to those in the sector.

Preserving Gingin’s night skies

By Audrey Singleton-Howe on November 1, 2024

Gingin is on track to becoming Western Australia’s first internationally recognised Dark Sky Place.

Big leg problem

By Tahnee Graham on October 30, 2024

This debilitating condition impacts millions of women worldwide. So why isn’t it recognised in Australia?

Buzzed about bugs?

By Asia Ahmed on October 30, 2024
Pauline Charman sat at a table with Bio Barcode equipment, a laptop, and DNA sampling tools in a conference room.

WA school children partnered with Murdoch researchers to sequence the DNA of their backyard bugs.

Royal snub rattles republicans

By Sebastian Salvo on October 30, 2024

Republicans piped up when King Charles’ recent visit itinerary was announced. But is change on the cards?

Fever pitch

By Declan Grove-Thompson on October 22, 2024

Sports participation in Singapore is at an all time-high, and more girls than ever have been embracing the chance to get out and play.

Serious monkey business

By Hannah Beaney on October 22, 2024

Passionate Singaporean ecologists continue to fight to maintain forest habitats for langurs and macaques, and connect the city to nature.

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