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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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Dazed and con-cussed

By Smiley Mettam on March 7, 2024

How does the new 21 day lay-off period affect community football players and clubs in WA?

Closing the super gender pay gap

By Ava Rawlings on March 7, 2024

Including super in parental leave will help to make women more financially secure, experts say.

A branchless Australia

By Sarmara D'Monte on March 7, 2024

Financial experts say the decision to close bank branches in WA is indicative of businesses’ gradual move towards digital services.

Pushy parents

By Ronan Fitzgerald on March 7, 2024

A colourful exhibition at Mullaloo is trying to change the way we see prams and parents.

Investing in WA women

By Jacki Elezovich on March 7, 2024

What will more money mean for women in business in WA?

Pups on planes

By Georgia Nicolau on March 7, 2024

It’s a new mode of travel for small pooches – but how big is small?

Slam the scam – boomers aren’t the only victims

By Artemisia Blythe on March 7, 2024

Gen Z may not be as safe as they think when it comes to scammers.

‘Back yourself’

By kathryn shine on December 23, 2023

How do you become a foreign correspondent? Ask the ABC’s Jade Macmillan whose career has taken her from Kalgoorlie to Washington DC.

Shame of the gentleman’s game

By Joshua Kempton on December 15, 2023

Cricket season is back. It’s officially Australia’s national sport, but not everyone feels like they have been welcomed to play.

The Disney dream for the Pilbara

By Xander Sapsworth-Collis on November 21, 2023

Many Pilbara towns were designed to be walkable communities. Now, some advocates say the idea has failed and only consultation can fix it.

Children of the SAS

By Georgy Sides on November 21, 2023
Army patches. Photo: Georgy Sides

‘Operation Slipper’ saw Australian special forces deployed in Afghanistan for nearly 20 years. For a generation of kids, it meant a very different childhood.

Hay fever heyday

By Koby Cooke on November 20, 2023

Climate change has resulted in more pollen in the environment, and for longer, in bad news for sufferers.

Debate on a plate

By Orla Latawski on November 20, 2023

As the debate between vegans and meat eaters becomes increasingly polarising, how does this affect the people whose diets form part of their identity?

Rise and paralyse

By Jess Antoniou on November 13, 2023

Sleep paralysis is a phenomenon far more prevalent than most people think, and it can impact a lot more than just a good night’s rest.

Gridiron grind

By Smiley Mettam on November 6, 2023

With “Swifties” around the world now tuning in to gridiron, what does Australia’s own gridiron competition look like?

Science meets sweat

By Rebeka Petroska on November 2, 2023

Technology and AI are revolutionising the way we workout and Perth is emerging as a front running in the digital fitness evolution.

Rhythms from the West

By Katrina Tap on November 1, 2023

Perth’s underground dance music scene is one of the most diverse in the country, according to music experts.

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