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Reef grief

By Bethany Tabi on April 23, 2026

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By Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz on April 2, 2026

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By Adam Morolla on April 2, 2026

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By Renee Hilton-Jones on April 2, 2026

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By Amy Figueiredo on May 7, 2022

Residents are fighting for basic needs one year after Cyclone Seroja destroyed Kalbarri.

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Trying to accentuate the hidden Instagrammer we all are deep down? We scoured Perth to find the best açai bowls in town.

Interest rate rise: winners and losers

By Nathan Johnston on May 5, 2022

As the Reserve Bank raises the cash rate for the first time in 12 years, economists say some people will be hurt and others will benefit.

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By William Hagan on May 5, 2022
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By Liam Murphy on May 5, 2022

The AEC is encouraging young voters to familiarise themselves with the voting process.

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Optus Stadium’s rooftop experience will become an adventure accessible for all abilities.

Mask off, condoms on

By Jessica Rowe on May 5, 2022

As COVID restrictions ease, health professionals urge the public to protect themselves against other infections.

Uninsurable and afraid

By Tylah Tully on May 5, 2022

A Climate Council report on the impact climate change will have on home insurance has left many residents concerned.

Empathy the message of awareness week

By Mya Kordic on May 5, 2022

Tourette Syndrome Awareness Week is encouraging thoughtful discussion about the condition in Australia.

Don’t bite the hand that delivers the mail

By Stephanie Jacob on May 5, 2022

As pandemic cases rise and more people turn to online shopping, the number of dogs attacks on posties has increased.

Lending a helping home

By Dhanya Vimalan on May 5, 2022
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Federal Labor has announced a new housing scheme ‘Help to Buy’ to encourage Australians to buy their first home.

Major cash injection to tackle domestic violence

By Jessica Gatenby on May 5, 2022

The WA government will invest $34.4 million next year to combat domestic violence and hold perpetrators accountable.

Trails WA launches interactive website

By Matthew Robson on May 5, 2022

Outdoor adventurers now have a new online resource covering all of Western Australia.

Carys in Paris: the headline I’ve longed to write

By Russell Bishop on May 5, 2022

If you’d like journalism to be your passport to travel, the post uni adventures of Carys Garland make fascinating reading.

Cheap eats for breakfast

By Abbey Cullen on May 4, 2022

Do you have a sweet tooth and like getting a fix on a weekend breakfast outing? The Little Banksia will not disappoint you.

Cheap eats for amigos

By Guanhao Cheng on May 3, 2022

We visited local eateries to review some popular Mexican eateries that won’t have you shelling out too much.

Cheap eats for pizza lovers

By Rebeka Petroska on May 3, 2022
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We’ve taste-tested a few pizza places around Perth to help with your next selection.

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