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Fighting fire with fire

By Nima Monazami on May 14, 2026

A cultural burn off in the Town of Victoria Park will combine Noongar knowledge and ecological research to care for precious Banksia woodland.

Access denied

By Olivia Fuderer on May 14, 2026

A former Murdoch University student says its response to her viral accessibility video fails to acknowledge issues faced by disabled students.

Daddy cool

By Sarah Abed on May 14, 2026

Late 90s and early 2000s alternative rock bands, known as “divorced dad rock” bands, are being revitalised by new Gen Z fans.

Whole body shift

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The disorder PCOS has been formally renamed in a bid to reflect a changing approach to treatment.

Huge opportunity, no waffle

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WAFL stars will be dreaming of the big time when they take on South Australia’s best this weekend.

Having a LARP

By Caris Harper on May 14, 2026

Medievalism is on the rise in Perth, as more people look to build connections and escape everyday struggles.

Citizenship test

By Zoe Targa Nardin on May 9, 2026

As the “ISIS-brides” return to Australian soil, debate rages about the legal and moral nature of citizenship.

A weighty issue

By Maddison Lord on May 8, 2026

A new plan to tackle childhood obesity will begin in 2027, but experts say there are things people can do now.

Kraken the code

By Julia Petersen on May 8, 2026

A recent exhibition off the coast of Ningaloo Coast has revealed traces of the giant squid and other species.

Changing the tune on Tourette’s

By Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz on May 8, 2026

Billie Eilish’s recent interview revelation has helped raised more awareness of Tourette’s syndrome.

Budget doesn’t cut it

By Matthew McKenzie on May 8, 2026

The WA state budget has drawn criticism for not sufficiently addressing cost-of-living and inflation pressures.

No barriers to barristers

By Esma Serin on May 7, 2026

There’s a push to improve access to legal advice as cost-of-living pressures increase.

Pushing for change

By Zahra Anwary on May 7, 2026

Midwives say the way women want to give birth is shifting, so maternity care is too.

The compassion tax

By Caris Harper on May 7, 2026

Short Medicare appointments are prioritising speed over care, with experts saying female doctors are disproportionately burdened.

Trust in the fund

By Logeenth Rao on May 7, 2026

The state government has pledged to use a century-old trust fund to give $40 million to public school maintenance and infrastructure.

Drastic plastic

By Harriet Dash on May 7, 2026

New research shows a low plastic diet can reduce chemical levels in the body in just seven days. Can just anyone do it?

E-dentity

By Arianna Buonocore on May 7, 2026

Police and retail workers say WA’s new digital driver’s licences will present challenges, but will be worth it.

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