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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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Love hinges on this

By Zoe Targa Nardin on April 23, 2026

Research shows Gen Z is dating less. There’s disagreement over whether apps are the answer.

Mind games

By Arianna Buonocore on April 23, 2026

After a high profile in-game mental health episode in the AFL, there are calls for a ‘mental health round’ to be introduced.

Renters gearing up for relief

By Stella McGann on April 23, 2026

Will slashing the Capital Gains Tax discount and removing negative gearing have a positive impact on Perth’s disastrous rental market?

Slash in the plan

By Zahra Anwary on April 23, 2026

Advocates say proposed NDIS changes risk cutting off essential funding and services for young people with disabilities.

Lost and hound

By Matthew McKenzie on April 23, 2026

Perth had its own ‘Valerie’ moment when an owner was reunited with his lost Dachshund after 80 days.

Break-ing bad

By Connor Kidd on April 23, 2026

Multiple fast food chains are in the spotlight over workers’ rights, including access to proper breaks.

Reef grief

By Bethany Tabi on April 23, 2026

Woodside’s annual general meeting has been disrupted by protestors condemning the Browse Basin gas project.

Lost for words

By Esma Serin on April 23, 2026

Families of children who access speech therapy on the NDIS are bracing for expected funding cuts.

Finding family

By Harriet Dash on April 23, 2026

International students often face increased levels of isolation and loneliness. Student groups are trying to provide connection.

Diagnosis without doctors

By Domenic Rossi on April 23, 2026

There’s support for a WA scheme which allows pharmacists to do more diagnosis.

That ’70s glow

By James Gardiner on April 23, 2026

A new poll says a majority of Australians would much rather be living in the 1970’s.

Stroke survivors stronger together

By Owen Sodano on April 6, 2026

Experts say WA needs more community-based support for young stroke survivors.

Church-life balance

By Ami Mundele on April 2, 2026

Serving in the church is a source of joy for many, but some young leaders are reporting feeling burnt out and unsupported.

Redevelopment putts locals on edge

By Connor Kidd on April 2, 2026

Locals and advocacy groups in South Perth are worried about the environmental impact of a golf course redevelopment.

A community of grief

By Caris Harper on April 2, 2026

Perth mothers who have lost children are building a network to spread awareness about Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood.

Prickle praise party

By Stuart Stirling on April 2, 2026

Why are people planning a ‘worshipping’ event at Perth’s most famous cactus?

A Stirling effort

By Nima Monazami on April 2, 2026

The City of Fremantle has already made changes to colonial names in the suburb, and is now targeting Stirling Street.

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WA’s new retirement village reforms

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