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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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Ready, set, cruise!

By Lauren Cherry on April 28, 2022

Cruise ships are set to return to Perth later this year after two years of anticipation.

Rising costs, rising stress

By Ruby Devlin on April 28, 2022

As living costs increase at record rates, young people are finding it harder to manage.

Not-for-pandemic

By Hojeswinee Kanagarajah on April 28, 2022

Annalakshmi on the Swan’s not-for-profit restaurant was an Elizabeth Quay staple. Then COVID-19 happened.

Tackling the mass mask problem

By Elliahn Blenkinsop on April 28, 2022

As COVID-19 restrictions ease in WA, a Perth council is offering residents a chance to correctly recycle disposable face masks.

Fremantle’s cat conundrum

By Xander Sapsworth-Collis on April 27, 2022

Local governments are seeking to solve WA’s stray cat problem by banning cats from leaving their owner’s property.

Catching kindness

By Dhanya Vimalan on April 26, 2022

The pandemic has taken a toll on healthcare workers. In WA, volunteers like Stephanie Dekens are helping to take the load off the frontline.

Chocolate’s dark truth

By Jessica Rowe on April 15, 2022

Anti-slave organisations are campaigning for consumers to shop ethically this Easter.

Airport Easter mania

By Rachel Green on April 14, 2022

Perth Airport is set to be the busiest it has been in two years, this Easter long weekend.

Arts sector pleas for help

By Dhanya Vimalan on April 14, 2022

WA’s arts and culture sector is in crisis, and the state government is being urged to do more.

COVID-19 mental health crisis

By Jessica Gatenby on April 14, 2022

The pandemic has had a profound impact on Australian youth, according to a national survey.

Good Friday footy returns to Perth

By Matthew Robson on April 14, 2022

Most fans are embracing Good Friday AFL in WA, but not everyone is sold on the idea.

A cancer-free future

By Layla Smith on April 14, 2022

The Cancer Council has called on all political parties to reduce the impact of cancer, particularly melanoma.

Bells ring out at Easter

By Angela Ho on April 14, 2022

Perth’s bells toll this Easter Sunday as part of a tradition kept alive by a small but constant community of bell ringers.

Demerit debate

By Liam Murphy on April 14, 2022
Double demerit sign above cars on road

With the easter long weekend comes double demerit penalties for WA drivers. Does the strategy actually improve road safety?

Help on hand for the shift from plastic

By William Hagan on April 14, 2022
Single-use plastics will soon be banned for WA hospitality

The hospitality industry is being offered support to implement the upcoming ban on single-use plastic.

Making animals a priority

By Mya Kordic on April 14, 2022

Animal welfare projects across the state are welcoming new government grants supporting wildlife and companion animals.

WA records 2 deaths as COVID-19 cases rise

By Holly Prentice on April 14, 2022

WA has recorded a rise in metropolitan cases as some restrictions ease today.

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WA’s new retirement village reforms

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