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Perth’s underground smackdown

By Lachlan Denney on July 17, 2026

Love at first swipe?

By Oda Bekkestad on July 17, 2026

No room to sing

By Kyle Halcyon on July 17, 2026

Rebuilding Te Whare Tapa Wha

By Renee Hilton-Jones on July 7, 2026

Pride flagged for removal

By Rachel Jennings on May 19, 2026

Fighting fire with fire

By Nima Monazami on May 14, 2026

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Plenty more fish in the sea

By Ike Adesanya on March 24, 2022

Sustainable fishing in WA supports an ecosystem that will continue to give back to us.

Public trust in media plummets

By Alex Foot on March 24, 2022

The 2022 Edelman Trust Barometer shows a sharp decline in media trust from 2021.

Six too many

By Amy Figueiredo on March 24, 2022

Studies show a quarter of Australians drink too much alcohol.

City West’s dome gets a makeover

By Elliahn Blenkinsop on March 24, 2022

West Perth’s iconic dome comes down for a facelift.

Wittenoom to close permanently

By Charlie Mills on March 24, 2022
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Once a bustling mining town, Wittenoom is a notorious dump for toxic waste.

Crown ‘unsuitable’ to hold WA gaming licence

By Charlie Mills on March 24, 2022
Burswood crown Casino

Now the casino has two years to fix its many problems.

Finding Nemo

By Lauren Cherry on March 24, 2022

A little girl is heartbroken by the disappearance of her pet.

Under the pump

By Nathan Johnston on March 18, 2022

Record petrol prices in WA are seeing lower income households and small businesses struggle.

Adopt, not shop

By Stephanie Jacob on March 18, 2022

The pandemic saw a rise in furry friends being adopted, but many more are still seeking homes.

Beware Bali drink dangers

By Layla Smith on March 17, 2022
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With Indonesian borders reopening, Aussie tourists are being reminded about the grim reality of methanol poisoning.

Renters feeling more heat

By Liam Murphy on March 17, 2022
A rental 'For lease' sign in front a a road and construction sign.

A recent report has revealed pressure on rental prices isn’t the only heat tenants are experiencing.

Funding flows for Swan River bridge

By William Hagan on March 17, 2022
Artist rendition of the proposed Swan River Bridge seen from E. Vic Park

Cyclists and pedestrians have welcomed an alternative to the Causeway bridge.

Gosnells council gives back to its seniors

By Matthew Robson on March 17, 2022

The council places strong value on keeping older residents engaged, and they couldn’t be more grateful.

Online comments highlight sexist attitudes

By Holly Prentice on March 17, 2022
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Online responses to a viral video posted on Tuesday are part of an ongoing backlash to feminism, experts say.

All aboard at Applecross

By Tylah Tully on March 17, 2022

Plans for a new ferry stop in Applecross on Canning Bridge have resurfaced ahead of the federal election.

Luck of the Irish

By Mya Kordic on March 17, 2022

St Patrick’s Day festivities in Perth are in full swing, despite COVID-19 capacity restrictions.

Closing the gap

By Dhanya Vimalan on March 17, 2022
Indigenous flags hanging in Curtin university’s Centre of Aboriginal Studies

Indigenous Australians welcome a $140 million funding boost, but say a genuine commitment to change is vital.

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