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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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Price cap for regional airfares

By Stephanie Jacob on March 31, 2022

Regional residents in WA will have access to capped flight prices from early July.

A career in trade publications is not what you think

By Russell Bishop on March 31, 2022

Curtin Journalism grad Josh Lewis recalls how he fancied a career in broadcast news but spent 12 years covering oil and gas.

News internships with a difference

By Russell Bishop on March 26, 2022

Journalism students Angela Ho and Daniel Yong share their summer internship experiences.

Plastic is out, paper is in

By Abbey Cullen on March 24, 2022

Woolworths is banning the use of handled plastic bags as part of sustainability efforts.

Why volunteer?

By Ruby Devlin on March 24, 2022

The new YVolunteer program aims to make it easier for young people to volunteer in their community.

Earlier start to AFLW prompts injury worries

By Rachel Green on March 24, 2022

Bringing the start of the season forward to August could sideline many players.

Health kick for WA schools

By Katya Minns on March 24, 2022

The grants are about promoting healthy behaviours in a range of areas.

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
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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.

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