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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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Month by month

After the rain

By Duncan Bailey on September 16, 2021

Has winter actually finished? Heavy recent rain has been a blessing for WA farmers, but dry spells are predicted to worsen.

Don’t read the comments

By Michael Shaw on September 16, 2021

A High Court ruling on social media comment liability has significant ramifications for all publishers, not just media organisations.

Detrimental rentals

By Jesmine Cheong on September 16, 2021

Clothing rental services have experienced a boom in recent years, but there may be an unexpected environmental cost.

Perth-ect storm

By Joshua Kempton on September 16, 2021

Melbourne’s loss is Perth’s gain as thousands of WA Demons and Bulldogs fans snap up tickets for next week’s AFL Grand Final.

Common ground not found

By Chelsea Bowden on September 16, 2021

The state government has confirmed the location of Mandurah’s new social housing complex, and local residents are unhappy.

Chalking up controversy

By Harriet Flinn on September 13, 2021

WA climate protesters who had their homes raided following ‘spray-chalk activism’ say they are confused and intimidated by the response.

There will be blood

By Olivia Di Iorio on September 10, 2021

Controversial vegan protest tactics are under the the microscope after activist Tash Peterson’s headline-grabbing exploits.

Fossils fuelling division

By Rachel Simmonds on September 10, 2021
Woodside protestors

A controversial new WA gas project is igniting discussions on the state’s energy policies.

Go-get-it-girl Karis tackles Everest

By Fierra Surrao on September 5, 2021

Mars bar-selling villages, a nail-biting aeroplane flight and a whole lot of yak dung. One WA girl does the climb of a lifetime.

Daddy issues

By Duncan Bailey on September 5, 2021

Fathers Day is a special day for all dads, including those in non-traditional situations.

Willing workforce

By Jesmine Cheong on September 2, 2021

Down Syndrome WA says a surprising byproduct of the pandemic has been more job opportunities for their members.

Local star O Neill returns home

By Josh Taylor on September 2, 2021

Despite the challenges he has faced, Brandon O Neill has become one of the A League’s most decorated players.

Don’t silence the violence

By Gabrielle Becerra Mellet on September 2, 2021

Alison Gibson is fighting to raise awareness about the prevalence of family violence after her sister was murdered by her husband.

Home is where the art is

By Tom Norman on September 1, 2021

With the pandemic keeping him in Perth, director, playwright, teacher and artist Chris Edmund reflects on his endless quest to keep moving.

Flower power

By Cate Graham on September 1, 2021

The annual tulip festival is back and blooming in Armadale.

How proud?

By Paige Lundie on August 31, 2021

A recent anti-lockdown protest in King’s Park saw ‘The Proud Boys’ in attendance, sparking concerns about radicalisation in WA.

Age before duty

By Rachel Simmonds on August 27, 2021
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With local government elections looming, aspiring young politicians are working hard to prove youth is a benefit, not a barrier.

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