Research has found a recent rise in adoption rates after a long-term decline.
More caring homes for children
Women want DIY sheds
Women in WA are lobbying to find spaces for permanent DIY sheds, while there are more than 180 men’s sheds in the state.
Historic agreement for Yamatji people
A $10 million trust fund has been established for the Yamatji Nation, but some doubts about indigenous land use agreements remain.
Raising the age
A WA-based campaign to raise the criminal responsibility age to above 10 years-old is gaining momentum.
Stirling up controversy
Perth’s biggest council is set to decide on the future of its name after passing a motion this week.
Bulletproof boy bands
With the popularity of BTS in the ARIA charts, experts say K-pop and Asian music is on the rise in Australia.
Getting their Mojo back
After recent controversy around misconduct, Mojos has reopened, hoping for a new chapter of inclusivity and safety in the music industry.
One for sorrow
The mysterious ‘black and white’ disease has taken hold in Perth magpies, causing some to drop out of the sky.
Blazing hearts
100 days after the Wooroloo fires devastated communities in Perth’s northeast, residents and volunteers say help is still needed.
Who gives a frock
After two lockdowns this year, Perth op shops say they are struggling under a mountain of crappy clothes and broken goods.
From the ashes
Junior cricket clubs in Perth hope hosting the 5th Ashes test next year will give the sport a boost.
The art of placemaking
Art is changing how we interact with our public spaces. But who are the artists and what are they trying to show us?
Shark tagging beats the drumlines
The state government is funding a different strategy to controlling the white shark population.
Sticky situation
Beekeepers in WA are facing one of the worst seasons on record for the honey industry.
Perth’s littered waterways killing dolphins
A dolphin calf died in the Swan River on Monday after sustaining severe injuries from being stuck in fishing line.
Better plans to prevent sporting bans
Could substance abuse and mental health issues for elite athletes be prevented earlier in their careers?
Beeliar wetlands protected under new laws
How new laws protecting the wetlands from future development will benefit the environment and community.