Advocates say the number of people living with a disability employed in the WA public sector is “pretty pathetic”.
Disability employment targets flatline
Bikepacking, going the distance
Ready to shift gears? This travel trend is gaining speed, blending grit and freedom to prove the best journeys aren’t always paved.
From Roe to grow
Anti-Roe 8 activists are supporting a push from the WA Greens and Cockburn Council to turn the designated land into a wildlife corridor.
Beware the unbeetable borer
WA experts and community groups say an invasive beetle is putting Perth’s mature trees at risk.
Gloves on for fundraising fight
Boxing helped her to rebuild; now a Perth woman is using it to raise money for support services.
Calcium concerns bone deep
WA experts say consuming more calcium is key to protecting young girls from health problems.
Battle of the bees
Researchers say native bees are being outbuzzed by invasive species, putting WA’s biodiversity at risk.
Girls kicking goals
The Women’s Asian Cup is encouraging Perth’s young female footballers to dream big.
Tight-knit tribute
Local volunteers are prepping for ANZAC Day by holding weekly poppy-knitting and crocheting sessions.
Sleep sold separately
WA students are increasingly sacrificing proper rest as work and study pressures collide.
This ability
The All Abilities Expo seeks to foster connection for people with disabilities, and prepare for upcoming NDIS reforms.
The road to cool
A Perth trial is testing new road surfaces to see if lighter materials can make city streets more comfortable in summer.
Bumpy Rhodes
Hailey Bieber’s viral skin care has been causing breakouts on some people’s skin, prompting experts to question trusting TikTok trends.
Porn access rubbed out
Experts say PornHub’s ban on Australian webgoers may have unintended consequences for sex workers and LGBTQIA+ teens.
Canavan’s womb boom
The newly-elected Nationals leader wants us to make “more Australian babies”. Advocates say it’s racist and sexist.
No limit to need
As the cost of living continues to rise, Perth charity No Limits is fighting to keep up with demand.
Pressures inflated for regional students
The NAB’s prediction of higher inflation rates is set to hit country and international students the hardest.