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Church-life balance

By Ami Mundele on April 2, 2026

Serving in the church is a source of joy for many, but some young leaders are reporting feeling burnt out and unsupported.

Redevelopment putts locals on edge

By Connor Kidd on April 2, 2026

Locals and advocacy groups in South Perth are worried about the environmental impact of a golf course redevelopment.

A community of grief

By Caris Harper on April 2, 2026

Perth mothers who have lost children are building a network to spread awareness about Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood.

Prickle praise party

By Stuart Stirling on April 2, 2026

Why are people planning a ‘worshipping’ event at Perth’s most famous cactus?

A Stirling effort

By Nima Monazami on April 2, 2026

The City of Fremantle has already made changes to colonial names in the suburb, and is now targeting Stirling Street.

Fee fighter

By Logeenth Rao on April 2, 2026

The City of Perth’s youngest councillor is fighting for cheaper visas for international graduate students.

Fishy business  

By Anthonia Iweama on April 2, 2026

Hospitality venues across Australia will be mandated to label their seafood from July 1. Are WA businesses prepared?

Head knocks rock kids sport

By Max Ferrari on April 2, 2026

Parents are more concerned than ever about concussion, and junior sporting clubs are racing to implement better protocols.

Perth ducks botched by Narelle

By Anna Van Gent on April 2, 2026

Bird rescuers are calling for the public to be more educated on avian botulism amidst an outbreak in Perth, following Cyclone Narelle.

Bitter pill for sweet treats

By Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz on April 2, 2026

New research is proposing radical measures to reduce diet-related diseases, but not everyone is convinced.

Pour form makes unhappy hour

By Adam Morolla on April 2, 2026

Some religious groups are disappointed about new rules allowing drinking without meals in pubs on Good Friday.

Holiday plans tanked

By Renee Hilton-Jones on April 2, 2026

Fuel prices are putting travellers and tourism operators under the pump this Easter.

Flight or fright

By Julia Petersen on March 31, 2026

Due to conflict in the Middle East, many Perth travellers are still in the dark about future plans.

Paying proper attention

By Sarah Abed on March 27, 2026

A recent study has revealed less than half of ADHD assessments conducted by psychologists in Australia follow recommended guidelines.

Not now Narelle

By Stella McGann on March 26, 2026

Residents from Geraldton to Perth are preparing for the impact of Tropical Cyclone Narelle.

Manfluence

By Emily Vajs on March 26, 2026

“Self-improvement” content creators are on the rise in Perth. Should we be worried about the manosphere?

Dead quiet

By Olivia Fuderer on March 26, 2026

Experts say we need to have better conversations about dying, before it’s too late.

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